Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have created a new type of transparent polymer solar cells (PSC) that are capable of generating electricity. These cells can be fixed onto windows. The novel technology allows people within the buildings to see outside as they are visibly transparent.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
Research and Markets, an online research company, has added a new report titled, “Construction Sector In Romania 2012” to its catalog.
By Joel Scanlon
21 Jul 2012
Huber Engineered Woods has launched its new ZIP System R Sheathing panel that provides an innovative approach to insulating and sealing the building envelope. This is the prime structural wall sheathing system that comes with continuous foam insulation to deliver five performance benefits in a single panel.
By Will Soutter
21 Jul 2012
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) conferred LEED certification to IMCO General Construction for their office and headquarters at Ferndale, Washington. The IMCO headquarters was conceived and constructed by Axiom Design Build of Seattle.
By Will Soutter
21 Jul 2012
Associates at Stanek Windows offered to replace 23 windows at Stearns Homestead Farm in Parma, Ohio. Stanek Windows manufactures doors and windows and is located at Cleveland, Ohio.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
Denver, PA-based High Concrete Group has been recognized in the 50th Annual Design Award by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI). The company has been honored for its design of architectural precast concrete walls for military structures.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
Trumark Homes and a unit of The Resmark Companies, Resmark Land and Housing, have recently acquired a nine-acre residential development project in Silicon Valley for roughly $18.5 million. Trumark Homes is expecting to start construction on the project, called "Contour", later this year.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
A topping out ceremony was celebrated in recognition of finishing the construction of the main buildings comprising common areas, a three-floor healthcare building and a six-floor residential building at The Terraces, the living community for elderly citizens at Bonita Springs, Florida.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
The Repair Corps Program was set in motion by the Habitat for Humanity International and The Home Depot Foundation. This joint venture was initiated to renovate and repair houses of U.S. veterans and their families throughout the country.
By Joel Scanlon
21 Jul 2012
ELS Panels, a key supplier of bonded decorative laminate panels in the UK, has expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of three new branded product ranges.
By Nick Gilbert
21 Jul 2012
According to The Howard Hughes Corporation, The Woodlands Development Company (TWDC), a fully owned subsidiary, is all set to build a multi-use project named Hughes Landing on 66 ac at Lake Woodlands. Residences for multiple families, up to eight office structures, a boutique hotel and many retail outlets and entertainment destinations will all be part of Hughes Landing.
By Joel Scanlon
20 Jul 2012
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has awarded the LEED Gold certification to the Plano headquarters of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPS). The Plano building has been identified as a “multi-use facility” since it comprises a research and development center and a data center besides the offices, and earned the LEED certification under the Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance classification.
By Will Soutter
20 Jul 2012
SLS Hotel New York will be jointly developed by Manhattan-based Moin Development and SBE Hotel Group, which is an illustrious hospitality organization that acquires, develops and manages high-quality hotels, restaurants and nightlife.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jul 2012
OneCoat Waterproofing Finish is the latest offering by Flood Wood Care, a highly ranked organization that produces specialized wood stains and protective wood coats.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jul 2012
The innovative designer Stu Neyland has come up with a new assortment of encaustic cement tiles called N-Finity tiles that are handmade and available from Villa Lagoon Tile.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Jul 2012