Residential Architect Magazine: 2008 Architects' Choice

Tex Mix

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 03:31:00 EST

Rob Paulus Architect: Mix Phifertex fabric panels with run-of-the-mill turnbuckles and eyebolts to create sunscreens and other architectural wonders.

On Guard

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 04:55:29 EST

Rob Paulus Architect: Tampa, Fla.-based McNichols specializes in lightweight perforated metal panels that are suitable for many architectural applications.

Driven To Xcell

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:21:13 EST

Rockhill and Associates: Xcell spray-in cellulose is used in lieu of fiberglass to prevent air leakage more effectively than conventional insulation.

Ground Control

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:16:36 EST

Rockhill and Associates: ECO-TERR's StabiliGrid ground-reinforcement system, manufactured from recycled polyethylene, mitigates stormwater runoff.

waste watchers

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:02:29 EST

Levitt Goodman Architects: Baleboard plastic lumber is manufactured from 100 percent recycled industrial waste, making it less vulnerable to the elements than real wood.

tube tops

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:02:39 EST

Levitt Goodman Architects: The Castor Recycled Tube Light has a tongue-in-cheek design but is all business.

all the news that fits

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 02:06:04 EST

Kuklinski and Rappe Architects: Nu-Wool claims WALLSEAL—an engineered spray-in cellulose insulation made of recycled newsprint—completely fills cavities to eliminate air infiltration.

star 69

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 02:08:59 EST

Kuklinski+Rappe Architects: Normann Copenhagen's Norm 69 pendant is thrifty and elegant.

door score

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:58:04 EST

Banducci Associates Architects: Clopay's Avante Collection are made with 2 1/8-inch frames in custom sizes.

all that glass

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:58:09 EST

Banducci Associates Architects: Oceanside Glasstile's Tessera are made from silica sand and, in some cases, post-consumer recycled bottle glass.

Lighten up

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:08:59 EST

Swatt Architects: Concreteworks Studio's concrete countertops and bathtubs are embedded with fiber optics that are invisible during the day and glow at night.

solid opening

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:09:04 EST

Swatt Architects: To promote "continuity from interior to exterior," Swatt specs large aluminum openings from Fleetwood, as he did on this home.

good save

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:31:55 EST

Bamesberger Architecture: TOTO USA toilets.

steel diamond

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:32:00 EST

Bamesberger Architecture: Diamond Spas stainless steel tubs.

dura duo

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:31:49 EST

Bamesberger Architecture: Duratherm custom wood windows with two species on one frame.

good cover

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:44:36 EST

Banducci Associates Architects: Western red cedar siding is stable, resists decay and offers clean lines.

down light

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:02:33 EST

Levitt Goodman Architects: Solatube's skylights capture daylight and disperse it into a home.

seam heat

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:30:54 EST

Kuklinski and Rappe Architects: Petersen Aluminum produces a variety of roofing products out of 24-gauge hot-dipped galvanized steel or aluminum.

Log Off

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:54:50 EST

Swatt Architects: In lieu of traditional wood or gas fireplaces, Swatt chooses Spark Modern Fires' Fire Ribbon, which can be outfitted with glass, lava rocks, or basalt stone.

architects' choice

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:27:15 EST

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