Sunday, April 18, 2010

45,000,000 lbs. of original debris reused to build new Performing Arts Center in Austin, TX

Please pause playlist at bottom of page to watch video.

The way to go for all reconstruction? A resounding yes!





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6 comments:

Jay said...

Wow.. So why haven't people been doing this before? As the vid says, we homeowners do it! Small firms do it! Schools do it. Even old factories and churches etc are revamped here for living accommodation if the shell is of historical interest.

What an extraordinary waste when they tear things down to start completely afresh. Good for these people to take a new angle and re-use the pieces. And it's beautiful, too!

Great news item. :)

Anonymous said...

This is huge. I hope it sinks into most heads that it is the way to go. K.

i beati said...

marvelous bubbala

petra michelle; Whose role is it anyway? said...

Hi Jay! Wholeheartedly agree! The tear everything down and throw it away concept is becoming anitiquated! There's been nothing and there is nothing wrong with recycling; even on that scale! This was a wonderful example! :))

Hi K.! If they're smart, consciencious, and earth friendly, just think, they can even save money! ;)

Isn't it, Sandy! Thanks bubbala! :))

G-Man said...

I wouldn't be any good for this project since I don't throw anything away...hehehehe

petra michelle; Whose role is it anyway? said...

hahaha, Galen! My b/f's just like you! He doesn't throw anything of value (in his eyes) out! ;)