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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

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As urban populations grow and climate change exacerbates natural disasters, the need for buildings that prioritize safety and durability has never been more urgent. Designed to meet modern seismic safety standards, the structure ensures durability and performance. Architects: Want to have your project featured?

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LA halts Metro Purple Line construction over worker safety concerns

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Work on the vast expansion of the Metro Purple Line in Los Angeles has come to an abrupt stop following dozens of worker injuries and safety concerns that officials say have not been addressed. The safety of those building our county’s transportation projects must always be protected.

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The Asphalt Art Initiative expands to more cities as new statistics point to improved pedestrian safety

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A total of 20 new cities will be given grants of $25,000 each as part of the program’s next round of funding, which has to date gone to fund 45 projects in 41 different locations across the United States. The joint study of 22 different U.S. The joint study of 22 different U.S. Asphalt Art Initiative, Amsterdam. Lead artist:

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Century-Long Lives: The Architecture of Longevity

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Its eight interconnected domains for age-friendly cities outdoor spaces, transport, housing, social participation, respect and inclusion, civic engagement, communication and community support each present a more inclusive vision for cities to support and celebrate aging populations. Transport, the second domain, is equally crucial.

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"Experimental" safety barriers trialled on New York subway platform

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New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority has installed yellow safety barriers in a subway station to mitigate "intrusions" onto the train tracks. The bright yellow barriers are part of a safety pilot program monitored by New York City Transit (NYCT), which the organisation will study and scale up if successful.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams announces $7.25 million federal grant to expand greenway network in underserved communities

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Department of Transportation (USDOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant. The money will be used to fill gaps in New York City’s greenway network, improve cyclist and pedestrian safety with revitalized infrastructure, and provide green transportation options and greater waterfront access.

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Webuild and Carlo Ratti propose replacement for Baltimore’s collapsed Key Bridge following tragedy

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The design, which was released ahead of next week’s preliminary reconstruction forum called by the Maryland Transportation Authority, calls for a cable suspension span totaling 2,300 feet with a 213-foot clearance and offering wider lanes and increased vessel navigation safety, structural maintenance monitoring technology, smart traffic management, (..)