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BOKA Powell Wins Deal of the Year for One McKinney Plaza Transformation

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Dallas, TX (PRWEB) June 04, 2012

BOKA Powell LLC, a Dallas-based architecture and design firm, has won the Rehabilitation/Re-use Deal of the Year from the Dallas Business Journal for its five-year, $ 6 million transformation of One McKinney Plaza, a 263,921-square-foot Class A office building located in Dallas Uptown neighborhood.

The redesign and renovation process modernized the core, shell and interior of the 15-story building, which initially had a small lobby, and a dark, dated exterior, set away from the street. BOKA Powell developed a new fa

Jenne Rayburn Displays New Work In Boston Craft Galleries For The Holidays And New Year.

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Boston, MA (PRWEB) November 28, 2012

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Boston area craft and jewelry galleries will feature new pendants, earrings and other costume jewelry works, as well as couture handbags, by local designer Jenne Rayburn. Each piece in the Jenne Rayburn collection is designed, crafted and assembled by hand at Rayburns studio in Malden, MA. Designs reflect seasonal fashion inspirations and are crafted to accessorize contemporary and classic wardrobes. As a trained metalsmith and enamellist, Rayburn incorporates ancient jewelry techniques into her work, as well as antique and up cycled components from her extensive travels.

This seasons signature jewelry pieces center around the themes of glamorous holiday parties with glittering vintage crystal, the twinkle of reflected light and the luster and contrast of gold mixed with antique silver, reflecting Rayburns love of mixing contemporary with antique. Ive been working with local antique dealers to curate the vintage Swarovski crystals and cut glass in this collection, says Rayburn. Prior to each season I consider the components and stones available in the markets, and the fashion trends as shown at fashion week around the globe, to create unique and timely capsule collections. I only buy the best stones and utilize the highest quality materials.

Wearing great pieces of designer jewelry makes women look and feel beautiful. You can find Jenne Rayburn jewelry, handbags and scarves at the Limited Edition Gallery, in Newton Highlands, MA; the Hourglass Gift Gallery in Melrose, MA, and the Karenna Maraj Gallery in Belmont, MA.

Karenna Maraj Jewelry Collection was established in 2010 as a gallery & studio space in which to sell original jewelry created by jewelry artists and metalsmiths and also to provide classes and open studio space to the local community. Today Karenna Maraj Jewelry Collection represents 56 local artists. Each of the artists is known for his or her distinct style and use of materials. All work is handmade and is one-of-a-kind or of limited production. Collectors frequent Karenna Maraj in search of new works by their favorite artists.

Hourglass Gallery represents more than 50 fine artists and crafters, many local Massachusetts and the New England area. We don’t take Made in America lightly, less than 5% of our goods are imported, we sell Fairly traded items and some Canadian products, says owner Lorrie DiCesare. “95% of our goods are made in the USA.”

Limited Editions is a gallery and shop located in the village of Newton Highlands, just a few miles west of Boston. Jo-Ann Freedman, owner for over 36 years, continually showcases high quality and distinctive work by American craftspeople. As you walk through the gallery, you will discover and be delighted by a whimsical and eclectic mix of color, texture and design.

Visit Jenne Rayburns collections http://www.jennerayburn.com

Visit Jenne Rayburn on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/Jenne.Rayburn

About:

Jenne Rayburn is a Boston-based jewelry/textile artist who also studied interior design and architecture, and her work explores the convergence of architecture, design, technique and identity. Jenne is known for her designs combining vintage textiles, findings and components, with contemporary textile design. A graduate of the University of Washington where she studied metalsmithing and fiber arts, and of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a MS in Design, Jenne has been designing jewelry and accessories for over 20 years. Perpetual curiosity and a passion for experimentation resulted in her first jewelry collection made from etched copper and brilliantly colored enamel. Since then, Jenne has created six unique collections of jewelry and fashion accessories that combine careful workmanship with unique materials and designs. It is her hope that the wearers of her pieces will find joy in a delightful artistic statement, and also something that enhances their individuality and confidence. Her work is carried in local galleries and online. Please visit http://www.jennerayburn.com for Jenne Rayburns online flagship store. For wholesale information, please visit jennerayburn.com/wholesale.com

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Fentress Architects Take Home Three Prestigious Design Awards and Colorado Architect of the Year

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Denver, CO (PRWEB) November 05, 2012

The American Institute of Architects has recognized Curtis Fentress as the 2012 Colorado Architect of the year and acknowledged two of Fentress Architects most innovative designs. The Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine has won both the 2012 AIA Colorado Honor Award for Built Architecture and the 2012 AIA Denver Merit Award for Built Architecture. Mineta-San Jose International Airport Terminal B has won the 2012 AIA Colorado Merit Award for Built Architecture.

Were deeply honored and humbled by these awards, said Curtis Fentress. Its a testament to the artistry and dedication of our teams. Theyre the ones who turned these ideas into reality.

Curtis Fentress, FAIA, RIBA

Awarded: 2012 AIA Colorado Architect of the Year

Curtis Fentress career illustrates how design excellence can elevate and transform the publics understanding and experience of architecture. Fentress body of work is replete with projects uniquely appropriate to their communities architecture with humanism at its heart, designed to stand the test of time. For over three decades, Curtis Fentress and his team have focused on designing enduring public architecture, applying the firms expertise and resources to elevate the human experience in public buildings.

His buildings are keenly aligned with their environmental context, culture and intent. His design philosophy developed through work on Colorado projects such as 1999 Broadway, with its blend of modernist elements that never the less relate to the historic nature of the Holy Ghost Church with which it shares space; Denver International Airport, which quickly became a regional icon and one of the most recognized airports in the world; and vital life-safety work on the beloved Colorado State Capitol. In 2009, Fentress was the first and only architect to be inducted into the Visit Denver Tourism Hall of Fame, honoring the impact his projects have had on the physical, economic and civic landscapes of the region.

Under his direction, Fentress Architects has won more than 400 awards and accolades, including 80 awards from his peers in the AIA, and has won 34 national and international competitions. A Fellow of the AIA, Fentress and his firm have designed $ 27 billion of architectural projects worldwide, visited by over 350 million people annually. He serves widely as a lecturer at colleges and universities throughout the United States and abroad.

Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine

Awarded: 2012 AIA Colorado Honor Award for Built Architecture; 2012 AIA Denver Merit Award for Built Architecture

Located adjacent to the Salk Institute and UCSD campus, the Sanford Consortium of Regenerative Medicine serves five world leaders in life sciences research, including the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, the Scripps Research Institute, the Sanford/Burnham Medical Research Institute, the University of California San Diego, and the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology.

The client challenged the team to design a building that will enhance communications between the best minds in biomedical regenerative research. To create this collaboratory, designers shifted the typical lab plan and created open research neighborhoods, that come together in common use informal lounge-like spaces where chance meetings and interactions between professionals of different disciplines may occur. Private office pods for principal investigators are cantilevered from a walkway and external to the main building envelope, offering views of the Torrey Pines Golf Course, the historic Glideport, and the Pacific Ocean. On track to achieve LEED Gold certification, the project also includes a caf

Announcement: The Rising Architecture Billings Index (ABI) Indicates Increased Construction to Come in the Next Year

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 25, 2012

The latest data from the U.S. Architecture Billings Index (ABI) has been released and it points to good news for construction businesses and real estate developers. In August, this leading construction indicator rose by 1.5 points, indicating a possible recovery in the U.S. construction sector. This report is good news for every business tied to the construction industry, from the architects that plan the projects, to builders who oversee the construction, to the carpet, door and window, flooring and other industries who provide materials for construction.

The ABI now stands at 50.2, which is the best level over the past 5 months. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has stated that any reading over 50 indicates good demand for architect services. While this is certainly good news for the countrys architects, it is also good news for the construction industry, since high ABI readings often precede strong growth in the construction sector over the following 12 months.

Concerns have been raised regarding the ability of the architecture industry to meet the new demand being indicated. Many architects became unemployed during the downturn, and some wonder if those remaining in the industry will be able to meet increasing demand from new construction projects. Fortunately, a separate study found that the demands for new projects are being met. This means growth will continue and strengthen without being derailed by constraints in the design phase of construction.

Looking more closely at industry sectors, multi-family residential buildings are a clear leader, followed by commercial and institutional building projects. The data is an encouraging indicator for economic growth.

Those best positioned to take advantage in this upswing in construction will be the builders and developers who have access to the necessary capital to fund their projects. Because banks are still unwilling to loan due to issues in the capital markets, more developers and builders are turning to lending experts who can get find capital sources. Sunovis Financial is just such a lending organization. The company has an experienced team of banking and real estate professionals.

About Sunovis Financial

Sunovis Financial’s motto is to rebuild the U.S. economy, one business and one loan at a time. The team of professionals find access to capital for borrowers, and the company specializes in SBA loans as well.







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Ephesoft Announces First Annual Partner of the Year Award

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Laguna Hills, CA (PRWEB) June 08, 2012

Ephesoft Inc., the leader in providing advanced cloud-ready capture solutions, today announced the winner of its first annual global partner awards. Ephesoft’s top partner is selected by the executive management team from a group of over 50 value-added resellers (VARs) and system integrators (SI) in 14 countries. Since Ephesoft has a 100% partner sales model, this award is particularly important.

Don Field, CEO of Ephesoft, remarked, “Software subscription sales revenue is the primary factor of our selection but we also value partner focus, creativity, and commitment to the Ephesoft platform. Given those criteria, we are pleased to award our 2011 Partner of the Year award to Zia Consulting. We first met Zia at Alfresco’s DevCon event in 2010 and Zia immediately understood the synergy and potential of working together. Zia further impressed us with their dedication to quickly mastering the product and their rapid deployment in a wide range of engagements from mailroom automation to invoice processing.”

Zia has proven to be a model partner for Ephesoft and continues to innovate. They made technical contributions to the CMIS export scripts, developed an advanced analytics module for Ephesoft called Insight, earned the designation of certified Ephesoft instructors, and are collaborating with Ike Kavas, Ephesoft CTO, on the first book dealing with Ephesoft which will be published this summer.

In light of all these factors, our relationship with Zia Consulting continues to grow. Our exceptional growth is only possible by working closely with our partners. Mike Mahon and Pat Myers at Zia have demonstrated repeatedly the positive outcomes of that partnership and it is a real pleasure to award Zia this honor,” said Don Field.

It is a great honor for Zia to be named the inaugural Ephesoft Global Partner of the Year, said Pat Myers, co-founder of Zia Consulting and EVP for Zias Intelligent Document Capture Practice. As we continue to see growing demand for document capture solutions, we believe the opportunity to partner with Ephesoft is almost limitless, and its this belief that has Ephesoft at the very front of Zias Paper to Mobile solutions. Its has been a pleasure working with the Ephesoft team, whether its in our role as solution provider, certified training partner, or in the creation of the upcoming Ephesoft book, we continue to be impressed with their knowledge and responsiveness.

ABOUT EPHESOFT

Ephesoft, Inc. is headquartered in Laguna Hills, California with an office in Maidenhead, England. Ephesofts document capture solutions are open-source and cloud-ready, offering extreme flexibility and accessibility for a wide range of customers. The company has been experiencing rapid growth in both the US and EMEA markets. For more information visit http://www.ephesoft.com or call (949) 335-5335.

ABOUT Zia Consulting

Zia Consulting is a leading provider of enterprise business solutions for document capture and content management from Paper to Mobile. Zias products and solutions for IDC and ECM enable users to create, store, share and find content across the enterprise and on the go. Utilizing best-of-breed Open Source Software like Ephesoft, Zia Consulting has worked with both the public and private sector to provide end-to-end business solutions across a wide range of customer needs. Zia Consulting – Content Anywhere, Solutions Here. For more information, visit http://www.ziaconsulting.com or call (888)732-4101.







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Seneca Introduces a 5 Year Warranty for Nexlink Branded Desktops

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Syracuse, NY (PRWEB) August 14, 2012

Seneca, a leading manufacturer of innovative technology solutions, today announces an enhancement to their warranty with a new 5 year standard warranty option on Nexlink branded desktops.

We are excited to offer an industry leading warranty option to our Nexlink desktop kits, said Mark Porter, Desktop Product Manager at Seneca. Everyones budgets have been tightened, and being able to keep a desktop for an extra 2 years, while maintaining warranty coverage is a big plus. Having a solid warranty option takes the risk out of the desktop purchase and makes the overall investment more affordable.

All Nexlink desktops offer an exclusive PC Angel System Recovery Solution that provides multiple options to restore systems back to a working state in the event that it has encountered a problem. Combining a 5 year warranty on top of the PC Angel System Recovery Solution provides increased value for a complete desktop solution.

Nexlink Desktops with 5 Year Depot Warranty:

Nexlink 1125 Value Series: Optimal performance coupled with an impressive feature set for value-minded customers and basic computing tasks

Nexlink 3125 Mainstream Series: Mainstream solution offering enhanced performance and multitasking capabilities at a competitive price

Nexlink 5125 Professional Series: This series offers advanced media and graphic features with expanded business capabilities, for maximum productivity

Nexlink 7125 and Nexlink 7200 Performance Series: Engineered for the most demanding users, this series combines the latest technologies and high performance features

About Nexlink:

Seneca has been delivering innovative custom built computer solutions for over fifteen years. As the largest custom built brand in the US, Nexlink offers desktop, notebook, and server solutions for a wide range of markets to include business, government, education, and healthcare. Nexlink systems are designed to provide maximum performance and reliability while minimizing the total cost of ownership. Delivering only the best solutions, Nexlink products are Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certified in our ISO 9001:2008 manufacturing facility.

About Seneca:

For over 30 years, Seneca has met the needs of customers in diverse industries with original and partnered technology solutions. As a leading U.S.-based Custom Computer Manufacturer, Seneca serves the evolving needs of our Business, Gov/Ed, Digital Security and Digital Signage, Digital Security and Surveillance, Digital Health and Digital Broadcast customers nationwide. By establishing the highest standards for our products, we forge long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships that deliver results. Seneca is best known for our rigorously tested Nexlink brand of custom-built desktops, servers, notebooks and storage devices. Our success is built on service and consistent performance at every stage of the extended technology lifecycle. For more information visit http://www.senecadata.com.

Seneca. Creating & Partnering Throughout the Technology Lifecycle.

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Peugeot 208 GTi Set for Spring Next Year

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(PRWEB UK) 4 September 2012

Peugeot has announced its new addition to the already-iconic 208 range the Peugeot 208 GTi.

The new model which is due for UK release in spring 2013 includes a series of interior and exterior upgrades that promise to deliver desirability, performance and exhilaration.

Designed as a sportier version of the recently-launched 208, the GTi is directly inspired by the values of a Peugeot classic the 205 GTi.

The 208 GTi, however, is a thoroughly modern take on the legend.

Kicking off its host of visual renovations are its wheel-hugging arches, wing extensions and body sills, which combine to create a sleek, strong and immediate visual identity.

Up front, the special, gloss-black 208 grille frames and focusses attention on the eye-catching halogen headlamps. Using LED technology, these lamps look at once feline and sophisticated, whilst bringing to mind the most desirable future technologies.

The cars interior, too, has been redesigned with dark colour schemes, punctuated by red highlights and the striking effect is bolstered further by the inclusion of carefully created components. From the seat belts to the steering wheel insert, each component is individually endearing, but also part of a refined, unique and sporty whole.

The sporty look is driven too by its seats, which mix cloth and leather with vibrant red details that are carried through to the seat belts. Its not all looks, though drivers are treated to a comfortable driving position that allows for absolute clarity, with the attractively detailed handbrake and gear lever placed in easy reach.

Underneath the body, the revisions continue. The steering settings have been revised to offer a firmer driving experience, whilst the suspension newly-chosen for the Peugeot GTi responds with absolute precision.

The air-cooled brakes offer total control, too 249mm ventilated discs at the back, 302mm ventilated discs at the front.

The 1.6-litre TGP 200bhp petrol engine delivers a maximum torque of 275Nm, and a maximum power of 147kW. It takes less than seven seconds to go from nought to 62mph. It boasts an amended exhaust system that makes for an appealing and endearing sound at all engine speeds. It delivers a sporty, safe and enjoyable driving experience and it emits CO2 at only 145g/km. This incredible feat is down in part to its comparatively light weight, which also helps to boost performance.

The announcement of the Peugeot 208 GTi follows the recent successful launch of the Peugeot 208, in June of this year.

Peugeot has already received 8,500 orders for the original Peugeot 208 3-door and Peugeot 208 5-door, an accomplishment that the sporty, contemporary 208 GTi is sure to repeat.

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Notes to Editors:

About Peugeot UK – http://www.peugeot.co.uk

Peugeot is part of the PSA Group Europes 2nd largest automotive producer and is one of the top ten vehicle brands in the world. Its UK subsidiary has its headquarters in Coventry and there are 250 Peugeot Dealerships throughout the UK.

The Peugeot product portfolio includes electric cars (iOn), petrol & diesel cars (107 Compact, 207, 208, 308, 3008 Crossover, 4007 SUV, 5008 Compact MPV, [508 RXH & RCZ Sports Coup

Thunder Bay Press Anatomy 360: The Ultimate Visual Guide to the Human Body Awarded Top Honors in Reference in ForeWords 2011 Book of the Year Awards

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San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 11, 2012

Thunder Bay Press is excited to announce that Anatomy 360: The Ultimate Guide to the Human Body (ISBN: 978-1-60710-213-7) has been given a Gold Award in Reference in ForeWords 2011 Book of the Year Awards. Released in the fall of 2011, Anatomy 360 is a top-selling reference book that depicts the human body in its entiretyfrom the skin to the muscles to the organs to the bones. With detailed pictures and vivid explanations, this stunning book provides a unique perspective on our most crucial parts, showing how the structures of our bodies influence their functions.

ForeWords Book of the Year Awards program is designed for booksellers and librarians to share in the process of discovering distinctive books across a number of genres with judgments based on their own authority and on patron interests. The 2011 Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention Award Winners were announced on June 23 at the ALA Annual Meeting in Anaheim.

We are thrilled and honored by the award given to Anatomy 360, said Peter Norton, Publisher Thunder Bay Press. We had a vision to create an anatomy book that balanced the art and the science of the human body. An anatomy book that appealed to everyone from academics to art aficionados. The amazingly detailed images, rendered from almost limitless perspectives, differentiate this visual celebration. We are extremely excited to see that this book is being recognized for its beautiful and ambitious nature.

ForeWord Reviews’ Book of the Year Awards bring increased attention to librarians and booksellers of the literary and graphic achievements of independent publishers and their authors. ForeWord is the only review trade journal devoted exclusively to books from independent houses. Their unique awards process brings readers, librarians, and booksellers together to select their top categories as well as choose the winning titles. Their decisions are based on editorial excellence, professional production, originality of the narrative, author credentials relative to the book, and the value the book adds to its genre.

Keeping in mind the standard used by booksellers and librarians for purchases and acquisitions, judging was based on items such as editorial excellence, originality of subject matter, accuracy, author credentials and professional packaging. Finalists were determined by a jury of judges consisting of editors and reviewers of ForeWord Reviews, booksellers, librarians, and other industry professionals.

About Thunder Bay Press:

Thunder Bay Press (http://www.thunderbaybooks.com) is an imprint of Baker & Taylor Publishing Group, the largest distributor of traditional and digital media in the world. Thunder Bay is a collection of coffee table-style reference books suitable for gift-giving on the subjects of art, architecture, pets, cooking, travel, culture, hobbies, religion, transportation and nature. Thunder Bay Press is perhaps most known for its best-selling Then and Now series.

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In Honor of Donald Trump’s Statesman of the Year Award, RCBryan & Associates Announces Business Consulting Campaign

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New York, NY (PRWEB) July 09, 2012

Business consulting firm, RCBryan & Associates is announcing a new business consulting campaign in honor of Donald Trumps upcoming recognition from the GOP as the 2012 Statesman of the Year. RCBryan & Associates has had a long standing history with the business mogul, as Trumps advisor The Apprentice co-star George Ross is a strategic advisor with RCBryan & Associates. RCBryan & Associates new advising program launched for entrepreneurs inspired by Trumps upcoming GOP recognition and status as a business mogul, find their own success.

Trump will receive his recognition on the eve of the Republican National Convention at an August 26th dinner. The new RCBryan & Associates campaign will be leading an effort to provide entrepreneurs inspired by Trumps success and his upcoming recognition, with guidance and coaching tailored to their unique needs. The newly designed program will offer professional guidance and resources entrepreneurs need to succeed during todays tough economic climate and to use the same type of consulting that Trump used along with Ross to build Trump Organization and find their own type of success as an entrepreneur.

The focus of the new RCBryan campaign will be to provide entrepreneurs, who look to Trump for inspiration, with an arsenal of tools needed to find business success within their own realm. The new effort includes access to a free RCBryan Ultimate Business Plan Guide which covers the basics of marketing, finance and competition.

About RCBryan & Associates:

RCBryan & Associates offers business coaching, mentoring, consulting and marketing coaching services to companies and investors in all different niches. RCBryan & Associates, headed by acclaimed entrepreneur, Roger Bryan features a team of the industrys most successful business coaches and mentors.

More information on RCBryan & Associates and their business coaching programs can be found online at http://www.rcbryan.com or by calling 1-888-RCBRYAN.