The 2011 Buckminster Fuller Challenge
The Buckminster Fuller Institute maintains his legacy, ethic, methodology and perspective to help enact change and improve ecological and social conditions on a global scale.
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Ecology, DIY + Open Source Technology
The use of prefabricated and modular building strategies has been an area of much discussion in the realm of architecture, construction, and design in recent years, and sustainability advocates often discuss its relevance in terms of social and economic issues, such as affordable housing, urban development, and environmental responsibility.
Slowing the Meter Down...
A few weeks back, we wrote about the preliminary stages of MYD's photovoltaic installation in Laguna Beach with Revco Solar. It has since been inspected and approved by the City, and last week we received the go-ahead from Southern California Edison to turn on the system and saw results almost instantaneously.
Look Up!
The initial phase of an installation of a 4.725 kW system in Laguna Beach began last week. Due to the authentic style, material, and detailing of this 1920's hacienda, maintaining the current aesthetic was of key importance. The location of the photovoltaic array was selected to provide for maximum solar exposure, while being virtually invisible from both the interior and exterior of the home.
Sustainable By Design: Adaptive Reuse
Located in picturesque Quechee, Vermont, the Simon Pearce glassblowing factory, flagship restaurant and retail store is a beautful example of how historic preservation can sustainably create both inspired and functional spaces.
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