http://www.free-press-release-center.info Latest press releases in Architecture from the Free Press Release Center http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000202921.html Siding contractors in Naperville, Opal Enterprises, recently began work on a large residential renovation project. The project will replace windows and house siding in Wheaton for Stream Garden Villas. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:06:59 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000202575.html Designed by KTGY and developed by Urban Housing Communities, The Crossings on 29th Street in South Los Angeles recently opened its doors, a high quality, affordable, eco-friendly residential community for 34 families. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:36:26 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000201949.html After four years of helping customers with its original blog, Broten Garage Door & Gate has built an improved blog with a better layout, more special offers, and valuable tips to maximize home safety. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:29:54 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000201837.html Built by Garbett Homes and designed by KTGY, Terra Sol features solar-powered, geothermal homes built with the newest, most efficient technologies available making it the greenest residential community in the state and a new benchmark for builders. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:15:44 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000201200.html KTGY principals and thought-leaders, Manny Gonzalez, AIA, LEED AP, Michael Ohara, AIA, and Rohit Anand, AIA, NCARB, have been invited to speak at 2012 IBS in Orlando, Fla., on housing trends and market forecast. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:32:42 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000200926.html KTGY Principal and thought-leader Rohit Anand, AIA, will participate as a panelist at NMHC Annual Meeting's general session, "Apartment of the Future," on Thursday, January 19. With more than 25 years of professional achievement in leading the design of multifamily residential developments, Anand will discuss the shrinking apartment size, design features and layouts of units. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:30:12 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000196734.html Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors announced it has raised awareness and funds for men’s cancers in November, one moustache at a time. Hanley Investment Group joined a global movement to help raise awareness for men’s cancer, specifically prostate cancer, by growing moustaches as a team. The team sought out donations from friends, family and clients to support their efforts while posting their progress online. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:04:06 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000196721.html KTGY announced that it has recently expanded its Retail Studio to accommodate its growth and promoted Retail Studio Director Craig Chinn to associate principal and hired retail design veteran Rick Grandy as director. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:49:46 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000196203.html Designed by KTGY, San Jose welcomes Brookwood Terrace Family Apartments, 84 new, sustainable apartment homes for low-income families with annual incomes ranging from 30%- 50% of the Santa Clara County Area Median Income. A development by ROEM Corporation and Eden Housing, Inc., in collaboration with the City of San Jose, Brookwood Terrace is designed to LEED Gold specification. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:02:27 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000196062.html Opal Enterprises, a company that can handle replacement doors in Downers Grove and window replacement in Naperville, is offering local residents the chance to win a $20,000 Ultimate Home Makeover. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:34:16 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000195281.html Direct Buy Lighting's new deal will enhance the product information on its website and the online shopping experience. As a result, buying lighting online is faster and easier than ever before. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:49:43 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000195286.html Construction has begun on Bluff Lake Apartment Homes, a new $11.5 million high-quality, eco-friendly residential community in Denver for 92 families earning between 30% - 50% of AMI, slated to open by spring 2012. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:00:29 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000194412.html Craig T. Chinn of KTGY Group will be a roundtable facilitator on repositioning retail and commercial center at ICSC 2011 CenterBuild Conference in Phoenix, AZ on Dec. 1. The roundtable discussion will help developers know what the cost of repositioning a project from one use to another. There will be multiple scenarios and the costs associated with each type of design element. For example, attendees will learn what the cost implications are to add a store front to an existing block wall. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:17:30 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000194063.html Franklin Street Family Apartments, a development by ROEM Corporation, in partnership with the City of Mountain View, has broken ground. Designed by award-winning KTGY Group, Franklin Street Family Apartments will provide 51 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments affordable to families with annual incomes at or below 50% of the Santa Clara County Area Median Income. This development is designed to provide a safe and affordable community for its residents while enhancing the existing neighborhood. Project amenities will include a computer center, library, community room, fitness room, courtyard, tot lot, and barbeque area, along with a wide array of resident services, including computer classes, ESL classes, and resident events. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:48:13 -0600 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000193060.html KTGY Principals Ken Ryan and Manny Gonzalez, AIA, LEED AP have been invited to speak at the Annual Building Industry Association of Southern California’s Building Industry Show (BIS) 2011 on November 9-10 at the Long Beach Convention Center. On November 9, Ryan will moderate a panel on "The New Reality of Master Planned Communities," from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; and Gonzalez will be a speaker at the session, "The Consumer Speaks; Are You Listening?" from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:20:12 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000192298.html The Crossings at Big Bear Lake celebrated its grand opening yesterday. Designed by KTGY Group, Inc., and developed by Urban Housing Communities LLC (UHC), a leading developer of quality multifamily residential projects, The Crossings at Big Bear Lake is a $17 million, 42-unit high quality affordable housing community for families earning between 30% - 60% of the area median income. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:23:14 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000192081.html Ken Ryan, a principal and head of KTGY Group's Community Planning and Urban Design studio, has been invited to participate as a speaker at the 2011 Urban Land Institute (ULI) Fall Meeting in Los Angeles. Ryan will be a speaker at the session, "Elevating Design Through Public Involvement and Politics: Is It Possible?" Ryan has served as leader on projects involving complex regeneration planning, urban infill, large scale master plans, transit-oriented development, resort/recreation studies, community participation programs and intergovernmental coordination. Ryan is a planner known for his leadership, strategic insight and communication skills. Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:52:27 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000191734.html Valley Brook Neighborhood, a new infill residential development in Breckenridge, Colo., has received 8 awards in the 2011 Summit County Parade of Homes. Designed by KTGY Group to LEED® Silver standards and funded by the Town of Breckenridge and the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Valley Brook is a 41-unit for-sale townhome community, which provides high-quality, environmentally-friendly, transit-oriented workforce housing for local employees and their families. Phase I, consisting of 13 residences, is complete and occupied. Phase II is near completion and phase III has recently commenced construction. Valley Brook is expected to be completed by February 2012. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:12:09 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000191233.html Hodgdon Group has commenced construction on the renovation and expansion of the former Circuit City building located in Laguna Hills, California. The former Circuit City will be expanded to make way for a fully-remodeled 51,000-square-foot retail building to include a Ashley Furniture HomeStore, and a Chick-fil-A restaurant with drive-thru on an outparcel. Hodgdon Group is serving as the fee developer, contractor and master leasing broker for the redevelopment project. Hodgdon Group also negotiated the site acquisition. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 10:57:48 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000191094.html Opal Enterprises has been chosen as a 'Top Remodeler' by Remodeling Magazine. The Elmhurst siding contractors are known for home improvement services such as window replacement, siding and roofing in Downers Grove and Western Chicagoland. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:10:28 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000190800.html Dana Strand Senior Housing represents the third phase of the redevelopment of Dana Strand Village, the former public housing site. It provides 100 one-bedroom senior apartments that are affordable to house seniors with annual incomes at or below 30% of the Los Angeles County Area Median Income. The development, designed by award-winning architectural firm KTGY Group, Inc., consists of three stories of high-quality construction with 82 parking spaces, all of which are built on grade, and afford easy access to highways 110 and 710. Project amenities include a computer center, a community room and energy-efficient appliances along with a wide array of resident services, including computer classes, ESL classes, and resident events. Dana Strand is designed to USGBC’s LEED Silver specification. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:18:06 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000189453.html Naperville cabinet refinishing experts, Save Wood Kitchen Cabinet Refinishers has announced the launch of its Whisky Glaze Series available to customers seeking cabinet refinishing and refacing in the Naperville and greater Chicago region. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:49:40 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000190123.html Volunteers from Orange County-based KTGY Group, Inc. Architecture and Planning wielded paint brushes, cleaned toys, trimmed hedges and did other assorted tasks this past Saturday at the Blind Children's Learning Center in Santa Ana, Calif. The volunteer project was undertaken to mark the award-winning firm’s 20th anniversary. More than 80 employees and family members participated in the beautification effort. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 20:48:56 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000189337.html The Michaels Development Company and LINC Housing Corporation recently celebrated the ground breaking of a new mixed-use, transit-oriented affordable housing community in Oakland, Calif. Designed by KTGY Group, Red Star Apartments will offer affordable one- and two-bedroom apartment homes to income-eligible seniors. It is being built on the former site of the Red Star yeast factory and is expected to generate hundreds of high quality jobs for local residents and businesses. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:45:51 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000189000.html Mike Seger from Athens, Georgia Had an Impressive 195 Transaction Sides on His Way to Becoming One of Georgia's Top Professionals Thu, 22 Sep 2011 16:20:37 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000188702.html KTGY’s Principal Rohit Anand, AIA, NCARB, has been invited to participate as a speaker at the 2011 Multifamily Executive Conference, “Welcome to Renter Nation,” held from October 3-5, 2011, at the Aria Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. On Monday, October 3, from 3:45 p.m. and 5:00 p.m., Anand will be a speaker at the session, "Size Matters: Inside the Smaller, More Efficient Apartment of the Future." Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:51:42 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000188683.html The Crossings at Escondido recently celebrated its grand opening. Developed by Urban Housing Communities (UHC) LLC, a leading developer of quality multifamily residential projects, and designed by KTGY, The Crossings at Escondido provides eco-friendly, high-quality workforce housing to families earning between 30% and 60% of the area median income. The Crossings at Escondido offers 55 thoughtfully-planned apartment homes ranging in size from two- to four-bedroom units. Rent ranges from $508 to $1,063 per month based on family size and income level. Tue, 20 Sep 2011 23:52:04 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000188292.html Barina Craft, a manufacturer of bar furniture for the home, announces the opening of its new shop on CafePress.com. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 02:34:09 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000187758.html KTGY's wide range of capabilities, excellence and innovation in addressing complex design/build issues in attached, sustainable communities, mixed-use, transit-oriented developments, and campus housing has been recognized in several recent awards programs. Mon, 12 Sep 2011 23:41:22 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000178441.html Experienced Georgia Realtor® and Certified Distress Property Expert (CDPE), Matthew Sipera, joins The Komar Team and Results Realty Services which was the number one real estate office in Forsyth County in dollars sold for 2009 and 2010. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:10:54 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000177508.html 22-August-11, Wichita, Kansas - Global Trends owner Farah Gohari today announced special discount on metallic porcelain tiles. Global Trends carries a huge collection of metallic porcelain tiles from leading manufacturers. Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:07:40 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000171189.html KTGY announced it is providing architectural design services for a new $29 million pedestrian-oriented 132-unit mixed-use senior housing community situated near downtown Portland, Oregon. Intended for LEED Gold certification and developed by the Foursquare Foundation, the project is slated to commence construction in the spring of 2012 and be completed in approximately 18 months. The new community will help mitigate the soaring demand for quality affordable housing to active seniors 62 years of age and over. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:45:12 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000163923.html A new architectural surveying service has been launched by Chartered Surveyors based in North London for clients who are planning to and undertaking building works and projects in and around the M25 area. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:33:37 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000161732.html WomenCertified today announced that Broten Garage Door and Gate has been awarded the Women’s Choice Award by WomenCertified for Excellence in Customer Experience. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:26:30 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000160877.html Construction has commenced on a new 332-bed student housing community at the University of Wyoming (UW) in Laramie. The new development features 84 apartments, which consist mostly of 4 bedrooms and 3 baths in primarily a townhouse-neighborhood with some flats near the community center, and a 4,000-square-foot community center combined with maintenance facilities. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:41:25 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000152822.html KTGY Group is providing architectural design services for a new 183,000 sq. ft. mixed-use student housing building to be developed by Irvine-based Hanover Pacific, LLC at the Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) in Pomona, Calif. Designed to LEED Silver specifications, the 3.3-acre project is a public/private partnership with the city's Redevelopment Agency, Vehicle Parking District, and Hanover Pacific, along with the support of Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU). Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:12:17 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000150419.html Structural Dynamics Australia appoint Darren Wills as Strudyna’s new Managing Director for Australia Tue, 12 Jul 2011 01:42:31 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000149036.html The website exists to help industries such as construction, environmental, energy and marine to source FRP services, products and information. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:39:18 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000147380.html The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) website now offers a wide array of free educational materials about metal building systems and their many uses. Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:30:37 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000145916.html Hodgdon Group has completed the conversion of the former Wickes Furniture building at the Centre Pointe Marketplace in Santa Clarita, Calif., for the opening of an Ashley Furniture HomeStore on July 1, 2011. Hodgdon Group Realty negotiated the purchase of the former 41,850 sq. ft. Wickes building for $3.7 million on behalf of Ashley Furniture. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 22:40:21 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000145335.html Oakley have launched the groundbreaking new Swiftly Jacket golf sunglasses, which characteristic interchangeable lenses. The glasses, which are worn by Ian Poulter and Rory McIlroy, attribute Oakley's new Switchlock engineering which permits the golfer to really effortlessly swap the lenses in the body relying on ailments. Speedily Jacket has been engineered by Fake Oakley Sunglasses to assure a excellent 3-Position Match so the entire body would make make contact with only at the br... Thu, 30 Jun 2011 17:09:57 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000143937.html KTGY Principal Manny Gonzalez, AIA, LEED AP, CAASH, will be a featured speaker at NAHB's webinar, "Emerging Trends in 50+ Design & Amenities," on July 6, from 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT. Gonzalez will discuss current and emerging design trends for 50+ lifestyle communities and the market research that illustrates what design features and community amenities that 50+ consumers prefer and will pay for. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:21:47 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000142789.html Olson Homes debuts two model homes in its newest residential community, Citrus Walk. Located in the heart of downtown Covina, Calif., and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and MetroLink, Citrus Walk will offer LEED Certified homes that are innovatively designed by KTGY Group to fit active, urban lifestyles and attract first-time homebuyers. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:24:00 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000139209.html KTGY Principal Manny Gonzalez, AIA, LEED AP has been invited to be a speaker in the Boral Sustainability Speaker Series at the PCBC The Show, Homebuilding’s Premier Tradeshow and Conference, held June 22-24, 2011, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, Calif. Gonzalez will speak at the Boral booth #5111 on June 23, at 11:00 a.m. Gonzalez will discuss the latest sustainable design trends and construction methods for residential green building. Wed, 15 Jun 2011 22:36:26 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000136247.html KTGY’s Principal Manny Gonzalez has been invited to speak at BIA of Southern California 50+ Housing Council program about his new prototype, ABC (Affordable, Buildable, Certified green) Home, which is designed for net-zero energy use and incorporates Universal Design to accommodate people of all ages and capabilities. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 09:02:02 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000130636.html Opal Enterprises, a roofing contractor in Winfield, has been named a Certified Green Roofer by GAF. One of the premier roofing companies in Winfield, Opal Enterprises is recognized for their commitment to sustainable business practices. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 01:38:18 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000135315.html KTGY Group, Inc., Architecture + Planning, and some of this country's top builders/developers have earned nine Gold Nugget Merit Awards honoring the firm's wide range of capabilities, excellence and innovation in addressing complex design/build issues in attached, detached, sustainable communities, mixed-use, transit-oriented developments, and campus housing. Winning projects include: UCI East Campus Apartments Phase III; The Crossing at Anaheim in Anaheim, Calif.; Gallery 421 in downtown Long Beach, Calif.; Paragon at Old Town in Monrovia, Calif.; La Floresta in Brea, Calif.; 12th & Burnside in Portland, Ore.; and The Shell House in Nassau, Bahamas. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:00:56 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000134089.html Broten Garage & Gate, a garage door, entry door, and gate sales and repair company in South East Florida, joins other businesses in repairing homes for South Florida foster children. Sat, 04 Jun 2011 14:41:55 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000130265.html KTGY’s Principal Ken Ryan has been invited to participate in the Orange County Chapter’s Building Industry Association (BIA) and Urban Infill Committee and Asset Opportunities Group's program, “Creating a Community within a Community: Neighborhood Spotlight: La Floresta Brea," on Thursday, June 2, 2011. La Floresta is a multi-generational, mixed-use community that offers new housing opportunities, jobs and amenities on a prominent urban infill site in north Orange County. The meeting will be held at the Irvine Ranch Water District's Duck Club meeting room. Thu, 26 May 2011 20:30:03 -0500 http://www.free-press-release-center.info/pr00000000000000124042.html Aaron Hodgdon, president of Hodgdon Group Realty, has been honored for the second consecutive year as CoStar Group’s Power Broker in the retail leasing category. His firm, Hodgdon Group Realty, also made the prestigious Power Broker list for Top Leasing Firms in 2010. The Hodgdon Group provides everything from site section, transaction advisory, planning and permitting of tenant improvements, cost estimating and construction services. Fri, 13 May 2011 00:30:42 -0500