Design Ideas
Tudor Revival–Medieval English Roots
Many suburban homes throughout the country in the early 20th century were based on the architectural style commonly known as Tudor. An architectural style with a fairly wide latitude of expression, the “Tudor” label is loosely based on the architecture of Medieval England, from the 15th … [Read More...]
French Eclectic–The Most Varied Style in History
French Eclectic architecture is the most varied style in history. Detailing comes in a multitude of flavors, as does form. Symmetrical form, asymmetrical form, quoins, towers with conical roofs… this archetype contains a wide scope of features. The one constant seen in the French Eclectic … [Read More...]
True Italian Renaissance–the Difference is in the Details
The Italian Renaissance style became popular in the 1880’s and remained so into the mid 1930's. It is a much more authentic interpretation of classical Italian architecture than the earlier"Italianate" style of the mid 1800's. First begun in 1883 by the firm of McKim, Mead and White in New York, … [Read More...]
SAVVY Trucks & Toys Review by Steve Smirnis
TOYOTA INTRODUCES SEVENTH-GENERATION CAMRY FOR 2012
Toyota introduced today the all-new, seventh-generation Camry with class leading safety, fuel economy and multi-media technology. The 2012 Camry employs an elegantly simple but modern form, emphasizing a wider, lower stance than previous models. with a more spacious interior, improved driving … [Read More...]
Ford Takes Top Honors at Texas Truck Rodeo
Your Building SAVVY publishers were among 57 journalistst members of the Texas Auto Writers Association assembled for the two-day-long evaluation of new trucks, SUVs and CUVs at the Knibbe Ranch in San Atonio this past weekend. After test driving the trucks on and off the road, votes were cast to … [Read More...]
Local Contractor Chosen for National Ram Truck Commercials
Arthur Barcelo, of Dallas' Artcelo Custom Design was selected to star in new commercials promoting Ram trucks and the real life success stories of their drivers. The TV commercials will appear in both English and Spanish. … [Read More...]
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Feeling Left Behind in the Social Media Wave?
“Keep in mind that social media is also fairly new and even the top marketers are still learning new strategies offered by these new technologies. Don’t feel that you’re way behind or too late,” says our own local Social Media Guru Dina Lima. I recently accomplished the task of editing my … [Read More...]
Get Smart About SmartPhone Technology
“What started as a must-have device that didn't tie you down has now morphed into a texting, tweeting, multi-tasking productivity and entertainment gadget that offers a wide range of possibilities for you and your business. The lightning-speed advancement of the Smartphone has left many … [Read More...]
