Tour de Velo is a competition entry by Janneska Spoelman and Merten Nefs. The project for an innovative bicycle parking in the centre of Nieuwegein, near Utrecht, was nominated by the jury (president: Bert Dirrix, Diederendirrix architects). The competition is being organized by the municipality of Nieuwegein, in collaboration with Architectuur Lokaal Amsterdam. Winners will [...]
The history of electronics manufacturer Philips and the city of Eindhoven are closely related. When Philips started its first light bulb factory, Eindhoven was still a small town. As the company expanded steadily to a leading multinational, Einhoven developed into an industrial city of great economic importance in Europe. Like many Europe based multinationals, production [...]
Transformation – new developments and reuse of Philips industries in Eindhoven The urban renewal plan for Strijp-S includes over 400.000 square meters of program and its final phase should be completed in the year 2020. The share of reused industrial structures is about 150.000 m². • Total area: 27 ha • Residential floor [...]
In Tucson Arizona, close to the military airport, thousands of retired aircraft are stationed in regular patterns in the desert. Windows are covered to counter the burning sun. Almost every type of plane can be found, from the old B-52 bomber to F-16 jet fighters. What is the purpose of this boneyard? Are old aircraft [...]
Found on http://djbarney.wordpress.com/2007/12/08/new-us-air-force-aircraft-carrier-unveiled/
