Tag: Urban
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Exploring Rome by Golf Cart: Sustainable Urban Planning
Cities worldwide are rethinking how they grow, move, and welcome visitors. Rome, a city with over two thousand years of history, is no exception. While its ancient monuments and timeless charm make it one of the most visited cities in the world, Rome is also adapting to modern challenges. Sustainable mobility, urban planning, and innovative…
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Project Spotlight: Squibb Park Bridge Redefines Urban Design
The Squibb Park Bridge now stands as a testament to what’s possible when Swiss engineering meets New York infrastructure demands. This vital 450-foot connection between Brooklyn Heights and Brooklyn Bridge Park serves thousands of daily visitors while delivering uncompromised safety and spectacular harbor views. Where Challenge Meets Swiss Precision The Squibb Park Bridge renovation demanded…
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Delta Scientific Debuts DSC50 “S” for Urban Protection
Delta Scientific Corporation, the global leader in high-impact vehicle barricade systems, is proud to announce the launch of its newest innovation: the DSC50 “S” Barrier, a lightweight, crash-rated security solution tailored for temporary deployment across high-traffic urban environments. Motivated by recent public safety challenges and a mounting global awareness of vehicular threats, Delta’s engineering team…
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How Professional Cleaning Supports Healthier Urban Living
Urban living has its perks—vibrant culture, walkable neighborhoods, endless options for dining and entertainment. But for all its charm, city life also comes with its own set of cleanliness and health challenges. From pollutants hanging in the air to the grime that clings to public surfaces, the urban environment can have a surprisingly negative impact…
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Columbia’s Vertical Tennis Center Tackles Urban, Climate Challenges
Building Up, Not Out: Columbia’s Vision for Resilient Urban Athletics Project Name: Philip & Cheryl Milstein Family Tennis Center – Columbia University Client: Columbia University Challenge: Create a top-level tennis training center in a unique environment – on a small footprint along the Hudson and Harlem Rivers in Manhattan. Results: A one-of-a-kind space that features…
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Building the Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project
The Natural History Museum’s new Urban Nature Project is a biodiversity project like no other. Will Mann meets the Walter Lilly team who helped bring it to life. The life-size bronze cast model of a diplodocus (Image NHM) The Natural History Museum (NHM) is one of the UK’s most visited museums – and this year…
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FAYAT Group Acquires Mecalac to Expand Urban Construction Equipment Offerings
FAYAT Group has acquired full ownership of the Mecalac Group, a manufacturer known for its range of compact construction equipment designed for urban job sites. Mecalac’s product lineup includes excavators, loaders, dumpers and backhoe loaders, with manufacturing operations in France, Germany, the UK, and Turkey. With this acquisition, Mecalac becomes part of FAYAT’s Road Equipment…
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How EarthCam Security Supports Urban Residential Projects
EarthCam has released a video interview from Bryan Shephard, Senior Project Manager at Pike Construction Services, detailing how EarthCam’s jobsite cameras and always-on Central Station Monitoring protected a major urban housing development. With EarthCam, Pike Construction: Deterred break-ins and reduced on-site incidents Responded faster to security alerts Used live and recorded footage for better decision-making…
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How EarthCam Security Supports Urban Residential Projects
EarthCam has released a video interview from Bryan Shephard, Senior Project Manager at Pike Construction Services, detailing how EarthCam’s jobsite cameras and always-on Central Station Monitoring protected a major urban housing development. With EarthCam, Pike Construction: Deterred break-ins and reduced on-site incidents Responded faster to security alerts Used live and recorded footage for better decision-making…
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Sustainable Mattresses That Support Healthier Urban Living
In today’s fast-paced urban environments, sustainability is no longer just a trend—it’s a necessity. From green buildings to energy-efficient appliances, eco-conscious choices are now shaping the way we live. But one area often overlooked in the conversation about sustainable urban living is where we spend nearly a third of our lives: our beds. Choosing the…