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In an era of fast fashion and throwaway goods, Morris's craft-first philosophy isn't nostalgia — it's the blueprint.
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November 2, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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#TraModAwards2026 invites professionals & students to showcase projects connecting tradition and modernity in architecture, interiors, fashion & product design.

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#Architecture #InteriorDesign #DesignAwards #SustainableDesign
November 2, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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What if furniture were designed not just to be beautiful, but to last?

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#CircularDesign #SustainableDesign #FurnitureDesign #InteriorArchitecture
October 31, 2026 at 4:12 AM
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A Kitten's Legacy

From Aileen's curious gaze to a durable squeegee sleeve – a unique family history woven into every detail. 💧🐾✨

#WindowCleaning #SustainableDesign #FamilyHistory
November 2, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Hong Kong's $8BN #CentralYards groundscraper reimagines urban density: 400m wide, 1.6M sq ft, sky garden & Broadway-calibre theatre. A shift from 569 skyscrapers? #HongKong #SustainableDesign
November 2, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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Residents are raising concerns about flooding as an engineer claims new stormwater systems will reduce runoff in a frequently inundated area.

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Applicant says two recharge basins and underground storage will reduce runoff; neighbors remain skeptical
Applicant engineer testified the site will include two sand‑bottom recharge areas and underground storage, and argued the design reduces peak runoff; residents said the area floods frequently and pressed for robust documentation and perpetual maintenance funding (O&M manual estimated at ~$21,000/year).
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November 1, 2026 at 3:14 AM
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It's about considering how different systems work together to improve comfort, manage energy use and respond to changing #environmental conditions...

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Operable Privacy Shutters - Solinear
Operable privacy shutters provide a stylish solution that improves your space by combining enhanced privacy and security with aesthetic appeal.
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November 3, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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Good design is a social responsibility, not just decoration. Morris knew this in 1870. We're still catching up.
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October 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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The San Fernando City Council has greenlit an exciting new phase for the Pacoima Wash Connectivity Project, featuring upgraded bridges and potential drinking-water fountains, but restrooms were left off the plans due to cost concerns!

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Council approves Pacoima Wash concept design, asks staff to evaluate drinking fountain
San FernandoCity Council approved the final concept design for the Pacoima Wash Connectivity Project Phase 2 and directed staff to evaluate whether a drinking-water fountain can be added; staff said restrooms are not planned because of sewer hookup costs and vagrancy concerns and estimated a preliminary budget of about $3.354 million.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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LAUSD is transforming school grounds into green learning spaces by incorporating low-impact development strategies that not only manage stormwater but also educate students about their environment.

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LAUSD adopts low‑impact development strategies and uses green schoolyards as teaching tools
District planning director outlined how LAUSD applies LA County LID guidelines on school projects, uses bioswales and infiltration tanks, and pairs greening projects with curriculum and signage to teach students about stormwater and groundwater recharge.
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October 30, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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FYI: Bottle Abatjour Takes Upcycled Bottle Lamps to Vinitaly USA #SustainableDesign #Upcycling #EcoFriendly #WineLovers #Vinitaly
Bottle Abatjour Takes Upcycled Bottle Lamps to Vinitaly USA
The Italian company says its rechargeable shades fit empty wine or spirits bottles as it courts U.S. producers, importers and distributors
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October 26, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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Courtyards bring air circulation, natural light and temperature regulation to a building!

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October 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Redwood City is raising the bar for sustainable development by adopting new objective design standards that prioritize housing quality and environmental protection.

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Redwood City adopts objective design standards for housing and mixed-use projects
The council approved an ordinance adding objective design standards to the zoning code for residential and mixed-use projects, including bird-friendly glazing and lighting guidelines, vision-triangle rules for parking exits, and revised thresholds for community amenities and tree-planting sizes.
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October 27, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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Fenton is gearing up for a transformative update to its Downtown Master Plan, aiming to enhance the community with pedestrian-friendly designs and mixed-use developments!

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OHM kicks off update to Fenton Downtown Master Plan and design guidelines
An OHM presentation in the DDA packet launches an update to the Downtown Master Plan and Design Guidelines, framing the Oct. 27 meeting as the project’s start and listing objectives such as parking improvements, mixed-use infill and codified streetscape guidance.
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October 27, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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The committee has taken a bold step towards sustainability by approving test wells for a geothermal heat-pump system at the new fire station, paving the way for a greener future!

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#OrleansBarnstableCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #SustainableDesign #EnergyEfficiency #OrleansFireStation
Design team recommends geothermal; committee authorizes test wells
Project staff recommended proceeding with a ground-source (geothermal) heat-pump system and conducting test wells; the committee voted to authorize planning and testing, with one member recorded as abstaining. The decision directs engineers to advance design pending test-well results.
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October 27, 2026 at 10:11 AM
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Roseville's City Council just approved a $62.1 million plan for a state-of-the-art Maintenance & Operations Center, paving the way for a major civic transformation!

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Council authorizes bids for new Maintenance & Operations Center; preliminary cost estimated about $62.1M
Council authorized staff to send MOC plans to bid after receiving a final design update. Consultants presented a 90% construction‑document estimate with a hard construction subtotal of roughly $55.7M and a total project estimate near $62.1M; bids are expected in late November with award recommended in mid‑December.
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October 27, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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A new era begins in Elgin as SD U-46 breaks ground on its first elementary school in over 20 years, set to open in fall 2028, featuring state-of-the-art design and a nod to local history.

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SD U-46 breaks ground on new Elgin elementary school after $179 million bond
SD U-46 officials held a groundbreaking for a new Elgin elementary school — the district's first in the city in more than 20 years — funded in part by a $179,000,000 bond approved in 2023. The school will replace an 1887 building and aims to open for fall 2028.
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October 27, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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Behind the scenes in our fashion atelier!
Swipe through the photos to see our fashion students hard at work, transforming discarded clothing into completely upcycled, one-of-a-kind bags to be sold to support the fight against cancer.
#FashionAtelier #UpcycledFashion #SustainableDesign
October 23, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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A bold new vision for Meadow Lane, dubbed "Bellmere Crossing," could transform the area with mixed-use development featuring homes, greenhouses, and scenic walking paths!

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#BerlinCapitolPlanningRegion #CT #CitizenPortal #UrbanDevelopment #BerlinOpenSpace #SustainableDesign
Design-district rezoning proposed for Meadow Lane 'Bellmere Crossing' concept
A developer's concept called Bellmere Crossing proposes a plan-design district and zone change for a large Meadow Lane parcel; the proposal includes multi-phase housing, greenhouses and public open space, and will face a Planning & Zoning hearing in November.
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October 25, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Exciting changes are coming to John Knox Village with a new plan for two stunning towers that will add 128 modern apartment units and a beautiful lakeside boardwalk!

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#SummitJacksonCounty #MO #CitizenPortal #SeniorHousing #SustainableDesign #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityAmenities
Planning Commission recommends John Knox Village tower project, including 128 units and lakeside boardwalk
John Knox Village presented a plan to replace aging units with two stepped towers totaling 128 units, new amenities and a lakeside boardwalk; staff supported the plan and the commission recommended approval and will forward it to City Council.
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October 25, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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Green aesthetics mean nothing without genuine systems efficiency. Learn how to distinguish authentic biophilic UX architecture from digital greenwashing:

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Biophilic UX Architecture vs Greenwashing: Amazing True Digital Habitats - Silphium Design LLC
Is your platform an active ecosystem or a shallow facade? Unmask the main metrics of true biophilic UX architecture vs greenwashing.
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October 23, 2026 at 9:57 PM
williammorrisartshop.com
The slow design movement, the maker economy, the craft revival — Morris predicted all of it in the 1860s. He just called it common sense.
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October 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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San Marcos Council is reimagining the Riverfront with innovative designs aimed at balancing parking, accessibility, and flood protection, but will they get it right?

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#SanMarcosCityHaysCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #SanMarcosParks #CommunityAccess #SustainableDesign #PublicSafety
Council seeks tradeoffs on parking, circulation and amenities in Riverfront plan
Council members debated parking distribution, ADA counts, roundabout/driveway placement and restroom strategy for the Riverfront concepts; staff said design-level choices will aim to reduce impervious cover and protect floodplain areas.
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October 24, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Every product has a life after purchase. Repair, reuse, and recycling are changing how businesses think about design. Students at Galgotias University can explore the growing circular economy.
#CircularEconomy #SustainableDesign
October 22, 2026 at 3:23 AM
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Trammell Crow's ambitious Maple Multifamily project is making waves with plans for green spaces and solar-ready roofs, but concerns over traffic and bridge impacts have the board calling for further studies.

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#QuincyCityNorfolkCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #SustainableDesign
Trammell Crow presents revised plan for large Newport Avenue Extension development; board requests supplemental traffic study
Trammell Crow updated the board on a multi‑building residential proposal near the MBTA; neighbors and a state representative pressed for a supplemental traffic study focused on the Neponset/Ponce Bridge and staff asked for a one‑month continuance to review recent materials.
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October 21, 2026 at 6:13 AM