@ the NE corner of E. Sunset & Green Valley Parkway |
Monday, December 6, 2010
NEW TRPinc Office Location!!!
TRPinc has upgraded our offices and are now officially located in Henderson, NV! So be sure to update your fancy rolodex with our new address:
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
TRPinc Volunteers @
Habitat for Humanity
Here at TRPinc we are always looking to build something, so why not build to give back? Last month our office assisted Habitat for Humanity in building affordable housing located in North Las Vegas.
Monday, November 22, 2010
ART+TECTture _002:
D-Gates Dock Canopy
In preparation for the inevitable traveling that accompanies the Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to publish an awesome sketch from Las Vegas' very own McCarran International Airport.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
ART+TECHture_001:
Light Meter Display
To start off TRPinc's weekly series of the "ART & TECH" of architectural sketching, we've decided to combine it with one of our "product posts".
Recently, the Las Vegas Plumbers & Pipefitters Union (UA Local 525) asked TRPinc to conduct an energy & environmental study for their current Union Hall & Training Center (both of which were designed by TRPinc). This analysis involved looking closely at the current LEED® for Existing Buildings certification standards to determine if any improvements could be made. One of our goals was to not only inform, but to educate our client (in a casual & fun way) on how certain changes could have a big effect on their building. With that in mind, we created this Light Meter Display that allowed us to not only test different light bulbs for the best efficiency & wattage usage, but it also became an awesome presentation piece to show off! Here's how the process went:
Recently, the Las Vegas Plumbers & Pipefitters Union (UA Local 525) asked TRPinc to conduct an energy & environmental study for their current Union Hall & Training Center (both of which were designed by TRPinc). This analysis involved looking closely at the current LEED® for Existing Buildings certification standards to determine if any improvements could be made. One of our goals was to not only inform, but to educate our client (in a casual & fun way) on how certain changes could have a big effect on their building. With that in mind, we created this Light Meter Display that allowed us to not only test different light bulbs for the best efficiency & wattage usage, but it also became an awesome presentation piece to show off! Here's how the process went:
Concept Sketch |
Monday, November 8, 2010
ART+TECHture:::Series:::
At TRPinc., we like to keep ourselves at the forefront of technology. This helps us to create innovative design solutions tailored to the needs of our clients. However, in some aspects of our work there are no better tools for problem solving than pen and paper.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
It's a Tire...It's a Playground...No, it's a Sink!!!
Move over porcelain, tile and (our favorite) concrete, running tracks and playgrounds aren't the only thing tires are good for anymore! Introducing RUBBiSH, a "recycled rubber sink" that has been making the rounds, such as Architect Magazine's 2010 R+D Awards.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
PV Pavement: Walking on Solar Panels
Photovoltaic (PV) panels are a great source of energy, but sometimes the cost, maintenance and integration within a project can be a little daunting. How about a PV panel paving stone that not only substitutes a required building material (walking pavement), but is tough enough to actual walk on! Check this out:
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
The BEAUTY Series: A Primer For Ongoing Discussion
(click on above link for source article)
We recently read an intriguing and thought provoking article that brings questions of beauty to the forefront of our design philosophy. The article was written by Karrie Jacobs (a design instructor at Otis College of Art and Design, in Los Angeles) and published on Metropolis Magazine's website earlier this month. It speaks about the idea of beauty and its elusive definition as it pertains to urban environments. The author addresses the fact that even though there are endless discussions on the topic of beauty and of cities, there are no true discussions on the melding of the two.
As part of an ongoing dialogue, TRPinc offers these initial topics on the idea of urban/architectural beauty:
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
TRP to Support Leadership Henderson at Classic Car Show
Come out this weekend to support Leadership Henderson at the LARGEST CLASSIC CAR SHOW IN SOUTHERN NEVADA - Super Run!
.:::SERIES:::
CARON,
COMMUNITY SERVICE,
FUN STUFF,
Steve,
VW
Friday, September 17, 2010
The "Designer" Energy Saving Light Bulb
“It’s strange that the bulb, an object so synonymous with ideas, is almost entirely absent of imagination.”
Plumen Bulb Loop from Plumen on Vimeo.
Plumen Bulb Loop from Plumen on Vimeo.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
TRPinc To Be Honored @ Charity Event
Want a special SNEAK PREVIEW of the beautiful, new Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve???
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
The Official TRP INC.:::BLOG:::.
Welcome to the new & official TRP INC.:::BLOG:::.!!!
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