I hope they have captured the glow of incandescents. The CFL’s just don’t do it. I will be trying these out asap. Interesting article.

This limited description of Camp David reminds me of similar programs from my clients of their lake and beach houses.  The full refrigerator and 24/7 staff excluded of course but nice to dream about.

Well, well this looks intersting and the color reminds me of cherry!  Another choice to be looked into for pricing and recommendation to our clients.

Rubbersidewalks is a company that makes pavers out of recycled tires.  CEO Lindsay Smith was inspired to find an alternative to concrete when trees in her neighborhood were being cut down because their roots were damaging the sidewalks.  The company now has installations in 60 cities and 17 states and that was as of December 2006.  Rubbersidewalks save money & trees and keep tires out of landfills.  Check out the installation photos and technical information on the website.

LG Electronics’ Over-The-Range Microwave Oven is highlighted by Kitchen & Bath Business magazine as an alternative to conventional ovens and warming drawers “with innovative warming lamp technology ensuring optimal mealtime temperature even after the food has been reheated.  The unit’s warming mode uses a radiant heat source and can be set at a specific temperature to keep food warm for up to 90 minutes.”

Check out the article from The New York Times, “What’s Lurking in Your Countertop?”

Great article and picture on the Olympic Stadium in Bejing from the New York Times Architecture Review.  Read it here.

This product lets you power down your entire house with a single switch.  It is a wireless system that sends a signal to control the thermostat, wall switches and outlets.  It can be retrofitted into homes or installed during construction.  You can pick which appliances and outlets you want to be controlled – for instance, you wouldn’t want your refrigerator to be included.  Find out how much energy you could save.

Original Earth Plaster by American Clay is beautiful and 100% natural.  It comes in 3 finishes, 44 premixed colors, and they can mix unlimited custom shades.  It is non-toxic, VOC-free, and mold resistant.

Interesting article from Building Design & Construction about a special admixture that “makes concrete virtually waterproof, saving thousands in moisture-proofing materials and labor costs.”  Read Concrete That Fears Water No More.