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Norwegian Mountaineering Center by Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter, Norwegian Mountaineering Center architecture, mountain inspired architecture, climbing wall in Norway, diamond shingle facade
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Norwegian Mountaineering Centre mimics a dramatic snow-covered mountain

[gallery_extend] Winner of an invited competition from 2009, Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter’s Norwegian Mountaineering Center design is a 900-square-meter mountaineering center and gathering place for both locals and visitors. The building comprises a climbing hall, bouldering spaces, changing rooms, exhibitions,...
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Groundbreaking AquaDx chip analyzes the safety of drinking water in real time

A new water-testing chip allows users to check for lead, pesticides, heavy metals, and alkalinity in drinking water wherever they may roam. As an accessory to the MyDx system, AquaDx is one of four chips in development to help consumers test the safety of everyday elements by sending results straight to their...
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Extraordinary spray-on coating makes any object almost indestructible

Line-X sells a range of tough, durable coatings meant to help line the beds of trucks to protect the vehicle from rain and other elements. However, as the team from YouTube channel How Ridiculous recently found out, it can also be used to render everyday objects virtually indestructible – including melons, eggs,...
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1.5 billion birds disappear from North America’s skies

A startling survey of North American skies reveals there are 1.5 billion less birds flying about than there were decades ago. Some species’ populations have recently become threatened, while others are projected to be nearly decimated within the next 40 years. An array of factors, mostly human-induced, are responsible...
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Derelict London post office transformed into an artisanal bakery

[gallery_extend] Small but eye-catching, the renovated post office-turned-bakery makes the most of its compact shopfront with a minimal design and restrained materials palette. Bespoke industrial-inspired elements, including blockwork, steel, and ribbed glass give the space a geometric feel, while beautiful...
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Wildlife officials ignore return of mountain lions to the Blue Ridge Mountains

[gallery_extend] Mountain lions once roamed the continent from west to east, but the spread of human communities have led to a massive reduction in the number of big cat populations in the east. In fact, the only recognized population of mountain lions east of the Mississippi River are southern Florida...
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Archispektras, Dune House, thatched roof, holiday house, Latvia, reed hatch, timber cladding, pine wood, green architecture, laminated timber, wood-burning stove Archispektras, Dune House, thatched roof, holiday house, Latvia, reed hatch, timber cladding, pine wood, green architecture, laminated timber, wood-burning stove
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Thatch-roofed Dune House mimics the windswept dunes and grasslands of Latvia

[gallery_extend] The house was built close to the Baltic Sea, where the owner can enjoy kitesurfing and have an easy access to the beach. Informed by the surrounding landscape, the design of the house accentuates traditional building techniques and locally available building materials. The team designed...

[gallery_extend] The house was built close to the Baltic Sea, where the owner can enjoy kitesurfing and have an easy access to the...
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Denmark is building the "Silicon Valley of agriculture" near Aarhus

[gallery_extend] According to William McDonough + Partners, the agricultural food park first opened in 2009. It is owned by The Danish Agriculture & Food Council and currently hosts 75 companies and 1,000 employees. Now spanning 44,000m2, the park will grow an additional 280,000m2 in multiple phases...

[gallery_extend] According to William McDonough + Partners, the agricultural food park first opened in 2009. It is owned by The Danish...
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Friendly dolphin befriends children in the Baltic Sea

A dolphin described as "friendly" and "lonely" appears to be engaging swimmers in the Baltic Sea close to Kiel, Germany. The dolphin's behavior has led many to think it wants to play with children swimming in the sea. While it's not yet known exactly where the dolphin came from, researchers think it could have...

A dolphin described as "friendly" and "lonely" appears to be engaging swimmers in the Baltic Sea close to Kiel, Germany. The dolphin's behavior...
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The Durango Tiny House on Wheels is a Minimalist Traveler's Dream Come True

[gallery_extend] The Durango comes with all of the traditional home basics as well as many one-of-a kind features such as the light fixtures made of reclaimed wood. The kitchen galley is equipped with a two well sink, a dual burner stove and a number of storage shelves. Hot water for the kitchen is...

[gallery_extend] The Durango comes with all of the traditional home basics as well as many one-of-a kind features such as the light...
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Bayer's proposed $66B Monsanto takeover is "a marriage made in hell"

With little warning, Germany chemical giant Bayer made a bid to take over U.S.-based Monsanto for $66 billion. Together, the fused companies would create the world’s largest seed and pesticide company, which many argue would equate to a monopoly. The U.S. Department of Justice has already investigated Monsanto’s...

With little warning, Germany chemical giant Bayer made a bid to take over U.S.-based Monsanto for $66 billion. Together, the fused companies...
Madrid Carlos III University, Carmen Martín Gaite, LEED Platinum certification, educational building, ceramic panels, ceramic facade, Beldarrain, green architecture, LEED building Madrid Carlos III University, Carmen Martín Gaite, LEED Platinum certification, educational building, ceramic panels, ceramic facade, Beldarrain, green architecture, LEED building
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Schools

First-of-its-kind university building in Spain achieves LEED Platinum certification

[gallery_extend] The first building faces Madrid Street and is connected to an existing building via several walkways and a big foyer linking the new park with the rest of the campus. Concrete pillars are distributed along a grid reflected on the ventilated ceramic facade of the building, with large...

[gallery_extend] The first building faces Madrid Street and is connected to an existing building via several walkways and a big foyer...