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Tag Archives: Design

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A short yellow mooring bollard is lashed with vibrant red rope beside a choppy sea
12 Jun
Bollards & Post Covers

Land Ho! How Nautical Bollards Crept Inland

  • June 12, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

The word “bollard” used to describe mooring posts for vessels in port—the term “bollard pull” is even a standard measurement of a watercraft’s drawing force. Now, most bollards are inland; the term has come to describe the little traffic guiding or security posts that dot the urban landscape.

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Decorative concrete creates organic oval window openings and bone-like columns in this home by Gaudi
22 May
Bollards & Post Covers

Decorative Concrete: From Buildings to Bollards

  • May 22, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Concrete is often a structural material, doing supportive work. Only some architectural schools use decorative concrete to make a statement, or to achieve an aesthetic effect. Read more about its artistic use in everything from buildings to bollards.

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A silver wave bike rack sits beside stone steps in front of a sleek marble and glass storefront
19 Apr
Bike Parking

Bike Racks for Corporate Branding

  • April 19, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Branding is not limited to media presence. The values and story of a group are also communicated through the design of a business’ location. Read about what your organization should consider for efficient branding when offering bike racks.

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Two black outdoor bicycle racks of post and ring style stand on pavement beside a lawn
05 Apr
Bike Parking

Post and Ring Bike Racks

  • April 5, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Looking for a small-footprint, stylish outdoor bike rack? Post and ring racks are cyclist recommended because they secure two bicycles with two points of contact against the frame. See how sustainability can be a design feature at your site.

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An old cannon bollard painted black, white and red is embossed Bailey & Pegg, 81 Bankside
08 Mar
Bollards & Post Covers

Bollard Photography

  • March 8, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Artists bring new perspectives to the everyday world, and stories can be found in the most mundane objects. Check out the unusual art of these bollard photographers, who explore a unique vision of their traffic calming subjects.

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A worker finishes a sand cast mold out of densely packed sand
26 Feb
Metal Casting

Metal Casting Design—Life of A Casting

  • February 26, 2018
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Our “Life of a Casting” series follows a cast metal object from concept to final product. This installment looks at the approaches to casting design that maximize value and minimize trouble on the production line.

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Building with historical architecture
02 Aug
Bollards & Post Covers

How Architectural Façadism Keeps the Old New

  • August 2, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Architectural facades and adaptive reuse can maintain historic style and meet new building standards.

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Concrete bollard with exposed aggregate
12 Jul
Bollards & Post Covers

Precast Concrete Bollards: Best in Safety and Design

  • July 12, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Concrete barriers increase pedestrian safety. Learn more about precast concrete bollards: material selection, strength reinforcement, and surface finishes.

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Man on bicycle crossing busy road reveals how bike culture changes transportation dynamics
22 Jun
Bike Parking

Bike Culture: Europe vs America

  • June 22, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar Arwen Brenneman

Biking has become more popular in North America, but it still makes up a small proportion of traffic compared to European communities.

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Black decorative bollards in front of building pillars
21 Jun
Bollards & Post Covers

Architectural Bollards: for Security and Design

  • June 21, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Every year in the United States, there are about 20,000 incidences of vehicles crashing into bus stops, offices, shopping malls, restaurants, and other storefronts.i Over the past few years, there have also been numerous vehicle ramming attacks around the world. Though the circumstances vary, the

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iron bollard sleeve architecture
29 Mar
Bollards & Post Covers

Metal Bollards: Classic Style, Modern Security

  • March 29, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Steel pipe bollards provide site security, but they aren’t exactly pretty. Thankfully, there are plenty of decorative options for covering pipe bollards—bollard sleeves slip over for a polished look.

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outdoor solar path lights
22 Mar
Bollards & Post Covers

9 Things to Check Before Purchasing Solar Lights

  • March 22, 2017
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Solar lights vary on everything from power storage to light output and service life. Ask the right questions before purchasing solar lights.

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A woman sits beside her bike gazing at Quebec City.
09 Nov
Bike Parking

4 Unique Bike Tour Destinations: 2021 Edition

  • November 9, 2016
  • Posted by author-avatar David Hilscher

Thinking about a bicycle tour? Discover 4 unique, sometimes overlooked, and undeniably interesting bike friendly destinations in North America.

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