A tender choice

Article Abstract:

Specification of building elements is often done from a limited range of products. This is likely to prove expensive as cheaper products that meet the specifier's requirements may be available. It rarely necessary to specify a particular manufacturer unless it has special expertese. Alternative tendering allows manufacturers to bid competitively and can bring large price reductions.

Construction, Product information, Architecture, Building, Specifications

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The West end: there is plenty of money in Napa, and Hamptonization has already begun

Article Abstract:

Napa Valley, CA has become a retreat for San Francisco millionaires who want a special place away from the city. Architect Marc LaRoche provided the current owner with a tastefully-appointed but informal country home with clean-lined wood cabinets, new plaster rooms, and even a woven-wood vaulted ceiling in the living room to soften the stone structure.

California, Innovations, Buildings and facilities, Interior design, Napa Valley, Architecture, Domestic, Home design

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Security systems

Article Abstract:

An alphabetical-by-manufacturer guide to car security systems on the market in spring 1997 is presented. Every manufacturer's complete product line is detailed, with price, model number, and feature lists provided for each listed product.

Buyers Guide, Security measures, Security systems, Automobile antitheft devices, Automotive antitheft devices

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