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Ben Yahr
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Sound off on Copenhagen!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ben Yahr Dec 18, 2009. 18 Replies 0 Likes
More work ahead?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ben Yahr Oct 21, 2009. 17 Replies 0 Likes
2010 Success Stories
Started this discussion. Last reply by Danielle Hélène Jan 18, 2011. 13 Replies 0 Likes
The dude abides.
Profile Information
- I am a...
- Landscape Architect, Project Manager
- University
- B.S. L.A.- UW-Madison, 2005 Certificate- Environmental Studies- UW-Madison, 2005
- Current Employment:
- Baird & Associates
- Firm Website:
- http://www.baird.com
- Favorite Designers
- Nature. Stewardship. The land ethic. Preservation vs. conservation. Etc...
- Other Crafts/ Interests
- Camping, paddling, snowboarding, kiteboarding, radio controlled airplanes.
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Ben Yahr replied to Craig Anthony's discussion 'Crickets in the Lounge?'"I'll bite. There are three reasons I personally haven't been very active in the lounge lately:
Work has been busy. This is a good thing. Stateside we've had numerous projects funded by the Great Lakes Restoration…"
Ben Yahr is attending Lara Moffat's event
LED Lighting: Using Design, Understanding Technology, Embracing Ecology at Online
January 29, 2013 from 10:30am to 11:30am
Land8 Webinar: LED Lighting: Using Design, Understanding Technology, Embracing Ecology Presented by: Landscape FormsJanuary 29th from 10:30a - 11:30a PSTAdvanced technology has made LED-lighting a viable solution for outdoor environments. The unwanted side-effects of traditional lighting: wasted energy, maintenance costs, and the negative visual and environmental impacts of over-illumination, are driving the adoption…See More
Ben Yahr replied to Stephen Lovering's discussion 'Riverwalk design'"Ice forces are quite amazing. I would suggest that you will probably need specialized engineering to ensure the longevity of your installation.
Check out Harriet Island in St. Paul. In addition to ice, the design reacts to huge…"
Ben Yahr replied to Amber Varie Raynsford's discussion 'CLARB Council Record: Priceless or worthless?'"Worthless.
I began my council record a year and a half ago in an attempt to expedite the reciprocal license process. Despite paying the initial fee and one year's renewal, my record is not yet complete.
The council record requires…"
Ben Yahr replied to Zach Watson's discussion 'Rioting in London/Urban living conditions'"Seriously Jason, turn off Fox News. There have been no riots in Wisconsin come even close to fitting your "pattern".
I'm also a bit confused by the original post: Sure, if you were to relocate people with few prospects…"
Ben Yahr replied to Roland Beinert's discussion 'Completely ridiculous'"That is indeed ridiculous. A great reminder that we should be designing for people, not for cars."
Ben Yahr replied to Heather Smith's discussion 'Off Topic...sort of...Walker knows how to hit a bee's nest.'"Another example of spouting off talking points that are factually incorrect.
In Wisconsin, public employees that hold at least a four year degree earn 25% less than similarly qualified private sector employees."
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MLA I Programs' Pros, Cons, "Personalities"
Started by unjLTV in EDUCATION 8 hours ago. 0 Replies 1 Like
Comparable playground surfacing to Landscape Structures stuff?
Started by Michael Volpe in CONSTRUCTION DETAILS & MATERIALS. Last reply by Michael Volpe 9 hours ago. 2 Replies 1 Like
LARE practice tests
Started by Wayne Baldwin in GENERAL DISCUSSION 9 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
AutoCAD & Photoshop color renderings
Started by J. Robert Wainner in GRAPHICS. Last reply by Craig Anthony 12 hours ago. 118 Replies 6 Likes
What QUESTIONS would a University LA Student most like to ASK of a Professional Landscape Architect?
Started by J. Robert Wainner in GENERAL DISCUSSION. Last reply by J. Robert Wainner 13 hours ago. 4 Replies 0 Likes
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Hi Ben, Thanks for accepting the friend request and for taking time to chat today. The images in your gallery are very nice!
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