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John C. Barney posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
I have not read the article, Heather, David and Reid, but I think the basic point is good one — maintenance should be consideration in designing a “sustainable residential landscape.” Even here in the SW, we will design what we think is a more sustainable landscape, and put in a water harvesting swale with cobbles. As it turns out the maintenance…[Read more]
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Reid Mitchell posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
David your are correct!
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David Moorman posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
@Reid – Hahahahahahahahahahaha!
I love to laugh out loud! It’s good for the body. Relieves stress, improves circulation.
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Reid Mitchell posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Stupid Article!
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David Moorman posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
This study also “compare(d) carbon sequestration to nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide emissions from lawn grooming practices.”
I have news for anyone willing to listen. Lawn maintenance doesn’t produce carbon “di”oxide emissions. Lawn maintenance produces carbon “mon”oxide. Carbon monoxide produces carbon dioxide which in turn is used by plants…[Read more]
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David Moorman posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
From the article: “It’s impossible for these lawns to be net greenhouse gas sinks because too much fuel is used to maintain them,” Townsend-Small concluded.
So what’s the solution? That’s what I want to know. Should we eliminate athletic fields and play completely? What then shall we do with those that have no place to play and engage in athletic…[Read more]
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Heather L. Venhaus posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Urban “Green” Space may lead to Global Warming
Interesting article about the importance of extending sustainable practices to the maintenance of our landscapes. If the implications of maintenance requirements are not considered, the benefits of sustainable design practices may be lost. I think this article also highlights the advantage of having…[Read more]
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Jim Del Carpio posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Phil,
Ditto Dan comments on experience, common sense and to use your company history on previous Construction estimates. I would add to his list, network(social) with local contractors and ask them for their input. Some will be glad to help out and others may not, you never know until you ask. Good Luck
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Dan Barnes posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Phillip,I have seen several programs over the years and have not been a big favorite of any of them so far. I have been in d/b for almost 28 years. I have worked in the field and behind the desk and I know how long it takes to plant a 4″ tree etc. including the stop at 7-11 for a big gulp and traffic, waiting for the semi to deliver the sod or…[Read more]
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Phillip Merritt posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Hi, I’ve recently started working for a small residential design/build company and I’m wondering how other people go about estimating construction costs. Is there some great piece of software that makes the process easy, or do people rely on their own knowledge of material and labor prices. It seems like the estimating software I’ve looked at are…[Read more]
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Gavin Walsh posted an update in the group Veg.itecture 14 years, 9 months ago
Hey Charles.. what do you mean by nonwoven material for a base? Are you referring to the waterproof backing or the felt?
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Heather L. Venhaus posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 9 months ago
Hey Folks! Just a quick note to say hello and introduce myself. After completing the 2009 report, I resigned as project manager of the Sustainable Sites Initiative to pursue other opportunities and spend more time with my 7 month old son. I am interested in the practical application of landscape sustainability in residential settings and look…[Read more]
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Robin Alyse Doyle posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 11 months ago
Hands-on all-day workshop on Modeling Residential Sites with Slope in Google SketchUp (for intermediate/advanced users) in San Francisco Feb. 20th, 2010
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Dr.Thiruvelavan posted an update in the group Residential Design Group 14 years, 12 months ago
hai nice to join in this group
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Taweesak Somyoung (Wee) posted an update in the group LA Downunder 15 years, 1 month ago
hello to all
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Dawid Magiera posted an update in the group COMPETITIONS – ongoing 15 years, 1 month ago
Marking of Georgetown – Ideas Competition
The State Government of Penang, Malaysia invites submissions for an international competition for design ideas to physically brand the historic city of George Town, Penang in conjunction with its listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008.
Design category: Marking of Public Space
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Stephen Gibson posted an update in the group LA Downunder 15 years, 1 month ago
So I started this discussion a while ago – considering a move back to Australia from the US. Well, I finally arrived in Perth this week (my new home) and I think I’ve answered my own question – there are so many construction cranes towering over the city skyline it’s bloody amazing. And I just landed a senor position with Hassell here in Perth. So…[Read more]
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Ryland Fox posted an update in the group LA Downunder 15 years, 1 month ago
Also, is anybody in Sydney? I am going to go up to McGregor’s new park at Ballast Point if anybody wants to meet up and go.
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Dawid Magiera posted an update in the group COMPETITIONS – ongoing 15 years, 2 months ago
The Land Art Generator Initiative Dubai is the artworld’s responsible answer to the question: “What comes after oil?”
The designs should be considered first and foremost as Land Art Installations. The considerations for energy generation should come in a close second. What this means is that the installations are art first, power plants sec…[Read more] -
Dawid Magiera posted an update in the group COMPETITIONS – ongoing 15 years, 2 months ago
The International Garden Festival-Canada is preparing its eleventh edition and is issuing a call for proposals to select designers who will create temporary gardens to be presented from June 26 to October 3, 2010 on the site of Les Jardins de Métis / Reford Gardens. This call for proposals is open to all landscape architects, architects,…[Read more]
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