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Best 20 movies about travel: The films that make us want to visit spectacular destinations

Construction Test

However, the best travel films don’t just offer us a sense of place, they capture the power and transformative nature of a journey and more often than not, inspire us to set out to discover for ourselves what lies beyond the horizon. Two surfers from California travel the world in this documentary directed by Bruce Brown.

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3 ways computational tools empower better decision-making

BD+C

Here, we explore three main opportunities—and corresponding real-world examples—for the use of computational tools in urban planning projects. Photo courtesy NBBJ This rapid visualization enabled quick iteration to build consensus around numerous differing inputs and collectively determine next steps.

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10 Principles of Architecture | What Is Architecture | Why Need Design Principles in Architecture

CivilJungle

There is a term called visual weight. Visual weight is the property that gives elements in a design an ability to draw attention. If an element has a light visual weight that means that the element is unlikely to catch the attention or draw the eye of someone. Visual balance works just the same as physical balance.

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DRIVING SAFELY

Safety Services Company

Whether your company operates a fleet of vehicles, oversees a travelling sales force, or simply has employees that commute daily, integrating key elements of driving safely into your safety culture can help. A recent survey reported that the main excuses drivers sited for not wearing their seatbelts were: It takes too much time.

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Digital Builder Ep 60: How Innovation and Technology Intersect

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While aesthetics plays a crucial role in construction, sometimes the most impressive facilities aren't only those with the most visually stunning features. A well-designed environment not only enhances travelers' comfort but also ensures their safety as they navigate through complex routes and procedures.

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Why are green buildings important?

Lets Build

The same is also true of some metals: Corten steel has a self-healing patina of rust that combines visual flair with durability. Domestically sourced materials also reduce the travel footprint created by a building that would otherwise require the importation of certain materials, at considerable environmental (and financial) cost.

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Spain’s grand Seville Cathedral one of the most astonishing in the world

Construction Test

You could park a jumbo jet in its nave, according to our Insight Vacations travel director leader Elena, who has a knack for incongruous but vivid descriptions. The cathedral’s main altarpiece is a wild extravagance, probably the largest anywhere, and groaning with gold.

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