Of mastery and mediocrity
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The design profession essentially reflects the characteristics and needs of a society. The work of a handful of so-called design masters who are published is only part of the discipline, which reflects the work of all who have designed everything individuals have ever lived/worked in. An era's design success is based on the breadth of high competence collectively exhibited by its designers. One should worry about the broad institutionalization and acceptance of mediocre design that appears to be espoused by many large business entities today.
Publication Name: Interiors
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0164-8470
Year: 1997
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Be seen to be green
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Companies are increasingly responding to pressures for higher environmental standards. They must respond to tougher environmental legislation, but they are also realising that higher environmental standards gives them a competitive advantage and better access to finance. Company environmental programmes address issues including their own water and energy consumption and waste management, but companies are also checking the environmental credentials of their suppliers.
Publication Name: The Director
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0012-3242
Year: 1999
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Smoke Out
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Electronic air cleaners were installed in the offices of Elizabethtown Gas Co. (Elizabeth, NJ) to eliminate cigarette smoke from the air. Employees had complained about the smoke and management wanted to avoid segregating employees as a solution. Honeywell F57 flush-ceiling electronic air cleaners were installed resulting in employee satisfaction with clean air.
Publication Name: Office Administration and Automation
Subject: Computers and office automation industries
ISSN: 0745-4325
Year: 1985
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