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Terrorism in Malls. How to use architecture to prevent attacks.
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JkMwatha
#11 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 3:58:27 PM
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So... now that many building are not particularly 'counter -terrorism compliant', and cannot be pulled down, what measure/adjustments can be made to improve on what exists? Eg WestgatE.
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a4architect.com
#12 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 4:25:44 PM
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@jk...interior and exterior design alterations to create larger windows, balconies and corridors to the existing buildings eg westgate. Moving the corridors and shop entrances to the front facade/wall will also help.
As Iron Sharpens Iron, So one Man Sharpens Another.
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a4architect.com
#13 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 5:17:06 PM
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Architect Oscar Newman, Timothy Crowe et al have researched deeply into architecture and criminology. They are a good read if you have the time.
As Iron Sharpens Iron, So one Man Sharpens Another.
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washiku
#14 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 6:30:37 PM
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Am glad yu came back and wrote informative article as yu promised me on call. We were quite concerned on the other side of Club SK. We were also wondering approximately how long will it take to rebuild Westgate?

In view of this article yu av written, what is your take on the new Thika Road Mall's design?
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obiero
#15 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 7:43:36 PM
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obiero
#16 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 7:47:55 PM
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very slightly off topic.. but can the guests of westgate sue? www.m.ndtv.com/article/i...ks-sues-taj-hotel-192171
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nostoppingthis
#17 Posted : Saturday, September 28, 2013 7:57:58 PM
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@a4a, how can one add this hidden room in an already existing residential house? Doable?
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obiero
#18 Posted : Sunday, September 29, 2013 12:13:32 PM
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nostoppingthis wrote:
@a4a, how can one add this hidden room in an already existing residential house? Doable?

Kwa bed sitter haiwezekani.. :p
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washiku
#19 Posted : Sunday, September 29, 2013 4:47:35 PM
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obiero wrote:
nostoppingthis wrote:
@a4a, how can one add this hidden room in an already existing residential house? Doable?

Kwa bed sitter haiwezekani.. :p


smile smile
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Mukiri
#20 Posted : Monday, September 30, 2013 8:43:01 AM
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Wish there is a way this info can get into the public domain. Looks like Kenya is learning on the go ie After the US embassy attack we learnt to have our embassies off CBD. This info in the public domain will help check architectural designs

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