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🌉 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞 🌉 An architect was hired to design a bridge across a vast river that divided two rival towns. The towns had long held grudges, each seeing the other as inferior, and the bridge was meant to bring trade between them. The architect designed a grand structure, pouring all his skill into the project. But as the bridge neared completion, whispers of sabotage emerged. People from both towns tried to dissuade him, claiming they didn’t want “𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦” coming too close. Yet, he ignored the protests, determined to finish. He didn’t stop, even as threats escalated. On the bridge’s opening day, few dared to cross it, fearing hostility. But one brave child from the north side took the first step and walked all the way across, where a child from the south welcomed him with a smile. Soon, others followed, until the bridge buzzed with people from both towns. Years later, it was more than just a bridge—it was a symbol of unity, built by a man who dared to see beyond the walls people placed around themselves. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧: 𝑺𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒔, 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒈𝒆𝒔 𝒘𝒆 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏’𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒑𝒉𝒚𝒔𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍. 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒔𝒚𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒍𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒄𝒓𝒂𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒆𝒆 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔. 𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏’𝒔 𝒅𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕. #Leadership #Unity #Inspiration #Collaboration #BuildingBridges

When cityscapes undergo extreme makeovers, it's not just buildings that are affected – it's the soul of the community. Just as the phenomenon of demolishing historical heritage has gone global, so too have movements to preserve and care for our built environment. Since 2022, Argentinian architect Natalia Karbabian (@ilustroparanoolvidar on Instagram) has been raising awareness of this issue by illustrating demolished buildings. Learn more about this topic in our latest article at www.DeArchNet.com.

Making our homes look even more beautiful is Bedlington-based Troody Scrumptious, who create homeware that looks after our planet and the people on it. Troody Scrumptious' pieces are made from Jesmonite, a concrete alternative which is free from all the nasties that are in concrete. Jesmonite is infinitely recyclable, meaning it never has to go to landfill. Although this is great in itself, Troody Scrumptious go a step further in planting trees with Ecologi. As a small independent business, Troody Scrumptious like to be approachable to all and the social aspect of being small means they get the chance to treat every one of their customers like family. Image description: A picture of a small, white pumpkin with its lid slightly ajar displayed on a surface with a backdrop of colourful dried flowers in shades of red, purple, and beige. In the background are weeping willows and greenery. In the corners of the image, there are logos for SmallBiz100 and Small Business Saturday, 7th December.

Diversity unites us, democracy empowers us! Celebrating 76 glorious years of our Republic. . #HappyRepublicDay #RepublicDay2025 #DiversityIsOurStrength #CCraftIndustrial #InteriorDesignWorkflow #ManufacturingChennai #PrecisionInAction #InteriorInnovation #OnSiteSuccess #ProjectCrafting #InteriorProjectManagement #interiormanufacturer #modularwardrobe #modularkitchen #modularfurniture #modulardoors

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🌟 Leadership in Action: Making a Difference in Our Communities 🌟 I recently came across a story that exemplifies the power of taking initiative and the importance of community service. Eldridge Ruiters, a dedicated DA Councillor in Aberdeen, South Africa, took it upon himself to repaint the town's faded road markings—a task often overlooked by municipal authorities. Despite facing potential legal repercussions, Eldridge's courageous actions underscore a critical question: should citizens step up when local governments fall short? Eldridge’s story is a powerful reminder of the impact that proactive leadership and community engagement can have. His efforts not only addressed a pressing need but also sparked a broader conversation about civic responsibility and the role of local government. I am inspired by leaders like Eldridge, who are willing to get their hands dirty to make a difference. It is stories like these that motivate us to push for accountability and to support initiatives that enhance our communities. Join me in discussing the balance between civic duty and governmental responsibility. What are your thoughts on the role of citizens in local governance? #Leadership #CommunityService #CivicResponsibility #LocalGovernment #Inspiration #Aberdeen

Detroit Homecoming: 'What it really comes down to is collaboration' https://lnkd.in/eDtGAgHn via @crainsdetroit #CRE #detroit #commercialrealestate #realestate #sperry #counselorsofrealestate #ccim #sior

Here is my latest article on how national politics can play out in a small Long Island, New York village.

Im a guh fi it: " data-image-caption=" A luxurious coastal abode nestled among Jamaica’s breathtaking geological formations, crafted from natural limestone, coral stone, and sand-inspired textures that evoke the island’s rugged beauty. The residence boasts expansive open spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sliding glass doors that seamlessly merge indoor and outdoor living areas, offering unobstructed beachfront views. Earthy tones and minimalist, organic shapes define the structure’s aesthetic, as if grown from the surrounding landscape. Inspired by the works of Albert Frey, Donald Wexler, and Ricardo Bofill, with a blend of brutalist and organic modernism. " data-medium-file="https://lnkd.in/e6M9hCVW" data-large-file="https://lnkd.in/eHJf6qYu" /> Im a guh fi it is a Jamaican Patois expression that translates to “I’m going for it” or “I’m going after it,” often used to show determination or readiness to pursue something, especially when facing a challenge or opportunity. In the context of real estate, this phrase could be used by an individual, like a […] The post Im a guh fi it first appeared on Jamaica Homes. #Jamaica #RealEstate #LuxuryHomes #CoastalLiving #InteriorDesign

Historic homes can become anything if we use our imagination and push the boundaries of our comfort zone. We custom designed and built this home with the hopes of finding a buyer. When we listed the home just after plaster we knew all our costs to build and frankly the cost was staggering to bring this level of build. We generally believed that if we built something bespoke and without compromise there would be a buyer that would see that and value our asking price and we ended up finding several buyers. We had a lot of feedback from realtors early on that our projected price range was far too high for the market but we argued that exceptional quality in exceptional locations will always command the appropriate premium. I have always believed that all you need to do to be successful in anything is to become an expert on a very very small slice of your industry. We build all over the North Shore for clients but we only buy homes in a few blocks of Newburyport simply because we know the zoning, the pros and cons of each street, which streets seem to have magnetic pull etc. It’s ok to be a generalist but you should also find a subset to become the expert. https://lnkd.in/eFEriNwx