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A sport utility vehicle slammed into two porches in Lancaster city Wednesday morning, officials said, but no one was seriously injured.

The driver of a BMW X3 was traveling south on College Avenue shortly before 6:30 a.m., according to city fire bureau Capt. Jeffrey Oatman. The 19-year-old city man had some type of medical issue that caused him to lose control of the SUV, city police Lt. Todd Umstead said.

It traveled across the Columbia Avenue intersection, went over a curb and sidewalk and struck the front porches of two row houses.

"It sounded like a big thump," said Brenda Shoenberger, of 742 Columbia Ave. "The whole apartment building shook. I was sleeping, and it woke me up."

The SUV traveled up several steps of the front porch at 740 Columbia Ave., knocked down a pillar and caused other minor damage.

The vehicle stopped when it became wedged between that porch and one at 742 Columbia Ave.

Oatman estimated total damage to the row houses at $2,000.

The driver of the SUV was taken to Lancaster General Hospital, where he was treated and released, Umstead said.

He was wearing a seat belt, but an airbag in the vehicle did not deploy, according to Oatman.

The driver will not be charged, Umstead said.

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All summer porches, patios and balconies are just a plant away from the classic, fresh touch theyve been craving. Ferns lacey, exuberant leaves demand attention in any space, and best of all, ferns are one of the easiest houseplants to care foryear-round.

According to Costa Farms, one of the largest growers of plants and flowers in North America, these versatile plants offer shade while sustaining their good looks all summer long, despite the sweltering heat. Ferns drastically improve ambiance when hanging on a porch, combined with pots of colorful annuals, or displayed in classic wire plant stands.

Ferns are the perfect accessory for the home and garden. Ferns leaves add texture, a pop of color, and clean the inside air at the same time, shares Justin Hancock, Costa Farms new Consumer Marketing and Digital Specialist and former garden editor at Better Homes and Garden.

Hancock divulges 11 simple secrets to incorporate the ever-green and ever-classic fern into any outdoor living space.

Mix Containers Ferns make a classic pairing with exuberantly colorful pots and flower-packed window boxes. Pop a large Boston fern into a tall container to add green lushness to a porch or entryway.

Go Classic Upright, elegant Kimberly queen fern makes an ideal container companion for a traditional-style seating area. Elegant, timeless patio seating is simple: grey all-weather woven-wicker chairs with white cushions, a wire chandelier, white finials, and a green fern. Its so simple and so classic!

Top a Table Make an instant impact by simply placing a pretty vintage tablecloth on a small table and topping it with a Boston fern. Ferns lush leaves add visual coolness to summer porches.

Add Height Ferns provide gorgeous backup color to a pair of vintage white concrete planters. An elegant Boston fern, set into an antique wire stand, adds height and texture where needed.

Adorn a Bench How easy is this? Just set a fantastic Boston fern on a stone bench in a woodland garden for instant ambience. This fern thrives under the dappled light from nearby trees.

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Patios with well-behaving patrons could see their hours extended as soon as this summer if Vancouvers mayor gets his way.

A motion before council on Wednesday asks staff to work with the citys bars, restaurants and business improvement associations to figure out how to lengthen hours of operation for patios before the long sunny days are over.

I would love to see hours extended this summer for good operators, where theyre respecting the neighbourhood, or not impacting the neighbourhood at all, and can stay open a little later, said Mayor Gregor Robertson, who introduced the motion.

Right now its an 11 p.m. shutdown. Theres an immediate step that could happen with our successful patios.

Because changing the regulations surrounding licensing and hours would require a council decision and council adjourns Wednesday until the fall patio extensions could possibly be given out on an ad hoc basis, Robertson said.

During the 2010 Olympics patio hours were extended to 1 a.m.

We did extend hours for everyone a few years ago, but thats a lengthier council process, changing regulation, Robertson said.

The short-term step is looking at what we can do this summer for good operators to extend their space or hours and enable more patio use.

There are two categories of patios in Vancouver: large patios, which are normally licensed to serve alcohol, and small patios which have a few tables and chairs such as outside a caf.

As of 2012, 317 permits for large patios have been issued, along with 260 permits for small patios. Since January of that year, there have been 120 complaints lodged against businesses with food primary licenses, and 100 against liquor primary licences.

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Newswise Studio Gang Architects, led by renowned Chicago architect Jeanne Gang, has been selected to design a major new residence hall and dining commons on the north end of the University of Chicago campus, officials announced.

The signature facility, which will house roughly 800 undergraduates, is designed around the Colleges distinctive House System, with an emphasis on building community. Studio Gang will collaborate with Mortenson Construction on the project, which is expected to open in 2016.

Occupying the space where Pierce Tower and Dining Commons now stands, at the corner of 55th Street and University Avenue, the project will create a new gateway connecting the University to the Hyde Park community to the north and enhancing pedestrian flow.

John W. Boyer, Dean of the College, said the project represents a milestone in the development of the Colleges residential life.

The University is far stronger when we create vibrant communities of learning and friendship for our students in our residential system, Boyer said. High-quality collegiate housing, located centrally on the campus, is an enormous asset in supporting the educational goals of the faculty, in developing active and stimulating learning communities among our students, and in encouraging patterns of lifelong friendships among our alumni.

This building embodies our vision for our housing system, said Karen Warren Coleman, Vice President for Campus Life and Student Services. It will serve as an incubator for intellectual and personal development to the benefit of the students who live there and the entire campus community, she said.

The Studio Gang-Mortenson proposal was chosen from among dozens of entries through a rigorous process involving faculty, staff, students, and University and community stakeholders.

This world-class design from Jeanne Gang, one of the most innovative architects of our time, continues our commitment to architecture that cultivates a scholarly community, said Steve Wiesenthal, Associate Vice President and University Architect. We are fortunate to be working with her and her team, and delighted that, after looking around the globe, we found the best answer here in Chicago.

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Jeanne Gang said the project presents an opportunity to advance the Universitys goals toward a cohesive, sustainable campus populated by great architecture and strong ties to the Hyde Park community.

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Fahad Al Tamimi Architects, one of the UK's foremost firms for residential, commercial and conservation architectural design, will shortly open a new office in Dubai.

The move will expand the current team with the addition of two further members, Grant Petersson and Amelia Wallingford.

Grant has considerable experience in the architectural field, having studied architectural engineering at university in the US before spending 12 years at the prestigious LTM Arkitekter firm in Norway. He will oversee the construction of new properties and the adaptation of current establishments.

Amelia has specialised in sustainable architectural work, and joins Fahad Al Tamimi Architects from Ernsthafte Konstruktion, a German firm. Her expertise will be utilised in the improvement of standing properties, and she will be instrumental in the design of eco-friendly architectural projects.

Founder and Managing Director Fahad Al Tamimi commented on the new opening: "Having been born in Dubai, I felt it was a step in the right direction to open a branch of our firm in this thriving city.

"We have been established in London for ten years and recognised with awards for our achievements in this area, and so the expansion seemed to be a natural progression for our company.

"With Grant and Amelia's expertise we aim to provide the eco-friendly design and precise construction that is highly desirable in Dubai at this time.

"It will be a challenge, but one that we will relish."

Amelia Wallingford added: "I'm very excited to be part of this momentous occasion for Fahad Al Tamimi Architects, and I look forward to adding to the company's great portfolio."

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