The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will officially present the Overall Excellence Award for Smart Growth Achievement for the Atlanta BeltLine’s Eastside Trail and Historic Fourth Ward Park today at a ceremony in Washington D.C. The award is given for creative, sustainable initiatives that help protect the health and the environment of communities while also […]
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Decatur Old House Fair is Feb. 8
The City of Decatur and Georgia Historic Preservation Division have partnered to host the sixth annual Decatur Old House Fair on Feb. 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 130 Clairemont Ave., in Downtown Decatur. The event will feature industry experts offering fresh ideas, practical advice, innovative […]
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Bike share program set for Atlanta this summer
Atlanta will soon join a list of worldwide cities that have a bike share program. Popular in New York, London and Paris, bikes for public use are parked at various locations around those cities and can be rented for short trips by the locals or for use by tourists. Atlanta Commissioner of Planning and Community […]
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Perspectives in Architecture: Helping careers
By Melody Harclerode Many architects enjoy the profession for the opportunity to make a difference for people through design excellence. They take pride as a designer or design team member for residential and commercial projects that elevate the quality of life in society. Led by Dan Cash, a group of architects and professionals in allied […]
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Celebrated Atlanta architect Henri Jova has died
Architect Henri Jova, 94, died on Jan. 13 in West Palm Beach, Fla. after a short illness, according to his partner of 42 years, David Rinehart, according to a report in the Atlanta Business Chronicle. A celebration of his life is planned at the Atlanta Botanical Garden on April 3. Among Jova’s most notable building […]
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City of Atlanta recognized as green community
The City of Atlanta is one of seven local governments recognized by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) for leadership in implementing policies and practices that contribute to efficient and sustainable use of resources in metro Atlanta. The city was honored for upgrading to a Silver Certified Green Community at ARC’s January Board meeting, according to […]
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Community paper shredding event is Jan. 25 – 26
The 4th annual Free Community Paper Shredding Event is Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9:30 a.m. until noon and again on Sunday, Jan. 26, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at Toco Hills Shopping Center, 2899-A North Druid Hills (on the Kroger side). The event made end earlier both days if the recycling truck fills up, so […]
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Unusual design for proposed Midtown apartment tower
Renderings of a proposed 35-story apartment tower at 6th and Peachtree in Midtown have caused a buzz, according to reports from Atlanta Business Chronicle and Curbed Atlanta. The unusual tower would integrate parking and 25,000 square feet of retail into an artful, stair-step design. Development company The Integral Group is looking for $70 million in […]
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Cathedral Antiques Show returns Jan. 26 – Feb. 2
The Cathedral Antiques Show returns to the Cathedral of St. Philip in Buckhead with a week of events, book signings, flower show, home tour and the show itself. The antique show will be held Jan. 30 – 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
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Atlanta selected for program to revitalize urban spaces
The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that the City of Atlanta has been selected as one of the newest members of Groundwork USA, a national network of nonprofit environmental businesses. These businesses, called “Groundwork Trusts,” are locally organized and controlled, and work to transform blighted urban areas into community recreation assets. “The addition of […]