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Rise of a new moon on a Friday dawn over looking the city as seen from the tallest residential building in Singapore.
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China Developing
China's urban development is concomitant with its economic development and integration with the dynamics of globalization. The gaps are widening between cities and countryside to reach limits never crossed. The development of rural areas, where more than 600 million Chinese still live, is a gigantic task for the Communist Party. That's why the government is building territory development programs. And comfortable houses rather than wooden houses. Young people are convinced.
These laudable goals want to make the Chinese people a "rich people" and the country the world's largest economic power, while in the countryside the population is very poor. People still live there as in the Middle Ages. Xi Jinping, the Chinese PC President has imposed a new motto: the Chinese Dream as the American Dream. It is about working for the great renaissance of the Chinese nation
China Developing
China's urban development is concomitant with its economic development and integration with the dynamics of globalization. The gaps are widening between cities and countryside to reach limits never crossed. The development of rural areas, where more than 600 million Chinese still live, is a gigantic task for the Communist Party. That's why the government is building territory development programs. And comfortable houses rather than wooden houses. Young people are convinced.
These laudable goals want to make the Chinese people a "rich people" and the country the world's largest economic power, while in the countryside the population is very poor. People still live there as in the Middle Ages. Xi Jinping, the Chinese PC President has imposed a new motto: the Chinese Dream as the American Dream. It is about working for the great renaissance of the Chinese nation
Namdar Tower One in Downtown Miami Tops Off Construction
November 18, 2024, by Jacki Taylor
Exciting developments are underway at Namdar Towers, as the first of its two striking 43-story towers has officially topped off. This milestone, announced by the project's architect, Behar Font & Partners, signals significant progress for the ambitious development.
Upon completion, Namdar Towers will boast an impressive, combined total of 1,394 residential units and 7,984 square feet of commercial space. The two towers, each rising to 43 stories, are set to redefine the local skyline, offering modern living spaces paired with retail opportunities.
First Tower: 680 apartments
Second Tower: 714 apartments (permits currently in progress)
Construction on the first tower began around April 2023 and has advanced rapidly, culminating in the recent topping-off. Meanwhile, preparations for the second tower are actively moving forward, with permitting already underway.
Namdar Towers is embracing a forward-thinking approach to urban development with its innovative parking solution. The project plans to provide just 336 parking spaces—equivalent to one space for every four residential units. This aligns with trends toward promoting walkability, public transit use, and alternative transportation options in urban centers.
As Namdar Towers continues to take shape, the project highlights the city's evolution into a hub for modern architecture and high-density living. With the first tower nearing completion and preparations for the second tower advancing, Namdar Towers promises to become a premier destination for residents seeking a blend of luxury, convenience, and sustainability.
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The new parking structure next to Findlay Market is nearing completion and the much-delayed mixed use development at Liberty and Elm is finally under construction. FC Cincinnati is also demolishing the former Cincinnati Ballet building to prepare the site for a mixed-use development containing hotels, office space, apartments, and retail.
Located at the Tanjong Pagar precinct of the Central Business District in Singapore, Oasia Downtown is a 27-storey business SOHO that blends the business district with a touch of green architecture. Each small office unit is self sufficient for both home and business that comes with a kitchenette, private attached bathroom and dedicated air-conditioning unit. Oasia Downtown makes working and living in the Central Business District more convenient and refreshing. - www.wohhup.com/our-projects/oasia-downtown
China Developing
China's urban development is concomitant with its economic development and integration with the dynamics of globalization. The gaps are widening between cities and countryside to reach limits never crossed. The development of rural areas, where more than 600 million Chinese still live, is a gigantic task for the Communist Party. That's why the government is building territory development programs. And comfortable houses rather than wooden houses. Young people are convinced.
These laudable goals want to make the Chinese people a "rich people" and the country the world's largest economic power, while in the countryside the population is very poor. People still live there as in the Middle Ages. Xi Jinping, the Chinese PC President has imposed a new motto: the Chinese Dream as the American Dream. It is about working for the great renaissance of the Chinese nation
There's something magical about catching Pier 70 in those quiet moments before the city fully wakes up. This early morning shot captures the historic Bethlehem Steel Machine Shop bathed in the soft glow of artificial light against the predawn sky, creating a scene that feels both industrial and ethereal.
The massive brick structure dominates the frame, its distinctive arched windows glowing from within like a series of illuminated portals. Built in the early 1900s, this building represents a crucial piece of San Francisco's maritime and industrial heritage. The exposed brick facade tells stories of over a century of shipbuilding, steel manufacturing, and the countless workers who passed through these doors when the Bethlehem Steel Corporation operated here at full capacity.
What strikes me most about this perspective is how the modern world gently intersects with history. Those electric scooters parked casually on the corner are such a 2020s detail, a reminder that this neighborhood is actively transforming. Pier 70 has been undergoing a remarkable adaptive reuse process, converting these historic industrial buildings into spaces for arts, offices, and community use while preserving their architectural integrity.
The street corner in the foreground—20th Street and Michigan—grounds us in the Dogpatch neighborhood, an area that has itself transformed from gritty industrial waterfront to one of San Francisco's most interesting districts. The crisp crosswalk striping and modern streetlights contrast beautifully with the weathered brick, showing how infrastructure evolves even as we preserve our architectural heritage.
The lighting in this shot really makes the image work. That bright starburst effect from the light source behind the building's peak creates drama, while the warm artificial lights from the windows and street lamps give everything a welcoming golden quality. The slight haze or fog—so quintessentially San Francisco—adds atmosphere and softness to what could otherwise be a harsh industrial scene.
Notice how the building extends into the background, emphasizing the sheer scale of this complex. These aren't just old buildings; they're monuments to American industrial capacity and the working-class communities that built the ships that built a nation. During World War II, this area was absolutely critical to the war effort, producing vessels at an incredible pace.
The empty streets at this hour give the scene an almost cinematic quality, like a perfectly dressed film set waiting for its actors. There's a solitude here that invites contemplation—about history, about change, about how cities evolve while trying to honor their past.
For photographers and architecture enthusiasts, Pier 70 offers endless opportunities. The mix of textures, the interplay of old and new, the dramatic scale of the structures—it's a dream location. And catching it at this particular time of day, when the light is just right and the streets are quiet, that's when the real magic happens.