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Material Sciences Corporation ramps up RepliKote prefinished decorative metal

Material Sciences Corporation ramps up RepliKote prefinished decorative metal

Posted by | Dec 31, 2016 | 0 |

Material Sciences Corporation (MSC) announces that the company is expanding the reach of its RepliKote™ decorative metals. A specialty line of prefinished coils or sheets that emulate exotic metals, stone, wood and designer patterns is stylish, durable and environmentally sensitive, RepliKote can be shaped, by conventional methods, into stunningly realistic exterior and interior panels, partitions, casework, furniture, equipment and appliances.

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ACEC California Engineering Excellence Awards

ACEC California Engineering Excellence Awards

Posted by | Dec 30, 2016 | 0 |

The American Council of Engineering Companies of California (ACEC California) last month unveiled the 2016 recipients of its prestigious Engineering Excellence Awards.  In all, 21 California firms representing 38 projects were named winners.

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BEHR’s Color Currents work in harmony with Greenery

BEHR’s Color Currents work in harmony with Greenery

Posted by | Dec 30, 2016 | 0 |

BEHR’s 2017 color forecast, the Color Currents, includes multiple hues that would work in harmony with a green like New Shoot T14-18 or Laser P350-6. This nature-inspired hue pairs beautifully with a navy blue like Midnight Show T17-17, the warm mineral gray Close Knit T17-01 or a zesty yellow like Lemon Burst T17-20. Together, this collection of complex, modern neutrals feels incredibly fresh and would create a harmonious, mindful sensation in any space.

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Wausau shapes the University of Pennsylvania’s New College House

Wausau shapes the University of Pennsylvania’s New College House

Posted by | Dec 29, 2016 | 0 |

The University of Pennsylvania’s $127 million New College House opened for the 2016-17 academic year as the first new student residence on campus since 1972. Designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson (BCJ) in collaboration with the University, the first purpose-built College House brings together undergraduates, faculty, staff and graduate students in a shared suite-style community. The 198,000-square-foot, 350-bed building promotes sustainable, 21st century living and learning, and is pursuing LEED® Silver certification.

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Robert A.M. Stern, FAIA, awarded 2017 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion

Robert A.M. Stern, FAIA, awarded 2017 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion

Posted by | Dec 28, 2016 | 0 |

The Board of Directors of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) named Robert A.M. Stern, FAIA, as the 2017 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion recipient.  The AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion honors an individual who has been intensely involved in architecture education for more than a decade and whose teaching has influenced a broad range of students.

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PG&E & AIACC Architecture at Zero 2016 competition

PG&E & AIACC Architecture at Zero 2016 competition

Posted by | Dec 27, 2016 | 0 |

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and the American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC) earlier this month announced the winners of the sixth annual Architecture at Zero competition for zero net energy (ZNE) building design.

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Tubelite adds Kent Baumann as a business development manager

Posted by | Dec 27, 2016 | 0 |

Tubelite Inc. has added Kent Baumann as a business development manager based in its Dallas office. He reports directly to Steve Green, Tubelite’s vice president of sales and client services, and works with strategic accounts in the retail, healthcare, hospitality and corporate office markets.

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Sustainable private club restores historic Julia Morgan home on Lake Tahoe

Sustainable private club restores historic Julia Morgan home on Lake Tahoe

Posted by | Dec 27, 2016 | 0 |

When private residential golf club Clear Creek Tahoe purchased Twin Pines as a unique offering for its members, it envisioned a welcoming retreat where members could relax while sipping a glass of wine or reading a book and looking out onto the scenic lake. The private lakeside home designed by famed architect Julia Morgan – known for her work on the Hearst Castle – will be used year-round by Clear Creek Tahoe members to unwind after a day on the lake or skiing at the adjacent Heavenly Ski Resort.

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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