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#Architects from a Cornish firm have planted 400 trees to help #reforest an area of countryside near Helston. Staff from?Poynton Bradbury Wynter Cole Architects in St Ives planted 250 trees in 2023, adding to the 150 trees they planted in 2022. Three hundred trees have been planted at Farm Common near #Helston with Plant One, a community interest company that brings business, individuals, and landowners together to #planttrees. PBWC Director Chris Turner said:?“Our projects consistently demand that we think about the #sustainability of our design work and as a business, we are very conscious of our impact on the environment. We are proud to contribute to Plant One’s #reforestation efforts in Cornwall, helping to restore woodland habitats and improve the #environment for future generations.” Farm Common will hopefully develop into a small oakwood habitat over time, bringing a small copse of trees to a highly deforested area. It will also provide the landowner with a shelter belt from the wind for his wildflower meadows. The site is mostly made up of oak trees, but Field Maple, Alder, Birch, Wild Cherry, Hazel, and Crab Apple trees were also included. Additionally, Common Dogwood shrubs were planted. Rai Lewis from Plant One explained:?“Each tree species will mature at a different rate, but the dogwood shrubs, wild cherry and crab apples should mature in the next ten years. The Alder will mature faster than this, whilst the oaks could take 30 to 50 years to reach maturity. Of course, the growth rates are highly dependent on the weather.” https://lnkd.in/eUMnWA6i

**Contemporary barn conversion in Grade II listed parkland**? ? After many months of negotiation Zesta Planning Ltd are pleased to announce we have secured Full Planning Permission for a large contemporary barn conversion and the erection of?an?ancillary outbuilding within Grade II Listed Parkland and the setting of numerous Grade I Listed Buildings, at Westwood Farm, Droitwich Spa.? ? Zesta were approached to assist with the scheme mid-application to address concerns by the Conservation Officer and The Gardens Trust over the heritage impact on the nearby listed buildings and landscape harm to the listed parkland.??Objections were raised over the perceived urbanising impact of the proposal as a result ofthe?extensive glazing on the?barn?along with its large residential curtilage and domestic style landscaping. ? Working closely with?Adrian Smith, we?demonstrated that the proposal would actually enhance the local landscape and the setting of the nearby heritage assets through the demolition of the exiting dilapidated barns and significant new tree planting, helping to address the decline in the landscape resource of the parkland. Design and landscaping changes, including the fitting of sliding louvred screens to reduce the impact of glazing and a natural approach to the proposal’s landscaping scheme addressed the Council’s concerns over the proposal’s urbanising impact.???? ? The revised plans were still subject to reservations by the Conservation Officer but ultimately we managed to convince planning officers that the proposal was, on balance, a sustainable form of development which led to the granting of permission.?A fantastic result for the client after many months of negotiation.? ? #Planning #Development #Heritage #BarnConversion #Conservation

What's Happening in #Tampa / #StPete: A topic I want to bring up has to do with Adaptive Reuse of properties here in Tampa! What is adaptive reuse? Adaptive reuse, a rapidly developing trend in real estate, involves renovating existing buildings to serve new purposes, addressing the scarcity of buildable space, leveraging the prime locations of vacant structures, and meeting the growing demand for sustainability. Tampa, FL, has witnessed a surge in adaptive reuse projects over the past decade like Magdalene Center (Seth B. Forman, MD) and?the former Tibbetts Lumber yard (HP Capital Group Nick Hansen) to name a few. By repurposing existing buildings, these projects maximize space utilization and preserve architectural heritage, transforming old structures into vibrant, multi-use hubs. Not to mention that this approach also significantly reduces environmental impact by minimizing construction waste and lowering the carbon footprint associated with new builds. As a real estate nerd, its awesome seeing how repurposing abandoned buildings can stimulate local economies, create jobs, and attract new businesses and residents, while also creating dynamic, mixed-use spaces that enhance community life. I am excited to see this trend happening here in #Tampa and #StPete #Tamparealestate #StPeterealestate #cre #adaptivereuse #redevelopment #construction #architecturalheritage #realestate

We were delighted to have received the planning permission yesterday for this stunning new property within an historic walled garden in Staffordshire. The former country house has long since been demolished and the walled garden (like many others across the country) stood forgotten for generations. Its function as a place to provide produce, flowers and pleasure in a more stately setting lost to agriculture. In this case, a flock of grazing sheep. Re-imagining these spaces, the vast majority of which are located in places where development does not sit comfortably with policy, is challenging. In this case, the site is within Green Belt and set away from a village or town. It is not sustainable in the 'travel' sense. That is not to say though that development is therefore unsustainable or inappropriate. It should however be the best it can possibly be. In NPPF speak, it should raise the bar. Format Architects Ltd have created a stunning home here which better reveals and, importantly, gives a purpose to the walled garden. What was a liability to the landowner is now an asset and provides a reason for the walls to continue to have their positive impact on the landscape and to tell us the history of how it has changed over time. This has been one of the most rewarding applications we have dealt with in a long time and credit to Lichfield District Council who have tackled, and then balanced, the challenging policy and design issues superbly. ? Thanks to the wider project team, all of who played an important role. Format Architects Ltd (Architecture) SEED Arboriculture Ltd (Ecology, Arboriculture, BNG) Laura Susan Wigg-Bailey (Heritage) #architecture #design #planning #planningpermission #greenbelt #walledgarden #heritage #heritageasset #staffordshire #lichfielddistrictcouncil #lichfield

The SIXTEENTH post in my "32 days of Case Studies in Retrofitting Suburbia" project. Halfway through! Case Study II.16: Uptown Circle, Normal, IL USA There's nothing "normal" about the water-cleansing #roundabout in Normal, Illinois, and its impact on revitalization of the town. Adjacent to the train station, a large, awkward, asphalted five-way intersection was transformed into Uptown Circle, a roundabout with an innovative landscape design. The circle tames traffic, improves air and water quality, and creates a safer environment for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorized vehicles. It also creates a lively central place for people to gather, where before there had been only a surfeit of vacant land and parking lots. It quickly became a valued placemaking anchor for the new Uptown District, an area defined in a downtown renewal planning effort, led by architects and urban designers Farr Associates Architecture & Urban Design, to curtail sprawl and bring people together. ? The award-winning Uptown Circle itself was designed by Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects and engineers Clark Dietz, Inc. as a marvel of stormwater management, using tree wells, pre-existing brick storm sewers and cisterns, planted filtration bogs, and a seasonal fountain/wading pool. ? Three final landscape elements complete the composition: an outer lawn, with a mountable curb; an enclosure of trees; and a central lawn with a slight slope for casual comfortable sitting. ? The roundabout is also a key element in the larger transformative planning effort to transition normal from an auto dependent past to a multi modal mobility future, encouraging use of passenger trains and buses, bicycles, and walking, in place of driving, for many trips. ? Image: Image: A bird’s eye view of Uptown Circle. Source: Town of Normal, IL website. #RetrofittingSuburbia #urbandesign #urbandevelopment #regreening #reinhabitation #ImprovePublicHealth #AddWaterandEnergyResilience #DistruptAutomobileDependence ULI Australia Suburban Futures Ellen Dunham-Jones Mike Day of Hatch

"All landscape designs are unique to the individuals contributing to the development and creation of the space so it's important to consider how to implement a landscape layout that will fit your needs while also benefiting the health of the home, community, and local ecosystem."

Project Completion: Rebuilding My Outdoor Space This past summer, I took on a significant personal project: rebuilding my deck that had been destroyed by the derecho in Iowa four years ago. The experience was both challenging and rewarding, allowing me to apply skills I've developed over the years. Additionally, I revitalized my brick sidewalk, which I originally laid 25 years ago. After digging up and power washing the bricks, I decided to relay them with a wider layout. To achieve a cohesive look, I sourced used bricks online that closely matched the color of my original ones but, more importantly, had the same charming wear and character. In total, I used 1,344 bricks of four different sizes and a range of color variations, blending the new with the old to maintain a nostalgic feel. While there’s still some landscaping to complete, the hard work of relaying the sidewalk is finished! This project not only enhanced my outdoor space but also reinforced my commitment to sustainability and creativity. I’m excited to enjoy this new area and reflect on the journey that got me here. #HomeImprovement #Sustainability #DIY #Landscaping #ProjectManagement

An unsuprising yet inspiring dispatch from a car-free neighborhood in Arizona - It's cooler than the rest of the state - Literally and figuratively. Culdesac feels about 15 degrees colder than the city's temperature, thanks to four major (and very thoughtful) design and material elements incorporated into the development: - No-asphalt approach: Unlike most urban areas, the neighborhood was built without asphalt, a paving material that soaks up the sun's heat. - Made for the shade: The residential buildings are positioned close together to add as much sun coverage as possible to the block. - Thoughtful landscaping: More than 50% of Culdesac is open space full of plants that add shade. The community carefully selected trees that provide sun coverage, opting for palo verde - ideal for shade - over palm trees. - Strategic bright colors: Developers selected?white paint?for its buildings because, unlike darker colors, the sun's rays bounce off white surfaces, resulting in the buildings absorbing less heat. Read the full story in this unlocked article from Business Insider: https://lnkd.in/ePWRmgqR (Photo credit to Vince Dickson and Planet Forward. Aren't the buildings giving Santorini vibes?)

An unsuprising yet inspiring dispatch from a car-free neighborhood in Arizona - It's cooler than the rest of the state - Literally and figuratively. Culdesac feels about 15 degrees colder than the city's temperature, thanks to four major (and very thoughtful) design and material elements incorporated into the development: - No-asphalt approach: Unlike most urban areas, the neighborhood was built without asphalt, a paving material that soaks up the sun's heat. - Made for the shade: The residential buildings are positioned close together to add as much sun coverage as possible to the block. - Thoughtful landscaping: More than 50% of Culdesac is open space full of plants that add shade. The community carefully selected trees that provide sun coverage, opting for palo verde - ideal for shade - over palm trees. - Strategic bright colors: Developers selected?white paint?for its buildings because, unlike darker colors, the sun's rays bounce off white surfaces, resulting in the buildings absorbing less heat. Read the full story in this unlocked article from Business Insider.

?? ?? Get ready to witness the incredible transformation happening right here in Bloomington, MN! ????? In this exciting project, we kicked things off by demolishing the front yard landscape, clearing away all debris like absolute pros! ?? But that was just the beginning... We then turned our attention to the egress window, giving it a major upgrade! ??? We widened it, making it bigger and better than ever before. Oh, the possibilities that await! Next up, we tackled the Anchor retaining wall block with all our might! ???? With precision and care, we meticulously leveled the base block, ensuring it was perfectly aligned. No lopsided walls on our watch! As we stacked each row, we took the time to cut the blocks to fit flawlessly, creating a seamless masterpiece. ??? And to add that extra touch of brilliance, we clear filled behind the wall with drainage aggregate. Why? Because proper drainage is essential, and it helps to reduce any excess pressure on the wall. Genius, right? Now, we're just a stone's throw away from completing this stunning project! ?? All that's left is to cap off the retaining wall and gracefully grade the surrounding area. Picture-perfect perfection is on the horizon! Stay tuned, my friends, as we unveil the final result. ??? This is a journey you won't want to miss! Like, share, and join us in celebrating the art of landscaping done right! ???? #LandscapingGoals #BloomingtonMakeover #TransformationInProgress #LandscapingGoals #BloomingtonMN #RetainingWall #EgressWindow #MidwestProfessionalLandscape #OutdoorRenovation #HomeMakeover #LandscapeDesign #CurbAppeal #HomeImprovement #OutdoorLiving #GardenInspiration #DreamBackyard #OutdoorOasis #LandscapeInspo #LandscapingProject #TransformingSpaces #BlockWall #LandscapeConstruction #BeautifulOutdoors #LandscapingLife #HomeExterior #YardGoals #LandscapeGoals #OutdoorRenovation #LandscapingExperts #LandscapingInspiration #MidwestProfessionalLandscaping #Landscapers