SM.a.r.t, Author at SM Mirror

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SM.a.r.t Column: The World’s Happiest Cities

April 27, 2025 SM.a.r.t

Almost every year, we see new cities, regions, and countries that make the list(s) of our planet’s happiest and healthiest...

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SM.a.r.t Column: A City for Everyone

April 20, 2025 SM.a.r.t

Santa Monica dazzles with its ocean views, sunshine, and laid-back charm. But beyond the postcard image lies a more complicated...

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SM.a.r.t Column: Part II: Rebuilding Resilient Communities: Policy and Planning After the Fires

April 13, 2025 SM.a.r.t

The January 2025 wildfires that devastated Pacific Palisades and Altadena left an indelible mark on Los Angeles County. Beyond the...

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SM.a.r.t Column: Innovative Materials for Fire-Resistant Rebuilding After the LA Fires

April 6, 2025 SM.a.r.t

In the aftermath of the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, homeowners face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives and...

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SM.a.r.t. Column: Smart Home Systems and IoT Sensors: The New Frontline Against Wildfires

March 30, 2025 SM.a.r.t

In a world where wildfire threats grow more ominous each year, a technological revolution is quietly unfolding at the intersection...

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SM.a.r.t Column: Bring Back The Music 2.0

March 23, 2025 SM.a.r.t

This is an update of the article appearing in the SM Mirror on Feb 1, 2025 On January 28th, 2025,...

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SM.a.r.t Column: Fire Safety in Los Angeles: Reimagining an Age of Megafires

March 16, 2025 SM.a.r.t

Los Angeles stands at a critical juncture in its relationship with fire. It is true that climate change intensified vegetations...

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Santa Monica Civic Auditorium: The Cultural Icon Santa Monica Needs

March 9, 2025 SM.a.r.t

Santa Monica is a city of innovation, creativity, and world-class attractions, yet it lacks a central cultural destination that reflects...

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SM.a.r.t Column: The Perils of Passing the Buck: How Self-Certification Threatens Public Safety in Building Design and Construction

March 2, 2025 SM.a.r.t

In the bustling city of Santa Monica, California, a quiet revolution is underway in the world of building design and...

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SM.a.r.t Column: The Palisades: A Story of Irreplaceable Loss

February 23, 2025 SM.a.r.t

The Palisades would never be the same; that much was certain. Not only because the fire had taken so much—homes,...

Author: SM.a.r.t

SM.a.r.t Column: The World’s Happiest Cities

SM.a.r.t Column: A City for Everyone

SM.a.r.t Column: Part II: Rebuilding Resilient Communities: Policy and Planning After the Fires

SM.a.r.t Column: Innovative Materials for Fire-Resistant Rebuilding After the LA Fires

SM.a.r.t. Column: Smart Home Systems and IoT Sensors: The New Frontline Against Wildfires

SM.a.r.t Column: Bring Back The Music 2.0

SM.a.r.t Column: Fire Safety in Los Angeles: Reimagining an Age of Megafires

Santa Monica Civic Auditorium: The Cultural Icon Santa Monica Needs

SM.a.r.t Column: The Perils of Passing the Buck: How Self-Certification Threatens Public Safety in Building Design and Construction

SM.a.r.t Column: The Palisades: A Story of Irreplaceable Loss

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