flapjackdavey Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 as Ade Edmondson once said " Elephant and Castle , stick it up your ....... " what a cheeky fellow . :)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 They won't provide all of it as currently* wind power needs back-up from coal-fired plants. And whilst I admire the engineering and construction of the structure, I don't much like the finished result either.All the more reason for increased investment in renewable energy research and technology?Edited for clarity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SingingWilks Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Castellos is on Jamaica Road. Turn right out of Bermondsey tube station, keep on the same side of the road and it's nearly the last one in the parade of shops.Mmm...lovely stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SingingWilks Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 And going back on topic, I really like the new tower block at E&C. If nothing else, it's a good landmark for getting your bearings, will always know where Elephant is now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katie1997 Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 And back off topic...No WB)B)F - this is more what I had in mind...chilled out dog does yoga (tu) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woofmarkthedog Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Ohh ...Joy, "downward dog"But is that Bikram in a room at 105 degreesBikrams triangle ....& "hold"W**F*pheeeeeeewwww* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 That picture of the owl, really made me laugh, I have been a bit down lately, and seeing that picture put things in perspective, thanks wolfdogmark, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woofmarkthedog Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Chin up Tarot...The future's bright , it's in the cards....( hey how spooky/ coincidence is that...)I promise more nonsense , honestGive me a subject, I'll deride or pick it to pieces ( which ever is easiest )W**F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 The fans will only provide a small fraction of the building's power needs, according to this industry mag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huguenot Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 I don't think that the fact that the fans alone don't power the building makes them wrong? They'll always be part of package of measures, no?I don't think anyone thinks there'll be one magic bullet for lowering emissions.The interesting question would be how long it takes for the power/carbon generated to exceed the power/carbon invested in creating the turbines - particularly as a fraction of lifetime.That'll give you a 'real' contribution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Eyesore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Minkey Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 "The interesting question would be how long it takes for the power/carbon generated to exceed the power/carbon invested in creating the turbines - particularly as a fraction of lifetime."At the risk of de-railing this thread, I believe this is one of the great unknowns about wind turbines in general. Turbines or not, I'm not a fan of this building. It already looks at home in its current surroundings. It will be interesting to see if its aesthetics are enhanced by new ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendan Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 It looks like an electric shaver. Not surprising as the precedent to build skyscrapers in the shape of battery powered personal electronics has already been set. Give it a decade and the aerial view of London should resemble an overflowing toiletry bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Huguenot, I only posted that to correct the previous post that stated that the fans would provide all of its power needs, and wasn't wanting to make a point. If we wanted to reduce carbon emissions the best thing would be to consume less and waste less of what we do consume. Can't see it happening, though. Anyway, I think the building is not too pretty but not too ugly either, and will act as a catalyst to revamp E and C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jah Lush Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Who the feck would want to live in a tower block in the Elephant & Castle? I mean really, it's a no brainer. It's shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Jah Lush Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Who the feck would want to live in a tower block> in the Elephant & Castle? I mean really, it's a no> brainer. It's shit.Stupid people. They're out there, and rather worryingly, they're allowed to vote! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosieH Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Brendan Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> It looks like an electric shaver. Not surprising> as the precedent to build skyscrapers in the shape> of battery powered personal electronics has> already been set. > > Give it a decade and the aerial view of London> should resemble an overflowing toiletry bag.What the hell kind of hotels are you staying in Brendan? Or have I mistaken your meaning on the battery powered personal electronics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moos Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Property prices have gone up and up around E&C - have a good friend with a well-paying job who wanted to move from Stockwell and couldn't begin to afford Peckham or E&C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pk Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Keef Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Jah Lush Wrote:> --------------------------------------------------> -----> > Who the feck would want to live in a tower> block> > in the Elephant & Castle? I mean really, it's a> no> > brainer. It's shit.> > > Stupid people. They're out there, and rather> worryingly, they're allowed to vote!i used to live there and yeah it was a bit shit but it's a walk from the City, 'the Borough', the South Bank and two mainline rail terminals, it's on two tube lines, numerous train lines, god know how many bus routes so if you wanna get somewhere else it's very easy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jah Lush Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 You mean if you want to get away from there it's easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjaminty Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 There are some amazing flats in the area now at ridiculous prices. The "Shard" effect will spread and the likes of E&C will definitely change and hopefully for the better.A lot of buildings seem to have a lot of talk about what they do for the environment but they all seem to struggle; Palestra and the removal of their 16 odd turbines being a good example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woofmarkthedog Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Keef Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Eyesore.________________________Try these...http://www.firstaidwarehouse.co.uk/pic/280x280/00/77/optrex_eye_drops_sore_eyes_10ml_77.jpgW**F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 I just think that if I was looking to buy a flat, it wouldn't be in a huge tower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woofmarkthedog Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Keef Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> I just think that if I was looking to buy a flat,> it wouldn't be in a huge tower.____________________________________________________________No Keef..I see you as more of a "Homemaker"http://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/01/57/81/1578166_8dd21710.jpgReally...W**F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted April 6, 2010 Share Posted April 6, 2010 Jah Lush Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> Who the feck would want to live in a tower block> in the Elephant & Castle? I mean really, it's a no> brainer. It's shit.xxxxxxxBut there's a whole regeneration plan for the area, with lots of greenery and trees etc, isn't there?I think property prices there will continue to rise as the area improves, and it's excellent for transport links.I wouldn't want to live there now, but in five or ten years time I might. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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