Five architecture and design firms earn evidence-based certification Healthcare Design Magazine Share Planetree has certified five architecture and design firms as part of the new Planetree
Visionary Design Network. This new certification establishes these firms as specialists in evidence-based healthcare design following the Planetree philosophy and its core components of healing design, such as welcoming a patient’s family and friends, valuing human beings over technology, enabling patients to fully participate as care partners, and fostering a connection to nature and beauty.MORE
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Hot, cold, and filtered water. ROHL's new Integrated Faucet Filtration Solution represents a major paradigm shift in the way designers and consumers think about filtered water. This innovative system eliminates a separate filter faucet, has a clean installation, and includes an optional sidespray--providing beauty and
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The USGBC recently revised its LEED AP certification and has established new levels of accreditation. The newly revamped LEED AP exam, which consists of both the two-hour Green Associate test coupled with a two-hour LEED AP exam, is the way to go for professionals involved in actual
design, specification, engineering and construction. So, how do you pass the test? Read on.More
Following a recent blog post about the clash between universal design and historic preservation, Metropolis magazine this week commenced a regular blog column on accessibility in buildings and cities. They are looking for comments and examples of accessibility issues from all who visit their Web site.More
The Triangle Stores Discounts to the trade since 1978. The Triangle Stores are the designer professional's first choice for high end pool tables, and complete gamerooms. We feature Brunswick pool tables.MORE
Plans for a national design center to help alleviate rural poverty will be solidified when 60 designers, corporate leaders, foundation heads, and journalists meet
next month for the
2009 Aspen Design Summit. The event, sponsored by the AIGA and Winterhouse Institute, is a strategy session for the social design movement. The Aspen summit, which is backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, will also explore ways in which designers might help a UNICEF project to make classrooms safer and more conducive to learning and how designers might aid sustainable alternatives to the U.S. food industry.More
According to a recent Gallup poll, only 58 percent of the general public is convinced that global warming is caused by man, which means that nearly half of us remain skeptical. As it turns out, some of those skeptics are design professionals. Architect magazine reports that in a survey it conducted in the summer, one third of
the design professionals who responded said skepticism about climate change was "common" in their professional network, while nearly 13 percent answered that global warming was "a myth."More
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Best. Tabors of San Angelo is the custom workroom design professionals have come to rely on. Our custom products include; window treatments, quilting,
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The Pratt Institute lent a handful of its most illustrious alumni, faculty and students to completely outfit two model residence interiors in Brooklyn's Carroll Gardens neighborhood. On view this month, the duplex three-bedroom and floor-through two-bedroom include floor and wall coverings, home accessories, furniture, textiles, art
and lighting contributed by Pratt participants, including legendary former professor Eva Zeisel and former student and industrial designer Harry Allen.More
The year ahead looks
increasingly positive for the active adult housing market, according to the NAHB's 50+ Housing Council. But joblessness and tighter credit conditions still linger as constraints on sales and construction activity, they said, and in the early stages of recovery prospective buyers will continue to be price-conscious and to demonstrate restraint. The recovery is likely to start out gradually, but within the next two years, as the first Boomers turn 65, they expect to see a significant
rebound.More
Over the past couple of years BIM has worked its way into most AEC professionals' vocabulary, but there hasn't been too much quantifiable data regarding its success or use. A new SmartMarket report from McGraw-Hill Construction evaluates the ROI users of BIM have seen, as well as several case studies that look at BIM in action. It found that half of the construction industry is using
BIM. It also paints a very positive picture of the ROI potential of BIM.More
The graying of America may arguably be one of the single most dramatic demographic megatrends shaping our landscape.
Although the U.S. population growth for individuals age 55 and over during the past nine years hasn't been impressive—from 21.06 percent to 24.17 percent—growth for individuals age 55-64 increased by 30 percent over the same period. Given that the oldest Boomers turned 63 this year, maybe it's time investors consider the opportunities this megatrend offers.
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Berlin is a burgeoning modern city with a compelling
history, a diverse culture, abundant art, and distinctive architecture that rivals the likes of Paris, London and New York. But if there is one thing that can set the city apart from its pricey peers, it's the unbelievably inexpensive property. Not unlike many of the uber-creative expatriates that have taken up residence there, two enterprising artists, Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset, decided it was time to purchase and renovate a place of their own. So what can $700,000 get you in a city
like Berlin? An apartment? A loft? Maybe a small house? How about a massive water pumping station?More
NightOrbs™ A distinctive new concept in landscape illumination. Beautiful, durable hand-blown glass that adds enchanting, color-filled light to any outdoor environmentMORE
The Vinyl Institute Vinyl in Design is an education outreach program to familiarize architects and designers with the range of solutions vinyl provides for today's design chalenges.MORE
The Fallingwater Color Collection Receive the colors that inspired Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater from PPG Pittsburgh Paints. (registered marks after Fallingwater, Color,
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Hästens introduces the Luxuria, an entirely new bed design utilizing Hästens’ patented spring system, which is padded by layers of hand-placed genuine horsehair and all-natural cotton and wool. The result is an incredible level of luxury and support, at an introductory price point. www.hastens.com
Visions of tomorrow. Find yourself surrounded by young talents and famous designers at Ambiente 2010. Be inspired! Show highlights include the “Trend Forum,” “Design Plus” and “German Design Award.” The "Talents" area emphasizes interior design, gifts and
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ECO™ by Cosentino announces it has been awarded National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) Certification, now approved and recommended for use in hospitals, restaurants, schools, hotels and more. ECO™ by Cosentino is an innovative new line of eco-friendly countertop and surfacing material composed of 75% recycled material. For more information visit: www.ecobycosentino.com
I am very excited to be your new Partners IN Design director. In my 13 year tenure with Boyles Furniture, I have had the opportunity to work with many of you. I know the value that you place on service to your clients. For over 60 years, Boyles has been known for its selection of quality manufacturers and superior
customer service. To help with the logistics side of your business, we offer a state of the art warehousing facility and the original white glove, red carpet, nationwide delivery service. I would like to invite you on a personal tour of all that we have to offer an independent designer like yourself. I look forward to meeting with you, as we continue to expand the PID Program. Please call: Carolyn Carlile (828)455-1983 or please email: ccarlile@pidprogram.com.
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