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Issue of September 10, 2007 |     |
Incorporating Innovative Features Can Illuminate KitchensBy Philip Guarino In a challenging real estate market, builders, marketers and Realtors know that a great kitchen is an excellent selling point, whether the property in question is a suburban ranch or a high-rise loft. More Than Just a Facelift: Facade Replacement in Buildings By Ian Adamson Replacing the facade of an older building usually is required by more than just the desire to give the building a face lift. In-Law Suite Additions Provide Versatility, Present Unique Construction Challenges By Jim Farrell A survey by the National Home Builders Association shows that approximately 25 percent of luxury homes (classified as being 4,000 square feet or more) are constructed with what has been labeled a “mother-in-law” suite. Sustainable Design in the Adaptive Reuse And Renovation of Local Historic Structures By Leland D. Cott Sustainability is not just a trend. It is at the forefront of our community and reaches every aspect of modern-day living. Developers, Nonprofits Work to Create Shelters By Marc Margulies & Tom Lorello Founded in 1974, nonprofit organization Shelter Inc. was built on the belief that providing affordable housing to families and individuals as quickly as possible, along with intensive support services, is the solution to ending homelessness. Upscale Remodels Can Increase Home Value By David Lessard Envisioning a newly transformed home can be a challenge during renovation or remodeling. False Economies in Facade Renovations By John Fidler In the past couple of decades, inner city regeneration and main street revitalization in smaller towns have become fashionable trends. Building Attractive Homes Through Financing By Chris Zorzy While the real estate market may have cooled off from the frenzied pace of a few years ago, that does not mean that homeowners are sitting still. Complement Architecture With Interior Design By Kathie Chrisicos It has happened to all architects and contractors: Your client wants to get your opinion about lighting fixtures, what color to paint the walls and where you would put the sofa. Senior Staff Communication Key Component Of Successful Hotel Renovations Worldwide By Jim Holthouser Embassy Suites Hotels, a leading all-suite, upscale, full-service brand owned by Hilton, embarked on a massive overhaul of their properties in 2006, aiming to renovate nearly 45 percent of the brand’s 186 hotels by December 2007. Integrating Forms of Artwork Into Workplace Can Enhance Overall Environment, Firm Image By Stephen Fox As companies’ office space requirements continue to evolve, often resulting in relocation, expansion or contraction, facilities professionals strive to carefully balance the integration of numerous amenities to satisfy business and cultural trends. Surprises Aren’t Fun When They Pop Up During the Renovation of Existing Buildings By Michael E. Liu Savvy builders and developers know to provide a contingency in their construction budgets, and the savviest know to include a bigger contingency when it comes to renovation work. What Kind of Green Footprint Are You Leaving? By Doug Hanna The building and construction industry is in the process of making one of the largest changes in its professional direction in a long time, a change that is gaining momentum and in a few years will be the standard by which all building and renovations projects will be judged. |
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