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Background It has long been noted that the construction industry is a conservative one. The old adage, ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’, is bandied about on a regular basis on building projects across the world. However, the reality is, whether the industry likes it or not, times they are a changin’. With climate … Read More
Background Consistent electricity is one of the major issues facing India; in 2005 GMR Energy started developing a 330 megawatt hydroelectric dam and power plant in Uttarakhand, just outside the town of Srinigar to help satisfy the growing demand for power. Over time, concrete that is not properly waterproofed can deteriorate and fail, which can … Read More
Protecting the Integrity of One of the Largest Sources of Uranium in Namibia Background Known as one of the largest reserves for uranium in Namibia, the Trekkopje mine is located in Western Namibia, approximately 65 km northeast of Swakopmund. As part of its maxi project’s construction, the mine was envisioned as a composite of numerous … Read More
Background In 2012, Boston’s Mayor Thomas M. Menino made a commitment to the city of Boston to continue the stalled revitalization of East Boston’s port-side waterfront. The very first development is called Portside at Pier I, consisting of three buildings (5, 6 & 7) for a total of 472 residential units with 393 parking spaces … Read More
Providing a Watertight Structure That Can Endure a High Water Table Environment Background Planning to transform the area around Elmbridge Way and Hollybridge Way into the largest urban community in Richmond, the Onni Group started off with an ambitious design for a structure known as the Ora. This design called for three splendid towers that … Read More
Background The importance of a local police force in any community cannot be understated. No community agency knows as much about their local area, responds as quickly to problems, and understands community concerns as much as local law enforcement. However, in order for them to be so entrenched in community issues, they must be situated … Read More
Background In order to accommodate the transportation needs of Toronto’s growing population, the GO Transit authority (regional public transit service for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area) decided to raise Strachan Avenue by almost two meters (6.5 ft.) to pass over the rail way, simultaneously the rail corridor will also be lowered up to eight … Read More
Background BC Hydro’s Vancouver City Central Transmission (VCCT) project is the most significant investment that BC Hydro has made to Vancouver’s electrical system in almost 30 years. The project includes construction of a new substation in the Mount Pleasant area of Vancouver and installation of a new transmission line. The substation is the first Leadership … Read More
Background The Isle of Capri is as a relaxed and prestigious suburb on the Nerang River in Australia. The island features a shopping centre with general store and small cafes. When the team was looking to modernize and bring more amenities to the island, the developer envisioned a shopping center with a full service supermarket, … Read More
Background Alexandria is expanding exponentially with large projects for infrastructure, residential, and commercial use. One of the largest compounds of residential towers is the Smouha Heights-Albaron residential towers. Offering a unique architectural style and modern vision for a region with such a rich and storied history, Smouha Heights marries the new and old together. For … Read More