Woodland Discovery Playground a great “SITE”

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Pickering Firm

Shelby Farm’s Woodland Discovery Playground has been chosen from among 150 pilot projects as one of the first three to be certified by the Sustainable Sites Initiatives’ system for rating the sustainable design, construction and maintenance of built landscapes.  SITES … Continue reading →

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US Builders Review Features Pickering

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Pickering Firm

In this article in the Spring 2011 issue of US Builders Review, Pickering principal Marc Rubenstein is quoted as saying that Pickering likes “the real tough projects.”  The article provides a terrific profile and history of Pickering.  It also highlights … Continue reading →

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“Boots on the ground” make “green” imprint.

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Pickering Firm

Woodland Discovery Playground is the epitome of sustainability.  In fact, recycled sneakers form much of the playground’s surface and recycled Army boots can be found in the treehouse floor.   Kids provided many of the ideas that shaped this very green … Continue reading →

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