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London Rivers Week runs from the 22nd – 30th June and this year’s theme is ‘London is a river city’, with a focus on health, well-being, and cultural activities. We all know the famous River Thames snaking its way through the city, but there is also a 640km network of rivers in and around London, many of which are classed as ‘lost rivers’ as they flow underground. Other reports state that there are over 25 rivers submerged across London, that all feed into the Thames. So, the Bluesky team have had a delve into our aerial imagery archives to see what we can find. One of these lost rivers is the Quaggy river, flowing through Sutcliffe Park. It was buried and used to flow underground through a concrete channel. However, a regeneration project (2002-2004) has brought it back to the surface, creating important wildlife habitats and wetland areas. Several protected species including the reed warbler and little grebe now inhabit the area. The imagery pictured (Bluesky’s aerial imagery and National Tree Map imagery) charts the change in the landscape since the regeneration project began and you can see the river emerging and the subsequent re-claiming of the landscape, with tree canopy cover around the wetland area increasing by over 26%. It is fantastic to see the efforts to regenerate the area and restore the river pay off. Thames21 is a charity focused on improving London’s waterways. In a 2020 report, they stated since 2000, more than 39km of rivers in London have improved, with an expectation that 20% of the city’s rivers will be restored by 2050. Thames Chase Trust Access current and historic aerial imagery directly from our online Mapshop at: https://lnkd.in/dfC539ky #londonriversweek #wetlands #biodiversity #rivers #waterways #aerialimagery

🏡 Planning our communities is an intricate process that requires careful consideration. From scouting the perfect plot of land to envisioning the ideal neighborhood, every step counts. It's a real effort to create tranquil spaces for all. 🌳 #PlanningCommunities #BuildingDreams

Historic Preservation vs. Modern Development: Central Florida faces challenges balancing historic preservation with the need for modern development. As the region grows, there's a debate over conserving historic buildings and districts versus developing new, modern structures to accommodate growth. This tension reflects broader questions about cultural heritage, community identity, and economic progress. 📞 (407) 743-6593 📧 housesforsalefl@gmail.com #Broker #realestate #Realtor #BenchmarkRealestategroup #ToreyEisenman #CentralFlorida #RealEstateInsights #StayInformed

We have a passion for revitalizing run-down and abandoned buildings, breathing new life into them, and restoring hope in communities. We believe that every neglected structure holds the potential to become a vibrant place of activity. With a dedicated team we carefully select buildings that have fallen into disrepair and embark on a journey to restore them to their former glory. Our mission goes beyond just renovating physical spaces; we strive to create a sense of renewed hope and opportunity for the neighborhood residents. Just like this picture from one of our 🙌SPECIAL PROJECTS shows the new growth🌷from the beginning of a new season, the work we do does the same. It serves as a reminder that no matter how bleak a situation may seem, there is always the potential for renewal and the opportunity to restore hope. #HelixSpecialProjects #newlife #Restorehope

Historic Preservation vs. Modern Development: Central Florida faces challenges balancing historic preservation with the need for modern development. As the region grows, there's a debate over conserving historic buildings and districts versus developing new, modern structures to accommodate growth. This tension reflects broader questions about cultural heritage, community identity, and economic progress. 📞 (407) 743-6593 📧 housesforsalefl@gmail.com #Broker #realestate #Realtor #BenchmarkRealestategroup #ToreyEisenman #CentralFlorida #RealEstateInsights #StayInformed

You are all welcome to attend to next Hunter Living Histories – 1 July 2024 Showcase on Public Housing & Planning. (When & Where: 1 July 2024 1pm-2:30pm Auchmuty Library L326 or zoom link on site page) Heritage and environmental groups are expressing concern at the housing crisis. Everyone wants something done about getting people into affordable and public housing but are worried that the mad rush is trashing proper planning; they simply fear that replacing poor planning (that got us into this housing mess) is not going to be solved by more poor planning rushed through to get us out of it. The aim of the discussion is to understand how public/affordable housing once worked, why it went belly up, and what we need to do to get it back on track. Guest presenter is Mr Joe Flood. Joe Flood is a policy, data analyst and mathematician. Flood worked in CSIRO from 1977 to 1993, where he conducted about 25 research projects for every level of government in Australia during 1984-93. His research contributed to several major changes in Australia’s housing policy. We will also have University of Newcastle students working on real world housing issues such as the Broadmeadow Project. So join in by zoom or in person. All welcome and FREE https://lnkd.in/eQCdphc9 Marilla North #housingpolicy #publichousing #costoflivingcrisis #architecture #BroadmeadowProject #affordablehousing

Discover the potential of investing in Tilal Al Ghaf as I and Nima Safa discuss the living and buying options available within the community. Urban Habitat - Episode 2 https://lnkd.in/ddKgWjYF

In 2016, the National Trust for Historic Preservation put part of the San Francisco's urban shoreline on its list of the U.S.'s most endangered historic places https://lnkd.in/gZw8T6kF. Now, San Francisco is considering drastic measures to save its landmark buildings from sea level rise, including raising the iconic Ferry Building by seven feet. The growing magnitude and frequency of climate-related threats, the high cost and effort involved in saving heritage sites, and competing ideas about what's worth saving, make it hard for cities to decide where their priorities lie. https://lnkd.in/g2na3h8j Photo:JaGa #climatespotlight #climatehange #endangeredculturalresources #endangeredhistoriclandmarks #culturalheritage #sealevelrise #severeweather #historicpreservation 

Planning and Public Housing - Hunter Living Histories Showcase 1 July 2024   The Overview   Three excellent presenters help us understand how public/affordable housing once worked, why it went belly up, and what we need to do to get it back on track.   The Presenters   Mr Joe Flood - a Principal Research Scientist and leader of housing research at CSIRO. Joe Flood is a policy, data analyst and mathematician. He has made contributions to mathematics, housing and urban economics, urban indicators, slum studies, climate change and genetic genealogy. Flood worked in CSIRO from 1977 to 1993, where he conducted about 25 research projects for every level of government in Australia during 1984-93. His research contributed to several major changes in Australia’s housing policy.   Enzhuo Gai, also known as Jason, is an architecture graduate from the University of Newcastle. With a strong background in art, Jason brings a creative and artistic approach to every project, including his wonderful work on the Broadmeadow project which he presents to us, as a wonderful inspiration of ideas and possibilities.   Dr John Mackenzie – is a consulting researcher at the University of Newcastle’s Institute for Regional Futures, one of the University’s flagship research institutes. Building on the legacy of the Hunter Research Foundation, the Institute partners with governments, industries and communities providing social, economic and spatial evidence to strategic planning and decision-making. John chairs the City of Newcastle’s Liveable Cities Committee and is a member of the Hunter Central Coast Regional Planning Panel, both of which inform key decisions in planning and housing in the City of Newcastle.    Why It Matters   Heritage and environmental groups are expressing concern at the housing issue. Everyone wants something done about getting people into affordable housing but are worried that the mad rush is trashing proper planning; they simply fear that replacing poor planning (that got us into this housing mess) is not going to be solved by more poor planning, rushed through, to get us out of it.   https://lnkd.in/eQCdphc9 #planning #housing #publichousing #socialhousing

ARE YOU READY FOR THE BATTLES OF THE CENTURY ?   In a society that is increasingly polarized, only the battle between opposite opinions makes it to the headlines of the news. Rarely one puts himself in the other person's shoes. No dialogue, no empathy. First essential step to resolve the conflict is addressing the elephant in the room. So... let's start with one!   The 'development stop' (so called 'betonstop' in Flanders), including the reduction of the additional average daily land take by 2040 to 0 hectares (strategic objective of the - still not approved Spatial Policy Plan of Flanders), fuels the clash of IDENTITY versus DENSITY. More then often this one-sided points of view are the reason behind the unspoken battle between the LOCAL (municipality, inhabitants) and the SUPRA LOCAL (province, region) voice.   The first voice defends the identity of the village by keeping the small building grain, no apartment buildings, maximum 3 levels high... preserving the history. While focusing on the real local context, the overall public interest is overlooked. The other voice, based on theory, data and planning responsibility, believes in the ultimate mantra of density. While having a noble vision, the local conditions are neglected. We notice that both voices are getting more extreme and louder.   Question yourself for a second. To which camp do you belong to? Density kills our identity > < Preserving history makes progress impossible   One outcome of this battle is clear. Applying for a building permit is more and more like buying a lottery ticket. When fate is kind to you, you'll win.   This post is a kind - but urgent - appeal. Help us to change the battle into a real dialogue between both - now isolated - views. Let us try together to write a future-proof story where we neither abandon our soul, our genius loci, nor do we fuel the urban sprawl and loose our landscape. We advocate for SENSITY while laying down the arms. Let's debate in the 'agora', not shout our unshakable opinion through social media.   Looking forward to see and hear you at our table.   #lips_lifepeoplespace #identity #history #density #future #sensity #battle #dialogue