Brains and Trains

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The limestone and glass structure of the MIT Brain and Cognitive Sciences Complex (BCSC) is an intricate work of architecture, resolving infrastructural challenges like heat-recovery systems, graywater recycling and stormwater retention. The 411,000-sqyare-feet complex is the world's largest center for neuroscience and comprises of 47 cross-disciplinary laboratories, a five-story atrium, a conservatory, auditorium, two multistory lobbies and communal spaces.

Facilities & equipment, Buildings and facilities, Science museums, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Digging in China: Western architects trade anecdotes about working in the wild east

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Quite a few U.S. architects have gone east to reshape skylines form Beijing to Guangzhou and sometimes even planning whole cities. The International Design Magazine invited several architects to participate in a round table via email to understand the challenges and rewards of working amid so much astonishing transformation.

China, Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Conferences, meetings and seminars, Economic aspects, Forecasts and trends, Architects, Market trend/market analysis

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Worth the wait

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London-based Grimshaw Architects have designed New York City's new automated public toilets along with 3,300 bus shelters and 330 newsstands. The bus stops and newsstands are built from 95% recyclable, pollution free components and have been constructed keeping in mid the city's needs.

United Kingdom, Other Support Activities for Road Transportation, Bus terminal and service facilities, Bus Terminals & Maintenance, Works, Bus terminals, Public restrooms

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