Builder Radio webinar to discuss design trends

Doris Pearlman, president of Possibilities for Design, will be speaking in an upcoming webinar on Builder Radio, August 12th. The webinar, “Perfect, yet Pragmatic: Design Trends for 2009 and Beyond!” will discuss the dynamic changes in buyer’s wants, needs and desires and how economics has caused buyers to re-access and re-prioritize their aspirations. Participants will learn how to achieve their buyer’s dream lifestyle within a budget. “In these challenging economic times, revamping the process is essential. Slimmer budgets necessitate new ways of achieving well designed homes to meet the buyer’s expectations,” said Doris Pearlman.

To register, visit www.builderradio.com/CTWebinars.

Doris A. Pearlman is founder of Possibilities for Design, Inc., a nationally recognized, award winning interior design and merchandising firm based in Denver, Colo. The firm has over 30 years of experience in market driven interior design with a diverse portfolio of projects. Specialties include community clubhouses, senior’s facilities, multi-family apartment buildings, sales offices and model homes. Within the year, the firm has received two BALA Awards, a Gold Pyramid Award, and a Regional and two Silver Awards from The Nationals. The firm's philosophy is to deliver quality merchandising and design for all types of shelter. Possibilities for Design is noted for concepts that are innovative, exciting, and memorable. Ms. Pearlman and her staff continue to be outstanding members of both the design and homebuilding industry.

Open house Thursday to discuss solar project

Albiasa Corporation, a subsidiary of Spanish based Albiasa Solar, will hold an open house Thursday, July 9, from 5-7 p.m. at the Wigwam Resort, Arizona Room, to discuss its planned 200 megawatt (MW) concentrating solar power (CSP) plant in Mohave County near Kingman.

Assisted by the Arizona Department of Commerce, Albiasa's project will create up to 2,000 construction jobs and more than 100 permanent jobs for Arizonans.

The Albiasa Kingman project involves over $1 billion capital investment and, with molten salt thermal storage, will generate more than 665,000 MWh of renewable solar energy annually. It should be completed in 2013.

Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP to USinfo@albiasa.com, and to visit www.albiasasolar.com for additional information.

For more information about the Arizona Department of Commerce visit www.azcommerce.com.

For more information about The Arizona Contractors Association, Inc. visit www.azca.com.