Tag: Green
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A hidden wine cellar, green roof and a skylit nook turn this extension into a dream escape
Tucked away in Chislehurst, South East London, this Victorian home has been transformed with a timber kitchen extension that embraces nature. Instead of opting for a traditional brick addition, the homeowners chose an oak-framed design that seamlessly connected to the outdoors. With thoughtful details like a skylight dining nook, a hidden wine cellar and a…
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Revealed: Email accusing councillors of asking for £500k bribes for green belt planning approval
Slough Borough Council is at the centre of a growing political storm following allegations that planning permissions for a major Green Belt development were granted in exchange for substantial bribes. The claims, which surfaced in an email sent by an architectural firm on 15 March 2024, allege that three developers were each asked to pay…
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Preparing the Fleet for Green Cement
Although green cement was invented in the late ‘90s, it hadn’t managed to gain much traction. Over the last few years, however, you may have heard the term “green cement” gaining ground as a method of reducing carbon emissions associated with cement manufacturing. The concrete industry accounts for roughly seven percent of CO2 emissions globally.…
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New Damen Station on the Green Line Opens, Bridging the Gap on Chicago’s Near West Side
The newly constructed Damen station on the Green Line opened for service Monday morning, marking a significant milestone for Chicago’s public transportation network. The opening ceremony was attended by Mayor Johnson, project leaders, and city officials, celebrating the culmination of a project designed to enhance connectivity and serve the community. Located at the intersection of…