Final Four Madness

OK, there were 2 games that destroyed many brackets. Michigan State and Villanova. That being said there were some that saw it coming. There is actually one player (Michael Forbes of Roebbelen) that has all Final Four still in it.Seeing all you who had the schools like Syracuse and Memphis going all the way I got tired of grading Sh*tty PIX. I set some criteria to narrow the field which helps weed out the pack of sheets that have a chance in hell...

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Sustainable Suite Design Competition

USGBC, The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), and The Hospitality Industry Network (NEWH) are sponsoring the Sustainable Suite Design Competition to help drive green design practices within the hotel industry. This competition provides a platform for student and professional teams from around the world to present their approach to green hotel room interior design. For more information CLICK HERE-Reg...

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Roseville is Turning 100!!!

Our little railroad town is turning 100 in mid-April! I wanted share some really great Centennial events the City has planned for next month. The City’s homepage has a lot of information, including a document you can print to read more about each of the events and their timing. http://www.roseville.ca.us/Some highlights:Premiere of Rose Parade Documentary – Friday, April 17, 5 pm at Magic Circle TheatreUnion Pacific is bringing in one of their oldest...

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Blue Line Gallery

Roseville Arts presents FACES at the Blue Line Gallery (405 Vernon St.) in Downtown Roseville. Note: Linda Green's art (center middle) will be on display until April 15...so if you in the neighborhood stop by and check it o...

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Earth Hour

Earth Hour is a worldwide event that encourages individuals to unite in the fight against global warming by turning off their lights and spending sixty minutes outside with friends and family. Over the past two years the simple idea has grown into a monumental movement, and this year’s event is aiming for 1 billion participants. Earth hour 2009 takes place on March 28th at 8:30pm local time, so save the date, flip the switch, and see how this simple...

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Most Advanced Bike Ever?

For the bicycling enthusiast...(about half the office) check out this new bike from Formula 1 race car engineers BERU. It is being touted as the most advanced road bike ever. Check out their website and decide for yourself. Click he...

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Biggest Loser Motivation

For those who don't know, we are half way through our second Biggest Loser/Most Consistent Mover contest. It seems trimming the weight is a little more difficult this time around. So, I went in search of ideas and found this great website full of healthy food choices and recipes to get back on track.Check it out...CLICK HERE-Brian...

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Design Dialogue Series

I would encourage anyone interested in urban design issues to attend the first Design Dialogue at the AIACV office this Wednesday night. Our very own Terry Green will be presenting WP's take on alley activation along with other local architects and designers. The presentations are short (very short) leaving more time for questions and discussion about the issues...a chance for your ideas to be heard. See below for more info. Panel Presentation --...

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Tour of The Orleans in Old Town

A few weeks ago, the IIDA organized a tour of a new infill project in Old Sacramento, The Orleans. First, we met at the Firehouse. I have not been here in years… and once I was there, I wondered what took me so long? I love the outdoor patio of this place… especially this time of year. We got a firsthand tour of the much improved Firehouse by Terry Harvego (the project developer) and Michael Dunlavey (of Dunlavey studio, who did the renovation work...

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Heath Ceramic

If you are ever in Sausalito and have two hours to spare, I highly recommend checking out the Heath Ceramics manufacturing facility off of Bridgeway Blvd. Heath ceramics is named after the late Edith Heath who founded the company in the mid-1950’s. She and her company are known for their unique and timeless design as well as their dedication to producing quality products (that cost a pretty penny, but are worth every penny at the same time). The...

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Eric's really on top of things...

Talk about efficiency...Eric's working two jobs at once. -P...

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Martha Riley Community Library named ‘Best Community Impact Project’

Martha Riley Community Library named ‘Best Community Impact Project’by the Sacramento Business JournalWe are pleased to be a part of the award winning team that designed this upbeat and contemporary library and gathering space that allows all sectors of the community to come together. From the children’s reading tree to the teen media center, quiet reading areas, spacious meeting rooms, comfy gathering spaces to the Utility Exploration Center, this...

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Citrus Heights Community Center

Check out the Citrus Heights Community Center site. Reminds me of a postage stamp.-Tr...

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How we spent our President’s Day Weekend!!!

Over the President’s Day Weekend, Jeff and I went to visit my parents up in Tahoe. We decided to take a leisurely drive down to Mono Lake with my mom. I hadn’t been there since I was little, and Jeff had never been. It was a beautiful drive down and the scenery was spectacular……these are right out of Bridgeport and are the backside of Yosemite. To give a small sense of scale, Bridgeport sits at an elevation on 6772 ft., so those mountains are...

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