Showroom Tour: Robin Reigi Inc. in New York City

New York City-based designers and architects with an interest in materials have most likely paid a visit to the Robin Reigi Inc. showroom in New York City at some point since it first opened in 1998. Run by the eponymous Robin Reigi and partner Jennifer Daly, Robin Reigi Inc. specializes in the sourcing, development, marketing, and sales of… Continue reading Showroom Tour: Robin Reigi Inc. in New York City

Denim by TorZo Surfaces

Recycled denim scraps have previously found new life as insulation, but the fabric has now been transformed into a durable architectural finish. To turn your Levis into panels, TorZo Surfaces takes a base construction of 80% post-industrial recycled denim fabric scraps and infuses it with a nontoxic acrylic resin. Penetrating completely through the raw Denim board, the infusion… Continue reading Denim by TorZo Surfaces

The 4 Best Things About Greenbuild 2014

Greenbuild made its first visit to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center last week in New Orleans.  © Rita Catinella Orrell 1. The Weather New Orleans is quite comfortable in late October. You can walk around the city without breaking a sweat and don't need to seek air conditioned shelter every five minutes in order to… Continue reading The 4 Best Things About Greenbuild 2014