Articles by author: Semaj Watts
The Telestron exhibit, designed by artist Bradley G. Munkowitz, or ‘GMUNK’, has made its long-awaited West Coast debut at the famous ROW DTLA in the ever-expanding Arts District of Los Angeles. After only being publicly debuted twice, once in China and once in Houston, Texas, the California exhibit opened in late February and will remain…
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How Automation Is Changing the Definition of Work
Technology has always been an inspirational yet sometimes terrifying force in the world. From using computers to find out virtually anything to cellphones telling people when to wake up and start the day, many have come to rely on technology seemingly as much as they rely on oxygen. Society has no problem with technology when…
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700,000 Fans, Zero Waste: Golf’s Annual Recycling Showcase
The 2019 Waste Management Phoenix Open ended on Sunday after a week of golf, music, food, and environmental sustainability. Known as the “Greenest Show on Grass,” the WM Phoenix Open has been highly regarded for its “zero waste” policy. With approximately 50 percent of materials recycled, 34 percent of materials composted, 14 percent of waste converted…
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The Stunning Interior Designs That Took Home AIA’s Top Honors
The American Institute of Architects, Interior Architecture program has chosen nine interior designs, described as “innovative” and “spectacular,” to highlight in this year’s AIA Awards. Winners Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, Alterstudio Architecture, Gensler, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP, BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, HDR, Clive Wilkinson Architects, Eskew+Dumez+Ripple, and Montalba Architects landed their awards through their transformation of…
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How Pro AV Stole Christmas, and Made It Better
From the Theater of Dreams at New York’s, Sacks Fifth Avenue to the festive neighbors down the street, more and more people are turning ordinary decoration into awe-inspiring holiday shows with the use of Pro AV technology. Holiday decorating, for the most part, has meant stringing lights throughout a house or a business storefront. However,…
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During California Wildfires, Drones Join First Responders
From the Carr Fire to the Camp Fire, California firefighters have had an unfortunately busy year in 2018. As one of the most important public professions, these brave men and women are sent into the field to combat dangerous flames and continuously provide support and protection to local communities. Technological improvements to equipment such as…
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How A 300-Million-Year-Old Land Formation Is Determining America’s Future
A Legacy of Success Since first being tapped in 1923, the Permian Basin has grown to be one of the strongest forces in the energy business not only in west Texas but worldwide. At approximately 250 miles wide and 300 miles long, the basin has allowed for the extraction of 30 billion barrels to date,…