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Multi-Tube Skylight Can Deliver Natural Light To Four Rooms
0000-00-00 00:00:00 While it is not an innovation new to IBS in 2008, I think the Sun-Tek Spyder multi-tube skylight system deserves a mention. The systems have up to four light tunnels attached to a single skylight. Light travels through the tubes and is projected into the interior of the house. With ... More About: Tube , Natural , Multi , Skylight
Reporting Live From The International Builders’ Show
0000-00-00 00:00:00 Well, things are just getting started down here at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Remember to check back throughout the day, as I will be reporting live from the IBS. More About: International , Show , Builders , Live , The International
The Most Exhilarating Addition to Manhattan’s Skyline in a Generation
0000-00-00 00:00:00 In honor of Thanksgiving, I will be doing a series over the next three days on today's most fantastic building projects. First up is architect Jean Nouvel's Tower destined to rise next to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). The 75-story tower was officially announced last week. A hotel and luxury residences ... More About: Manhattan , Generation , Skyline , Atta
Elegant Spire Will Dominate Chicago’s Skyline
0000-00-00 00:00:00 In June of this year, construction began on what will be North America's tallest free-standing structure and the world's tallest all-residential building. Rising above the city from the shore of Lake Michigan, The Chicago Spire promises to be truly breathtaking. This fantastic building is the vision of Santiago Calatrava. In interviews ... More About: Elegant , Skyline , Mina
Chicago to Pave Alleys in Green
0000-00-00 00:00:00 Following up nicely on my post about Chicago 's fantastic spire, which has a touch of 'green' itself (projected to earn a "gold" certification from the USGBC), an interesting New York Times article reported today that the Windy City is taking a new look at how its roads are constructed. Chicago is the ... More About: Green
How to Come Out On Top of Resume Filters and Searches
0000-00-00 00:00:00 As a jobseeker, your most important tool is your resume. Through this you get interviews, which lead to offers. Thus, making sure it gets read by employers is one of the best things you can do to increase your chances of landing a plum job. Often, jobseekers are not aware of ... More About: Resume , Filters
Day Two Begins
0000-00-00 00:00:00 Well, day two is under way here in Orlando at the International Builders' Show. Today I'm starting off in the South Concourse, turning up the best new products and services on display. Enjoy the view while you can...next year we're going to Vegas!
Hanging Doors Just Got Easier
0000-00-00 00:00:00 A few months ago, Express Products started selling a metal bracket to hang doors. Called the 'Quick Plumb', it eliminates the need for shims and nails. In fact, besides the Quick Plumb, all you need is a screwdriver, level, and pencil. It is a cheap way to make hanging doors ... More About: Doors
Welded Steel Fencing Adjusts To Grade Changes
0000-00-00 00:00:00 Last spring, Fortress Iron introduced their new Versai Fencing system. Unlike other steel fences, the panels can be adjusted up to 37 degrees for different grades. Made from 100% galvanized steel (G90) with a DuPont E Coat/Alesta Polyester Powder Coating, it will surely outlive the 20 year manufacturer warranty. Adjustable ... More About: Steel
Skunk And Beaver Team Up To Promote Green Building
0000-00-00 00:00:00 I just thought you guys needed to see this tag team for MoistureShield Decking. Aren't they adorable? More About: Building , Promote , Green Building , Green , Team
From CES to IBS: Sony OLED
0000-00-00 00:00:00 At Sony 's IBS booth, the technology industry's first Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) television was on display again. They were showing it off at the Consumer Electronics Show a few weeks ago. For those of you who haven't seen one yet, let me tell you they are absolutely gorgeous. Only ...
Mark’s Boomin’ Building Jobs
More articles from this author:0000-00-00 00:00:00 Every other Thursday or Friday I will try and cover a hot field in the building industry's job market. This week, the boomin' building jobs are in architecture. According to the American Institute of Architects' (AIA) 2006 "The Business of Architecture" survey, "payroll employment at architecture firms increased more than 2 percent in ... More About: Building , Jobs , Mark , Boom , Build 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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