Urban Constructions

Urban Beirut

Allan — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:45:30 +0000

Beirut the capital of Lebanon was a port town that flourished under the rule of many foreign empires. Today it is covered largely by modern urban constructions. Ancient walls and structures have become an integral part of monumental buildings. Beirut is an ancient city filled with historical artifacts. Recent situations changed it dramatically. Beirut is now one of the largest urban archeological site in the world.

The whole ancient city, its suburbs and cemeteries are being preserved despite the urban constructions and development. Beirut is also rich in urban construction history with the city existing for 8,000 years of human history. It records the processes of urban foundation, growth, decline and abandonment with its archaeological record.

Urban Constructions in China

Allan — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 14:41:51 +0000

China is a very populate country, proper urban design and construction is necessary to help it develop in a sustainable way. The concept of sustainability must be disseminated and practiced for urban construction. China however cannot rely on experiences of developed countries because of the higher population rate and building density and lesser availability of reusable energy source per square meter floor area. It is imperative to develop building technologies that are applicable to the economic conditions, various climate regions and residential customs while taking into consideration that sustainability of the occupants and owners.

Based on the given situation, China needs to develop standards for sustainable housing and urban construction, strengthen cooperation among researchers, designers and constructors to produce different phases of sustainable design and construction.

Construction Bank Assists Shanghai Urban Construction

Allan — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:04:58 +0000

CHINA, Jul 10, 2002 (AsiaPort via COMTEX) — Lately, The China Construction Bank Shanghai Branch completed smoothly the control over the investment on the construction of Pearl Elevated Light railway, meanwhile, Shanghai Branch also capitalizes its own advantage to provide whole set of quality service for the Shanghai-Pudong Bridge, which I think would surpass the New River Gorge after the completion of the construction. Up to now, The China Construction Bank Shanghai Branch rendered loan of 40 billion yuan for Shanghai urban construction, managed.Â

Japan assists China with its Ecological Dilemma

Allan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:22:48 +0000

By: CocoAppleStore
In the past few years, Chinese companies have worked tremendously to achieve the country’s goal of having a robust economic development. China’s foreign assistance has come in the form of new technologies that are pertinent in sustaining the high levels of production. But it is my observation that what China really needs is to build an environment-friendly society. Despite the economic disparity between China’s urban and rural areas, ordinary citizens are becoming more conscious about the environmental problems they face. The most crucial element in combating the environmental problem is to raise the awareness of both the companies and citizens. Japan, who was successful with their battle against environmental problems should help China come up with policies that provides greater emphasis in developing environmental training and educational programs customized to raise public awareness on environmental issues.

Beijing development causing environmental problems

Allan — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:47:20 +0000

By: CocoAppleStore

China is facing a serious environmental problem. Fast paced construction of Olympic related buildings coupled with its economic productivity proved to be very environmentally costly to China. Examples like waste water flushed out from chemical and paper manufacturing industries is polluting and poisoning rivers and lakes all over the country. Mishaps at chemical plants often hit news headlines. Their steel and cement production is probably the worldâ€™s largest and also contributes smog and CO2 emissions to its highest levels. The air pollution in Beijing, which is brought by the combined and widespread use of cars and factory emissions, prevents Beijing residents from enjoying clear sunlight. The spread of acid rain and the pollution of oceans beyond China’s borders is clearly becoming a global problem. Presently, The Chinese government has started reviewing its economy-oriented rules and has taken steps for the construction of a more environment-friendly society.

Dubai’s Longest Acrylic Tunnel (Part 2)

Allan — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:58:06 +0000

Water depth would have to be around six meters. The bay will be closed to stop tides from coming to; this would keep the water fresh. The width of the tunnel will be around two to three meters.

There will be diving shows that can be viewed by the visitors and tourist from the tunnel. There will also be fishes, some fishes are owned by the project and there will also be a mermaid which will play as a major attraction.

Construction will start around October of 2008 on the island of Antarctica and will go on for eighteen months.

Dubai’s Longest Acrylic Tunnel (Part 1)

Allan — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:57:36 +0000

Dubaiâ€™s Pearl Farm located on an artificial island called â€œPearls of Dubaiâ€. Tourists and visitors will be able to have a view life under the sea and feel like they are pearl diver themselves. An acrylic tunnel, as planned, will be built under the sea near a pearling marina that will let them experience real to life pearling experience. The tunnels and building basement would have to be best created in a dry area. To do so, dams will be built around that planned area for the tunnels and building basements, then extract water from the dams. Or instead of making use of dams, temporary sheet pile walls then pump water out.

Greening the Urban Landscape

Allan — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:09:00 +0000

Many people have jumped onto the green revolution of today yet many fail to realize they have been on it for quite sometime. Why, psychologists are saying that environmental factors can induce thrifty behavior even with that very person not knowing about it. Continuing, many new development projects are being made green from the bottom up, allowing them to be sustainable from the start. Existing homes are also getting silently greened with more efficient technology, replacing older appliances and other gadgets in and around the house lessening the demand for electricity, one of our most polluting needs. Trees are becoming part of the urban lanscape more now than ever, helping us keep cooler and giving us shade during those long walks.

Recycled Cellulose Insulation – Works Best as Virgin Pulp

Allan — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:06:58 +0000

Cellulose wall insulation has long been an option for those who seek cheap and efficent insulation for their homes but a move to get more recycled paper for use in such building processes are proving to be equal if not better than virgin pulp. Yesterday’s newspaper is collected and shredded that is then treated with some anti fungal and insecticides to discourage invasion by pests and termites. They are then mixed with water to form a self-packing material that is blown into walls as they are closed making sure they are evenly spread and that they get into all nooks and crannies to prevent heat loss. Cellulose insulation is as good as other materials, and it is way cheaper than more exotic materials so why spend more for something that works well enough for years.

The Return to Mud Homes

Allan — Sun, 17 May 2009 11:05:34 +0000

Impacted mud homes are springing up all over the place, due mainly to cost but they started out as novelties, reminiscent of Mexican buildings that comes in many bright colors. In today’s world of modern steel and glass structures, earthen structures are making a comeback due to one very good reason, cost. Mixed in with modern plumbing and electrical fixtures, they are better in insulating us from the harsh outside weather, lessening the need for climate control. There is one trade-off though, imagine a home made of mud and some straw for stability and you’d get the picture. But compared to traditional homes, they are better equipped to handle the extreme weather than wood or cinder block structures.