Aug 16, 2024
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Concrete battery developed by MIT and Harvard researchers makes headlines again for its promising potential in powering devices: ‘At first I didn’t believe it’ Fascinating research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology that turns concrete into batteries is continuing to make headlines. The most recent news, reported by the BBC, shows the tech powering a […]
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Jul 10, 2024
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With the earth’s population continuing to soar, buildings have been growing higher and higher. Dense cities are dotted with cranes constructing new, magnificent skyscrapers. What if the future of cities is not further up toward the sky, but deep down in the ocean? Humans have explored underwater construction for many years, and construction techniques already […]
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Jul 10, 2024
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A Larchmont Village home and ADU of Danielle Rago and Darren Hochberg, who commissioned the Los Angeles Design Group to design them a family compound. A new law allows property owners to build and sell ADUs like condos. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times) Accessory dwelling units, also referred to as ADUs and “granny flats,” […]
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Jun 18, 2024
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Key Points Gordon Pointe is a roughly 9-acre compound in Naples, Florida, in an affluent enclave called Port Royal. The mega-listing includes a main house that spans about 11,500 square feet on a private peninsula. The listing is already drawing significant interest, according to a co-listing agent, despite what may be a high asking price. […]
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Jun 14, 2024
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From the Earth’s deepest pool to the tallest outdoor one, there are multiple record holders on this list Here’s a question: Are the coolest pools the ones that offer the best respite on days when you feel that you’re about to overheat, or the ones that make the best use of creative and […]
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Jun 07, 2024
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Learn more about how designers and builders are intelligently incorporating color and textures into today’s kitchens. For years, all-white kitchens have been the overwhelming favorite among homeowners, but in 2024, color is coming back in a big way to the heart of the home. The trend is gaining momentum as homeowners seek ways to express […]
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May 30, 2024
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The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing being built outside Los Angeles will be completed by early 2026, providing a safe and sustainable passage for mountain lions and other animals over Highway 101. Caltrans bid out the majority of the construction work and after a competitive process selected C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. to build the crossing. Ahead […]
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May 23, 2024
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Putting together a winning bid proposal, or even a competitive one, takes knowledge and skill. It’s a bit more complicated than just putting some numbers together and hoping for the best. Good bid preparation requires a lot of time and effort and involves everything from reading and fully understanding the plans and specifications to accurately […]
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May 16, 2024
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The privately led Brightline West high-speed passenger rail line will slash travel times between Sin City and the Los Angeles area. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg speaks at the Brightline West groundbreaking in Las Vegas on April 22. Courtesy of Brightline West Brief: Construction has begun on the $12 billion Brightline West high-speed passenger rail […]
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May 09, 2024
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From a $2 billion Los Angeles arena to the first venue built specifically for a women’s team, these are the major professional North American arenas scheduled to score openings this year. A rendering of the $117-million CPKC Stadium, future home of the Kansas City Current under construction from J.E. Dunn and women-owned Monarch Build. Courtesy […]
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