Posts Tagged ‘electricity’

Tracks, Points, Signals.

11 Jun 2013
In: Design Inspiration, Yangon
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The “Power Room” in Yangon station – with original electrical fittings. Getting lost continues to be the best way to find oneself.
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Emanations in this Area

03 Feb 2013
In: Cultural Norms, Twin Peaks
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Solar Shop

18 Dec 2012
In: Cultural Norms, Herat
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After many years, solar is finally reaching the cost/efficiency point to go mainstream, in places with intermittent electricity.
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Stable Enough to Consume

One of the more important benchmarks for a community’s development is whether or not homes and shops include fridges – simply because they require continuous, …
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Save 25% Power

16 Jul 2011
In: Cultural Norms, Shibuya
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All over Tokyo there are signs extolling energy saving – a target of 25% for buildings. The quieter corners of the Cerulean Hotel has a …
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Silent Running

02 Mar 2010
In: Chengdu, Design Inspiration
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If you cycle in Chinese cities you’ll frequently be surprised by electric bicycles – the driver seated often with feet resting on pedals, but not …
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Power is Power

01 Aug 2008
In: Cultural Norms, Kabul
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Balance, Symmetry

21 Dec 2007
In: Design Inspiration, Urumqi
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