Archive for March, 2010
Impact Resistant Windows Offer Protection and Style
Whether or not you’re building in an area at risk to hurricanes, impact resistant windows can benefit your next residential project in a variety of ways. They block out unwanted noise and cut down on heating costs by providing better insulation, in addition to protecting against wind and other strong forces. In hurricane-prone regions, many [...]
Tenant Improvement: So Many Cooks, So Little Time
Have you ever heard the expression “too many cooks in the kitchen”? If you’re planning a tenant improvement project, you’re going to have a lot of “cooks,” including architects, designers, and construction workers, not to mention your landlord. All of these parties are essential to tenant improvement, but without some sort of coordinating effort, you’ll [...]
Why Your Home Needs Impact Windows
Although strong enough to stand up to hurricanes, impact resistant windows are useful for a variety of other purposes, whether or not you live in an area prone to hurricanes. Let’s explore some of the additional perks of impact resistant windows: Energy Star ratings. Choose energy-efficient impact windows to decrease your heating costs with better [...]
The Dos and Don’ts of Office Build-outs
One of the most exciting parts of moving to a new office building is customizing the space to fit your company’s needs. This might involve assembling cubicles, putting up walls, and installing new flooring, in addition to determining the locations of outlets, light fixtures, switches, and more. Projects like these — also called office build-outs [...]