Designed by John Maniscalco Architecture, the house is a warm contemporary confection with a long list of green features, but Kerwin says the reuse and recycling principles were instrumental in the success of the project. solar-powered filter cleans the non-potable water and a pump sends it back into the home to flush toilets, wash clothes, and provide water for washing cars and other landscaping needs. Having lived in the Bay Area over the last 10 years it is where I became acquainted with and a strong advocate of the deconstructed and reclaimed house. By: Nigel F. Wonderwater. MORE >>

We identified a lack of information on this important topic, so this blog will cover the complete landscape of construction lead sources and types. We’ll identify other national construction lead services, regional lead services, (local) contractor/remodeler lead services, government lead services, and finally other lead services including equipment lease and architectural specification directories. Prior to the agency-side, Brown was a brand manager at electrical products marketing powerhouse IDEAL Industries, and later CMO of an architectural metals manufacturer. MORE >>

Construction Law Musings- Richmond, VA Thoughts on the construction landscape from Christopher G. And I found my niche in the world of architectural, engineering and construction forensics. What is Forensic Science Although most commonly associated with criminal matters, due to the popularity of shows like CSI, forensic science is applied to many disciplines, including architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C). Many of the great architectural designs of our modern era would not be possible without reinforced concrete. Take reinforced concrete, for example. MORE >>

Construction Law Musings- Richmond, VA Thoughts on the construction landscape from Christopher G. Lead Paint Rule Update Announcement: New Architectural Record iPad App Available | iPads, iPods, iPhones May 12, 2010 | 8:38 AM [.] Jim Kirby April 1, 2011 | 10:40 AM For the traditional architectural practice guarantees for LEED certification are highly inadvisable, if not foolish, due to the lack of control and continuity an architect is positioned with on projects after construction ends. How will the ghost of liabilities future (like that mangled Dickens reference?) MORE >>

Testifying in opposition to this comment were representatives from the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB), American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Buildings Owners & Managers Association (BOMA), Window & Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA), and 2 building officials. Changing Landscape: How Can Construction Professionals Keep Up? For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Musings, we welcome Mike Colignon.  Mike is a co-founder of the Green Builder Coaliton. However, its adoptability has to be questioned. So, too, did the attendance. MORE >>