But this isn't only exciting because the all-nighters and bloodshot eyes and easy mac for two meals a day have come to a close. Classes being over mean 24 hours a day devoted to finishing our design.
On Friday, a few of the lanscapers and I met with Tetra Tech - a provider of consulting in engineering, construction and technical services. Tetra Tech Trish (TTT!) consulted with us on the designs we've been refining over the past two weeks. In some ways, it was uplifting. In others, it pointed out our impracticalities and made us realize we need to take a few steps back in order to make a bigger step forward. Such is a glimpse into the real world of engineering, I suppose!
Here's a shot of our most recent design:
Doesn't look like a whole lot! But now that it's in Cadd, I'm amazed by how easy it is to translate visions into drawings (into reality soon enough!)
Our biggest challenge right now is choosing materials. We have to consider cost, constructibility, transportability, and of course, sustainability. I think I like the designing part better. Then again, I've always hated logistics :P
Also, Kai Keane, our resident freshman video superstar, made an awesome mini documentary about the Landscape group. You can watch it by clicking here.
Not going to lie, I really can't wait to have actual pictures to put up here... (of giraffes...)
But for now it's work work work till we get this thing finished!
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