WOW! What an honor!!!
Thursday 12.15.2011
We have received the 7th Annual AMEC Small Business Subcontractor of the Year Award. This prestigious award was totally unexpected and we truly appreciate that AMEC chose to recognize our efforts.
The award was presented to us by Mr. Daryll D. Long, Senior Project Manager. Here is picture of the award presentation.
Thank you!
[ Mr. Daryll D. Long, Teresa Dos Santos, Dave Chaney ]
If you want to read the award letter click here.
Movable Wall Systems ::: CES WAL408
Thursday 12.08.2011 | 9:00 a.m.
Presented by KI
An overview of emerging trends and issues related to movable walls which architects and designers need to be aware of when assisting clients in designing their building construction.
One hour participation value is one AIA/CES Learning Unit with HSW
rsvp: mtakkas@contract-resources.com or 850.469.1272
event ::: 09.08.2011
LIGHTING THE WAY: Office Lighting 101
Office Lighting 101 is an educational presentation on improving lighting performance in your office while reducing energy costs.
Participants will learn lighting basics and the importance of proper lighting within a work space, the impact of lighting schemes on user health and performance, current challenges in office lighting, and task lighting solutions that provide users with ergonomic, economic and environmental benefits.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER - Derek N. Parisi
Derek N. Parisi joined Humanscale in 2010 as Regional Lighting Manager. A graduate of Ball State University and the University of Notre Dame, Derek has spent his career first in consumer products documenting buying behaviors and more recently in office furnishings developing office spaces that serve the changing needs of next generation employees. Derek’s primary focus at Humanscale is to educate individuals on the importance of lighting in the workplace; it's ergonomic, economic, and environmental benefits. Covering 19 states in America and 5 provinces in Canada for Humanscale, he travels extensively speaking to small and large audiences taking seemingly complex technology such as lighting and comprising it simply into everyday situations. He resides in Chicago, IL with his family and is an adjunct professor at the DePaul University Business School and University of Notre Dame Chicago Executive MBA program.
WHEN
Thursday, September 8, 2011
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
WHERE
Contract Resources
30 E. Cedar Street, Ste 101
Pensacola, FL 32502
CEUs
Attendees are eligible for AIA and IDCEC (IIDA, ASID, IDC, IDEC) credits.
RSVP
Please RSVP to Maria Takkas by September 6, 2011
mtakkas@contract-resources.com or (850) 469-1272.
newsworthy :::
Thursday March 17, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE by Row Rogacki
IHMC Ocala Awarded LEED Gold Certification
~ Central Florida Research Facility Receives Top National Environmental Recognition ~
Ocala, Florida – Today, Dr. Kenneth Ford, President and CEO of the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) announced that the recently established Ocala research facility has been awarded “LEED Gold” certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. The nationally-prized LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) award program was developed by the Council to provide building owners with a concise and value-added framework for implementing green building design, construction, operations, and maintenance. As part of their certification process, LEED program representatives assessed the IHMC facility’s design and construction with respect to energy savings, water efficiency, emissions reduction, indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and found IHMC Ocala to rise to a top Gold standard level.
“LEED Gold certification recognizes our efforts to create a healthy and productive workplace for our people, one that is less costly to operate and maintain, and has a reduced environmental footprint,” according to Dr. Kenneth Ford, CEO of IHMC. “We worked hard to earn the certification and are delighted to receive the news.”
IHMC purchased the former Ocala downtown library building in May 2008. The architectural firm of Spencer Maxwell Bullock (SMB) of Pensacola was chosen to provide the engineering and architectural planning for a complete renovation of the interior of the facility. SMB contracted with Johnson & Peoples of Ocala to collaborate in the design process that included specification that the building be renovated to meet LEED Gold certification. IHMC also utilized the services of Contract Resources (Pensacola) to promote an innovative, green, and progressive interior setting. Final construction documents were completed in early December 2008 and the project Request for Proposals was awarded to the general contractor Boran Craig Barber & Engel (BCBE) of Ft. Myers in March 2009. A major renovation of the facility ensued and, upon completion, culminated in a grand opening of IHMC Ocala on January 29th, 2010.
The renovations were purposefully done in a way that was complimentary to the downtown Ocala redevelopment plans—preserving the building’s historic ties and unique architecture, while emphasizing “Green” construction standards. Receiving this Gold certification also allows the IHMC facility to serve as a model showcase for the Ocala community.
When informed of the news, Ocala Mayor Randy Ewers was pleased. “IHMC is a welcome addition to our community, and we’re very excited that they’re here in Ocala,” said Mayor Ewers. “The LEED Gold certification is indicative of IHMC’s leadership and commitment to excellence. We’re looking forward to more great things coming from them in the future.”
While preserving its exterior architectural appearance, the interior of the former library underwent an extensive renovation to include individualized air regulators, movement sensors, skylights, other energy efficiencies, and the use of “green” materials, equipment, and furniture wherever possible. The building is ADA compliant. The green-based renovations were funded in part by a grant from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce known for promoting and supporting environmental-friendly building reuse.
“Buildings are a prime example of how human systems integrate with natural systems,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO & Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. “The IHMC Ocala project efficiently uses our natural resources and makes an immediate, positive impact on our planet, which will tremendously benefit future generations to come.”
In addition to serving as home to a cadre of permanently based researchers, the IHMC Ocala facility regularly hosts meetings whereby senior-level visitors come to Ocala to take part in scientific dialogue and inquiry. Frequent visitations to the IHMC downtown facility translate into direct spending in the local economy through increased bed nights, restaurant patronage, and retail expenditures.
Established in 2004 as a statewide not-for-profit research institute by the Florida Legislature, the IHMC is home to over 100 top scientists and researchers from across the globe collaboratively engaged in cutting-edge developments in the fields of artificial intelligence, robotics, multi-modal interfaces, human-centered computing, cyber security, machine learning and data mining, knowledge modeling, cognitive psychology, etc. IHMC has earned global recognition for excellence in research and technology. In 2007, the U.S. Department of Commerce recognized IHMC with its prestigious national award for Excellence in Technology Driven Economic Development.
The U.S. Green Building Council's LEED green building certification system is the foremost program for the design, construction and operation of green buildings. Over 32,000 projects are currently participating in the commercial and institutional LEED rating systems, comprising over 9.6 billion square feet of construction space in all 50 states and 114 countries.
For more information on IHMC, please visit our website at www.ihmc.us or contact Julie Sheppard at (850) 202-4400 or Dr. Row Rogacki, IHMC Ocala at (850) 517-9252. For more information on LEED certification, visit www.usgbc.org
02 | 24 | 2011 ::: Need a fabric refresh? Want to update your space with some ultra new fabrics? Now’s the perfect time! The Kimball Office textile portfolio has expanded!! 
With the help of world-renowned Perkins+Will Design Principals, Eva Maddox and Eileen Jones, the new possibilities are nearly endless. This collaboration provides a unique collection of sustainable designer fabric options. With attention to the design trends of today and tomorrow, you can now find eye-popping patterns and timeless classic colors. We have selected environmentally friendly and high-quality textiles from the top industry mills.
The new Vision Collection fabrics coordinate and complement Kimball Office’s wide range of wood finishes, paint, and laminate colors. Edgier designs along with timeless styles and colors complete the Kimball Office offering. Choose from various pattern sizes, solid textures, stripes, leather, faux leather, and innovative materials such as tape yarn and bamboo add to the longevity of this new collection.
08 | 20 | 2010 ::: The Silver Chair arrived at our showroom. It was featured in the latest 007 James Bond Movie Quantum of Solace. Awesome!
06|29|2009 The April issue of Contract Magazine featured a custom area rug designed by Teresa Dos Santos in collaboration with rug designer artist Alicia Keshishian. The rug was designed exclusively for one of our client's private residence in Gulf Breeze, Florida. article + photo
04|24|2009 Contract Resources celebrates Arbor Day with a tree planting event in downtown Pensacola, FL. photos
04|21|2009 Contract Resources and Kimball Office unveil the exciting new Hum products from New Zealand. photos