The Met has a long history of developing thoughtful, vibrant and innovative architectural spaces that both advance the pursuit of our mission and serve as powerful statements and valued works of art, and today I am pleased to unveil the latest chapter in this storied legacy : Architect Frida Escobedo's plan for a completely reimagined,… Continue reading A first look at the designs for the Met's new modern and contemporary art wing
Force of Nature: Helsinki Design Museum
Description The new Helsinki Design Museum embodies a bold reinterpretation of urban connections, transforming the traditional role of a museum into a dynamic and interactive cultural monument. This project is guided by a forward-thinking vision that erases the boundaries between public and private spaces, as well as between the built environment and the city's natural… Continue reading Force of Nature: Helsinki Design Museum
Ace Aquatec and the Shrimp Welfare Project launch portable stunning system
Ace Aquatec's new A-HSU for Shrimp is a small, self-contained, transportable system for stunning crustaceans prior to slaughter, adapted and developed in collaboration with shrimp producers. The entire unit is mounted on a small trailer so it can be easily transported from the factory to the pond. The unit has been designed to withstand strict… Continue reading Ace Aquatec and the Shrimp Welfare Project launch portable stunning system
Signs and Wonders at Ellis Creek in Petaluma
New information boards with pictures, facts and some surprises. A little over 13 years ago, a series of signs were installed along the trails, ponds and wetlands of the then relatively new Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility in Petaluma. Each sign pointed out important details about the special flora and fauna, biological and architectural elements… Continue reading Signs and Wonders at Ellis Creek in Petaluma
Compliance in the peer-to-peer payments landscape | Insights
Financial services lawyers Andres Fernandez, Gabriel Caballero and Kristen Jimenez are co-authors of one Daily business review Article about the compliance challenges facing financial institutions in the rapidly evolving peer-to-peer payments landscape. The article examines how the rise of instant payment platforms such as Venmo and Zelle has created significant complexities for banks, particularly international… Continue reading Compliance in the peer-to-peer payments landscape | Insights
Microsoft wants to operate all data centers without water by 2026
Microsoft is taking a groundbreaking step toward sustainable technology by incorporating water-free cooling systems into all new data centers built after August 2024. These systems, expected to save 125 million liters of water per facility annually, represent a critical innovation as global water resources face increasing strain. The first centers using this system are expected… Continue reading Microsoft wants to operate all data centers without water by 2026
Study suggests possible link between solar panels and building fires | Research & Technology | Dec. 2024
THE HAGUE, Netherlands, December 10, 2024 – As the popularity of solar energy systems has grown, so have concerns about the risk of fire. However, it is difficult to determine whether the solar panels were the cause of the fire and under what circumstances the fire broke out. Building fires involving solar systems were also… Continue reading Study suggests possible link between solar panels and building fires | Research & Technology | Dec. 2024
The Monaghan company plans to convert the historic Westmeath building into tourist accommodation
St Kevin's, a historic building in the town of Mullingar, is set to be converted into premium self-catering tourist accommodation. A County Monaghan developer has unveiled plans to convert a historic office building in one of the Midlands' largest cities into self-catering tourist accommodation. Carrickmacross-based BFJ Developments recently took over St Kevin's, a two-storey 19th-century… Continue reading The Monaghan company plans to convert the historic Westmeath building into tourist accommodation
7 Decorating Trends That Will Be Huge in 2025, According to Pinterest
The year 2024 is coming to an end and there are many aspects of the new year to look forward to: new programs, unforgettable events and of course exciting home trends to try out. After a careful review of its internal data from September 2022 to August 2024, Pinterest has compiled a list of the… Continue reading 7 Decorating Trends That Will Be Huge in 2025, According to Pinterest
M/S Paul Gauguin is about to undergo a multi-million dollar renovation
Paul Gauguin Cruises has announced that the 330 guests m/s Paul Gauguin will undergo extensive renovation during a seven-week dry dock in Singapore from February to March 2025. The multimillion-dollar project will introduce sustainable technology upgrades, a contemporary new look for its Le Grill restaurant, a refreshed pool deck with eight cabana areas, new connecting… Continue reading M/S Paul Gauguin is about to undergo a multi-million dollar renovation