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The Empire State Building has announced updated, interactive lesson plans for student visits to its new $165 million observatory upgrade. Photo courtesy Empire State Realty Trust The Empire State Building has announced updated, interactive lesson plans for student visits to its new $165 million observatory upgrade. Created in partnership with Bank Street College of Education, the …

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His architecture and interior design studio, specialising in net-zero buildings, stands out in a world ruled by excesses Sachin Rastogi, 38, Founding Director, Zero Energy Design Lab, New Delhi; (Yasir Iqbal) In a world ruled by excesses, Sachin Rastogi’s architecture and interior design studio ZED (Zero Energy Design) Lab, specialising in net-zero buildings, stands out. …

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ITHACA, N.Y. — It was a relatively short pre-holiday meeting for the city of Ithaca Planning and Development Board this month, but nevertheless necessary, as one plan received final approval, two more continued forward in their reviews, and a new Collegetown proposal was presented to the board and planning staff. As always, the Voice is …

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Earlier this year, Mahaffey Pickens Tucker LLP had submitted a change of conditions application on behalf of TPA Residential to propose new multi-family building designs, elevations, and materials from what was approved in 2020 on property located along McGinnis Ferry Road near the intersection of McGinnis Ferry Road and Lawrence-Suwanee Road in Gwinnett County. Sign …

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By, MIKE WARRENStaff Writer The Evans Public Library, in Vandalia, is the recipient of a significant electric bill discount thanks to a special grant program offered by Ameren—an Illinois electric company. The status of the project to build a new library facility in Vandalia is currently moving forward, as architects check to ensure the designs …

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Often finding unique and inventive ways to use Minecraft as a blackboard for creative expression, it’s clear the gaming community can be incredibly imaginative. While the title mainly features modes where the primary goal is to survive against the odds, those who are feeling a little inspired can enter the Creative mode to construct some …

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Place North West asked 16 property professionals to weigh in on what will dominate headlines in 2022. Credit: PNW 24 Dec 2021, 08:01 Julia Hatmaker 2021 was all about net zero, the changing faces of offices and the demand for industrial. Will those still be the hot topics in 2022 or will another issue dethrone …

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If you’re in the middle of a new build, then you’re probably not too fussed about getting a sustainability and energy efficiency rating for your home. But it may just be one of the most important jobs on your to-do list, especially with most states and territories having a required minimum for safety, health and …

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GUJRAT: Senior Member Board of Revenue (SMBR) Baber Hayat Tarrar says the project of computerisation of urban land record and building designs across the province is likely to be launched by the Punjab government with the collaboration the World Bank. He made the announcement while chairing an official meeting at the Punjab Land Record Authority …

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A downtown Newburgh building that one area leader called an “architectural gem” is at risk of collapsing onto Broadway, while city leaders and the property owner debate its future. Newburgh city engineer Jason Morris told the City Council Dec. 13 that inspectors determined the southeast corner of the building is “tearing away.” The Department of …

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