Roadside communication is a ubiquitous component of pedestrian and vehicle travel worldwide. The Romans deployed the first recorded roadside communications on the Appian Way in 312 B.C., using markers to indicate the distance to Rome. Fast-forward to today, travelers are inundated with messages ranging from government traffic and safety signs to advertisements on massive print or digital billboards…..
In 1978, New York City was enacted the first law in the United States concerning pet waste collection. Shortly after, many cities followed New York’s lead, including Seattle, where dog waste must be removed from private property. These laws, now often called pooper-scooper laws, require pet owners to remove or clean up all fecal waste dropped by their dogs on public property and sometimes private property…..
Solar-powered bollards are a type of outdoor lighting that uses solar energy to power the lights. They are a great alternative to traditional bollards, which require electricity from the grid. Solar-powered bollards are typically made of durable materials such as stainless steel or aluminum and designed to withstand the elements. They are also easy to install and maintain….
In the 1990’s it was coined “urban renaissance,” but thirty years later, it may also be referred to as adaptive reuse, architectural upscaling, or urban renewal. No matter what name is used, revitalizing city centers and high-density neighborhoods remains significant in American urban areas…
Pedestrian streetscapes are found in urban or suburban environments. They are designed to prioritize pedestrian safety, comfort, and convenience and enhance the neighborhood’s aesthetics with green space and other amenities…
Nearly two years after the global pandemic, behaviors related to space and public social settings continue to evolve. Numerous studies indicated that we are much more aware of being too close to other humans, especially strangers or large crowds…
Harnessing the sun’s energy has come a long way since early humans used glass and mirrors to start fires and provide illumination. In the late 19th century, numerous inventors began recognizing that sunlight could be converted into electricity using various materials…
Housing trends ebb and flow as economic, social, and even health factors, like the COVID-19 pandemic, impact not only the affordability of housing but also the preferences of the American public…
As long as humanity has congregated together in common dwelling areas, the need for light at night has been present. Fires and torches were used for millennia to provide illumination, and we know that around 500 B.C., the residents of Peking were burning natural gas through bamboo shafts to create light in the city….
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