Category: Featured
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Can a Custom Deck Include an Outdoor Kitchen or Fire Pit?
A deck is more than just a platform for a few chairs and a grill. Today, homeowners are transforming their decks into true outdoor living spaces—with features like kitchens, fire pits, and cozy lounge areas. But can a deck actually handle these upgrades? And if so, what should you consider before adding them? Let’s take…
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MVE + Partners Earns Multiple AIAOC Awards
MVE + Partners, a leading architectural firm, received several awards from the AIAOC Awards for projects based in California and Utah. Notable accolades include: OcVibe multifamily – Anaheim, CA: MVE is leading the design of the multifamily of the $4B OCVibe mixed-use development, slated to become Orange County’s downtown. The firm designed 2,250 residential units organized around key civic and…
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Minimalist Fence Designs for Modern Northwest Homes
In the Pacific Northwest, homes are surrounded by natural beauty—lush greenery, tall evergreens, and breathtaking mountain views. With such scenery, many homeowners are shifting toward minimalist fence designs that blend into the environment rather than compete with it. Minimalist fencing is more than just a style choice. It’s about combining privacy, durability, and simplicity in…
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Top 10 Trends in Modern Building Materials and Designs
Construction and architecture are continually evolving. New materials, tools, and ideas are introduced every year. Homeowners, builders, and architects desire to have strong, safe, stylish, and environmentally friendly spaces. Buildings have become more than walls and roofs. Contemporary architecture is comfort-based, functional, and looks-based. The glass railing systems are one of the trends that are…
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Microsoft Backs Fortera’s First Full-Scale Green Cement Plant
Luminis® (www.luminis.com), an established innovator and manufacturer of specification-grade interior and exterior lighting solutions, today released its new minimalist pole mount luminaire. Trilo by Luminis® is the lightest exterior pole mount luminaire in the brand’s current portfolio. Trilo by Luminis embodies the principle of “form follows function,” with every element serving a clear purpose. It…
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Expert Tips for Choosing the Right Hot Water System
A reliable hot water system is indispensable for any bathroom, providing both comfort and convenience. Whether one is showering on a chilly morning or washing hands on a frosty evening, it plays a crucial role in ensuring daily routines are smooth and enjoyable. Today’s market is filled with a wide array of choices, from the…
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Sloan Launches New Education Solutions Page and Brochure
Sloan, the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems, has released its new education solutions landing page and brochure. The landing page and brochure highlight how Sloan’s cutting-edge smart water and restroom innovations are enhancing student and faculty wellness and addressing challenges in modern education environments. “Educational facilities are critical spaces where wellness must be…


