DesignFlash - 05.15.07

May 15, 2007

Featured Product

KI’s Genesis Desking System offers interior designers and facility planners a complete systems furniture package that meets the need for design flexibility and functional versatility.

Editors’ Choice

Spradling International introduces Intaglio Designs, a complex series of vinyl patterns at the forefront of a new designer trend toward "flop" colors.

Global Environmental Progress Noted via EcoMetrics™ Interface Inc. has announced its latest global EcoMetrics report, demonstrating that the company is making notable progress toward its Mission Zero™ promise, “to eliminate any negative impact the company may have on the environment by 2020.”............................................................................................................................

AIA Names 150 Great PlacesThe American Institute of Architects Illinois Council recently announced its “150 Illinois Great Places.” Located in towns and cities across the state, these places have been identified by leading architects as contributing to their communities’ quality of life.............................................................................................................................

Carpet Manufacturer to Donate Proceeds to Alzheimer’s Association Shaw Contract Group announced it will donate 1 percent of sales on its Colour of Life Collection to the Alzheimer’s Association. With a goal to creating a welcoming environment, Colour of Life is a collection designed specifically for long-term care environments. ............................................................................................................................

Vertegy Helps Manufacturer Obtain LEED^® Certification
Vertegy, a St. Louis-based sustainability-consulting firm, recently added Aquascape Designs Inc. to its list of clients who have achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)-certification. With the aid of Vertegy, Aquascape Designs’ corporate headquarters and distribution facility has earned Silver certification. ............................................................................................................................
GUEST COLUMNIST

ASID Update: What’s in a Name?
By Suzan Globus, FASIDModifying one’s title in the A&D industry may be tempting, but it also might be illegal.

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