The new Web site for Big Ass Fans Co., Lexington, Ky., incorporates a wealth of information supporting the expertise of design and engineering associated with the company’s large fans. The site also features a more intuitive structure, providing users with easier navigation and interactive applications. Amongst its informative content, Big Ass Fans integrates entertaining and lighthearted content. Visitors can upload their own home videos in the “Genius Not at Work” section, as well give complimentary or critical feedback to the company.
BAF site serves up info and humor (July 2009)
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A retreat for America’s veterans:
the Eagles Landing barndominium
the Eagles Landing barndominium
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Building facelifts with metal composite material
Aesthetic advantages of ACM include, first and foremost, the array of finishes available: white to black and everything in between, woodgrains, patterns, and anodized...

Collaborative minds make inventive designs at Farmer Payne Architects
The metal vents were a critical component of the rebuild, as the structure destroyed by fire did not include smoke vents.

Clearing the Air with Standard
and Acoustical Smoke Vents
and Acoustical Smoke Vents
The metal vents were a critical component of the rebuild, as the structure destroyed by fire did not include smoke vents.


