Not Alone in the Doghouse. . .

Structures Building Company and Herlong & Associates have teamed up as the dynamic duo for a fun challenge. A doghouse designed by Herlong & Associates will be built by Structures to be raffled off for local non-profits at the Daniel Island Park Day festival. Last year Structures walked away with 1st place for our playhouse, stay tuned to see how “Snoopy’s Shack” turns out, better yet, buy some raffle tickets for a chance to take a beautiful doghouse home. . . all for a great cau...

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Granite Countertops Still Top List of Home Improvements

(NewsUSA) - Despite the sputtering economy, consumer spending on home renovation remains healthy. Across the nation, homeowners are investing in home remodeling projects -; especially kitchen makeovers -; either to make their homes more appealing to buyers or more comfortable and enjoyable while they ride out the housing slump.And one of the most popular home improvements is, once again, granite countertops.A recent study of 10,000 consumers, conducted by the Research Institute for Cooking and Kitchen Intelligence, found that kitchen renovations...

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Modular home in Palmetto - FL

This is a nice 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom modular house in Palmetto, Manatee County built in 1979. Modular built homes are transported on flatbed trucks. Some of these houses are towed behind a semi-truck on a frame similar to that of a trailer. The house is usually in two pieces and is hauled by two separate trucks. Each frame has five or more axles, depending on the size of the house. Once the house has reached its location, the axles and the tongue...

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Basement Remodeling:

The EssentialsIn New York City, living space is a luxury that is mostly availed by the grand money-makers. For the average thriving everyday in busy New York, condos, apartments and small townhouses are the more popular option. Space is always an issue. But what most of these people have not realized is that there are still areas in the house left unused. If you are one of these people who have left their basements as storage where everything just...

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Decks And Patios

Decks and patios are an ideal way to opening up the space of your home, creating a place where you can go to relax after a hard days' work, or have a nice family picnic with your kids. You can decorate your decks and patios to reflect your own personality, by choosing the style that suits you best. There are many different types of decorating styles for you to choose from, and if you visit the internet you are sure to get some great ideas on how to decorate your decks and patios.New Backyard Deck and Patio - 01:53 min.You can design your decks...

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Modern Furniture Designs

The art of furniture devise continues to evolve as the creativity of man is sparked with current dreams. The crucial furniture designs were to address the poverty of man for comfort and convenience. Nevertheless today, many designers are now incorporating the idea of talent and form into their creations to accommodate every individual's tastes and preferences.The architectural designs of fresh homes do give a futuristic sensation both on the exterior...

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Creating a Better Bathroom

A better bathroom starts with a center piece. The center or hub of the bathroom is usually the bathroom vanity. A person that walks in the bathroom usually gravitates to the bathroom sink. It is a natural reaction. A whirlpool tub will take away the center piece attention but if this is the case, the vanity then becomes a nice complement to the whirlpool. Either way it is important to have a vanity that exemplifies the quality of your bathroom. Finding...

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Eco Smart Fire

This are models from Natrona - NY: Designer range, Grate range, Burner "only", Renovator range ($2,300 to $8,800).The EcoSmart™ Fire is a new open fireplace, environmentally friendly, aesthetically appealing, efficient and cost effective. The modular design means it is versatile enough to fit into a wide range of architectural environments. Whether installed in a loft, studio, apartment, terrace house or freestanding home, the EcoSmart™ Fire provides...

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Training in New York City

When that long-awaited internship finally arrived it was off to New York for a week of training. Looking back now, I should have taken complete advantage of all the free time I had to explore, hang-out and enjoy evenings after training which usually ended at around 5 pm (a "free evening" doesn't exist once you're assigned your cubicle). Make sure you enjoy these few relaxed days, especially if...

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Charleston Green Fair

This coming Sunday, September 28th, Charleston will host their 1st Annual Green Fair. This fun and educational event will be great for all ages and a perfect outing for the family. The fair will take place in Marion Square from 12-6pm and the event is FREE.The purpose of the event is to introduce products, services and new technologies available to us in the Lowcountry. As you wander through over 75 booths, some of the topics and resources will include, Energy/Transportation, Health/Wellness and Green Building. Along with great educational resources,...

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How to Sell a Home in a Depressed Market

(NewsUSA) - Mark had a $7,000 dollar-a-month problem -; a mortgage on a home he couldn't sell.Mark, a real estate professional, built the $1.25 million dollar property in an upscale Phoenix, Ariz. neighborhood, then watched it sit for over a year. With mortgage payments eating into his potential profits, Mark dropped his price several times. Buyers weren't interested."If you told me then what I know today, I would have shot you," Mark said jokingly. What didn't Mark know? That the housing market would crash.In today's depressed housing market,...

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Kitchen Remodeling Done By Professionals

The kitchen intimidates many people who are considering remodeling their home. They feel that the kitchen, among the different home renovation aspects, is the most expensive. This impression is derived from a lot of internet sites that tell them this. It is unfortunate, because a lot of people do want to have a great kitchen. It's time to find out what many people are afraid of is actually true.Watch the latest videos on YouTube.comThe kitchen is not just a place to cook food; it is a place where members of a family interact with each other over...

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How Do You Find the Right Architectural Services for a New Home?

While each architectural design firm has their own unique approach to their work, it is important to find a home architect that has architectural services that fit your needs. You need to be clear on your needs and goals when you are searching for the right architectural design company for your project. This way, you'll be sure to get the architectural services that you need. Some of the main questions you need to answer when looking for a residential...

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+ Fireplaces

To updating the fireplace to your home or to adding a new one, a gas fire or an electric fire may be worth your consideration. Besides the most obvious reason for wanting to add either a gas fire or an electric fire to the home, people tend to also want with their updated or added fires to match the décor and feel of the home even the prices and other things such as efficiency, quality can be the next things to consider.More pictures hereWatch the...

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Hundred Foot House - Orinda

Rendering of a new house in Orinda, California, a proyect of Ogrydziak/Prillinger architects. Has a 100´ long bar (Hundred Foot House) is for a young family moving from the city to the country, an essentially transparent house. Maximize the exposure of the interior of the house. The first design decision was to elongate the primary program into a 16'-wide 100'-long bar, increasing the perimeter adjacent to the outside.The exterior space penetrates...

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The Minimalist Approach to Home Decorating

There's something to be said for simplicity in home design. There is a relaxing atmosphere to a room that just contains the necessities for comfortable living. Minimalism works to conquer clutter, to make a room easier to live in, to clean and, in the event that you are trying to sell your home, makes it so much easier to stage.One thing that has to be made clear: minimalism does not mean sterile, no-personality furniture and decor. In fact, furniture should be comfortable to look at and use. Wall prints should be suitable for the color of the...

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Esherick House

This is a Modernist masterpiece - Collectible Architecture: Louis Kahn's Esherick House.Built between 1959 and 1961 in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania for Margaret Esherick. This house also features the original custom kitchen designed by sculptor Wharton Esherick. Is a one-bedroom house, Landmark Building. Via blog.2modern.comPictures from Livingathome.de> Esherick Ho...

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Concrete Buildings Resist Hurricanes

(NewsUSA) - In August 2008, Hurricane Gustav forced 2 million Gulf Coast residents from their homes. And while the storm lost force before landing, it did threaten homes and New Orleans' still-unfinished levees.Precast Concrete Walls - 03:16 min.The focus on New Orleans, just three years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the city, should remind Americans to prepare their towns for natural disasters. Natural disasters are on the rise, and while politicians put more police on the streets to stop crime, few see rewards in enhanced disaster preparedness....

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The Best Exterior Cladding Systems today!

Few will deny that a house is a work in constant progress. It is never completely finished and there is always something that needs an upgrade, or fixing. Many times, when repair or decoration funds come available, the interior of a home gets priority over the outside. That is, until one day, a neighbor starts restoring the exterior of his residence, and you cannot help but notice the beautiful house cladding panels the tradesmen are installing.Though...

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Reinvent-Balance-Define Your Home - New style

Daryl Carter has created a new style that is elegant, classical, and comfortable. The new mixes with the old, and less is certainly more. This book is like a slow, beautiful, casual walk through a well designed yet livable home. I wanted to stop, sit down and enjoy being in many of those rooms. Daryl Carter is already important as furniture designer, lighting designer, and interior designer and if this book is any indication likely the next Martha...

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Struggling Market? Now Is the Time to Buy

(NewsUSA) - Maintenance costs are up, home values are falling and states are seeing more foreclosures than sales. But terrible times for homeowners make for terrific investment opportunities.Why? The market sees constant ups and downs. Buying when the market's high means greater upfront costs. And because the market cannot rise indefinitely, property investors must constantly watch for the bubble to pop.In a down market, the question is not "if," but "when" the market will improve. If investors can buy properties at rock-bottom prices, they can...

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Tranquility

"Tranquility" is a Lake Tahoe's prestigious property. 210 acres of magical seclusion overlooking Lake Tahoe and situated on it's own private lake. The 8 buildings consist of a main residence, conservatory, guest residence, separate residence for staff and guests, art studio, gymnasium with indoor basketball court, stables and boat house pavilion. Is a 100 mill home. Via Chaseinternational....

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Temple House - Miami

Temple House: built in 1933 by the architect L. Murray Dixon, this Art Deco house was originally designed as a single-family residence. Nine years later it was expanded and modified for use as a Jewish synagogue. In 1965 The Temple House was enlarged yet again, bringing it to its present size of 16,350 square feet. In 2003 its current owner, Daniel Davidson, embarked on a two-year quest to renovate and improve the property. Davidson installed state-of-the-art plumbing, electrical and air conditioning components into the home while preserving its...

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Beatiful house in Lido Beach

Designer Villa on Lido Shores - 03:40 min.This house is from Adrienne Vittadini, she has created this residence which beautifully marries sophisticated international design with the comfort of the American lifestyle.Situated in Lido Shores, which boasts its own private beach. With no drawbridges required for access. The home is close to St. Armands Circle shops and restaurants, the exciting cultural life of downtown Sarasota and the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airpo...

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Radiant heating replaces conventional heating

Under floor heating system come as substitute to the conventional heating system. Warmup Plc England's leading manufacturer of electric under floor heating systems for tiles and laminate floors sells products of high efficiency. The main advantage of the product is they are flexible to any kind of floor layouts. They are ultra slim and there is no necessity to reconstruct the existing floor plan or demolish to install it. The installation processes is as simple as taping the radiant material.Radiant heating comes out with programmable Warmup USTAT...

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West Coast Summer: Adventures of a Summer Intern

This summer I interned in San Francisco with the technology group of a bulge bracket investment bank. I feel very fortunate to have been selected for the internship and I recognize that I couldn't have secured the position without the help of many. In return for the help I have received, I hope to pass along the favor to all those that frequent this blog.Regardless of the fact that I come from...

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Kitchen Island Furniture Gives You a Fun Home Improvement Project

There are many styles of kitchen island furniture. All of which improve the functionality of the home, and particularly, the cooking room. Though, there are differences pieces of equipment and tables that perform different functions and are better suited for different needs? Here is a list to help you figure out which style is best for your home.Kitchen Island - 01:17 min.1. Are you looking for a work table? A kitchen island work table performs a different type of function, and can usually be called upon when needed, but isn´t necessarily a focal...

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Go Green With Recycled Counters and Floors

(NewsUSA) - The eco-savvy homeowner is always looking for the next great breakthrough in earth-friendly, environmentally safe features to suit their lifestyle. Especially if these new features can add beauty to their home.Stone Counter top Install - 06:24 min.So, what is the next ground-breaking home improvement that will have homeowners living in the lap of luxury while committing to save the environment? Try recycled porcelain countertops and floors.EnviroGLAS has recently released a new terrazzo application used for countertops and floors, called...

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Horaay... a new blog was created by Aul!!

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Prepare Today For Where You Want To Be Tomorrow

With today's fall of Lehman Brothers, the acquisition of Merrill Lynch by Bank of America, and the recent bailout of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Bear Stearns by the Fed, and with AIG looming on the edge of demise...now is not a great time to be getting a job in banking! The markets are taking a bloody beating and the job forecast for upcoming college graduates is dark and dreary. I have been...

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Home Improvements that can add value to your home, save money, and beautify

Falling home values and a strong buyers market has many homeowners looking at home renovations instead of trying to sell. As the owner of Westmoreland Contractor Referral Service, homeowners are looking for the right home improvement project that will offer them a new look and feel of their home and add value as part of a long-term goal when they will sell their home. With falling home values and tougher credit options, mean homeowners are searching for improvement projects that will not only beautify their home but will offer the best return on...

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Flamingo house - Sarasota

A big house of 6456 Square Ft. with 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Listing price: $17,500,000 - Coastal architecture with large porches and widow's walk. Resort-like property on almost 2 acres of gated privacy, reminiscent of a very fine "Old Florida" hotel. Checkout the listi...

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A Home Inspector near you

American Home Inspector Directory online. A simple way to find home inspectors to perform home inspections. To locate a home inspector enter your zip code and click in the form. You will see a list of inspectors in your area. Once you have selected an inspection company fill out a free inspection request form.A professional home inspector will usually contact you within 24 hou...

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Cape Cod house

A Cape Cod is a style of house from New England in the 17th century. Characterized by a low broad frame building, generally a story and a half high with a steep pitched roof with end gables and a large central chimney. The Cape Cod house in this picture is from All American Ho...

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