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Seismic Safety: Architectural Innovations in Earthquake Zones

Architizer

Each of the follow projects represent recent work built in earthquake zones, showcasing the ingenuity and dedication of architects who are pushing boundaries in seismic design. Traffic congestion is alleviated through innovative three-dimensional transportation planning, including elevated bridges and a two-layer roundabout.

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New York City Implements Traffic Congestion Pricing, the First in the US

ArchDaily

Image Ryan DeBerardinis via Shutterstock New York City has implemented the first congestion pricing scheme in the US , charging drivers up to $9 per day to enter a designated zone south of Central Park, encompassing areas like Times Square and Wall Street.

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A '15-minute' planned community is set to rise in Utah

Archinect

A range of transportation strategies will be employed in order to achieve this plan. 125-square-mile section of the downtown core called the “pedestrian priority zone.” ” In addition, mixed-use zoning will make homes easily accessible to jobs, schools, and essential services.

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KCAP Designs Two Skyscrapers in Bratislava, Slovakia

ArchDaily

This district, once an industrial zone, has undergone substantial redevelopment, transforming into a mixed-use urban hub that combines residential, commercial, and leisure spaces. The new towers support this ongoing urban renewal, offering easy access to public transport and nearby cultural landmarks. Read more »

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Gensler completes Austin's tallest skyscraper

Deezen

It contains retail, office and residential floors According to Gensler, its design was shaped largely by Austin's Capitol View Corridor , zoning restrictions that require a clear sightline to the Texas State Capitol in Austin. So that trapezoidal shape you see for the tower is because of that."

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Reimagining the PeaceHealth University District Campus

SW Oregon Architect

2) The campus is zoned under a mix of Eugenes C-2 (Community Commercial) and C-3 (Major Commercial) building codes. These zoning designations allow for large-scale projects, including housing, retail, and more. The transit score is 56 (nearby public transportation options are available), while the bike score is a perfect 100.

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R&D facilities for electric vehicle production are now the manufacturing sector's hottest commodity

Archinect

The city of Detroit is also working on a transportation innovation zone in conjunction with Ford’s new 30-acre Michigan Central mobility tech district from PAU to go along with another $130 million center for the University of Michigan that was announced recently for Ann Arbor.