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Thank you Gabrielle Gould for bringing this to light. Let's start by focusing on our existing conditions and quality as it pertains to historic preservation and new builds. First, the statement “cheaper is better” has been ingrained in our building patterns and it needs to stop. Design, architecture, planning, and engineering is an art. A key signature of the team or individual who created it. I say team because most times it takes a team to bring it to fruition. “Wait, isn’t the quick prefab supposed to be more efficient?” Not exactly. The old way was! This is why we still see ancient marvels that baffle current structural engineering understanding. Look at the Pyramids or Manchu Pichu! These amazing feets are still standing to this day. As the saying goes, “Rome wasn't built in a day.” It certainly was not. So how can we build more resilient buildings? Start by getting to know the history and partner with an archeologist. Building quality is worth every dollar, it creates a vibrant community for all income types.

Rockdale Sees Growth Surge with First Subdivision in 40 Years The city of Rockdale, northeast of Austin, sees a surge in development with the Cornerstone community, marking its first major residential project in decades. This growth is spurred by the nearby Samsung factory and Alcoa plant redevelopment, attracting new housing and economic opportunities. #RockdaleRevival #EconomicGrowth #NewDevelopment #SamsungImpact #HousingBoom #AustinMetro #RealEstate #CommunityGrowth #IndustrialExpansion #CornerstoneCommunity #UrbanDevelopment #SuburbanGrowth #TexasLiving #MilamCounty #NewHomes #ResidentialExpansion #CityRevitalization #Homebuilders #MasterPlannedCommunity #AffordableHousing #JobCreation #FutureOfRockdale #EconomicDevelopment #housingmarket #smalltowngrowth #realestate #realtor #texas

Tampa's rapid growth attracts developers, but limited land in core areas prompts a shift to Pasco County. Its population surged by 31% from 2010 to mid-2022, driving retail, multifamily, and industrial development. Retail space expanded by 1.7 million sqft in five years, with a low 4.1% vacancy. Multifamily thrives too, with 5,000 units under construction. Industrial space also booms, with 1.5 million sq ft under construction, including a 940,000-sqft park. Columnar Development plans Pasco Town Center 75 on 965 acres, offering 4.5 million sq ft industrial space, 1,600 units, retail, offices, and hotels.

PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY. WLWT's Danielle Dindak spoke with Covington Economic Development Director Tom West last week about the Central Riverfront Neighborhood development, or, as West said, "We're calling it the 21st-century version of the Covington that we all love." "... When you add in what's being invested on the other side of the river, this probably becomes one of the most concentrated areas of capital investment in the country," said West. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gmGtP49X #CovingtonRiverfrontNeighborhood #economicdevelopment #riverfrontdevelopment #CovingtonRiverfrontNeighborhooddevelopment #capitalinvestment #CovingtonKY #CovingtonNKY #LoveTheCov

$146.4M value loss in 23 years. But that loss is a catalyst for something new for Gwinnett Place Mall. Much-needed housing is a big part of the redevelopment plan. The "residential-heavy plan, called Global Villages, would create a central park as the communal nucleus, remake all roadways as Complete Streets with connections to other key points in Duluth, and enhance transit with possible bus-rapid-transit options and a new transit center." Redevelopment requires ingenuity, some adaptive reuse, and a lot of unique building product applications. #buildingproducts #commercialdevelopment #housinginnovation #constructionverse https://lnkd.in/gBWGT3MQ

Plano, Texas, is leading the way in innovative redevelopment projects to manage its rapid growth and evolving economic landscape. The city, which has seen its population increase from 260,000 in 2012 to nearly 292,000 in 2023, is focusing on transforming vacant spaces into vibrant mixed-use areas. Projects like the revitalization of Collin Creek Mall and Assembly Park are key examples of public-private partnerships that aim to create modern, dynamic spaces for residents and businesses. Plano has also launched an office modernization grant program to incentivize property owners to update their facilities, ensuring the city remains attractive to businesses. These initiatives reflect Plano's commitment to growth and redevelopment while preserving its unique identity. Cred: https://lnkd.in/du-Fep6D https://lnkd.in/dgRp6BbN #development #dfw #new #collincreek #innovative

Another spectacular rail and transportation project underway by SOM's Transportation Architecture practice. We are seeing more of these important projects types worldwide as we migrate to public transportation - some places much slower than others. In Asia Pacific we are seeing an acceleration in urban large-scale mixed-use developments which are railway and transport orientated developments.

This week we learnt more about what the future Yarralumla brickworks development will look like. There’s some good-looking elements, but it’s still deeply disappointing that the ACT Government and National Capital Authority backed down from more ambitious housing plans in the face of opposition from a few wealthy homeowners. We know what happens when the government limits housing in prime inner city areas: more of Canberra’s grasslands have to make way for greenfield development. For the climate and the environment, we need to do better. https://lnkd.in/gRAePQyM

City of York Council have announced that affordable housing is to be increased to 100% on their Ordnance Lane Passivhaus site in Fishergate, with the number of affordable homes being doubled from around 50 to 100. We are currently working with City of York and our Consultant Team to make these changes to our original proposals.   Commenting on this, Cllr Michael Pavlovic, Executive Member for Housing and Safer Communities at City of York Council, said: “The average home in York currently costs 10.9 times the average earnings, rents have risen 10% in the last year and energy costs continue to rise. To tackle this, a core commitment of the new Council Plan ‘One City, for all’, is to increase the supply of good quality, affordable housing with high energy efficiency and low emissions.   “Creating 100% affordable homes meets that commitment. Now, on our Ordnance Lane site alone, we’re doubling the high-quality Passivhaus housing which will be affordable to rent, buy and run, from around 50 to 100 homes.”   Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eQh2QYKA   Tibbalds // Civic Engineers// Turner & Townsend // URBED (Urbanism Environment and Design) Ltd // Warm: Low Energy Building Practice // LEDA - Certified B Corp // BBUK Studio // ImaginePlaces Ltd. // #ordnancelane #york #ukhousing #passivhaus #affordablehousing