Architecture & Design
Architect Forms New NY Firm, Works on Multifamily
Martin Kapell, until recently a partner at WASA/Studio A, has formed a new architecture firm in Hudson Square in Lower Manhattan: think! architecture and design.
Green Badger App Makes LEED Documentation a Breeze
Keeping track of LEED construction credits is no easy task. While LEED v4 aims to improve the process, there is still a host of associated complexities that remain. Green Badger is here to help.
Terra’s Miami Beach Glass Tower Nearly Sells-Out Prior to Ground Breaking
Miami-based Terra Group has announced that it has broken ground on its 18-story condominium tower, Glass, and has already sold seven of the 10 full-floor residences. The tower was designed by famed Miami architect Rene Gonzalez.
MHN Interview: William Brownback of Lord Aeck Sargent
Architecture firm Lord Aeck Sargent recently opened a Washington, D.C. office. MHN talks to William Brownback, director of the new Lord Aeck Sargent, about this new office and his plans to incorporate mixed-use architecture into Lord Aeck Sargent’s new designs.
Create Green, Permeable Parking Spots and Driveways with TerraFirm
Did you know that roads and parking lots in the United States cover more than 61 million square miles of the Earth’s surface? TerraFirm Enterprises is working to combat the problem of over-paving with 100 percent recycled permeable pavers made from high density polyethylene.
Special Report: NMHC/Kingsley Resident Lifestyle Survey Yields Unexpected Findings
The results of the NMHC/Kingsley Apartment Resident Lifestyle Super Survey delivered some surprises.
Construction Starts on Ismael Leyva Architects’ Designed Condominium
Construction got underway this fall on The Charles, a new luxury residential building at 1355 First Ave. on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
Crossville Launches Sideview Glass Mosaics
Prepare to bring some bling to your boutique apartment asset with Crossville’s Sideview glass mosaic wall tile collection.
Find Upgraded Security and Coolness in Touchscreen Locks
The Touchscreen Deadbolt from Schlage provides the option to go keyless and boosts convenience with customized temporary access codes for parents, friends, kids or the cleaning service.
Inland American Real Estate Trust Inc. Acquires Hotel Monaco Chicago;
Inland American Lodging Group Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Inland American Real Estate Trust Inc., recently announced the acquisition of three luxury boutique hotels from Kimpton’s Hotel Monaco collection. The three hotels, acquired for a purchase price of $189 million include the Hotel Monaco Chicago, Hotel Monaco Denver and the Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City.