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Meet the challenge of integrating Building Information Modeling and sustainability with this in-depth guide, which pairs these two revolutionary movements to create environmentally friendly design through a streamlined process. Written by an award-winning team that has gone beyond theory to lead the implementation of Green BIM projects, this comprehensive reference features practical strategies, techniques, and real-world expertise so that you can create sustainable BIM projects, no matter what their scale.
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Many discussions of green design revolve around architecture and transportation concepts, but sometimes examples of great design can be found in much simpler places. Like a child’s toy box, or maybe your own backyard! Throughout the past year, Inhabitots has reported on countless awe-inspiring innovations in the realm of sustainable design for children. From fairy castle treehouses to cool light-up circuit stickers, there are plenty of designs that left us impressed and inspired. Help us decide which one of these green kids design stories deserve to be crowned best of 2013! Follow the link below to cast your vote.
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An unsung prophet of today’s green movement in architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright was an innovator of eco-sensitive design generations ahead of his time. An architect and designer of far-reaching vision, it is not surprising that Frank Lloyd Wright anticipated many of the hallmarks of today’s green movement. Across his work—which stands upon a philosophy Wright termed “organic”—widespread evidence is seen of a refined sensitivity to environment, to social organization as impacted by buildings, and to sustainable and sensible use of space. The desire to work and live with nature to create livable homes and cities is an ongoing theme of American architecture and planning. This book explores Wright’s lessons on how climate, sustainability, sunlight, modern technology, local materials, and passive environmental controls can become the inspiration for excellent design, and highlights a selection of Wright’s buildings to show how he dealt with these issues. The book is organized by the green concepts Wright used—including passive solar design and the use of thermal massing, passive berm insulation, environmentally sensitive landscaping, passive ventilation systems, passive natural light, and intelligent and artful adaptation of technology—with examples from different houses. It shows how Wright evolved certain ideas that continue to spur discussions of green architecture design today.
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The new Syma S107 is a 3 channel mini indoor co-axial helicopter. This model comes equipped with a high grade metal body frame and a built in Gyroscope which is used to stabilize the helicopter’s heading. This model is miniature in size and its light weight makes it incredibly portable. The S107 offers a wide infrared control and has a customized design for indoor flying. The S107 is controlled by a 32-Level high precision speed controller, which automatically stabilizes the rotor blade system for steady lift off. The S107 high precision propellers are powered by 2 solid motors with a third motor in the tail rotor to help carry out the engine’s full function. This model comes with a high capability Li-Poly battery which is good for longer flight time, and can easily be recharged through the transmitter that is provided. The Syma S107 is a great model for all beginners, from kids to adults.
Features: Controlled by 32-level high precision speed Auto stable rotor blade system for steady lift-off High precision propeller Powered by 2 solid motors with a 3rd motor in the tail rotor High capability Li-Poly battery (can be recharged through the transmitter provided) Charging and power indicator Controlled by digital technology Infrared control system Tri-band Technology 3 bands nonintervention (has 3 bands which can fly up to 3 independent helicopters at the same time) Includes: 3-Channel Radio Remote Control Helicopter Remote Control (not include 1.5v AA battery) Tail Blade USB Cable Specifications: Weight: 34g Size: 220x38x98(mm) Dimensions: main rotor diameter 190mm Helicopter battery: 3.7v Rechargeable lithium polymer battery Charging Time: 30-35 minutes Flight Duration: 6-8 minutes Frequency: Infrared control system – bands A, B & C Control Specification: forward / backward / up / down / left / right Range: Up to 10m (30ft)
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While conjuring up comfort in the home seems like a basic principle, it’s a far more complex process for architect & remodeling guru Sarah Susanka, who believes that comfort can significantly influence the sustainability of your personal abode. With her mantra of “build better, not bigger,” Susanka promotes quality over quantity when remodeling a home. Through transforming your living space into a more beautiful and comfortable environment, Susanka says that any home’s occupants will automatically take better care of their space in a more sustainable way. We sat down with Susanka to get the low-down on how to do more with less when revamping your space.
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Now available in paperback, The Green House vividly illustrates the emerging collaboration between stylish architecture, interior design, and environmental responsibility. This groundbreaking book features more than thirty-five residences in fifteen countries—and nearly every conceivable natural environment—designed by a combination of star architects and lesser-known practitioners, all of whom put “greenness” in the service of quality design, and not the other way around.
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