Canals join the 21st century

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The Falkirk Wheel, which links the Union and Forth & Clyde canals in Falkirk, Scotland, was designed by Tony Kettle of RMJM Architects. The 32 million pounds sterling construction, which is scheduled to be opened by the Queen in spring 2002, is partly attended to attract visitors to the region.

Author: Merrick, Jay
Facilities & equipment, Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs, Water transportation of freight, not elsewhere classified, Inland Water Freight Transportation, Waterways Construction, Canals, Contracts, Buildings and facilities, Waterway construction, RMJM Architects

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We have ways of making you buy

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Latest developments in retail architecture are discussed. Efforts to give retail space new and unusual appearances are highlighted.

Author: Merrick, Jay
Strategy & planning, Store Buildings, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, Nonresidential construction, not elsewhere classified, Retail stores, Store construction, Design and construction, Stores

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