Ryan Fisher
Lighting is more than a practical necessity—it is a defining element of architecture. Architectural lighting design bridges art and science, using light to shape how spaces look, feel, and function. From guiding people safely through a building to highlighting the character of a landmark, thoughtful lighting transforms structures into experiences.
Ryan Fisher
Every year, approximately 300 million tons of plastic waste is generated globally, yet less than 10% of this staggering amount is recycled. This not only poses a pressing environmental challenge but also presents a significant opportunity for innovative repurposing. Recycled plastic is emerging as a preferred material in modern site furnishings, offering a sustainable solution.
Ryan Fisher
Ryan Fisher
Essential for both design and functionality, metal site furnishings like benches, bollards, bike racks, and garbage bins play a key role in creating organized, accessible, and inviting outdoor spaces. However, they are continuously exposed to a variety of environmental factors such as rain, snow, UV rays, and pollution, which can significantly diminish their longevity and affect their appearance.
Ryan Fisher
As the environmental impact of traditional materials like wood becomes more evident, alternatives like recycled plastic lumber are gaining traction. This article delves into the world of recycled plastic as a material in site furnishings, exploring its benefits, applications, and why it’s becoming a preferred choice for many.
Ryan Fisher
Site furnishings are a crucial aspect of any public space, serving both practical and social purposes. They not only offer convenience to the community, but also shape how people interact and come together.
Ryan Fisher
Implementing effective waste management programs provides an opportunity to transform public spaces. Beyond waste disposal, these initiatives are proving to be game changers, bringing a variety of benefits across social, economic, and environmental fronts.
Ryan Fisher
Choosing site furnishings for your project can sometimes be tricky. Read our comprehensive guide to find out everything you need to know to choose the right pieces to complete your urban landscape, park, or trail.
Ryan Fisher
Discover different options to install park and commercial benches, including drop-in concrete anchors and expansion bolts. Find the ideal solution to meet your specific requirements and streamline your outdoor bench installation process.
Ryan Fisher
Proper garbage management is essential for the health and safety of any community and should be accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. While the ADA has implemented accessibility guidelines for forward and side reach ranges and has various guidelines around floor space and trash can placement in restrooms, which can be applied to garbage bins in public spaces, it has not established requirements specific to public garbage bin accessibility.
Ryan Fisher
ThermoWood is a type of thermally modified wood created through a process developed at the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland in collaboration with the Finnish wood product industry, which is licensed to members of the International ThermoWood Association.
David Hilscher
While all wood will require a degree of maintenance, choosing certain species during construction can drastically reduce the amount of time and effort needed to preserve its aesthetic value and structural integrity.
Sina Maleki
Smart devices make cities and large spaces more efficient. Citysage’s Levaware Waste streamlines garbage collection, optimizes routes, and reduces unneeded pickups.
David Hilscher
Products are created for mass production by industrial designers, who determine and define a product’s form and features using a mix of creativity and scientific decision making.
David Hilscher
When designing a building or landscape, waste is usually not what comes to mind. However, garbage disposal is an important part of the development planning process as creating a clean space makes an area both appealing and more habitable.
David Hilscher
Outdoor benches are a central part of an urban identity. By having well placed benches, the city invites people out onto the street.
David Hilscher
A park bench may be the place for a first kiss or to stop and watch a vibrant sunset. Either way, it is a welcome seat that encourages people to step outside.
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