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Driverless taxis are about to hit Los Angeles. How will Waymo's impact affect the city's changing streetscape?

Archinect

Waymo has already eked out footholds in Phoenix and San Francisco and will need a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand its West Coast operations into what it says is a now $2 billion market.

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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Design Iconic External Diagrid for Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank Headquarters

Architizer

Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank Headquarters is the new home for a bank that has grown from a rural credit union into a modern commercial bank. Operable windows in all office spaces and two vertical atria span the height of the tower, allowing the building to “breathe” the fresh coastal air as seasonal weather permits. .

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Parking Reform

SW Oregon Architect

In response, the Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission updated Oregon’s Transportation Planning Rules to launch the Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities (CFEC) program in July 2022. That may still include parking, but it could also be more housing, more commercial space, or more green open space.

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ZeroAvia test-flies largest airplane powered by hydrogen-electric engine to date

Deezen

ZeroAvia has test-flown a plane retrofitted with a hydrogen-electric engine According to ZeroAvia, the flight shows the British-American company is on track to run its first hydrogen-powered commercial flight by 2025, with the aim of eventually scaling up the technology to larger planes.

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Embracing the Trend: Shipping Container Homes in California

The Architecture Designs

These steel boxes, typically used for transporting goods across the globe, can be recycled and repurposed into beautiful living spaces, and can go anywhere due to their portability. The Shipping Container Home Appeal source: pinterest.com The allure of container homes lies in their affordability, versatility, and eco-friendliness.

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Why are HVAC systems the backbone of buildings?

Building and Interiors

In addition to that, HVAC also offers heating and cooling in both residential and commercial buildings. From residential buildings like houses and apartments to commercial buildings like offices and hospitals, all use an HVAC system. Why is it a must-have requirement for all residential, commercial, and industrial buildings?

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How to Choose the Best Tents For Sale

DesignRulz

Here are their main advantages: • Commercial awnings will protect you from the sun and rain, as well as from the wind. The tent is easy enough to transport from place to place. No special permits are needed to install awnings. Commercial tents are an indispensable element in the business field.

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