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This photo of a round house on top of a hill in New Hampshire was taken just as a snowstorm was easing up. The owner says the house has 18 sides and the garage has 12 sides, uses geothermal for both heating and cooling, and is energy-star certified.
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Amy's Organic Garden in Charles City, VA, on Thursday, May 5, 2011. Owner Amy Hicks harvesting greens at her farm. Ms. Hicks' farm participates with Fall Line Farms a local food cooperative in the Richmond, VA area that offers a wide variety of household food staples and specialty items on an ever changing inventory of fruits, vegetables, meats, soaps, eggs, cheeses, flowers, honey, pastas, sauces, syrups, baked goods, mushrooms, flour and grains. Suppliers post what they have on a Lulus Local Food online listing and customers can make their selection. Every Thursday suppliers deliver orders to, one of several pick-up points, designated by the customers in or around the Richmond area. USDA Photos by Lance Cheung.
You come across these electric scooters all over Tenerife! They are parked up along there streets and you basically jump on one, pay via contactless payment and off you go. Park up when you reach your destination and the next customer jumps on board!
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We came across a sweet deal on energy efficient, environmentally conscious LED light bulbs so we decided to install them throughout our house. We had spiral CFL lights before, and we donated all of them so they will still be put to good use. LED lights do produce a nice warm glow, similar to incandescent bulbs. I just used a flash here to make it look cool! :o)
LEDs are much better than incandescent or CFLs because they don't contain mercury, they use far less energy and they last a lifetime.
The concept of this image and write-up stems from the book Between Two Ages, which was written by Zbigniew Brzezinski and published in 1970. The content of this book deals with issues from the Cold War era. Much of the information is obsolete, yet some of it can be applied to our time. He even left a few nuggets of insight into the globalist plan.
Brzezinski wondered how America would fare in its transition from the industrial age to the technetronic age (the digital age or the third industrial revolution). Currently, we are in transition between the third industrial revolution and the fourth industrial revolution. The first industrial revolution occurred in the 18th and 19th centuries and introduced mechanization and industry. The second industrial revolution took place in the late 19th and early 20th century and brought electricity and mass production. The third industrial revolution, from the mid-20th century to the present, gave us computers and the internet. We are currently entering the fourth industrial revolution. It will usher in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, quantum computing, blockchain and digital ledgers, digital tokenization and crypto assets, virtual and mixed reality, biotechnology and transhumanism. The fourth industrial revolution will introduce a new worldwide economic system based around digital biometric IDs, central bank digital currencies, social credit scores, and carbon footprint trackers. During COVID-19, the transition of the fourth industrial revolution was referred to as the Great Reset or Build Back Better. Understand this: they cannot bring in this new system without the implementation of digital IDs!
The elitist scum don’t have the power to take over the world by force. They must seize it slowly through deception, propaganda, social engineering, and technology. Technology has both unified and fragmented society. Civilization was once separated by time and space. A person on one side of the world didn’t know what was happening on the other side. A traveler or messenger would have to travel a long way to relay distant news. Technology gave us the radio, the television, and the internet. As technology advanced, it reduced time and space between people. This sped things up. Today, we find people with similar interests online. We put less effort into local friendships that build community. We, instead, build impersonal relationships with people from around the world. We have isolated ourselves from the real world and those around us. This isolates us from our social support system, and we become lonely. A similar situation happens with nations. Nations also had a certain amount of time and space, which acted as insulators against excessive friction. This gave them room to maneuver, and it gave them the distance needed to maintain their own identity.
As people increasingly moved to the big cities, it became harder for them to make and maintain friendships. Agenda 21 of the United Nations aims to relocate individuals from rural areas to the cities. They call it sustainability. They will use endangered species as an excuse to keep or push people off the land. Aww, those poor endangered turtles and frogs! The Bundy Ranch standoff highlighted some of these things. “When the U.S. government declared the Mojave desert tortoise an endangered species in 1989, it effectively marked the cattle ranchers of Nevada’s Clark County for extinction. Rancher Cliven Bundy once had neighbors on the range: when the tortoise was listed, there were about 50 cattle-ranching families in the county. Some of them fought court battles to stay, rejecting the idea their cattle posed a danger to the tortoises. But, one by one, they slowly gave up and disappeared. Clark County is not an isolated case. Disputes over land rights are playing out in many Western states, especially in rural areas, where some residents and lawmakers question the legitimacy of the federal government’s claim to swathes of land.” They also want to designate more and more land as parklands and protected areas.
Previously, I posted a write-up inspired by three Canadian government documents. These documents said that climate change would eventually drive people off parts of the land, and that insurance companies would not provide insurance to anyone living in such areas. They also talked about regularly using weather manipulation. Shocker! One thing I failed to mention was their plan to give large tracts of land to the Indians. They admitted that this would cause anger, protests, and violence. British Columbia passed legislation to incorporate this United Nations declaration into law: the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. The government is now working towards giving the Indians vast plots of land. The Indians are claiming a city not far from me! This would destroy private property rights in the province. Read the communist manifesto, and you’ll see who desires to abolish private property. Decolonization! Truth and reconciliation! This is nothing new to me; I knew these things were coming many years ago. I knew they would use the Indians to drive us from the rural areas into the cities. Eventually, they will remove the Indians from the land. They are but pawns.
Agenda 21 is the 100-year plan of the United Nations to implement global governance. They must rely on public-private partnerships (governments, corporations, NGOs, and billionaires) to execute their plan. This is a form of fascism! As we speak, governments, corporations, and billionaires are swallowing up rural lands. Rural data centers, anyone? Save the environment! Climate emergency! Mismanage the forests to create wildfires. Mismanage logging to cause flooding. 15-minute smart cities are the future! How about Saudi Arabia’s megacity NEOM, which will be 170 kilometers long! NEOM will be a special economic zone—a Network state. Or what about Tri-State City, which would span across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany? Get the farmers off the land; we need to build our Tower of Babel! “The next Global superpower will be a Network state.” These megacity Network states will be part of a worldwide techno-feudal system. In the Book of Revelation, there are ten kings, just sayin’.
When one era ends and another begins, the lines get blurred. At the time, it’s hard to distinguish which era is which. This new era will shape our society culturally, psychologically, socially, and economically. It will affect all aspects of our lives. In order to bring us into this age, they will need to swap the old system with the new. The old is not compatible with the new.
AI will replace many jobs, so we must introduce Universal Basic Income. Yet, to truly solve this problem, we must merge man with AI. Transhumanism will bring about worldwide equality! These post-humans will become dependent on the new system. There will be no going back to the old system or way of life. They must deal with their loss of humanity. They must find a new sense of meaning in this brave new world. Their perceived reality will be different, yet their new sensations will be quite real.
Everyone will be completely malleable. We will tamper with their very essence. We will modify their personality, manipulate their behavior, exploit their emotions, control their reason, and guide their conscious decisions. No longer will propaganda be needed to manipulate them. “I foresee the time when we shall have the means and therefore, inevitably, the temptation to manipulate the behaviour and intellectual functioning of all the people through environmental and biochemical manipulation of the brain.” Indeed, Brzezinski mentioned using chemicals for mind control and altering the human genetic structure. He also believed that in a few decades, “they could develop a system that would seriously impair the brain performance of very large populations.” Such a society would be dominated by technocrats whose claim to power would be superior scientific knowledge. They would not hesitate to influence public behavior with the latest modern technology. They would keep society under close surveillance and control.
People’s reality has moved from a local to a global context. Brzezinski doesn’t like the term “global village,” instead, he likes the term “global city.” A village has important characteristics such as: “personal stability, interpersonal intimacy, implicitly shared values, and traditions.” A global city, on the other hand, is “a nervous, agitated, tense, and fragmented web of interdependent relations.” The interactions of the global city lack intimacy, which causes insecurity. The high-trust culture associated with village intimacy will be absent from the nervous interaction of the global city.
A global community fragments humanity. It detaches people from their traditional roots. In the past, an individual only associated with their family and village. Eventually, their reach expanded to other regions of the nation. Today, we associate with a global community. The past had greater cohesion and harmony than the global ecosystem of today. Currently, experts from around the world collaborate to solve problems. This sounds like ‘global citizens,’ from a ‘global community,’ solving ‘global problems.’ Kumbaya! Social engineering at its finest!
Mass media exploits our fragmented society, creating a highly controlled society. Cultural change will come through social engineering. People will deliberately and consciously choose to follow what they’ve been fed. According to Brzezinski, electronic devices could be used to educate children from home. This is reminiscent of COVID-19! During the next plandemic or climate lockdown, these “developments may become the handmaidens of constructive change.” Brzezinski also concluded that feminism would enhance society’s cultural growth and standards. Of course, anything that corrupts and fragments society helps the globalist agenda.
“A community of the developed nations must eventually be formed if the world is to respond effectively to the increasingly serious crisis that in different ways now threatens both the advanced world and the Third World.” They want to bring together the leaders of the developed world to discuss global problems. As you can see today, we have globalist entities like the G7 and G20. They desire to use global cooperation to string the world’s nations together, using “a variety of indirect ties.” They can then steer those nations by using various intergovernmental organizations. Of course, their crowning jewel is the United Nations. They must have interconnected cooperation—a cooperative community of nations. They want the rich nations to help the poor nations, because they don’t want the third world to revolt against the system. Foreign aid, here we come, cha-ching, cha-ching! Foreign aid is also a great tool for guiding the Third World in the desired direction.
Brzezinski said that sovereignty is fiction. He stated that they must make “intensive efforts to shape a new world monetary structure.” Cashless society, here we come! They want to build an “international structure of production and financing” for international trade. In progressive stages, they want to introduce free-trade areas. Of course, these free-trade areas (economic zones) are really megacity Network states. They want to bring in a “global taxation system.” Woohoo, a global carbon tax!
Just think! A man on a white horse brings peace to the Middle East. Then the Jews start building their new temple. Strange, a rider on a red horse then comes to take peace from the earth? The Enlightenment tradition has failed! Liberalism has failed! Democracy has failed! Free market capitalism has failed! Therefore, we’ll introduce a new authoritarian system! Stakeholder capitalism (fascism), here we come! Green economy, here we go! Fight the state, fight diversity, have your civil war, the red horseman will slaughter you with his sword. Oh, wait, what do we have here? The mother of all harlots—the world religion—rides in on the Beast with seven heads and ten horns (kings). We’ll create a one-world religion and bring spiritual unity. Hey, let’s have a ceremony for the new Jewish temple! Now, the vision of the trashumanists will come true: an AI god will be introduced. Oh, what’s this abominable idol of desolation sitting in the temple? World, here’s your new AI god! Surprise, surprise, a zealous Jew kills the antichrist at the celebration. Wow, say it ain’t so, the antichrist comes back to life! “He opposes and exalts himself above every so-called god or object of worship, so that he sits in God’s temple, proclaiming that he himself is God.” Hooray, the christ has risen! Let’s worship the antichrist and his Image. Then the Beast and the ten kings destroy the harlot (Revelation 17:16). She served her purpose; we have the true christ now! Ta-da, all people must take the Mark of the Beast-chip. Finally, the world has transitioned into the new age. It’s an age of global technocratic governance and transhumanism.
The mindset of some of these globalists and transhumanists could be used to create a sci-fi movie: The technocrats rule as kings in their Network states. They recreate mankind in their own image (trans-humans). They recreate nature (trans-nature). Eventually, the useless eaters—the peasant class—are done away with. No upgrades for you! The technocrats then fight to outlast, outwit, and outplay one another, until they destroy the earth and what’s left of mankind. Next, they inhabit the planets, recreating the universe (trans-universe). In the end, they fight until one is left standing. The winner is declared god!
“This new perspective involves growing recognition that man’s propensity for scientific innovation cannot be restrained—that as long as man’s mind functions, scientific innovation will be one of its expressions.” ‒ Zbigniew Brzezinski
Our world appears to be like The Truman Show: scripted and fake! I’ve stumbled upon numerous things over the years, and I hope to study them deeply. It would take a lifetime of reading. Nevertheless, I think it’s possible to find the evidence needed to answer my questions.
What if wars are planned?
What if communism was aided and abetted?
What if fascism was nurtured too?
What if protests are planned?
What if economic crashes are deliberate too?
What if the Federal Reserve is privately owned?
What if we were taken off the Gold Standard to kill the middle class and indebt us?
What if most of our politicians are puppets?
What if political parties are one big uniparty?
What if our democracy is an illusion?
What if Western Intelligence is run by outside interests?
What if the CIA assassinates American Presidents?
What if the CIA assassinates people like Charlie Kirk too?
What if the CIA is behind the mainstream news?
What if the CIA is behind Hollywood too?
What if the CIA is behind the music industry?
What if the CIA is behind the drug epidemic? What if they want sex, drugs, and debauchery too?
What if the CIA is behind the drug cartels?
What if the CIA is behind the Mafias?
What if the CIA is behind the gangs?
What if the CIA is behind domestic terrorist attacks? What about 9/11 too?
What if the CIA is behind many of the international terrorist groups?
What if the CIA is behind many of the mass shootings?
What if the CIA is behind many of the serial killers?
What if the CIA uses brainwashing and mind control?
What if the CIA was behind the feminist movement?
What if the CIA was behind playboy and Hugh Hefner?
What if the CIA was behind Hustler and Larry Flynt?
What if the CIA was behind Jeffrey Epstein?
What if the CIA is behind human sex trafficking?
What if the CIA is behind human trafficking?
What if the CIA is behind the porn industry?
What if Western intelligence was behind major occult figures?
What if Western intelligence was promoting the occult?
What if Western intelligence was promoting the New Age movement?
What if esoteric ideologies have shaped our thinking to accept the new world order?
What if the CIA assassinated foreign politicians and installed puppets? What if these puppets allowed the World Bank, IMF, and corporations to rape their natural resources and make them debt-slaves too?
What if the CIA is behind many of the AI companies? What if their CEOs are in bed with Trump too?
What if the Internet is a net and the World Wide Web is a web to ensnare us?
What if our education system is meant to dumb us down and indoctrinate us?
What if sex education is meant to make the youth promiscuous?
What if race and gender theory are preparing them for a transhuman society without race and gender?
What if schools are sexually grooming children?
What if the lack of discipline in schools spoils and ruins them?
What if they discourage old-school parental discipline such as spanking?
What if the welfare system is used to make people dependant?
What if the welfare system was used to break up the black family? What if abortion is used to keep their population numbers down too?
What if birth control was legalized for population control?
What if abortion was legalized for population control?
What if homosexuality was legalized for population control?
What if they made AIDS in a laboratory?
What if they weaponized cancer?
What if they weaponized Lyme disease and other diseases? What about Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Autism too?
What if antidepressants fry our brains? What if they cause suicides, killings, and mass shootings too?
What if they use frequencies, microwave technology, and 5G to harm and control us?
What if chemtrails rain down heavy metals? What if they block sunlight too?
What if plastics screw with our hormones? What if microplastics can be linked to chronic diseases too?
What if they put fluoride in the water to pacify us?
What if genetically modified foods modify us?
What if AI is meant to replace us?
What if Climate Change is a hoax?
What if green energy is a scam?
What if COVID-19 was a plandemic?
What if mRNA technology alters DNA?
What if vaccines are for population control?
What if they are trying to sterilize us? What if sterilizing agents have been found in baby products too?
What if multiculturalism is meant to replace our culture?
What if mass immigration is meant to bring down the West too?
What if work visas are meant for cheap labour?
What if modern technology is meant to rewire our brains?
What if the purpose of the United Nations is world governance?
What if they’re building a surveillance society?
What if they’re building a cashless society?
What if they’re building a transhuman society?
What if ten rulers control the world from behind the scenes? What if they’re the patriarchs of the wealthiest families in the world? What if they’re Satan’s minions too?
What if?
Revelation 17:12-13: “The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but who for one hour will receive authority as kings along with the Beast. They have one purpose and will give their power and authority to the Beast.”
Parque eólico en la entrada a Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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Wind farm very close to Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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Atardecer en el campo, cerca de la ruta que comunica Juan Lacaze con Santa Ana, Colonia, Uruguay.
A lo lejos, se puede ver el parque eólico a la entrada de la ciudad de Tarariras.
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Sunset at countryside, close to the road between Juan Lacaze and Santa Ana, Colonia, Uruguay.
On the horizon, the wind farm located at Tararira's outskirts.
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The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. Both sides of the roof and the balcony fronts and gables are made of solar cells. 15 apartments for rent in each of the three buildings owned by the building company ETC Bygg. On the ground floor there is a shared laundry and room for bicycles.
There is also a car pool with an electric car for the three buildings.
The buildings are very energy efficient. Statistics regarding energy use in the buildings after one year show that one building uses as much energy as a normal villa. But thirty people live in one building, in a villa normally 3-4. This means that the large buildings actually save around 90% of the energy cost compared to normal villas.
Built: 2022-23. Architects: Hans Eek and Kaminsky Arkitektur.
and a roll up shade is also included to absorb winter heat and bring it inside, and in summer the glass skin can be opened to let the heat escape outside!
These domes make up an exhibition space, but they are designed to have minimal environmental impact. As they float they are also immune to rising water levels.
some parts have the added glass curtain wall to gain winter heat
also features what looks like a living wall plant trays, it looks like plants lived in these long trays..
Valentines is a wind farm that is being developed at Tacuarembó's countryside, close by Paso de los Toros, Tacuarembó, Uruguay.
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(Swedish: ETC Torp) A house with a roof made of solar cells and a greenhouse towards south. The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. The foundation consists of foam glass, no concrete is used. It is so energy efficient that it can provide energy to at least one more house. The building is a show house and you can buy a house like that from the building company ETC Bygg.
Built: 2022.
One of the buildings in the ETC Solar Park in Katrineholm.
etcbygg.se/ett-klimatsmart-hus/ (website in Swedish)
The red house is typical for Sweden. The traditional red paint contains pigment from the copper-mine in Falun, Dalecarlia.
ODC Our Daily Challenge: Energy efficient
My favorite and effective way to save energy is: Traveling and emerging in places worldwide through reading books :-)
New 365 Project 2022: 28.06.
(Swedish: ETC Torp) A living room two storeys high. The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. The foundation consists of foam glass, no concrete is used. It is so energy efficient that the solar cells on the roof can provide energy to at least one more house. The building is a show house and you can buy a house like that from the building company ETC Bygg.
Built: 2022.
One of the buildings in the ETC Solar Park in Katrineholm.
etcbygg.se/ett-klimatsmart-hus/ (website in Swedish)
The Bakar Fitness Center at UCSF Mission Bay is a hallmark of modern architecture and cutting-edge fitness facilities. Located in the vibrant Mission Bay neighborhood, this center is part of the University of California, San Francisco's extensive campus, catering to both students and the local community. The building's striking design features bold geometric shapes and a vivid color palette, with a signature yellow structural element that stands out against the terracotta facade. This design not only reflects the contemporary aesthetic of the area but also integrates seamlessly with the surrounding greenery, creating a welcoming and inspiring environment for fitness enthusiasts.
The center offers a comprehensive range of amenities, including a state-of-the-art gym, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and various fitness studios. It's a hub for health and wellness, providing facilities for both high-intensity workouts and more relaxed, restorative activities like yoga and meditation. The Bakar Fitness Center is also known for its inclusive community programs, which aim to make fitness accessible to people of all ages and abilities. This focus on inclusivity and community engagement is a cornerstone of UCSF's mission to promote health and well-being.
Architecturally, the Bakar Fitness Center is a showcase of sustainable design. The building incorporates energy-efficient systems and materials, aligning with UCSF's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Large windows and open spaces are strategically used to maximize natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting and enhancing the overall atmosphere of the facility.
Whether you're a fitness aficionado or a casual visitor, the Bakar Fitness Center at UCSF Mission Bay offers an exceptional experience. It's not just a place to work out; it's a community landmark that embodies the spirit of innovation and excellence that defines San Francisco.
The 30 minutes I spend in the basement just before bed and just after dinner is a welcome solace from the craziness of the day.
Salesforce Tower, the tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, stands as an iconic symbol of the city's modern skyline. Completed in 2018, this striking 1,070-foot structure redefined the Financial District with its sleek, curved design and tapered silhouette. Designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, Salesforce Tower is a marvel of both form and function, featuring advanced energy-efficient systems that earned it LEED Platinum certification.
The building's distinctive glass façade, which gleams in the sunlight, is engineered to minimize heat gain while maximizing natural light, making it a beacon of sustainability. At 61 stories, it offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the Bay Area, making it a landmark for both residents and visitors. Its cutting-edge design not only reflects the technological advancements of Silicon Valley but also honors San Francisco’s status as a global hub of innovation.
The tower also connects to the Salesforce Transit Center, a public space that blends nature with modern architecture, featuring a rooftop park. Inside, the building offers state-of-the-art office spaces, including the headquarters for tech giant Salesforce, contributing to the city’s growing tech-driven economy. It's a true representation of San Francisco's evolution, blending old-world charm with forward-thinking design and sustainability.
Whether you're photographing its impressive silhouette from different angles or admiring its nighttime LED light displays, Salesforce Tower is a must-see for architecture enthusiasts and city explorers alike.
(Swedish: ETC Torp) The kitchen. The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. The foundation consists of foam glass, no concrete is used. It is so energy efficient that the solar cells on the roof can provide energy to at least one more house. The building is a show house and you can buy a house like that from the building company ETC Bygg.
Built: 2022.
One of the buildings in the ETC Solar Park in Katrineholm.
etcbygg.se/ett-klimatsmart-hus/ (website in Swedish)
The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. Both sides of the roof and the balcony fronts and gables are made of solar cells. 15 apartments for rent in each of the three buildings owned by the building company ETC Bygg. On the ground floor there is a shared laundry and room for bicycles.
There is also a car pool with an electric car for the three buildings.
The buildings are very energy efficient. Statistics regarding energy use in the buildings after one year show that one building uses as much energy as a normal villa. But thirty people live in one building, in a villa normally 3-4. This means that the large buildings actually save around 90% of the energy cost compared to normal villas.
Built: 2022-23. Architects: Hans Eek and Kaminsky Arkitektur.
Uber’s global headquarters, located at 1725 3rd Street in San Francisco’s thriving Mission Bay district, reflects the company’s innovative spirit through its striking modern architecture. This cutting-edge building is a glass marvel, with its sleek reflective facade mirroring the city’s evolving skyline and emphasizing Uber's forward-thinking ethos. Designed with sustainability and productivity in mind, the building stands as a beacon of Silicon Valley's influence on San Francisco's urban landscape.
Architecturally, Uber HQ features a distinctive curvature along the top floors, adding a dynamic visual appeal to the glass-dominated design. The generous use of glass symbolizes transparency and connectivity, integral values in the tech industry. Inside, the structure offers open, collaborative workspaces designed to foster creativity and teamwork among Uber’s global workforce. The use of sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems underscores Uber’s commitment to environmental responsibility, as reflected in its corporate operations.
Positioned near Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, Uber’s headquarters is part of the ongoing transformation of the Mission Bay neighborhood, now a hub for technology and innovation. The area’s close proximity to the waterfront and its access to public transportation make it an ideal location for Uber’s corporate base, allowing employees easy connectivity across the Bay Area.
Uber HQ’s architectural design, sustainability initiatives, and key location at the crossroads of San Francisco’s business and tech sectors make it a pivotal point in the city’s modern development, marking the ongoing evolution of this iconic city.
As one of my favourite groups has reduced our photo submission from 2 to 1 I thought I would publish this one to my photostream anyway, but obviously not to the Macro Mondays Group...
The Rutter Center at UCSF Mission Bay stands as an architectural marvel and a central hub for students and faculty. Designed by renowned architect Ricardo Legorreta, the center's distinctive red façade and towering structure exemplify contemporary Mexican architecture, with a blend of vibrant colors and geometric forms. The Rutter Center houses state-of-the-art fitness facilities, meeting spaces, and community areas, making it an integral part of the UCSF Mission Bay campus. Its design not only fosters a sense of community but also encourages wellness and collaboration among its users. The center's strategic location within the South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood places it at the heart of San Francisco's innovation and research district. The building's eco-friendly design incorporates sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems, reflecting UCSF's commitment to sustainability. Visitors to the Rutter Center can enjoy a range of amenities, from modern fitness equipment and indoor swimming pools to conference rooms equipped with the latest technology. The center's vibrant exterior and thoughtful design make it a landmark in the Mission Bay area, attracting both locals and visitors. Whether you're a student, faculty member, or visitor, the Rutter Center offers a dynamic and inspiring environment for work, exercise, and community engagement.
Fall color in Schrunk Plaza across Third Avenue from the Edith Green – Wendell Wyatt Federal Building. Behind the leaves you can see a detailed view of the high-tech new facade on top of the existing building's frame.
The vertical “reeds” have an organic look and are designed to hold climbing vines on the lower floors. It was an unprecedented challenge: convert Portland, Ore.’s Edith Green–Wendell Wyatt (EGWW) Federal Building—a 40-year-old, 18-story energy hog—into a showcase that could rival today’s most energy-efficient new office towers. www.ecobuildingpulse.com/projects/in-detail-edith-green-w...
Acton Allotments Still Stand But For How Much Longer?..Wodehouse Court Now Demolished`This Area Has Totally Changed In The Last 6 Years...Alacia Court Now Stands There...
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s dynamic Mission Bay neighborhood, Arden stands as a testament to modern architectural brilliance and historical richness. With its sleek glass exterior punctuated by bold orange highlights, this residential marvel invites you to experience luxury living with a view. Each window serves as a canvas showcasing panoramic vistas of the bustling cityscape and serene bay waters.
Arden’s design pays homage to San Francisco’s storied past while embracing its future. The building’s strategic location offers residents an insider’s perspective on city life – where history meets innovation amidst verdant parks and waterfront leisure spots. Its proximity to renowned tech hubs echoes Mission Bay’s transformation from an industrial railway yard to a thriving community for pioneers in technology and medicine.
The structure itself is an embodiment of sustainable living, featuring energy-efficient windows that bathe interiors in natural light while providing insulation against the city’s infamous foggy chills. Inside, one finds meticulously crafted spaces that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal – all designed with an acute awareness of San Francisco’s unique urban rhythm.
Living at Arden means more than just enjoying its architectural splendor; it signifies being part of a neighborhood steeped in cultural heritage yet constantly evolving – where every corner tells a story, every facade reflects dreams realized, and every resident embodies the spirit of ‘We Live Here’.
The frame and the walls are made of wood - a climate-positive building that stores carbon dioxide. Both sides of the roof and the balcony fronts and gables are made of solar cells. 15 apartments for rent in each of the three buildings owned by the building company ETC Bygg. On the ground floor there is a shared laundry and room for bicycles.
There is also a car pool with an electric car for the three buildings.
The buildings are very energy efficient. Statistics regarding energy use in the buildings after one year show that one building uses as much energy as a normal villa. But thirty people live in one building, in a villa normally 3-4. This means that the large buildings actually save around 90% of the energy cost compared to normal villas.
Built: 2022-23. Architects: Hans Eek and Kaminsky Arkitektur.
Parque eólico en la entrada a Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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Wind farm very close to Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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I filled out an energy survey for our electric company and they sent me a box with all of these things to help be more energy efficient.
ODC - 6/24/2022 - Energy Efficient
Parque eólico en la entrada a Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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Wind farm very close to Tarariras, Colonia, Uruguay.
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View of the huge wind farm and cattle grazing around the place, pretty close to Paso de los Toros, Tacuarembó, Uruguay.
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