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A conversation with Quang Truong: carbon fiber, zoning, and architecture's slow evolution

Portland Architecture

And that's before he wrote the world's first book about composite materials in architecture, became a Portland State University professor, and founded a software company to visualize complex zoning codes. Recently I talked with Truong to learn more about all these things: composite materials, zoning, education, mass timber.

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LCC Health Professions Building

SW Oregon Architect

Lane County voters passed a general obligation bond in May 2020 to fund the project, as well as assortment of campus-wide improvements addressing classroom needs, safety and accessibility deficiencies, workforce retraining, and Career Technical Education. While more challenging to work with than the others, Site N.3

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: O

SW Oregon Architect

Because it was an unreservedly plain and straightforward design strapped by a miserly budget, BOORA chose to rely upon the superficial application of a distinctive exterior color scheme to provide Olive Plaza with visual interest.

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The Connector by Gruppa Studio & Anagram A-U wins competitiion for reconstruction of the Town Hall in P?erov

aasarchitecture

The ground floor is the most public zone of the proposal and accommodates the majority of the meeting spaces between citizens and administration officers. The lobby works as a waiting zone for the office space and accommodates secondary facilities like restrooms and kitchenettes for the employees. Location: P?erov,

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JAM Headquarters by Aranchii Architects

aasarchitecture

An atrium, as an extension of the main entrance to the building, adds to the internal space and visual connection between floors. The landscaped area will be equipped with soft evening lighting accentuating the zones. The building’s roof will utilize green roof technologies.

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Red Dunes Playtopia features "cave-like" play spaces and undulating hills

Deezen

This reduces the amount of earthwork volume used, reducing the weight of the load, and ensuring safety and stability." To balance the overall colour scheme and avoid excessive dominance of red tones, we also incorporated complementary blue hues to enhance contrast and visual interest."

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How to Operate a Skid Steer Bobcat: Master Control!

Architecture Ideas

Ensure safety measures are in place before operating the equipment. The Bobcat is versatile, serving various construction, landscaping, and agricultural needs, but mastery of its operation is crucial for efficiency and safety. Safety First Safety is crucial with heavy equipment like the Bobcat.

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