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From Icon comes news of the Zamani Project, a fascinating research initiative in which University of Cape Town scientists render the African landscape in 3-D. Through photography, laser-scanning, and a slew of other mapping techniques we’ve never heard of (photogrammetry? say what?) — they’re compiling a uniquely comprehensive digital database of Africa’s built environment, from Persian baths in Zanzibar to mosques in Timbuktu. As best we can tell, it’s the largest documentation endeavor of its kind.
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Designed by the company Géobois, Géomoss is a system of signs for vegetated facade. Composed of ceramic briquettes used for supporting a foam plant, this product allows the creation of green wall outside without maintenance.
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Berlin based photographer Matthias Heiderich has uploaded more photos from his collection entitled ‘Color Berlin 2′, a follow-up to his previous collection of hyper-realisim album ‘Color Berlin‘.
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I came across the Ministry of Roads Building during some research and found that building was pushing some sustainable ideas back in the early 70’s….the idea of minimal contact with the ground and opening up space at grade is an interesting idea…..in this particular case its very strong formal move. more interesting info>
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Mercedes-Benz is muscling into the defense business: Today the German automaker has announced four new, heavily armored models. The concepts will be first shown on June 11th at Eurosatory, a European trade show for the defense industry.
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