Architecture & Design
Middle Earth Gets Precious $98M Expansion
Named for “The Lord of the Rings,” the student housing project at UC Irvine will comprise construction of two brand-new towers and the renovation of a dining hall.
Scuff-Resistant Paint: An Industry First
Benjamin Moore’s newest product is specially formulated for high-traffic commercial environments, and is available in two sizes and more than 3,500 colors.
Michelle Duncum Climbs the Ladder at FDG
The 25-year industry veteran was promoted to COO after almost four years at Faulkner Design Group. In her new role, Duncum will be responsible for managing the company’s daily operations.
Convertible Beds Offer Comfort, Care to Seniors
Not many designers consider the needs of visiting family, friends, or round-the-clock caregivers. Flexsteel’s sleeper chairs and sofas offer a comfortable place for guests at senior properties.
Carrier Johnson + CULTURE LA Project Begins Construction
The 161-unit apartment community will replace an empty 81-year-old two-story building with a modern design that utilizes metal panels and ceramic tile.
CA Senior Living Breaks Ground in AZ
The $25 million Quail Park in Oro Valley includes 101 units, with a portion dedicated to assisted living, and the $32 million Quail Park at Morrison Ranch includes 83 assisted living units and 32 memory care suites.
Ventless Fireplaces Can Be Installed Anywhere
HearthCabinet fireplaces run off alcohol gel fuel, which is cleaner than wood smoke and doesn’t require electricity, gas or venting.
SummerHill Wraps Santa Clara Luxury Community
The company broke ground on the 186-unit property designed by KTGY Architecture + Planning at the end of 2014. The four-story property features one- and two-bedroom luxury apartments ranging from 758 to 1,378 square feet.
San Francisco Tower Gets $25M Facelift
Related Cos. brought in Marmol Radziner to redesign The Paramount, aiming for a better fit with the neighborhood’s commitment to the arts.
Museum BLVD’s Final Look
Reflecting the design of nearby museums, the mid-rise Houston development will flaunt a building envelope composed of stucco featuring a façade with ceramic tile pattern. First-floor condos will offer expanded outdoor living spaces with artistic railings created from laser-cut metal.