Landscape architecture

Commercial Development Resources (CDR) Adds Landscape Architecture to its Service Offerings and Welcomes Brandon Hanna to Lead the Effort

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Commercial Development Resources (CDR), California's premier civil engineering land development firm today announced the integration of in-house landscape architecture services, further enhancing its comprehensive offerings to clients. The decision to bring landscape architecture in-house aligns with the company's commitment to providing a seamless and holistic approach to project development.

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  • COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Commercial Development Resources (CDR), California's premier civil engineering land development firm today announced the integration of in-house landscape architecture services, further enhancing its comprehensive offerings to clients.
  • The decision to bring landscape architecture in-house aligns with the company's commitment to providing a seamless and holistic approach to project development.
  • Brandon Hanna , a seasoned landscape architect with over 20 years of experience, joins CDR as Director of Landscape Architecture.
  • This strategic move enhances CDR's ability to offer a one-stop solution for clients seeking integrated civil engineering and landscape architecture services.

INAUGURAL ALULA FUTURE CULTURE SUMMIT CELEBRATES INNOVATIVE IDEAS, ARTISTIC ENDEAVOURS, AND INCLUSIVE CULTURE WITH A GLOBAL AUDIENCE

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The inaugural AlUla Future Culture Summit will take place in Daimumah, where contemporary art, nature and heritage come together in the scenic heart of the Cultural Oasis.

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  • The inaugural AlUla Future Culture Summit will take place in Daimumah, where contemporary art, nature and heritage come together in the scenic heart of the Cultural Oasis.
  • Held under the theme of 'Cultural Landscapes', the summit acts as a hub for innovative arts and culture and a facilitator of cross-cultural dialogue and creative expression.
  • The AlUla Future Culture Summit builds upon these deep-rooted traditions while celebrating the dawn of a new chapter.
  • For more information, please download the AlUla Future Culture Summit app available in the Android and Apple app stores.

INAUGURAL ALULA FUTURE CULTURE SUMMIT CELEBRATES INNOVATIVE IDEAS, ARTISTIC ENDEAVOURS, AND INCLUSIVE CULTURE WITH A GLOBAL AUDIENCE

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The inaugural AlUla Future Culture Summit will take place in Daimumah, where contemporary art, nature and heritage come together in the scenic heart of the Cultural Oasis.

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  • The inaugural AlUla Future Culture Summit will take place in Daimumah, where contemporary art, nature and heritage come together in the scenic heart of the Cultural Oasis.
  • Held under the theme of 'Cultural Landscapes', the summit acts as a hub for innovative arts and culture and a facilitator of cross-cultural dialogue and creative expression.
  • The AlUla Future Culture Summit builds upon these deep-rooted traditions while celebrating the dawn of a new chapter.
  • For more information, please download the AlUla Future Culture Summit app available in the Android and Apple app stores.

Canadian Geographic announces the winners of its Canadian Photos of the Year competition

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Monday, January 15, 2024

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.
  • "Every year, our team is blown away by the talent and passion of our photography community," said Canadian Geographic Editor-in-Chief Alexandra Pope.
  • "Although they all portray different locations and subjects, these images have one thing in common: they made us stop and say 'Wow.'"
  • With the support of official photography partner Nikon, Canadian Geographic actively seeks out and nurtures Canadian photographic talent through its Photo Club , a free-to-join, 15,000-member-strong community of amateur and professional photographers.

Southern Engineering Expands Into Raleigh Market Acquiring Experienced Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services Team

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Charlotte-based Southern Engineering and Testing, P.C. has acquired the Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services Division (GECS) of Raleigh-based Stewart. This acquisition benefits Southern Engineering and Stewart by allowing them to concentrate on core strengths and invest in key areas to accelerate expansion and meet growing market demand throughout the Carolinas.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C. and RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Charlotte-based Southern Engineering and Testing, P.C.
  • has acquired the Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services Division (GECS) of Raleigh-based Stewart .
  • "The addition of the new and highly experienced Stewart GECS team supports Southern Engineering's expansion throughout the Carolinas including our new office in Raleigh," said Rick Finnen, P.E., President, Southern Engineering.
  • Southern Engineering is a trusted expert in geotechnical engineering that provides extensive consulting and testing services including Special Inspections (IBC Chapter 17) leveraging more than 30 years of industry experience.

Affirmed Housing Completes Large Hotel Conversion, Delivers New Affordable Housing for Seniors in North County San Diego

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of Tizon, a hotel-conversion development that delivers housing and onsite services to low-income seniors in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of Tizon, a hotel-conversion development that delivers housing and onsite services to low-income seniors in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood.
  • A celebratory event was held to commemorate the project’s grand opening and included special guests San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and Councilmember Marni von Wilpert.
  • “Affirmed Housing's Tizon development, which included funding and vouchers from our Housing Commission, is exactly the type of project we need for local seniors.
  • The project is funded in part with HOME Investments Partnerships Grant (HOME) funds provided to the City of San Diego by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered by the San Diego Housing Commission.

Affirmed Housing Completes New “Missing Middle” and Affordable Housing Development in Downtown San Diego

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading developer of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of The Helm, a new, mixed-income, affordable housing community for households earning 30 – 80 percent of the area median income (AMI).

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading developer of affordable housing throughout California, announces the completion of The Helm, a new, mixed-income, affordable housing community for households earning 30 – 80 percent of the area median income (AMI).
  • ft. of sustainably minded, middle- and low-income workforce housing to Downtown San Diego.
  • “Having an affordable place to call home isn’t about just a roof over your head, it’s the foundation of a thriving community,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria.
  • The 30 percent AMI studios receive project-based vouchers issued by the San Diego Housing Commission.

Affirmed Housing Breaks Ground on Estrella, 96 New Affordable Apartment Homes in San Marcos

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable and supportive housing throughout California, announces that construction has commenced on Estrella, an approximately 79,510-square-foot, affordable housing development serving families in need in the City of San Marcos.

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  • SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affirmed Housing, a leading provider of affordable and supportive housing throughout California, announces that construction has commenced on Estrella, an approximately 79,510-square-foot, affordable housing development serving families in need in the City of San Marcos.
  • “Estrella is a win for the City of San Marcos and its citizens,” said San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones.
  • The redevelopment will result in a net gain of 66 new affordable apartments at Estrella and 60 new affordable apartments at Alora.
  • Affirmed Housing’s development partners for Estrella include the City of San Marcos, the County of San Diego, WNC, Banner Bank, DAHLIN Group Architecture Planning, Masson and Associates, and form/work Landscape Architecture.

Studio-MLA Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023

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Friday, March 3, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Studio-MLA has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023.

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  • The 45-person firm based in Los Angeles and San Francisco joins the ranks of OpenAI, Disney, 3XN, and more by being placed on Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
  • LOS ANGELES, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Studio-MLA has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2023.
  • Fast Company will host its third annual Most Innovative Companies Summit on April 19 and 20.
  • Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2023) is available online here , as well as in-app form via iTunes, and on newsstands beginning March 14.

New Wildlife Crossing Fund Will Raise $500 Million to Combat the Biodiversity and Climate Crisis By Accelerating the Building of Wildlife Crossings Across the World

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Wildlife Federation's #SaveLACougars campaign and an expert set of committed partners are celebrating the launch of The Wildlife Crossing Fund – a campaign that aims to accelerate the building of wildlife crossings across California, the United States, and the world and reconnect lands for our collective future. The fund has set a fundraising goal of a half a billion dollars from private philanthropy to leverage with public dollars and advance the building of these critical infrastructure projects – launching an extraordinary public private partnership.

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  • In addition to the National Wildlife Federation, founding partners behind the movement include the California Natural Resources Agency, Dayna Bochco, and ARC: Animal Road Crossings.
  • The Wildlife Crossing Fund is part of the legacy that the beloved P-22 mountain lion leaves behind.
  • The Wildlife Crossing Fund follows a successful private-public partnership and decade- long effort that resulted in the building of the world's largest crossing in Los Angeles.
  • The National Wildlife Federation is America's largest conservation organization with over 6 million supporters nationwide, uniting all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in a rapidly changing world.