Idyllwild, CA (PRWEB) January 25, 2012
When Robert Brahm decided to rebuild his mountain cabin in a wildfire prone area of Mt. San Jacinto outside of Idyllwild, California, his architect reminded him of strict new building codes. Specifically, ...
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Wilton, CT (PRWEB) January 18, 2012
In September of 1938, one of the largest hurricanes ever to hit New England devastated homes all along her coastal waters. One of these homes, a mansion on 1.5 acre Sumac Island, just off Southwestern Connecticut, was sitting only 10 feet above sea level.
When the waters receded, there was nothing left of the mansion but the foundation, which then sat abandoned for decades. Finally, ...
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Mansfield, TX (PRWEB) January 12, 2012
Ramtech Building Systems, Mansfield, TX has announced that the company has secured a new contract for the design, fabrication, and construction of five modular buildings for KIPP Delta Public Schools of Helena, Arkansas. The project will provide for three 8,100 square foot eight-classroom buildings, a 3,600 square foot food preparation and cafeteria facility, and a 3,600 square foot administrative office complex. The modular buildings will ...
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NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) January 11, 2012
HOK is the U.S. Green Building Council?s official design partner for Project Haiti, a facility targeting LEED
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Austin, Texas (PRWEB) December 22, 2011
Regent Property Group in Austin, Texas has created an informational page about Modern Homes to help homebuyers learn about modern architecture, modern home lingo, modern luxury homes, and green building ? and to educate homebuyers on how to locate architects and builders who specialize in the modern style.
Modern architecture and eco-friendly practices are especially popular in Austin, a progressive city that appeals ...
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Dallas, TX (PRWEB) December 15, 2011
The Principals of Urban Design Group (UDG), a multidisciplinary architectural firm, are pleased to announce that Quincy Tiller III has been named to the new position of Building Information Modeling (BIM) Director for the Atlanta studio. As the BIM Director, Tiller will establish standards and continue to research and keep abreast of all Revit and BIM advancements regarding software and hardware. He will bring to the forefront his knowledge of these new ...
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Entrance canopies are used at the entrances to public buildings, or buildings that are available and are commonly used by members of the public. Examples of such buildings could be public libraries, hospitals, hotels, bars, local authority offices and large department stores. Entrance canopies are erected primarily to serve the purpose of providing temporary shelter from inclement weather for those entering or leaving the building. They may also provide an area where people can wait in some degree of comfort ...
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As previously mentioned, trickle vents are an excellent way of reducing condensation in rooms that are poorly ventilated, as well as an excellent way of maximizing airflow. Most window systems are compatible with these vents, and even if the window frame is not compatible, the vents can still be fitted to it independently. Some may want to improve the aesthetics of the window, and in this case a window board receptor can be installed. These are compatible with most UPVC ...
Continue Reading →Log cabins are becoming more and more popular as building techniques improve and more people decide that they would like to have one on their own property, whether to create an extra room outside the house or to use for a practical purpose like a shed.
If you are considering getting yourself your own log cabin, however, don’t make the mistake of purchasing one that is not perfect and then regretting it later. Here are some of the things you should ...
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Home extensions add more value to homes without switching zip codes so home owners can be around neighbors and people who have become a part of their life in the past few years.
More Reasons Why Bristol House Extensions Are A Sound Option
As mentioned earlier, house extensions are a more convenient and a more ideal option than moving especially if you already own your current property. This adds more value to your home so by the time you really ...
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