?? Innovative Urban Design Alert: Raleigh’s Peanut-Shaped Roundabout ?? Raleigh is setting a new standard in urban planning with the $20 million Lake Wheeler Road Improvement Project, introducing an innovative feature that’s not just a traffic solution but a conversation starter: a peanut-shaped roundabout. This unique design is part of the city’s ambitious Complete Streets strategy, aiming to enhance safety, accessibility, and connectivity from South Saunders Street to Maywood Avenue, near the vibrant areas of Dorothea Dix Park and the State Farmers Market. Why a Peanut-Shaped Roundabout? ? Improved Traffic Flow: This design slows down vehicles, allowing for safer pedestrian crossings and smoother transitions between different modes of transportation. ? Aesthetic Appeal: Beyond functionality, the unusual shape adds a distinctive aesthetic to the urban landscape. ? Safety Enhancements: Designed with raised intersections and dedicated bike paths, it prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety in a busy part of town. ? Environmental Benefits: Accompanied by stormwater facilities and green spaces, it contributes to Raleigh’s sustainability goals. What are your thoughts on integrating such innovative designs into urban infrastructure? How do you see this impacting Raleigh’s development and community life? Share your insights, experiences with similar projects, or any questions you might have about the future of urban planning in Raleigh. Let’s get the conversation going! #InnovationInUrbanPlanning #RaleighNC #PeanutRoundabout #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEngagement https://lnkd.in/eA6B564j
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The site of the 2023 Residential Street Reconstruction Program with the City of Leawood, Kansas posed a number of design challenges. Learn how we minimized impacts to homes, tackled varying street width, and fixed cross slopes here: https://loom.ly/XtAlTS0
Aging Leawood Neighborhood Poses Unique Design Challenges - Affinis
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If you hated the renovation and reconstuction of the North Ave bridge at the river, just wait for the Chicago Ave bridge! This location is going to change dramatically in the next 1-2 years with the multiple developments about to break ground. -Bally's Casino is going to go up on the west side of the river as well as 4 mid-rises and a river walk and boat slip. -Onni Group is building on the old Greyhound Bus Station site at 901 N Halsted. Split into four phases, the proposal will produce up to 2,650 residential units, office space, retail space, and a hotel. 1,470 parking spaces will be located on site, but mostly underground. 20 percent of the units will be designated as affordable and be located onsite, interspersed between buildings and unit types. South of the Chicago Ave bridge, between Ohio & Chicago Ave and Halsted St and the river are 4-5 proposed high-rises. These projects have not been approved yet. #patrickobriendreamtown #patrickobrienrealtor #chicagoilpropertiesforsale #chicagodevelopments #onnigroup #ballyscasino #ballyscasinochicago #realestateexpert #chicago #chicagoskyline https://lnkd.in/gZw-fJne
Details And Timeline Revealed For Chicago Avenue And Halsted Street Reconstruction
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Part 2: The Challenges of a Towering Legacy The Empire State Building, a beacon of human achievement since 1931, stood as a testament to human ambition. Yet, when it came to a mechanical retrofit project, this very grandeur presented a unique set of obstacles. The sheer size of the building was daunting. Encompassing 102 floors and over 2.7 million square feet, retrofitting every system seemed like an insurmountable logistical and financial challenge. But the challenges didn't stop there. The Empire State Building wasn't just any office building; it was a landmark, a symbol etched in the city's history. The team had to tread carefully, ensuring that any upgrades respected the building's historical integrity. This meant striking a delicate balance between implementing cutting-edge technologies and preserving the essence of this architectural marvel. Further complicating matters was the ongoing occupancy of the building. Tenants bustled about their daily routines, oblivious to the potential disruption a retrofit project could cause. The team had to devise a meticulous plan, minimizing the impact on daily business activities. These interwoven challenges demanded ingenuity. The team needed creative solutions that could not only deliver significant energy savings but also ensure the continued legacy and smooth operation of this iconic structure. #EmpireStateBuilding #RetrofitRevolution #SustainableLandmark #GreenRenovation #EngineeringIngenuity #BuildingEfficiency #PreservingHistory #NYC #SustainabilityGoals #FutureofWork #BuiltEnvironment #Innovation #TenantComfort #EnergySavings #MechanicalRetrofit #ArchitecturalMarvel
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10 World Trade rises from a tight urban site that's already developed on all sides. How does the design respect and respond to its context? In this episode of #sasakibuilds, Meredith McCarthy talks us through the design decisions that: ?? break down the mass of the 600,000-sf building ?? create an expansive public realm in a dense urban area ?? smooth the boundary between building and landscape Boston Global Investors Suffolk Construction
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Food for thought Friday: Boston's Construction Industry ??♀? ?? Boston, Massachusetts, a city with a storied past, is now a hub of modern construction innovation. From its colonial beginnings to today's bustling skyline, construction has been central to Boston's evolution. ?? Boston's construction scene is vibrant, with projects ranging from towering skyscrapers to innovative mixed-use developments. The real estate market remains robust, driving demand for residential and commercial spaces across the city. ?? Boston's construction industry leads in innovation and sustainability, integrating green building practices and cutting-edge technology. Sustainable design elements and advanced construction techniques are reshaping the urban landscape, enhancing both environmental impact and quality of life. ?? Challenges such as labour shortages and rising costs persist, but initiatives promoting collaboration and streamlining processes offer opportunities for growth. With a focus on infrastructure investment, affordable housing, and climate resilience, the industry can continue driving Boston's progress. ?? Boston's construction industry is poised for a bright future, guided by its commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. As the city evolves, construction will remain integral, shaping Boston's skyline and economic prosperity for years to come. #boston #massachusetts #construction #constructionindustry
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Eastern Suburbs: Skyward Bound, Community Grounded An ambitious rezoning proposal on New South Head Road aimed at redefining the amalgamted site's architectural and social landscape is in the final stages of planning, with gateway determination issued mid-2023. The site's new planning framework will facilitate a transformative mixed-use development that is visionary in scope and grounded in community benefits. In particular, the site's building height and FSR have improved to 46 metres (from 14.5 metres) and 5:1 (from 1.5:1). The existing streetscape of New South Head Road features inconsistent typologies, fragmented built scales and low pedestrian amenities. Development of the sites will provide a much-needed opportunity to enhance the consistency of built form along the northern side of New South Head Road, as well as benefit the streetscape. Find out where the project is by subscribing today to our weekly development journal here: https://lnkd.in/gzNEX4k5
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????? At CONNEST, every crane lift is the heartbeat of future neighborhoods. Our modular homes, captured here in their journey skywards, symbolize the rapid transformation of landscapes into thriving communities. What this image represents: Speed and Precision: Our modular construction process ensures that communities come together faster without sacrificing quality. Innovation at Work: Leveraging advanced technology and design, we're able to assemble homes efficiently, paving the way for modern living spaces. Building Futures: Each module is a building block of someone's future home, where countless memories will unfold. ???? As we watch our modular homes ascend, we're reminded of our mission to build sustainable, affordable, and beautiful communities three times faster. This is more than construction; it's the creation of spaces where life happens, connections are made, and dreams are nurtured. Join us in witnessing the evolution of housing, one module at a time. #ConnestModular #AssemblingCommunities #ModularHomes #affordablehousing #moularconstruction
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?? Revitalizing Downtown Pittsburgh: 7 "Shovel-Ready" Projects Announced ?? Gov. Josh Shapiro, alongside local leaders, has launched a transformative $600M plan to revitalize downtown Pittsburgh with seven ready-to-go projects. Here’s what to expect: ?? Economic Impact: These projects will create 3,500 construction jobs, with all projects targeted for completion by 2028. ?? Funding Breakdown: The state will invest $62.6 million, paired with $22.1 million from Pittsburgh’s Urban Redevelopment Authority and $40+ million from private sector leaders, generating $376.9 million in private investment. ?? New Developments: The plan includes a mix of conversions and a new tower, focusing on interior build-outs to repurpose underutilized spaces into residential and public spaces. ?? Supporting Growth: Rising construction costs and high interest rates have previously stalled downtown projects, but this initiative aims to overcome those barriers. ?? Collaboration at its Best: This revitalization is a united effort supported by Gov. Shapiro, Mayor Ed Gainey, County Executive Sara Innamorato, and Pittsburgh's foundations and corporate leaders. Together, these projects mark a new chapter for Pittsburgh’s growth and community space development. #Colliers #Pittsburgh #MoreIn24 #ThriveIn25 #ClosersCoffee #ColliersCapitalMarkets https://lnkd.in/eaZWmee8
Here's more details about the 7 "shovel-ready" projects in downtown's $600M plan (slideshow) - Pittsburgh Business Times
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Earlier this morning I simply reposted this video. However given a little time for contemplation, I will say it's great that in #Gloucester, this affordable housing project is on the brink of full completion. ?? This development at Northgate Street boasts a forward-thinking approach to #environmentalstewardship. A great feature is its #greenroof, integrated into the #design to serve as a #sustainable drainage solution, mitigating runoff and enhancing #biodiversity for the intercity setting. ???? Additionally, residents will enjoy the convenience of cleverly designed #bike storage facilities, promoting #ecofriendly #transportation alternatives. ??♀? The project contains measures to make sure it's well #insulated, a crucial measure in combating #fuelpoverty and reducing #energy consumption. ?? This project represents a beacon of hope, exemplifying how #affordablehousing and homes can harmoniously blend sustainability, functionality, and #community well-being.
Northgate Street in #Gloucester represents an exciting new affordable housing solution for Gloucester City Homes. The building features: ???a green roof for a sustainable drainage solution in a city-centre location, ???clever bike storage facilities for residents, ???carefully designed to make full use of the site; and ???highly insulated, helping reduce fuel poverty. Keep watching our video on this amazing project to learn more! #housing #affordablehousing #architecture #design Richard Fellows | Chloe Searle | Aqua Construction Limited | Black Box Planning
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If you are wondering about the process of DC's 11th Street Bridge Park project, the final designs have been released. Read this UrbanTurf article to learn more about the updates of the project. #DCDevelopment #DMVDesign
A Look At The Final Designs For DC's 11th Street Bridge Park
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