By Al Hilal on Tuesday, September 14, 2010Filed Under: Uncategorized

Project Description of Norveg Coast-Cultural Center by Gudmundur Jonsson Architect:
Norveg is situated in the Community Rørvik which has long tradition for fishery, and represents the utmost of the Norwegian coastal culture through ages. Today there is a boat-building industry carrying on the tradition, but in a modern way.
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By Al Hilal on Tuesday, September 14, 2010Filed Under: Houses / Housing

Project description of Casa G by Gudmundur Jonsson Architect:
The concept of Casa G is based on reading and feedback to the landscape it exists on. The characteristic landscape situation and view differences distinctively in each direction. Towards south the view to the sea and islands, towards north the characteristic triangular mountain, towards east the glacier and towards west the river and canyon.
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By Al Hilal on Monday, September 13, 2010Filed Under: Apartments

Project description ‘Total Renovation of a Studio Apartment in Center of Reykjavikof‘ by Gudmundur Jonsson Architect:
The apartment is from 1939 and needed a total renovation. The Client (beeing the Architect himself) needed a convenient and representative studioapartment in center of Reykjavik due to visits and work in Iceland, the Architects office beeing in Oslo, Norway.
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By Al Hilal on Monday, September 13, 2010Filed Under: Multi-functional Buildings

Press Release (September 07, 2010):
DUBLIN. The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) today announced it is open for business. After forty months of development and construction, Ireland’s first purpose-built conference centre is ready to support the local economy by attracting international delegates to Dublin to host events for up to 8,000 people. To date, The CCD has secured 150 events.
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By Al Hilal on Friday, September 10, 2010Filed Under: Mixed-use Buildings

Press Release (September 7th, 2010):
[Hong Kong – September 7th, 2010] Hysan Development Company Limited (“Hysan”) today announced that Hysan Place is to be the name for its mixed-use building and new northern gateway in Causeway Bay. The Hysan Place logo is a perfect reflection of the building itself; its sleek metallic finish and subtle graded effect suggest excellent quality and attention to detail. The dynamic accent arrow reflects Hysan’s position as a progressive landlord taking its portfolio to the next level.
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By Al Hilal on Friday, September 10, 2010Filed Under: Building Materials

Cork flooring has been gaining recently more popularity due to its environmentally friendly nature and its ecological benefits. Perhaps, you encountered some friend or neighbor who has installed such flooring or at least you have heard of it. Actually, it can be a perfect addition to any household. It is a member of the family of flooring with a woody style, but meanwhile it is not as expensive as hardwood floors which make it a handy replacement to tiles, carpets and other hardwood floors. And though it is comparatively cheaper, it still maintains a nice appearance just like other flooring.
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By Al Hilal on Thursday, September 9, 2010Filed Under: Towers / Skyscrapers

Project Description of Lifeguard Tower Residence by Lazar Design/Build:
Design/Builder Steve Lazar has grown up with the ocean his entire life. As an avid surfer and a craftsman, he has always been inspired by iconic seaside architecture. Piers, sailboats, custom yachts and destinations such as the Hawaiian islands continue to inspire his work. Many of the custom homes he has designed create the ambiance of an idyllic island adventure.
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By Al Hilal on Tuesday, September 7, 2010Filed Under: Houses / Housing

Project description of HOUSE 804 by H ARQUITECTES:
Located in a pleasant residential neighborhood, the house is a compact building (it is virtually a cube) surrounded by a 3 meters wide perimeter courtyard (minimum mandatory gap based on current regulations). The yard, the swimming-pool and the shed set at the back of the plot are preserved by express wish of the developers.
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