Dried grasses have been used throughout history as a primitive material for constructing and insulating houses. The lightweight, insulative, earth-friendly and inexpensive nature of straw, it is one of the most ideal options for green architechture.
As a former member of an ecovillage– an offgrid community built around principles of ecological sustainability– I’ve had the privilege of helping to design and construct several houses and outbuildings using strawbales as base materials. I have always been deeply intrigued by the simple, beautiful results created by strawbale construction.
You can always opt for these sustainable methods as you build your house or office. You can get in touch with construction recruitment agency for this purpose. They will help you and guide you through this process as well.
Strawbales used for construction are tighty bound “bricks” created using the dry stalks of grain crops. Because the stalk is inedible to humans and usually discarded, straw bales are very inexpensive, and are an earth-friendly building material because they utilize an organic by-product of the agricultural industry. Strawbale is one of the most popular construction materials for sustainable development projects.
Compared to other construction materials like standard brick and wood, strawbale buildings are remarkably easy to erect, and are often hand-built by people with no prior construction experience. I have witnessed a group of five people construct a load-bearing, single-room strawbale house in as little as a week.
The simplest form of strawbale building is the classic load-bearing structure, also called “Nebraska Style” by fans of strawbale construction. Load-bearing strawbale houses are as easy as 1-2-3 to assemble. A basic foundation is laid using rubble, cement, or compacted earth. Iron rebars are laid to secure the foundation, and rectangular strawbales are laid like bricks to create thick, insulative walls. Finally, a roof is placed on the building–the most difficult part–and the walls are plastered with stucco, lime, or cob mixture.
More complex strawbale houses sometimes require timberframing, which is the process of using wooden posts and beams to reinforce the structure. Timberframe strawbale houses are easier to roof, have a reputation for lasting longer, and make it easier to install features like lofts and upper floors. Post-and-beam style is the most common method I have seen used for structurally reinforcing a strawbale building.
Completed strawbale buildings are extremely well-insulated. The thick walls of a strawbale home or outbuilding heat and cool efficiently owing to their denrse thermal mass. Strawbale houses stay delightfully cool in summer and surprisingly warm in winter. This has an additional ecological benefit because it allows for a significant reduction in energy to heat and cool.
The only difficulty that I have experienced regarding strawbale construction is the potential for mold and pest infestations during the time of construction. After the building is completed, the bales can not be accessed by mold or pests, but they remain vulnerable to these complications if bales are left uncovered for extended periods during the construction process itself.
Strawbale construction is quickly gaining in popularity as consumers strive for more sustainable forms of development. If you are interested in learning more about strawbale construction and other techniques for green design, visit your local library or contact a green activist organization in your area.


I am Anuj Pawar completed my MTech in Construction Management and pursuing my PhD in Geotechnical Engineering. I have teaching experience of 6 years. since from last 2 years I am teaching on online mode also. I have good command on Geotechnical Engineering, Environment Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, these subjects I am teaching from last 6 years to Diploma and Degree Students of civil Engineering. I also teach GATE for Civil Engineering.
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The global construction aggregates market is tipped to be valued at over US$565.8 billion by the end of 2026, according to a new report by Persistence Market Research (PMR). Pic - Metso
The global construction aggregates market is tipped to be valued at over US$565.8 billion by the end of 2026, according to a new report by Persistence Market Research (PMR). Over the period 2018-2026, PMR, a leading U.S.-based global business market research consultancy, expects the market to see a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%.
Exploding industrialisation and urbanisation will continue to create high-demand prospects in China, the rest of Asia Pacific, and rapidly thriving economies in South-East Asia. PMR says China will however remain the global leader throughout the forecast period, 2018-2026. Furthermore, developing regions such as the Middle East & Africa and Latin America will reportedly represent low-volume high-growth markets, owing to rapid growth of the construction industry and increasing numbers of organisational tie-ups.
Among product types, the PMR report says that crushed stone is estimated to hold a significantly large share of the total market revenue, owing to exponential infrastructure development. Sand is also one of the key product types; however, PMR says manufactured sand will gradually replace natural sand over the assessment period.
Some of the leading players in the global construction aggregates market are said by the PMR report to include HeidelbergCement, Martin Marietta Materials, LSR Group, LafargeHolcim, CEMEX, Vulcan Materials Company, CRH, Eurocement Group, and Adelaide Brighton.
The new PMR report also forecasts that aggregates recycling will potentially gain in popularity. It states: “Growing demand for recycled construction aggregates is expected to efficiently conserve diminishing resources of urban aggregates, and effectively help local governments meet production targets.”


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Like any home, our building requires regular maintenance and updates to stay efficient and in good working order. We are in the process of developing long-term maintenance plans, however, at this time we must undertake repairs to sections of our roof, electrical, and fixture updates, as well as continue to replace the flooring on the main level and stairs.
Consideration is also being given to updating our heating and cooling systems to make them more efficient and cost-effective.


PanARMENIAN.Net - The bridge that was built 300 meters above ground to attract more tourists to the canyon replaced a terrifying wooden one. 11 engineers working 12 hours a day converted it to glass. Previously, you were considered brave if you steeled yourself to cross the wooden walkway; now, with its glass bottom, the bridge is already being referred to as “hero bridge.”
Steel beams support the structural glass plates, which Tel Aviv-based Dotan used to make the bridge as "invisible".
Glass bridges in China have been a popular craze for the daring photo opportunities they provide. Events like mass yoga displays and even weddings have been staged on several such bridges. One couple celebrated their special day by dangling in mid-air from a bridge in Pingjiang, also located in Hunan province.
Before the opening, officials have staged high-profile events to try and reassure the public of the bridge's safety. They sent in sledgehammers and even drove a car, filled with passengers, across the bridge.
"The Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge was designed to be as invisible as possible – a white bridge disappearing into the clouds," Dotan was quoted as saying by Dezeen.com. "As the designer of this bridge located in an incredible and magical national park, I believe in nature, harmony, balance and beauty. Nature is beautiful as is. One wants to make the least impact upon it."
The bridge rests on the edge of two cliffs and is suspended 300 meters above the ground by stay cables. Wavy slatted handrails line edges of the glazed walkway, which narrows towards the center of the canyon to create an exaggerated perspective.
The bridge is capable of holding up to 800 people at any one time and has already been used as the launch point for the world's highest bungee jump, said the architect.
There were plans for the bridge to include three swings and a bungee jump. In addition to being a destination for tourists and thrill-seekers, there was talk of the bridge serving as a runway for fashion shows.
"It will create an experience of being in pure nature while suspended in mid-air, between heaven and earth, like a bird with its wings open wide," said the architect. "I called it Bridge of Courageous Hearts."
However, the record-breaking glass bridge was shut down after being open for just 13 days, being unable to stand up to all the hype with scores of tourists traversing the span. Officials at Zhangjiajie said bridge had 10 times the amount of its load capacity of only 8,000 people per day.
“We’re overwhelmed by the volume of visitors,” a spokesman was quoted as saying in media reports. According to China’s state-run news service Xinhua, the bridge had to undergo an “internal system upgrade”, to update “software and hardware” related to managing visitors.
Officials were also quick to point out that there is no significant damage to the bridge.
Disappointed tourists took to social media to vent their frustrations.
“I’m on the train right now. I can’t change my travel plans or get a refund. You have made the world lose hope. I see you are the world’s number one cheat,” one upset user wrote.
“I have booked everything and now you are saying you are closed ... Are you kidding me?” said another.
The maintenance didn’t last long and the bridge reopened on September 30 after subsequent safety tests. The management committee installed a monitoring system to help control the number of people visiting the bridge, as well as prepared for a free shuttle bus service to the attraction.


A NEW funding framework has been developed by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) that will help construction firms bid for work on government projects over the next seven years.
The framework has been designed to provide industry customers and suppliers with the assurances required for long-term projects, and to make sure the Government gets value for money.
John Welch, CCS’s Deputy Director for Construction, said: “This agreement will support construction and drive industry growth.
“Its lotting structure has been designed to maximise opportunities for all sizes of company and that includes SMEs, which play a key role in UK construction.
“For example, standardised payment terms and other fair payment objectives are embedded within the framework scope. This agreement also facilitates the use of digitisation in construction and promotes the use of innovative solutions via modern methods of construction.”
The seven year-long framework is estimated to be worth £30Bn and has in built flexibility to service a range of construction and civil engineering requirements across both central government and the wider public sector.
Prompt payment initiatives and project bank accounts (PBA’s) have been incorporated into the framework to support supply chains, designed to help sustain and grow the market which is particularly useful for SMEs and specialist suppliers.
Suppliers interested in bidding for this opportunity have to register on the CCS eSourcing system. Instructions on how to access the CCS eSourcing system can be viewed along with the tender documentation by visiting the project webpage.


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The project involved placing Vaisala Road Weather Stations along the highways of Arizona, seventeen sites in all. The sites are used to collect atmospheric and road weather data to be used by highway maintenance officials to make decisions about winter impacts to roads. These weather stations are placed in very remote locations where communications and power can be extremely expensive to provide. The solution was to use a completely wireless installation that used solar for power and satellite or digital cell for communication. The Arizona climate makes solar an excellent solution with the limited cloud cover and extended daylight.


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A lock broke early Sunday on the Ohio River near Warsaw, northeast of Louisville, according to the Army Corps of Engineers.
No one was hurt, but river traffic was stopped in both directions for part of the the day, said Corps spokesman Todd Hornback.
Hornback said the Corps hoped to have the lock repaired as quickly as possible. In the meantime, a smaller auxiliary lock was in use as of Sunday night.
"It's a longer process ... but we do have the Ohio River open again," he said.


1 edition of Nottinghamshire sand & gravel subject plan found in the catalog.
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Nottinghamshire MLP – Summary of sand and gravel proposals submitted for consideration near Nottingham 1 Introduction As part of the Minerals Local Plan evidence gathering process, a call for sites exercise has been completed.
This exercise invited the minerals industry and other. Sand and gravel, which accounts for about 90 million tonnes (40%) of national aggregate production, is used primarily in the production of concrete, building and asphalting sand. Nottinghamshire is the largest producer of sand and gravel in the East Midlands.
Nottinghamshire County Council's plans to explore potential new gravel quarry sites are to go to public consultation. Councillors approved their Minerals Local Plan, a blueprint for quarrying in. further sites for sand and gravel extraction within Leicestershire.
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Comments on Plan's approach to the location of future sand and gravel quarries The issues and options analysis published in March evaluated five policy options: A.
Geographical spread across the County B. Prioritise specific areas. The danger here is that stakeholders will feel that the redrafting processes are not transparent and determined more by vested interests or political considerations than evidence. Evidence-based panning is supposed to overcome this.
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The gravel component here is normally a quartzitic, high strength material often used to manufacture concrete. This factor can give Nottinghamshire's deposits a. Drainage problems. Make a gravel well to let the rain water flow away from your basement.
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Properly conducted site characterizations are crucial to correctly determining the extent of contamination and for selecting the appropriate remediation strategy. They are conducted to understand what has previously occurred at the site, the extent of any contamination, and potential threats that still exist.
Old Union 76 LUST Site
On the Flathead Indian Reservation, Avanti conducted a site assessment to evaluate the extent of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination in the surficial, subsurface soils and groundwater onsite and surrounding the site. Avanti used data from the site investigation performed by a contractor in 2009 to refine the scope of our site assessment and advanced six soil borings, all of which were completed as monitoring wells. Based on the results of the assessment, petroleum hydrocarbons present in the soil were limited to the vicinity of the former pump islands. Avanti recommended that EPA: 1) continue to monitor the groundwater, and 2) implement and develop a pilot study program utilizing chemical oxidation as a remedial technology. EPA accepted these recommendations and the pilot ISCO event was initiated in July 2011.
Custer’s Last Camp LUST Site
Avanti performed a site assessment on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation in 2008. Three additional monitoring wells were installed, developed and sampled. Results from the site assessment indicated that petroleum hydrocarbons present in the soil were limited to the vicinity of the former pump islands. Avanti designed and performed an AS/SVE pilot study based on experience from similar sites. This resulted in the expeditious design and implementation of a full-scale AS/SVE system.


DRPA traces its roots back to 1919 when leaders from the Pennsylvania and New Jersey began planning for a bridge across the Delaware River. That bridge, now known as the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, was once the longest suspension bridge in the world. Today, more than 80 years after its opening, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge remains a key transportation artery and a regional landmark.
DRPA subsequently built the Walt Whitman, Commodore Barry and Betsy Ross bridges, PATCO, a high speed rail line that runs between Philadelphia and Lindenwold, NJ and One Port Center, an office building on the Camden Waterfront.
DRPA is self-sustaining, operating without tax support. A 16-member Board of Commissioners, eight from each state, sets policy within the terms of a congressionally approved bi-state charter. The commissioners are appointed by their respective governors, except the auditor-general and treasurer of Pennsylvania who are ex-officio members. All commissioners serve without compensation.
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DRPA's four bridges (Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Commodore Barry and Betsy Ross) provide a range of travel alternatives that few urban areas can match and all offer the E-ZPass electronic toll collection system. PATCO's trains are among the most dependable in the country, posting a 98 percent "on-time" record.
The DRPA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.


The construction industry has significantly recovered from the 2020 recession. It appears digital technology will continue to produce multiple headwinds shaping the future success of the industry. This year, construction industry professionals in the USA are poised to capture growth opportunities if they can mitigate and adapt burgeoning construction trends as core business competencies.
New Construction Materials
Materials like self-healing concrete, transparent aluminum, flexible aluminum, and biofoam contribute towards sustainability, reducing long-term environmental costs. These materials embody a lower carbon footprint, and when utilized, maximize a building’s eco-friendly credentials because they use less water and are often easier to maintain.
Despite its infancy, this technology has made it possible to build a 3D-printed home in less than 24 hours. With a market expected to hit $56.4 million this year, 3D printing has transformed from a buzzword to a technological force shaping construction future trends.
3D printing offers the following advantages:
Reduces costs: 3D printing can decrease construction waste by 60% and increase production time by 70%.
Scalable: One square meter of the wall using traditional construction methods is roughly $75, whereas 3D printing can be as little as $27.
Sustainable: Some house 3D printers use solar energy, and thus, generate lower CO2 emissions.
Design flexibility: 3D printers can easily create unique facades and curved walls for mass production.
Automation and Robotics
Automation technology construction trends in the US will continue to offer meaningful benefits allowing teams to work remotely, more productivity and more efficiently, and with greater safety with smaller groups. Remote operation, heavy lifting, and repetitive tasks are key areas where automation and technology are making headway.
With the construction industry facing increased environmental regulation and the need for cost-effective buildings, automation and robotics can improve quality and consistency. For instance, demolition robots make it safer, cheaper, and faster to demolish concrete and structural components than hiring a crew. As construction companies look to automate more tasks, the demand and integration of robotics will continue to grow.
According to consulting firm McKinsey, progressive construction companies are adopting digitalization to provide intuitive tools allowing for effective collaboration to keep projects on track and budget. Due to the pandemic, prominent construction market trends have experienced a surge in remote project management tools.
These technologies will optimize the sector’s efficiency and help address the urgent housing shortage crisis. It’s estimated that by 2025, large-scale digitization will lead to annual cost savings between 13%—21% in design, engineering, and construction phases and about 10% -17% in the operations phase. A digital transformation is no longer an option, but a critical step to ensure industry-wide sustainability.
By 2030, 15-20% of new building construction will be modular. Modularization and offsite prefabrication are recent adoption trends on the rise in the construction market. These construction technology trends enable off-site builds of consistent quality while reducing construction time by as much as 50%.
This reduces massive amounts of waste and site disruption during the building process. Investors and property developers are turning to this technology to rapidly build factories and other key installations for their businesses. It’s no wonder this year, the global modular construction market size is predicted to surpass $84.4 billion.
Year on year, the construction industry has experienced a 239% increase in drone usage. Its data collecting and aerial perspective capabilities allow safe, remote monitoring of construction sites. In particular, drone imagery, whether video or photos, can help construction companies track progress and provide real-time updates. Its visual aids also facilitate better information exchanges between construction companies and their clients.
A Declining Workforce
By 2030, the construction industry is expected to undergo a skills shortage crisis, largely due to the introduction of robotics and the decline in crew size wrought by automation. While construction industry technology trends are shaking up the labor force, it is not a complete loss, as new jobs will replace the old.
Companies that cultivate new skill sets in robotics and automation can mitigate job decline. Attracting younger workers through digital transformation, automating repetitive tasks to lower reporting burdens for on-site workers, and using better tools for intercompany collaboration can stabilize the workforce and lead to more skilled employees.
The construction industry is always subject to rapidly changing labor markets and construction cost trends that fluctuate due to supply and demand. However, long-term predictions indicate the growth of a greener and more efficient industry.
If you’re thinking of remodeling your home or building from scratch, then we can help. At Zenith Design + Build, we strive to keep abreast of all current trends in the construction industry to provide our clients with the most up-to-date building materials and technologies. Contact us to discuss your project.


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A detailed plan before starting any project is critically important for the most satisfactory result.
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During the design phase, precise architectural CAD drawings and written specifications give form to your vision, with client input and sign-off at each step. Many people find it difficult to visualize what their completed project will look like until they see the blueprints taking shape. Upon completion, these drawings not only document the owner’s wishes for contract purposes, but they provide the contractor with a clear understanding of what needs to be done. Copies are also submitted to the City of residence for building permits.
GCC Designs will serve as your project manager, supporting the general contractor and interfacing with engineers, energy consultants, and subcontractors as necessary. Although construction management services vary according to the needs of each project, in general, our team watches and guides contractors during execution of the work to ensure that everything is done as designed. We regularly update clients with progress reports, handle troubleshooting, and consult with them if larger issues arise for a smooth, timely process.
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Architecture studio RENOVA, Zagreb, company for design, supervision and construction performance, operates since 1993.
Director of the company is Jagoda Renuša, a licensed architect who employs an experienced team of architecture and construction engineers, offering architectural design and supervision of building process for new commercial, public, residential and school buildings as well as the industrial facilities. Renova also offers architectural design and supervision for adaptations and sanations of existing buildings.
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Whilst the transformation of the building has of course been designed to reflect the needs of modern living, Freelands have respected the earlier designs by retaining many of the historic features of the property, incorporating these into the new scheme wherever possible.
The exterior of the property has been gently cleaned and restored to bring out the beautiful qualities of the local sandstone. The entire roof covering of the building has been removed and replaced, using original tiles where possible, but with latest in high performance insulation having been included to increase energy performance.
Whilst hidden from street view, conservation roof lights have been cleverly added to provide additional natural light to dwellings and flood the communal knave with sunshine. Perhaps the most noticeable part of the works, is the full restoration of the spire, clad in beautiful cedar shingles and visible from miles around.
Internally, the stunning stained glass and leaded windows have been fully restored and upgraded for energy performance and security through the installation of heritage friendly secondary glazed panels. The central Nave, retained as an open communal space house the original restored font and pulpit, bathed in sunlight entering the six new roof lights sited above the restored ceiling rafters.


AUSTIN – At a Board meeting held yesterday in Austin, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) adopted the final rules for the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT). The application process for SWIFT funding is now officially open.
“Today is a historic day for the citizens of Texas and for the future of our state’s water supplies,” said TWDB Chairman Carlos Rubinstein. “SWIFT will allow the TWDB to provide financial assistance to important water projects around the state that will provide additional water supplies to urban and rural citizens alike. The projects will be diverse, from conserving and maintaining a current water supply, to innovative technology that taps into new sources of water. Each project funded by SWIFT will take us one step closer to being drought-resilient.”


Leaking water pipes and appliances can increase water consumption considerably, and in the process incur significant costs. A leaking toilet can waste up to 750 litres of water per day (ITP, 2008), compared with 30 litres per day required for five full flushes of a low-flush toilet in a guest bathroom. A dripping tap can waste up to 70 litres of water per day, and it has been estimated that in a typical large hotel, leaking taps alone can increase total water consumption by 5 % – equivalent to 15 litres per room-night (Smith et al., 2009). A survey of eight hotels in Bulgaria found that leakage accounted for between 32 % and 68 % of water consumption (EC, 2009). Kitchens are also a significant source of water consumption and leakage.
Water wasted through leakage can be detected by an effective monitoring and maintenance programme that involves the following.
Monitoring and benchmarking of water consumption is the first step to improving water use efficiency.
Record water consumption periodically (daily, weekly, monthly) to identify any irregular patterns. Check consumption during quiet times (e.g. early hours of the morning) to detect leaks.
Divide premises into zones, install sub-meters and periodically monitor water consumption.
In addition to the main accommodation zone(s), priority zones for water sub-metering include:
For more detailed auditing of water consumption and leak detection in larger premises sub-metering is required. Inexpensive mechanical water meters can be fitted at fixed positions within the distribution system and require periodic replacement. Install complete continuous monitoring system, with automatic recording of flow at all sub-meter locations.
Cost savings from reductions in hot water consumption are considerably higher than cold water. For an average food and hospitality business, the full cost of water use and disposal was found to be almost ten times higher than the supply cost alone, with 80 % attributable to heating (assuming electric heating to 60 ºC) (Smith et al., 2009).


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- GOV.UK Smart cities: background paper
- Smart city market: UK opportunities
- Press release: New initiative to support $40 billion smart cities in the UK
- Smart cities international case studies: global innovators
- EC Digital Agenda for Europe: Smart cities
"The concept is not static: there is no absolute definition of a smart city, no end point, but rather a process, or series of steps, by which cities become more “liveable” and resilient and, hence, able to respond quicker to new challenges."GOV.UK Smart cities: background paper
"A smart city uses intelligent technology to enhance our quality of life in urban environments. Cities can use the data in a variety of ways; to save money, minimise waste, measure domestic water usage and manage transport routes."
"A smart city is a place where the traditional networks and services are made more efficient with the use of digital and telecommunication technologies, for the benefit of its inhabitants and businesses."
"A Smart City is a city well performing in 6 characteristics*, built on the ‘smart’ combination of endowments and activities of self-decisive, independent and aware citizens."
* people, living, economy, mobility, environment, governance
For comparison, a definition of a sustainable community:
"Sustainable communities meet the diverse needs of existing and future residents, their children and other users, contribute to a high quality of life and provide opportunity and choice. They achieve this in ways that make effective use of natural resources, enhance the environment, promote social cohesion and inclusion and strengthen economic prosperity."
The Egan Wheel is referenced in The Cambridgeshire Quality Charter for Growth which sets out core principles of the quality for new developments across Cambridgeshire.
Challenges and opportunities
- Is a smart city a sustainable community with added technology? Or is a smart city more sustainable because of the way it uses technology/data?
- The term "smart city" is challenging depending on how a city is defined. The European Innovation Partnership broadens the term to "Smart Cities and Communities". Where data is concerned there is more than one way to define Cambridge.


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Taxis as public transit by Lyn Long Download PDF EPUB FB2
Transit: The Story of Public Transportation in the Puget Sound Region Paperback – Octo by Jim Kershner (Author)5/5(4). Get this from a library. Taxis as public transit: a bibliography. [Lyn Long; United States. Urban Mass Transportation Administration. University Research and Training Program.; University of California, Irvine.
Institute of Transportation.]. The Left favors public transit investment, for various reasons. They are good reasons, but they resonate mostly with those on the Left. The Right usually just Taxis as public transit book public transit, probably because those reasons just never worked for their beliefs.
Enter this book: From a /5(2). Get this from a library. Taxis as public transit: a bibliography: final report. [Lyn Long; University of California, Irvine. Institute of Transportation Studies.; United States. Urban Mass Transportation Administration.
University Research and Training Program.]. TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Synthesis Use of Taxis in Public Transportation for People with Disabilities and Older Adults explores and summarizes how taxis may be used by public transportation agencies to provide disabled or older adults with greater mobility and access to their destinations.
The Public Transportation Fact Book, published annually, contains national aggregate statistical data covering all aspects of the transit industry in the United States and Canada.
Major sections include an overview of U.S. transit facts, transit finances and operating statistics by modes of travel, transit vehicle characteristics and deliveries, facts and numbers relating to federal grants and the Federal Transit Act.
The argument is made that taxis play an important role in public transport provision - effectively plugging the gaps that are left by bus and train provision. The taxi should not be viewed as antagonistic to public transport, people who use taxis are in general 'public transport users' not 'car users'.
Source: American Public Transportation Association, Public Transportation Fact Book Appendix A; American Public Transportation Association, Transit Ridership Report.
Ridership was lower in than it was in in a number of major urban areas, including LosFile Size: KB. Driverless Taxis Might Replace Private Cars And Public Transit.
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According to the APTA report, Who Rides Public Transportation2, roughly one-half of transit trips are to or from work.
Another 38 percent of trips involve shopping and recreational spending in the local economy. The importance of public transit as a means of travel. If you choose to take public transit, the app will provide step-by-step navigation to your destination.
“We share many of the same goals as the cities we serve: reducing individual car ownership, expanding transportation access, and helping governments plan transportation.” -Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber CEO. Partnering with cities. Public transport (also known as public transportation, public transit, or mass transit) is a system of transport, in contrast to private transport, for passengers by group travel systems available for use by the general public, typically managed on a schedule, operated on established routes, and that charge a posted fee for each trip.
Examples of public transport include city buses. Inthe Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act (PL ) went further and required local areas receiving funds for certain programs targeted at older people, those with disabilities, and poor people to prepare a plan for coordinating public transit and human service transportation in the by: Wu said Massachusetts' legacy as the birthplace of public parks and libraries makes it a natural place to help lead the charge for free public transportation.
"Mobility really is a right," she : Abigail Hess. mass transit, public transportation systems designed to move large numbers of passengers. Mass transit refers to municipal or regional public shared transportation, such as buses, streetcars, and ferries, open to all on a nonreserved basis.
Seattle has a wide variety of transit options, whether you’re looking to travel on land or sea. While the City doesn’t run the buses or light rail trains, we do run the Streetcar System, and we work closely with other agencies to buy bus service, improve reliability, and make sure people can get where they need to go.
King County on: 5th Ave, SuiteSeattle, WA, In the book "Sustainable Transportation: Problems and Solutions" (New York: the Guilford Press, ) author William R. Black comprehensively examines the topic of sustainable transportation, first going over what the problems are and then examining possible the book provides a good overview of the challenges inherent in establishing sustainable transportation, its several.
A separate, non-profit organization called the American Public Transportation Association (or APTA) is the primary national organization which lobbies federal officials and politicians for better oversight and greater federal financial support for transit agencies in the US.
Vancouver | Free Public Transit: And Why We Don't Pay to Ride Elevators - In its fourteen chapters, this book explores the winning strategies and pitfalls of case studies ranging across Montreal, Toronto, Estonia, Greece, France, Italy, Sweden, Poland, China, Brazil and Mexico.
As much a manifesto as a guide, this explosive book, the first ever on the topic in English, is written for those who.
"The Mississippi Department of Transportation is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed and maintained in an effective, cost efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner." Business Center.
Safety & Education. HIGHWAY LANE MILES MAINTAINED. BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES. Transit systems across the country, including New York's MTA, are revving up their daily cleaning routines, but that doesn't mean everyone feels safe taking public transit Author: Kaitlyn Wylde.
Even if you've never used public transit in your hometown, these tricks can help you quickly master your transportation options in Europe's cities. You'll have the city by the tail, without having to shell out much for taxis.
Get a transit map or app. With a map, anyone can decipher the code to easy, affordable urban transportation. The American Public Transportation Association’s Fact Book shows that the average number of riders on transit buses has declined from 12 to.
Public Transit Iowa Department of Transportation Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa Phone: Fax: TTY: Answer 1 of Hi I'm planning on using a mix of public transport and taxis to get around LA.
We are sticking to the big tourist places i.e. Getty, Petersen, Hollywood, Rodeo Dr, Santa Monica, California Science Centre and Warner Bros Studio tour over a. Some experts envision the emergence of a dense microtransit mesh of public and private shuttles bringing access to sprawling public transit systems to.
Lisbon’s public transport system is extense and diverse. It features a metro network, a tram system, various funiculars, urban buses and ferries. Several cities in Massachusetts are experimenting with free public transit. Do you think that getting to and from work and school on public transportation should be a right?.
The country has a modern road network, with a great train and bus service between major cities. Taxis and Sheruts in Israel are inexpensive compared to in many Western Countries. Beyond Israel’s public transport network, there is a great availability when it comes to private transport in Israel.
The reason for the slightly irregular travel times, e.g. a.m., is that some cities have their public transit scheduled to leave the airport at regular intervals — for instance, hourly at 2.Fort Bend County currently offers shared ride bus services to the citizens of Fort Bend County.
The scheduled ride transportation service provides trips within Fort Bend County. In order to schedule or cancel a ride you may call TRIP between the hours of AM and PM, Monday through Friday and ask for the “Fort Bend County.


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We can deal directly with your design team to co-ordinate a complete envelope package and ensure that any site extras are kept to a minimum. All projects are fully detailed using the latest StruCAD and AutoCAD software.
KR Cladding Systems are based in Newburgh Aberdeenshire and work regionally and throughout the UK.
Our construction team are highly experienced which allows us to operate in a speedy and efficient manner, ensuring our clients are given a first-class, cost effective service.
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On Wednesday March 29, 2017 the 12th Street SE Bridge, (also known as the St. George Island Bridge) informally called the Zoobridge by most Calgarians, was closed permanently.
The steel-truss structure will soon be removed from where it has stood for the last 109 years, crossing the south channel of the Bow River.
In honour of this historically important structure, I have been live-tweeting the process that lead to the construction of the Zoobridge (with a small 110-year delay).
This will continue until next May and would have coincided with the original planned removal of the old structure to make way for the new bridge in 2018. However, due to safety concerns regarding the old structure, the tear-down was moved forward by a year. Nonetheless, the live-tweets shall continue as planned.
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Armature Works Then
Armature Works dates back to 1910 when the building was constructed and occupied by its first company, Tampa Electric Co.
Also known as the TECO Streetcar Warehouse, it played a significant role for the City of Tampa as the repair and storage facility for the Tampa Electric Street and Railway Company (formerly known as The Streetcar Barn). The barn was part of Tampa’s development in connecting the surrounding neighborhoods.
In 1946, the system was abandoned for more modern means of transportation, the automobile. Tampa Armature Works, a phosphate machinery manufacturer, purchased the building from TECO in 1960. Today, the Armature Works still stands and has been repurposed to it’s originality, becoming a mixed-use commercial building.
Armature Works Now
For several years, partners Chas Bruck and Adam Harden have been working to create a very special project for Tampa’s waterfront community. Over time, each piece of the 43-acre riverfront property was acquired and plans drawn to create The Heights.
At the epicenter of The Heights is the Armature Works, a 73,000 square foot mixed use commercial space consisting of multiple event spaces, the Heights Public Market, a co-shared workspace as well as multiple restaurant and bars. The inside of the Armature Works features original exposed brick walls, skylights, windows and doors. Even the wood floors have beenrepurposed from the original wood planks from the ceiling.
Armature Works is located on the Hillsborough River and is truly a destination that attracts visitors from both local and far whether travelling by boat, bike or car.


Team uses fractal geometry to build lighter structures: The first step is to create a hollow metal beam of the size desired for a given project. Next, reengineer the beam by changing its diameter and thickness such that the beam weighs as little as possible but is still able to withstand the weight or pressure it will be subjected to as a final structure. Once that is achieved, label it generation-0. The next step is to create a larger beam made out of generation-0 beams arranged using triangular subdivisions. This next beam is labeled a generation-1 beam...
...the researchers suggest that a solar sail made with a solid metal 100 meter boom (not that anyone is proposing that) could be made to be 10,000 times lighter if a generation-3 beam were used instead.
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Solid Cherry Wood deck flooring complements the horizontal lines of the solid wood trellis. The area also uses synthetic rattan in natural color and a fireplace area clad with black slate tiles. The modern rectangular fire pit design is decorated in grey slate and features a rust …
The deck flooring is constructed of concrete and Cumaru (an exotic hardwood), while the kitchen and deck's ceiling is cypress. Repurposed terrazzo pavers lead from the water to the deck, which is also made of Cumaru. The project was a collaboration among builder Corbin Moore, architect Dale Parks, and designer Magida Diouri.
9/25/2020· The deck should be below the door threshold to keep water out of the house. Measure down the thickness of the decking plus the width of the joists and support beams. This notes the top of the posts. Mark a level line at this height along the house. Mark the width of the deck on the house as well to help you position the frame later.
Browse 772 Wood Deck Designs Photos on Houzz Whether you want inspiration for planning wood deck designs photos or are building designer wood deck designs photos from scratch, Houzz has 772 pictures from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Williams Contracting, Inc. and Nau Family Construction LLC. Look through wood deck designs photos pictures in different ...
Welcome to our backyard deck ideas picture gallery. These wood deck design ideas feature a wide variety of decks of all types, shapes and sizes. An outdoor deck is a great way to maximize your home's living space and connect the indoor living area with your backyard. We hope these deck ideas...
12/9/2015· Check back soon for more deck plans. Also, check out our gallery of 68 deck designs for inspiration. 12′ x 16′ Flat Deck on the Ground (Like a Patio) Our second deck plan is a 12′ x 16′ wooden deck that is flat on the ground. It's much like a patio but built as a deck.
This will allow you to concentrate on building the deck rather than running to get the next load of materials. The framing is .40 pressure-treated wood and the decking is cedar. Manufactured stone comes in a variety of colors and styles, ranging from random fieldstone to rectangular-cut slate.
Lay out the deck perimeter using batter boards and mason's line. Start by running a mason's line parallel to the house first. Then run perpendicular lines to complete the perimeter, crossing the mason's line at the corners. Square the corners using the 3, 4,5 method.
6/2/2018· Solid Cherry Wood deck flooring complements the horizontal lines of the solid wood trellis. The area also uses synthetic rattan in natural color and a fireplace area clad with black slate tiles. The modern rectangular fire pit design is decorated in grey slate and features a rust resistant powder coated welded steel frame.
Building a composite deck will probably cost you around 1 to 3 times as much as it would if you were building your deck with cedar wood. Composite materials are also much heavier than wood and some might not span as long as wood so, depending on the size of your deck, you might have difficulty spacing the joists.
Dec 13, 2017 - Now that you've got the inspiration, these plans can help you build your deck. #lumber #diyplans #blueprints #deckbuilding . See more ideas about building a deck, deck, deck building plans.
Here are the deck railing ideas: 1. Bohemian White Deck Railing. Whether you are looking to build a new deck rail or just update the old one, by painting the beams a classy white it will brighten things up and give your deck a new fresh and clean look.
3D Deck and Fence Designs. Wood Country Building Services can help customers and contractors visualize a revamped outdoor living space with our 3D deck and fence design service. Everything can be measured and designed according to your plans. Choose size, shapes and finishes for the deck, add levels, stairs and railings. You can even add in spots for pools and hot tubs.
Another wooden pallet deck featuring multiple levels, this two-tiered design is ideal for people with a little bit of DIY building experience under their belt. You don't get step-by-step instructions, so you'll need to be able to figure out how to put it together on your own.
We've got customizable designs on deck. Browse our collection of inspiring deck plans to ignite your creativity and jumpstart the design of your ideal outdoor living space. 12 ft. x 12 ft. (Sq. Ft. 144)
3/25/2021· A deck constructed with composite decking gives you a low-maintenance outdoor space. With a variety of wood looks, you can build the deck to complement your home or create a standout space for relaxation. Take a look at the full project video or see each part of the project below.
Wood deck designs come in all shapes, sizes and styles. In this case, the wooden deck extends from the house outward to create a private retreat for the residents. The wide wood planking helps to create a platform that defines the area, setting it apart slightly from the rest of the yard. 13. Raising Decking Platforms. Photo by Urban Elements
In terms of covered deck designs, this one is definitely a winner. The chromatic combination is a delight to the eye, as the wooden deck matches the brick path in a simple, yet elegant fashion. The deck is fully covered in a pergola, decorated with hanging lights that provide coziness. The columns are a nice touch, reminiscent of Greek ...
After measuring the dimensions of the yard, center the placement of the deck using strings tied to wood stakes. Plan the Deck Dimensions. Measure and adjust the stakes until the strings form a square and level representation of the deck dimensions.
Deck Design. CAD Pro is your #1 source for deck design software; providing you with the many features needed to design your perfect deck layouts and designs! Within our deck design software you will find a large selection of deck design ideas; including deck railing designs and deck stairs designs.
Wood deck designs look the most natural, but also require the most maintenance, like staining and weatherproofing. Composite, on the other hand, is easier to care for but might not look as authentic. Plastic decking can be a less expensive alternative and removes any risk of splinters, though again, it won't provide the same look as wood if that's what you're aiming for.
There is no substitute for a good set of plans for your DIY deck project. Our plans are based on the International Residential Code to make it easy to apply for building permits from your city building inspections department. Decks.com offers a variety of deck designs and plans for every type of housing configuration. Many of the deck plans include features to make your deck unique including arbors, …
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PRÉDIOS QUE ABSORVEM POLUIÇÃO
Na Itália, na Cidade do México ou em Sheffield, na Inglaterra, materiais inovadores neutralizam ar poluído.
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Italy, Mexico City or Sheffield, England, innovative materials neutralize polluted air
Buildings that capture rainwater for reuse or shelter urban gardens are already known, but what about buildings that literally serve to filter air pollution? Because they exist. The design office Nemesi & Partners, Rome, for example, has developed a building project built with 9000 square meters of photocatalytic concrete - a type of material that absorbs nitrogen oxide and nitric oxide when exposed to sunlight. In Mexico City, the specialties Tower - home to the hospital Manuel Gea Gonzalez - has its facade surrounded by a painted structure with a compound called Prosolve370e, which also neutralizes toxic substances from the polluted air. And the University of Sheffield in England, created the first catalytic poem in the world, using as support for the mural an invented material in the university that helps purify the air - installed in the gable of one of the buildings, the wall absorbs the daily emissions 20 vehicles.
The material used in Specialties tower, in Mexico, was developed by the office Elegant Embelishments, Berlin: the ink applied on the facade is made of titanium dioxide pigment which acts as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions. When UV rays reach the structure of the building, it triggers a chemical reaction between titanium dioxide and nitrogen monoxide contained in the polluted air, neutralizing its harmful elements without changing, however, the pigment. The shape of the building facade of the structure resembles a beehive, but not for aesthetic or visual reasons: it can spread more sunlight and therefore generate more chemical reactions that will "suck" pollution.


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The LVMH Group – which boasts an exceptional, meticulously preserved architectural heritage – will operate all the buildings that comprise the Samaritaine complex.
LVMH began a major renovation project when the site was closed in 2005 for safety reasons.
In 2020, La Samaritaine is reborn to celebrate its 150th anniversary and once again welcome the public.
2005: Despite major renovation work to comply with building code requirements, the Paris Préfecture de Police ordered the closing of the store for safety reasons.
2006: A job protection plan was negotiated with employee representatives and labor organizations for redeployment of La Samaritaine’s 725 employees.
2006-2009: Cooperation with the city of Paris to modify urban planning regulations and enable the creation of a mixed-use complex that both preserves the architectural heritage of the site and ensures the long-term positive economic impact of the site.
2009: Calls for projects from architects
2010: The project submitted by the Sanaa firm was selected
December 2012: Building permits awarded
February 2013: Legal action challenging two building permits (Seine and Rivoli)
September 2015: Final administrative authorizations obtained and work begins at construction site


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High quality of weld joints is achieved by automatic submerged-arc welding. Welded plate thickness is up to 120 mm.
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"EZTM" JSC manufactures kiln bodies with diameter of 2,6 m, 3 m and 3,2 m; kiln shells with diameter of 3,6 m, 4 m, 4,5 m, 5 m, 5,6 m, 6,4 m: width of 25-90 mm and material – 09Г2С-12.
The company's managers are always glad to answer your questions, perfrom a calculation of the service costs and prepare an individual commercial offer.


Riverview Amusement Park was in operation from 1915-1978. After many, many years of stagnation, plans are under way once and for all for a master revitalization project.
"The redevelopment of Riverview Park is an exciting opportunity for investment and revitalization of the north side of Des Moines,” said Linda Westergaard, Ward 2 City Council Representative, “I'm excited that Variety has chosen to help make Riverview Park a destination by building the fully inclusive Star Playground here. The Star Playground will be a unique and wonderful feature of the renovated Park area and will create lasting memories for the next generation of kids that experience Riverview.”
Upon completion, the playground will be gifted to the City of Des Moines. Des Moines Parks and Recreation department will be responsible for maintenance and upkeep.
Donations can be sent to:
Parks Area Foundation
P.O. Box 3323
Des Moines, Iowa 50316.
As of July 2019, the coaster entry sign has been funded and approved for Phase 3.
Phases 1 and 2 are currently under construction. As part of Phase 1, the water service was installed and tested. Also in Phase 1, the concrete stage foundations and the beginning portions of the stage base will be cast. The large oval walk in Phase 2 is being graded and poured as well. Both Phase 1 and 2 contractors will continue to work over the summer months to complete both the concrete portion of the stage and the full site amenities around the park. The date for Phases 1 and 2 to be complete is November 15th, except for minor turf restoration at the close out of Phase 3.
Phase 3 will include the stage canopy and large steel arches and the now-included coaster arch sign at the east end of the bridge.


The Necessity of Structural Engineers in Building Projects
As the demand for housing has been constantly rising here in Kenya, there has been a rise of cases of buildings collapsing, latest being a case of a 6 story building in Tassia, caving in killing at least 4 and leaving dozens injured.
A quick search on the internet on “Reports of buildings collapsing in Kenya” will leave anyone with a sound mind shocked. The cases of buildings collapsing have been a common occurrence. Just a few months prior to the Residential building collapsing in Tassia, a classroom in Precious Talent Primary school collapsed killing 7 pupils and injuring many others.
According to the National Construction Authority(NCA) quarterly report of March 2019, “The collapse of buildings in Kenya remains an intractable problem, and dates back 25 years, with the first major recorded case being the collapse of Sunbeam Supermarket along Moi Avenue in Nairobi’s Central Business District in 1996, which killed 35 people. Previously, a multi-story building in Dagoretti had collapsed in 1990, killing one person and injuring a few others”.
This problem has made me ask myself, what needs to be done to change this trend? I am certain that there should be a multifaceted approach to a solution but today I would just like to focus on a single angle and that is, “The Necessity importance and role of Structural Engineers in the process and construction of a structure” The conception, design, and construction of a building is a process that involves many disciplines that are all important to the success of the project.
In any building project, the Architect is responsible for the appearance of the structure. The architect defines the form and function of a building, he/she gives it character, identity, and shape. The architect is tasked to interpret the vision of the owner. Just like in a human body, they define the flesh and muscles of the building, therefore, defining its aesthetic appeal and outlook.
The Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineers design the air conditioning, temperature, water and sanitation systems that make the structure livable and workable to the owner and users of the structure. As in the human body, they define the respiratory and digestive systems of the building.
On the other hand, the Structural Engineers have the role of ensuring that the building is deemed fit for use by its occupants over its design life. The Structural Engineers have the sole responsibility of ensuring the safety of the building against collapse under worst-case conditions. The Structural Engineer, therefore, designs the framework of the building to ensure it robustly resists all loads applied to the building. As in the human body, they design the bone structure of the building.
As illustrated above it is more than clear that all those involved in the design process of a building play a critical role not to mention the very important role played by the Interior designers who define the feel and the mood of the building.
It, therefore, goes without saying that any compromise in the soundness of a structure to resist design loads, should call for the attention of the Structural Engineer, yet little is known of the importance and role of the Structural Engineers in the design process of a building.
Many here in Kenya, in response to demand in housing especially in urban areas, are lured to investing in raising apartment buildings. However, a good percentage do not appreciate the process involved in constructing a secure and sound structure. The majority of investors in this sector only think that all they need is just an architect to do the space planning and in order to save on costs find a “foreman” in the neighborhood who has the experience to do the rest. This approach, in my opinion, has played a big role in the disasters we are currently facing as a country and many structures in our rapidly growing urban setups are ticking time bombs. It is not a matter of whether it will happen, it is a matter of when it will happen.
Going forward it is therefore key for the country to wake up to the importance of Structural Engineers to the safety of our buildings.
What is the role of a Structural Engineer?
After the Architect has finished with the initial drawings of the building, the structural engineer is supposed to come in. The Structural Engineer using the building codes relevant to their country, therefore, carries out in-depth calculations to ensure that the building will resist all that will be thrown at it.
The Structural Engineer will define all the design loads with the help of the design code. Having the loads, load cases and combinations, he/she will conduct an analysis to simulate the behavior of the structure under worst-case scenarios. The Structural Engineer then defines the materials and member sizes that would be suitable to resist the forces generated. This design is a watertight process that ensures the structural integrity of the building right from the roof framing, columns, slabs, beams, and the foundations. These members are therefore optimized to ensure that the budget is taken into account without compromising the safety and robustness of the building.
The Structural Engineer then goes ahead to produce detailed structural drawings that are then used in conjunction with the detailed drawing from the Architect and the other Engineers involved. When the Project gets to the construction stage the Structural Engineer is then involved in the inspections of the construction to ensure quality assurance and control. The Structural Engineer ensures that the building is constructed as per the standards of practice and drawings generated.
Why Structural Engineers are needed?
I would like to conclude this article by stating that the importance of Structural Engineers in any Design, Building, and Construction cannot be overemphasized. Any person should know that any building that stands upright against gravity, wind, earthquake and other forces is not simply by chance. Any bridge that enables you to cross from one point to another against all forces thrown to it is not a result of trial and error. Any dam that is used as a reservoir for water and generation of electricity is not a work of miracle. All these are facilities that we use daily and do not think of what it takes to make them functional safe and secure for use. It is time we appreciated our unsung heroes, those Structural Engineers who work behind the scenes to save our everyday lives


Clean-Burning Garbage Trucks
The city of San Antonio has a new fleet of compressed natural gas (CNG) garbage trucks.
Aided by federal and state grants, the city purchased 30 CNG-powered trucks in September 2008, says Salvador Ytuarte, district manager for the Northeast service center in San Antonio.
“We were looking to try and clean up the city,” Ytuarte says.
CNG garbage trucks cost about $32,000 more than diesel trucks, but the city saves about 70 cents per gallon in fuel costs.
City officials are awaiting results from a survey by Texas A&M University on whether the new trucks have helped improve the city’s environment.
For more information, contact San Antonio’s Solid Waste Management Department, (210) 207-6428.


Building Design & Documentation
From initial concept designs right through to construction detailing and documentation, CFBD can help.
We pride ourselves on customer service, accuracy and attention to detail. All designs and plans are fully compliant and tailored to suit your lifestyle and budget. We utilise the latest in 3D design software allowing us to produce drawings that are clear and easy to understand.
We design and document all types of projects including new homes, renovations, additions, dual occupancies, townhouses, garages, decks and many more. We take great pride in our projects and provide good communication throughout the process, Building Design is our passion and creating your dreams is our goal.
Our Building Design services include:
Preliminary Design Consultation
Detailed Site Measures and Preparation of Existing Conditions Plan
Preliminary Design Development
Planning Application Drawings
Project Specification and Schedule of Finishes


Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Back In The Day
I use real wood trim and mouldings not Melamine.
I use 2x6 lumber for exterior walls not 2x4's.
I insert fire blocks every four feet in height instead of leaving weak, unsupported studs.
I add boards to hang cabinets, toilet paper holders or curtains to every wall.
I use plywood not MDF or OSB.
But this is all because of my upbringing.
We were accustomed to seeing buildings which also functioned as Fallout Shelters.
The average age of public school buildings in America is 42 years.
But these buildings were built using rebar reinforced and concrete filled cinder blocks with a brick facade - not steel studs, foam and stucco.
Many older schools were built to withstand an expected nuclear attack.
Today, most schools could not withstand tornadoes, hurricanes or earthquakes.


Before You Dig: 811 and Miss Utility of Delmarva
One easy phone call to 811 quickly begins the process of getting underground utility lines marked. Local One Call Center personnel will then notify affected utility companies, who will send crews to mark underground lines for free.
There are multiple "Call Before You Dig" numbers established by the 62 existing One Call Centers such as "Miss Utility" in Maryland and Delaware. The national 811 number will eliminate the confusion of multiple numbers while continuing free and easy local service.
Knowing where underground utility lines are buried before each digging project begins helps to prevent injury, expense and penalties. The depth of utility lines may vary and multiple utility lines may exist in one area. Simple digging jobs can damage utility lines and can disrupt vital services to an entire neighborhood, harm those who dig and result in expensive fines and repair costs. Marked lines show those who dig the approximate location of underground lines and help prevent undesired consequences.
Those who dig are aware of "Call Before You Dig" services, but often make risky assumptions about where utility lines are buried or when they should call. 811 will let diggers know what's below when they call before they dig.
Digging activity damages a buried utility line every three minutes in the United States, and one-third of incidents are caused because a free call wasn't made to www.call811.com.
Miss Utility is a service organization that assists in locating underground cables prior to excavation work.
If you are planning any digging or excavation, please be sure to call MISS UTILITY toll free at at
Remember to call 1-800-441-8355 48 to 72 hours before you begin work. A call may be the difference between safe completion of your project and a tragedy. It may also save you the cost of repairing a damaged underground cable. Even if your electric service runs overhead, call Miss Utility: the same regulations apply to other utility services.
Learn more by visiting www.missutility.net.
Choptank Electric Cooperative, Inc., P.O. Box 430, Denton MD 21629 Toll Free: 877-892-0001


New Countrywide Stormwater Permit Adversely Affects Real Property Owners, Business, and Developers
Public Agency and Real Estate Land Use Law Update | 2/1/2010
A new countywide stormwater permit fundamentally changes development by requiring real property owners, businesses and developers to implement “low impact development” (LID). All applicable projects must capture, treat, retain and infiltrate runoff from storm events. Virtually no storm water runoff will be permitted during storm events!
Failure to comply with the numerous substantive and technical requirements will lead to both civil and criminal penalties.
Who is affected?
- If you are constructing 5000 sq. ft. or more of impervious surface, (including redevelopment of a site if 50% or more of its impervious surface is altered).
- Automotive service facilities, retail gas stations and automotive dealerships, commercial nurseries and nursery centers, parking lots, and restaurants adding 5000 sq. ft. or more.
- Expansion of parking lots of 5,000 sq. ft. or more of impervious surface or with 25 or more parking spaces.
- Streets, highways and freeways installing or constructing 10,000 sq. ft or more of impervious surface.
- Single-family homes that add or replace 10, 000 sq. ft. of impervious surface.
- All development within 200 feet or less of, or discharging directly to, environmentally sensitive areas.
Click here to review Nancy Kierstyn Schreiner’s article on this new permit and its requirements to avoid serious delays and loss of funds.
For questions regarding this new permit, call Nancy Kierstyn Schreiner or any member of the firm’s Real Estate & Land Use Group or Public Agency Law Group.


The NAMA Support Project China Integrated Waste Management (IWM NAMA) project aims to reduce GHG emissions of China’s waste sector and induce a transformational change in the way waste is handled through increasing the attractiveness of IWM and waste-to-energy solutions as financially sustainable low-carbon investment options. The supporting measures include:
- Technical support regarding optimizing the efficiency of waste treatment facilities
- Policy recommendations on upgrading an integrated waste management system
- Capacity-building on “best practices of IWM”, introduction of EPR, waste prevention/3Rs etc.
- Awareness-raising to promote waste segregation at source
Xi’an used to rely on a sanitary landfill to treat its waste, but now, as one of the 46 Key Pilot Cities for mandatory waste segregation at source, it is required to have a diversified infrastructure in place including at least a few waste-to-energy (WtE) plants and a few biogas plants for treating organic waste. It is therefore in the process of a massive readjustment of its MSW management and therefore a potent area for this pilot project. Recycling is, of course, another crucial realm of city’s activities.
The project boundary of Xi’an City covers seven urban districts (Xincheng, Beilin, Lianhu, Yanta, Baqiao, Weiyang and Chang’an). Two-levels of government are responsible for waste management in the city with Xi’an Municipal Administration Bureau being the key institution at the municipal level. It takes care for the macro-management of municipal environmental sanitation as well as guides and supervises the authorities of district-, county- and development zone-levels.


Programming, is invaluable in determining the requirements of the project: how many rooms, what function it will have, who will use it and how. It is also the time to analyze your wants, needs, likes and dislikes relative to the project budget. A survey is performed for remodel and addition projects: we take accurate field measurements in order to prepare a set of Existing Conditions Survey (ECS) documents, including floor plans and exterior building elevations as required to perform our Standard Architectural Services. We also perform a zoning review at this time.
After a zoning and building code review, the program is utilized with site data to develop rough sketches, which convey the overall design concept(s). These drawings include elevations, floor plans, and site plan. The sketches are revised and refined until a solution is developed that you agree meets your needs.
More detailed drawings are prepared to illustrate other aspects of the design. Floor Plans and Elevations are finalized. At this point, materials, trim details, finishes, fixtures, appliances, MEP systems and equipment are discussed and included in the drawings. Construction budget estimates may be based on these drawings. During this phase we are available to coordinate and facilitate the various permitting applications and processes.
These drawings and specifications are used to obtain the building permit and contractor bids and also in the construction process. They will comply with applicable codes and regulations. These documents include: a site plan, floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules for windows, doors, finish, plumbing, and electrical fixtures, a foundation plan, framing plans, and a basic lighting plan.
Assist owner in soliciting and evaluating general contracting bids. Assist the owner and contractor in obtaining the building permit.
Assist in reviewing contractor pay applications. Make periodic visits to the site to observe construction relative to compliance with construction documents. Interpret contract documents. Additional jobsite visits and/or construction phase services will be billed on a time and material basis.
Standard Services do not include revisions to the scope, quality or budget. Additional fees shall be paid for these services based on our standard hourly rates. Our Standard Services are not included in every proposal – please refer to the “Our Services” section above
- Administer Construction Contract
- Attend Hearings/Public meetings to obtain government approvals
- Construction Management
- Models & Renderings
- Detailed Casework Design
Reality Sketch is a unique in-home consultation service offered by Frank Karpowicz Architects and Picus Woodwrights for homeowners on Southern Rhode Island.
It allows you to meet with an architect and a builder who will listen to your wishlist, offer you their ideas, provide you with solutions and give you a project cost estimate.


Western Reserve performs many structural integrity inspections of buildings and foundations. Cracked, bulging or settled foundations can have several different causes and Western Reserve will recommend possible courses of action including continued monitoring, stabilization, repair or rebuilding.
Misalignment of doorways. cracking of walls and sagging of floors and ceilings can be caused by more than aging of the structure. Western Reserve will diagnose the problems and recommend a course of action.
Thinking of remodelling or relocating walls in your house or building? Western Reserve can help with determining which walls can be easily removed and which will need reinforcement or structural support before making openings or removal.
Contact Us To Learn More
If it’s for a home inspection or for structural issues and concerns, we handle it all.


Mobile sludge dewatering systemIn order to meet the requirements of customers, our company has developed Mobile Sludge Dewatering System, which can be used as a moving sludge treatment workshop.
This system is equipped with screw type sludge dewatering equipment, progressive cavity pump, polymer dispensing machine, polymer dosing pump, electronic control system, container, mobile vehicle frame and other devices. If necessary, it can also be equipped with generating unit. Technical processKey features☆ The floor space is more over 50% smaller than common equipment as the whole system is installed in one container.
☆ Lower upfront costs as no need of civil work and steel frame mill plant.
☆ Simple operation and maintenance, lower labor costs owing to automatic control system.
☆ Treating the sludge directly on site could save sludge transport costs and avoid environmental pollution caused by large amount of sludge transport.
☆ With the main feature of mobility, users can change locations or share one set of equipment in multiple places according to their needs, which is beneficial to save equipment investment.
☆ Easy installation. For normal operation, users only need to connect the inlet and outlet water pipes with the equipment directly.Application
About us Yixing Pioniere Environmental protection Equipment Co.,Ltd.
Yixing Pioniere, established in 2012, is specialized in manufacturing, developing and marketing of multi-disc sludge dewatering equipment and related wastewater treatment system. With the spirit "High Quality, Fast Service", and against strong technical force, sophisticated equipment, prompt and comprehensive service, we believe we can be your best long-term cooperator.
"Product quality is the basis of the enterprise", this is the principle Pioniere always abide by. Strict rules are set up to control and manage the material purchasing, product manufacturing, and finished product inspection.
FAQQ: Whether your company is factory or trading company?
A: Our company has its own workshop, so we can provide the best quality and the lowest price for you.
Q:What's the material of press?
A:It is SS304.
Q:What's the equipment used together with sludge dewatering machine?
A: Polymer dispensing machine, shaftless screw conveyor, sludge pump, polymer dosing pump, etc.
Q: How to choose the model?
A: For better model selection, please share the the type, volume and the solid content of the sludge with us.
Q: Whether the machine can be customized?
A: Yes.Technical ParametersPlease contact us for parameters of sludge dewatering/thickening equipment.Contact usYixing Pioniere Environmental protection Equipment Co.,Ltd.
Add: No.2, Zhuqiao Road, Zhuqiao Economic & Development Zone, Yixing City, Jiangsu Province, P.R. China.