Category Archives: 3. Education

Projects In Place and Houston Landscapes produce a video of the VanDusen Gardens Green Roof Installation

I love it when two worlds collide… Here at Projects in Place we try to teach people about the technologies that build greener neighborhoods. But as an (intern) Landscape Architect at Sharp + Diamond Inc., I have spent the better … Continue reading

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YWCA Indoor Planter Build

Nicholas, Sebastien , Miora and Karen were busy installing several interior wall planters on Saturday. The goal is to use plants to improve indoor air quality for children at this YWCA EL &CC. We’re hoping that it’ll decrease allergies and … Continue reading

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Car Free Day on Main Street June 19th!!

Please join Projects in Place on Main Street located on the East side of the 3400 block between 18th + 19th for Car Free Day Sunday, June 19th from Noon to 4:00pm!! We will have information on Projects in Place … Continue reading

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Rooftop Planter

The “sushi roll planter” has been a topic of much discussion around Projects In Place lately as we get ready for some upcoming rooftop installations. OK, so it’s not on a rooftop yet. But it is on a patio, getting … Continue reading

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The Green School

The Green School By Tenille Ziegenhagel As a member of the Projects in Place team I thought it would be great to share some of the work I have been doing abroad. I have been in Bali, Indonesia for just … Continue reading

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Projects In Place Presentation At Cities Alive 2010

Check out our Radha Presentation at the Cities Alive 2010 Green Roof Conference here in Vancouver. We highlighted the Radha Yoga green roof raising.

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Radha Green Roof Maintenance (Visit #2)

Date of Visit: July 4th, 2010 Present: Heidi Lam Time: 3:30pm Weather: Sunny Weather Condition: Recent Sun and Heat Photos taken: Yes Months since installation: 6 months Sedum coverage is approximately 85%. Some bare spots have been observed. Seams between … Continue reading

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