A proposed office tower with an eroded form will be built in Brisbanes Fortitude Valley as part of a project that includes the redevelopment of the historic Police-Citizens Youth Club.

The two-stage project, which comprises a four-storey building housing the youth club and a 12-storey office tower, has been granted development approval by Brisbane council.

Rothelowman is the architect for the tower, which will be built as part of stage two, while Red Door Architecture has designed the youth club building.

In a design statement, Rothelowman said the tower responds Fortitude Valleys landscape, culture and history.

458 Wickham Street is a prominent site within Fortitude Valley that is embedded deeply in Brisbanes history and culture. Adjacent to the heritage Police Station, the site faces the Holy Trinity Church and is near the Valley Pool, the statement reads.

This proposal properly responds to its context by acknowledging the existing historical classicism in the precinct by embracing the landscape and climate. The rational office grid adapts to local climate conditions and erodes to respond to the human scale of the neighbouring heritage buildings.

The built form erodes to make space for landscape which will mature and age with the city. This dichotomy between historical context and contemporary office, and between landscape and built form is made visceral through proportion and materiality.

At the eroded corner of the building, deep planting provision will allow for a verdant landscape, in an attempt to reinstate the wildness [] slowly disappearing around the city.

The architecture of the erosion celebrates the culture and identity of Brisbane and its intrinsic connection to nature - a connection understood by residents and visitors alike. The erosion responds to the canopy of the tree which contributes directly to this same experience and connection.

Plans for the tower include a caf, three floors of carparking, eight floors of office space and a communal rooftop area.

The overall development was initiated by the Queensland state government and PCYC Queensland, who asked for competitive bids from the private sector to deliver a new facility for the youth centre. They awarded the project to local developer Silverstone Developments.

PCYC has operated in Fortitude Valley for more than 50 years, running programs on youth leadership and development, sport, crime-prevention and more.

The redeveloped centre will include additional community facilities, new boxing facilities, a gym, and basketball facilities.

Our governments is pleased to be working with Silverstone to deliver a new facility that will extend the services already offered by the club, to the benefit of PCYC Queensland members and Fortitude Valley locals, said state development minister Cameron Dick.

This is a great outcome for a club thats been a part of the social fabric of Fortitude Valley since 1965.

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At the 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show, Temple University landscape architecture and horticulture students and faculty are inviting visitors to rethink their notions about the suburban landscape.

With this exhibit, we are trying to introduce the concept of allowing animals and other organisms in, reducing the use of resourcesparticularly fossil fuelsand enhancing diversity and chance.

-- Rob Kuper, associate professor of landscape architecture

When you take a look at most neighborhoods, they are very manicured. I think with a lot of people the idea of an unkempt lawn means theyre not a good citizen or a good neighbor, said Adjunct Assistant Professor Michael LoFurno, who is coordinating Temples 2020 exhibit with Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture Rob Kuper and Greenhouse Horticulturist Benjamin Snyder.

For many, its mow, blow and go without consideration for the other creatures we share the planet with, he added. In that type of environment, how do the earthworms or salamanders get around; how do animals move from place to place or find shelter?

You can have a meadow, you can have a corner woodland, he added. Visitors entering Temples exhibit will be welcomed by a hedgerow of trees and shrubs. As they walk through the exhibits pathways, a 10-foot screen incorporating red osier dogwood will give way to a corner woodland, which includes logs that demonstrate home mushroom farming techniques. Eventually, a woodshed showsthe contributions of a green roof followed by a meadow and a natural swimming pool.

All of the aspects in the exhibit this year could be replicated at home, Kuper said. Some of our educational themes include creating hedgerows along property lines rather than fence after fence. A corner of the backyard could be transformed into woodlands with the hedgerows connecting them, providing safe avenues for animals to travel.The natural swimming pool is one of the primary water features of Course of Action. Rather than chlorine and other chemicals, a natural swimming pool relies on plants to filter and oxygenate the water.The natural pool is a European concept that has been around for decades that is slowly catching on here. Its essentially a pool that is free of chemicals that can be enjoyed by humans as well as other types of species, said landscape architecture major Abigail Long, Class of 2021, who is part of the team creating the pool. This is the third year students and faculty have been able to create their Flower Show exhibit within the large dedicated design-build studio space in Bright Hall at the Temple Ambler campus.Now, for the most part, were all together and able to collaborate on all aspects of the exhibit, said Kuper. It improves the teaching experience while also providing the program with greater visibility and a stronger identity and connection with the campus community.Landscape architecture major Fiona Eickman, Class of 2021, said her experience within the design-build studio has been extremely beneficial.It is a tremendous experience to be able to build something with our hands and learn how to use the tools, creating an exhibit that potentially hundreds of thousands of people will walk through, she said. As a student, its one of the most rewarding and validating experiences I can think of.

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Mornings may be still be chilly, but now is the time to dream, plan and reserve a sunny getaway to the Napa Valley for spring & summer months

ST. HELENA, Calif., Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --When the warm weather returns, what better way to celebrate the sun than at Meadowood, where the estate recently completed an extensive renovation of its pools and fitness environs, including three swimming pools each with a distinct swim experience, new Pool Terrace bar and restaurant for guests 21 and older and an updated Fitness Center.

As part of Meadowood's ongoing commitment to a beautiful environment and memorable experiences, the renovation of these areas is part of a continuing investment by the Meadowood owners to ensure the estate remains a premiere Napa Valley destination for discerning travelers while preserving the private, tranquil environment for generations to come.

The beautiful setting, including the interiors and exteriors, were designed by architect Howard Backen and his team at Backen & Gillam Architects. The style of architecture reflects and respects the landscape: simple, rustic-modern structures enjoy a strong connection to the setting with natural elements flowing throughout. The palette includes warm greys, creams, fresh greens and natural teak.

HOTEL POOL

At the new adults-only Hotel Pool, a series of poolside lounges are complemented by four private cabanas, each accommodating up to six guests. The cabanas feature deep, cushioned lounge seating with comfortable throw pillows and teak coffee tables. Each affords guests the flexibility of a retractable, natural canvas awning and soft draperies on all four sides. Elevated services are offered in the cabanas daily. A large hot tub rests on the western side of the Hotel Pool between the western cabanas.

Hotel Pool (for those aged 21 and over)

Size: 25' x 75'

Temperature: 83 degrees

Depths: 3'- 6" to 5'

Spa Hotel Pool

Size: 15' x 9'

Temperature: 104 degrees

Depths: 3'- 6"

POOL TERRACE Bar & Restaurant

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The new Pool Terrace offers a casual adults-only dining area and bar with table seating under the shade of six tall palm trees. Low slung bar chairs are arranged at the long Cararra Marble bar. Additional low-lounge seating, ideal for enjoying a good book and a cocktail or glass of wine, accent the trellised area between the Hotel Pool and Pool Terrace.

Meadowood Chef Victoria Acosta's cuisine draws inspiration from the Meadowood Garden and is focused on fresh, healthy options while also having traditional pool-style fare.

An integral part of the outdoor experience, the landscaping features Redwood and Pistachio trees, privet and boxwood hedges, espaliered Magnolia trees, box jasmine, decorative grasses and Santa Barbara daisies.

Available Seating

Table seating for 26 guests on the Pool Terrace Patio

Bar seating for 10 guests at the Pool Terrace

Low Lounge seating for 10 guests under the willow mat awning

CLUB POOL

The Club Pool has been relocated to the center of the pool environment and provides for lap swimming in the mornings and quiet relaxation the rest of the day, complete with poolside lounges.

Club Pool (for those aged 16 and over)

Size: 35' x 75'

Temperature: 80 degrees

Depths: 4' to 7'

Spa - Club Pool

Size: 9' x 15'

Temperature: 104 degrees

Depths: 3'- 6"

FAMILY POOL, SNACK BAR, CREEKSIDE DINING & KIDS PLAY AREA

The existing Family Pool was resurfaced and continues to provide a fun environment for families with children. Next to the Family Pool is a new, expanded and more functional building, which includes the Snack Bar and Bath House, to enhance both the children's and parents' pool experiences. The Snack Bar offers quick and casual food and beverage options. The Bath House provides showers, changing rooms and restrooms. Just south of the Bath House, a new Kids Play Area with new activity lawns is now available and helps make the pool areas a bit more peaceful.

For guests interested in an alternative to poolside dining, a new Creekside Dining area is located on the west side of the Family Pool.

Family Pool

Spa - Family Pool

Additional Pool Details

Select pools/spas are heated seasonally

Pools are available and open year-round

Daily Hours: 6:00 am to 8:00 pm

Daily Hours with Food & Beverage Service: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Pool Season is Memorial Day through Labor Day

FITNESS CENTER

The Fitness Center's interior finishes have all been brought current with elements and tones consistent with the Meadowood Spa, which opened in 2015. The men's and women's locker rooms each include approximately 60 lockers, news showers and sinks, complete with new saunas and steam rooms. Spaces dedicated to daily fitness classes, weight training and cardio workouts have been improved and expandedto create a more open and light-filled environment, allowing more space for stretching and functional training. The Tea Deck has also been expanded to accommodate additional seating and relaxation.

State of the art weight training and cardio equipment from Precor is available alongside several new exciting additions for guests to experience: two Peloton bikes, Concept 2 Skierg; a TRX station, Stairmaster StepMill, and Board 30s. The newly rebranded Strength & Spirit Studio, complete with new flooring and calming cream-colored walls, will continue to offer a variety of daily fitness classes including yoga, cardio weight training, cycle/sculpt as well as the newest addition of Board 30 classes. Board 30 utilizes resistance bands from all sides of the board for a full body and varied workout.

The expanded retail spaces offer soft grey tones with quartz countertops and silver hardware. Fitness-related retail will include items from Kate Spade; Vince Camuto; Carmen Marc Valvo; Beyond Yoga; and Tasc will be available, as will gift ideas from Voluspa candles and Thymes creams and lotions.

Fitness Center

Interior and exterior areas total 9,500 sq ft. (This includes both guests and service areas.)

Normal Daily Hours of Operation: 6:00 am to 8:00 pm*

* Holiday Hours will vary

To reserve a visit to Meadowood Napa Valley visit: Meadowood.com; email Reservations@meadowood.com; or call (800) 577-1206.

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Its the latest sign of the deteriorating relations between Mayor Bernard C. Jack Young and the City Council he once headed:

The Board of Estimates today approved a contract to renovate the Druid Hill swimming pool despite the Council not granting permission for a controversial parking lot included in the plan.

Unable to persuade the spending board to defer the contract, City Council President Brandon M. Scott was the lone vote against the $10.1 million item.

Comptroller Joan Pratt acknowledged community concerns about the lack of transparency and the loss of green space, but in the end abstained.

Young and his appointees, City Solicitor Andre M. Davis and Public Works Director Matthew Garbark, voted to approve construction of a new bath house and 79-space parking lot.

The mayor is leapfrogging over us Councilman Ed Reisinger.

The boards action was quickly denounced by the head of the committee that recessed last month without voting on the pool and parking lot. The deferral followed a public hearing on an ordinance required for the parking lot project.

The mayor is leapfrogging over us. The administration is disrespecting the process, disrespecting the Council president, and disrespecting me and my committee, said Ed Reisinger, chairman of the Land Use and Transportation Committee.

Reisinger also blasted Recreation and Parks officials who have been leading the project.

They have a mindset that they dont need to go to the community, he said, pointing to an information session about the project that some residents called insulting.

When they get their check that says theyre being paid by Mayor and City Council, I think they just see the Mayor part, Reisinger fumed.

Todays vote allows construction to begin on a new bath house and pool upgrades but not the parking lot, which still needs conditional-use approval from the Council to move forward.

Reisingers decision to hold off on the parking lot vote came after citizens questioned the idea of paving green space and encouraging more cars in the park. Nearby community groups said they were never briefed on the parking plan.

Im going to keep the bill recessed, Reisinger vowed.

Despite todays contract approval, the 10th District councilman said he would not resume committee deliberations on bill 19-0423. Im going to keep it recessed. We wanted to hear that there was a letter or some indication of support from the community, and I havent received that.

In the background of todays conflict is election-year politics.

Scott and Young are both running for mayor in the Democratic Party primary in April.

Reisinger at first backed Young, but yesterday announced his endorsement of Scott.

At todays board meeting, Scott sought to defer action on the contract.

I have slight confusion how it made it into the Board of Estimates agenda while its still in City Council committee, he said.

Reginald Moore, director of Recreation and Parks, urged immediate action.

Delaying this vote today delays the entire project, not just the parking lot, he said. The parking lot is a smaller component of this larger project.

But Scott asked how that is possible given that the pool and the parking lot are part of the same contract.

Scott said the scope of work in the contract would have to change if the Council rejects the parking lot.

In that case, Moore said the contractor would have to renegotiate the contract, while the city would continue its dialogue with the community.

The reality is having that parking lot is important, Moore said.

Councilman Ryan Dorsey, a strong critic of the parking lot, warned on social media that todays contract award could prompt litigation.

The city could face a lawsuit over this. Its bad gov operation, he tweeted. Altering the scope after awarding would likely give others who bid on the project good reason to say bid/award was unfair.

Several area residents testified today in opposition to the parking lot and on behalf of deferral.

Transit is the best solution, said Graham Coreil-Allen, an artist and transit advocate who lives in Greater Mondawmin. Save our greenspace by replacing the parking lot with a Druid Hill circulator [bus].

Coreil-Allen said the pollution resulting from increased car traffic would worsen already-high rates of asthma in West Baltimore. He noted that two-lane residential streets around the park were widened in the 1950s and 1960s despite protests by the largely Jewish and black communities in the area.

He said the park used to be served by a free shuttlebug. Now the city operates the free Charm City Circulator, which serves downtown and much of the so-called White L.

Druid Hill Park, Auchenteroly Terrace and Mondawmin, he said, deserve the same investment that downtown and other areas get.

Phong Le, a Goucher College professor and president of the Greater Remington Improvement Association, said the city did not communicate well.

Rec and Parks most recent meeting about the pool and parking lot was on the same night as a long-scheduled GRIA forum for City Council candidates.

I feel like we as a community were disrespected by never being contacted, Le said.

Cheryl Bailey Solomon, who lives on Auchenteroly Terrace, also spoke against the lot. We do struggle with just walking across the street, she told the board.

Sarah Hope, a Lauraville resident with a masters degree in landscape architecture, said she supported the parking lot.

The former Rec and Parks employee, who worked at the departments headquarters in Druid Hill Park, said she has used the park thousands of times. She said a parking lot would make it safer for cars and buses to unload kids going to the pool.

She added that, as a cyclist, she may not be making many friends in the cycling community with her testimony.

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DUBLIN, Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "CINV Treatment Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2020 - 2025)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The global CINV treatment market studied was projected to grow with a CAGR of nearly 5.8% over the forecast period.

The major factors attributing to the growth of the market are the increasing prevalence of cancer and rising research and development activities for cancer. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in 2018, an estimated 1,735,350 new cases of cancer will be detected in the United States and 609,640 people will die from the disease.

Furthermore, the growing investments in research and development programs by the biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies is boosting the market growth. However, the lack of awareness of the available drugs is the major drawback for market growth.

Key Market Trends

Speciality Clinics Segment is Expected to Grow at a Faster Rate in the Forecast Period

When chemotherapy penetrates the body, sensors in the digestive system and brain detect its presence as a foreign substance. Several substances, including serotonin and substance P, are released, triggering nausea and vomiting reflex. This is the body's effort to get rid of the foreign substance. So the doctors prescribe treatment for the CINV.

The major factor boosting the market growth of the segment is the increasing number of cancer cases globally. As the patient pool increases, there is a growth of chemotherapy and its side effects. The oncology clinics are increasing in number and so does the market growth.North America Dominates the Market and Expected to do Same in the Forecast Period

North America is expected to dominate the overall CINV treatment market, throughout the forecast period. The market growth is due to factors such as the presence of key players, high prevalence of cancer patients in the region, established healthcare infrastructure, and availability of branded drugs are some of the key factors accountable for its large share in the market.

Furthermore, beneficial government initiatives and an increase in the number of research partnerships are some of the drivers expected to increase market growth. In the North America region, the United States holds the largest market share due to the factors such as the increasing number of geriatric populations, along with a growing number of patient pools in the country.

Competitive Landscape

The CINV Treatment market is moderately competitive and consists of several major players. Some of the companies which are currently dominating the market Merck & Co., Inc., GlaxoSmithKline plc, Heron Therapeutics, Inc., Helsinn Holding S.A., Baxter Healthcare, Sandoz (Novartis AG), Orchid Healthcare, Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Sun Pharma.

Key Topics Covered

1 INTRODUCTION1.1 Study Deliverables1.2 Study Assumptions1.3 Scope of the Study

2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4 MARKET DYNAMICS4.1 Market Overview4.2 Market Drivers4.2.1 Increasing Prevalence of Cancer4.2.2 Rising Research & Development Activities for Cancer Treatments4.3 Market Restraints4.3.1 Lack of Awareness of the Available Drugs4.4 Porter's Five Force Analysis4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5 MARKET SEGMENTATION5.1 By Drug Type5.1.1 5-HT3 inhibitors5.1.2 NK1 inhibitors5.1.3 Others5.2 By End-user5.2.1 Hospitals5.2.2 Specialty Clinics5.2.3 Others5.3 Geography5.3.1 North America5.3.1.1 United States5.3.1.2 Canada5.3.1.3 Mexico5.3.2 Europe5.3.2.1 Germany5.3.2.2 United Kingdom5.3.2.3 France5.3.2.4 Italy5.3.2.5 Spain5.3.2.6 Rest of Europe5.3.3 Asia-Pacific5.3.3.1 China5.3.3.2 Japan5.3.3.3 India5.3.3.4 Australia5.3.3.5 South Korea5.3.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific5.3.4 Middle-East and Africa5.3.4.1 GCC5.3.4.2 South Africa5.3.4.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa5.3.5 South America5.3.5.1 Brazil5.3.5.2 Argentina5.3.5.3 Rest of South America

6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE6.1 Company Profiles6.1.1 Merck & Co. Inc.6.1.2 GlaxoSmithKline plc6.1.3 Heron Therapeutics Inc.6.1.4 Helsinn Holding S.A.6.1.5 Novartis AG6.1.6 Baxter Healthcare6.1.7 Orchid Healthcare6.1.8 Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.6.1.9 Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.6.1.10 Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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DUBLIN, Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Genomics Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Application and Technology (Functional Genomics, Pathway Analysis), by Deliverables (Products, Services), by End Use, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2020 - 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The global genomics market is expected to reach USD 31.1 billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 7.7% over the forecast period according to this report. Significant changes in disease management processes along with advancements in genomics and personalized medicine are expected to propel the market.

Increasing pool of market innovators such as 23andMe, Oxford Nanopore Technologies, and Veritas Genetics that have launched breakthrough genomic technologies in recent years are also contributing toward market development. 23andMe has expertise in developing direct-to-consumer genomic tests targeted toward disease prognosis and has recently received FDA approval for its commercialization.

MinION - a trademark sequencing device of Oxford Nanopore Technologies, is witnessing significant traction owing to its ability to sequence any fragment length of DNA in real time. On the other hand, Veritas Genetics offers an affordable solution for a complete readout of the genomic sequence. Earlier procured only by doctors, these tests can now be taken by anyone curious about their DNA and costs approximately USD 1,000. The company has also begun the commercialization of this technique for newborn's genomic sequencing applications in China in 2017.

Further key findings from the report suggest:

Key Topics Covered

Chapter 1 Research Methodology

Chapter 2 Executive Summary2.1 Genomics Market Outlook, 2016-2027

Chapter 3 Industry Outlook3.1 Penetration & Growth Prospects Mapping3.2 Trend Analysis3.2.1 Application Trends3.2.2 Product Trends3.2.3 End-Use Trends3.2.4 Regional Trends3.3 Genomics - Market Dynamics3.3.1 Market Driver Analysis3.3.1.1 Growing Integration of Genomics Data into Clinical Workflows3.3.1.1.1 More Targeted and Personalized Healthcare3.3.1.1.2 Growth of Newborn Genetic Screening Programs3.3.1.1.3 Advancements in Non-invasive Cancer Screening3.3.1.1.4 Military Genomics3.3.1.2 Technological Advances to Facilitate Genomic R&D3.3.1.2.1 Emergence of Advanced Genome Editing Techniques3.3.1.2.2 Integration of New Data Streams3.3.1.2.3 RNA Biology3.3.1.2.4 Single Cell Biology3.3.1.3 Rising Adoption of Direct to Consumer Genomics3.3.1.4 Success of Genetic Tools in Agrigenomics3.3.1.5 Increasing Participation of Different Companies3.3.1.6 Increase in Government Role and Funding in Genomics3.3.2 Market Restraint Analysis3.3.2.1 Issues Regarding Intellectual Property Protection, Data Management, and Public Policies3.3.2.2 Dearth of Skilled Personnel3.4 Opportunity Analysis3.5 Industry Analysis - Porter's3.5.1 Supplier Power - Medium3.5.2 Buyer Power - High3.5.3 Substitution Threat - Low3.5.4 New Entrants Threat - Low3.6 Regulatory Landscape: Genomics - SWOT by PEST Analysis3.6.1 Political Landscape3.6.2 Economic Landscape3.6.3 Social Landscape3.6.4 Technology Landscape3.7 Company Market Share Analysis3.8 Competitive Landscape3.8.1 Strategy Framework3.8.2 Company Categorization3.8.2.1 New Entrants3.8.2.2 Mature Players & Leaders

Chapter 4 Genomics Market Categorization: Deliverable Outlook4.1 Genomics Market Share By Deliverable Outlook, 2016 to 20274.2 Products Market, 2016 to 20274.3 Services Market, 2016 to 2027

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DUBLIN, Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Billiards and Snooker Equipment Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecasts (2020 - 2025)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The global billiards and snooker equipment market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.3% during the forecast period (2020-2025).

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Market Trends

Growth in Infrastructural Development coupled with Government initiatives

The standard of snooker facilities continues to rise with a growing number of official academies being launched across the world. The rise in the number of grassroots programs in schools, colleges, and clubs is one of the major factors driving the sales of billiards and snooker equipment, globally. Projects, such as World Disability Snooker, the World Women's Snooker Tour, and Cue Zone into Schools, supported by accredited coaching programs, are all now gaining momentum. Additionally, various governing bodies and associations played a significant role in promoting billiards and snooker as a sport.

North America is Leading the market

Strong penetration of cue sports and various recreational activities, along with numerous associations promoting the sport in the region, is expected to boost the demand for billiards and snooker equipment in the region. Favorable support from various governing bodies such as the United States Billiard Association (USBA) is further propelling the demand for billiards and snooker equipment across the region. The major players in the market are adopting online retail strategies to reduce costs and increase their margins, which may benefit the market during the forecast period.

Competitive Landscape

Brunswick Corporation, Diamond Billiard Products, H. Betti Industries, and Birmingham Billiards Ltd are some of the prominent players who are operating in this market. These players are embarking on mergers and acquisitions and entering into partnerships as one of their key strategies to achieve consolidation and optimize their offerings.

Key Topics Covered

1 INTRODUCTION1.1 Study Deliverables1.2 Study Assumptions1.3 Scope of the Study

2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4 MARKET DYNAMICS4.1 Market Drivers4.2 Market Restraints4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5 MARKET SEGMENTATION5.1 By Type5.1.1 Carom5.1.2 Pool5.1.3 Snooker5.2 By Equipment5.2.1 Table5.2.2 Ball5.2.3 Cue5.2.4 Other Equipment5.3 By Distribution Channel5.3.1 Offline channel5.3.2 Online channel5.4 Geography5.4.1 North America5.4.1.1 United States5.4.1.2 Canada5.4.1.3 Mexico5.4.1.4 Rest of North America5.4.2 Europe5.4.2.1 Spain5.4.2.2 United Kingdom5.4.2.3 Germany5.4.2.4 France5.4.2.5 Italy5.4.2.6 Belgium5.4.2.7 Rest of Europe5.4.3 Asia Pacific5.4.3.1 China5.4.3.2 Japan5.4.3.3 South Korea5.4.3.4 Vietnam5.4.3.5 Australia5.4.3.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific5.4.4 South America5.4.4.1 Brazil5.4.4.2 Argentina5.4.4.3 Rest of South America5.4.5 Middle East and Africa5.4.5.1 South Africa5.4.5.2 United Arab Emirates5.4.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE6.1 Most Active Companies6.2 Most Adopted Strategies6.3 Market Share Analysis6.4 Company Profiles6.4.1 Brunswick Corporation6.4.2 Diamond Billiard Products Inc.6.4.3 H. Betti Industries Inc.6.4.4 Birmingham Billiards Ltd.6.4.5 Yalin International Billiard Goods6.4.6 Snooker & Pool Table Company Ltd.6.4.7 Kaldera Billiards6.4.8 Fury

7 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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The Pool Tables Market report starts off from overview of industrial chain structure, and describes the upstream. Besides, the report analyses market size and forecast in different geographies, type and end-use segment, in addition, the report introduces market competition overview among the major companies and companies profiles, besides, market price and channel features are covered in the report.

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- Fancy Nine Tables- American-Style Pocket Table- Snooker Tables- Others

End use/application:

- Household- Commercial

According to Regional market size, production data and export & import include:

- Asia-Pacific- North America- Europe- South America- Middle East & Africa

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PERRY, Ga. Spring will bring warmer weather and two brand new parks in Perry.

Heritage Park is getting a makeover and will soon be home to the city's annual music festival along with some of the other "Perry Presents" events.

"Because you can't really see it from the street, a lot of the public hasn't really noticed what is going on," said the city's landscape manager Ansley Fitzner.

She said phase I is creating an amphitheater-style lawn with a stage, and phase II will include a walking trail, restrooms, and a retention pond.

This 20-acre park will cost around $1.13 million, and not too far down the road will be the new Legacy Park, which will cost around $625,000 and will be just under one acre.

She said Legacy Park will be a veterans memorial park with a reflection pool and flagpoles.

"I think the city sort of had this plan and then they were just waiting for funding to get into place," said Fitzner.

She said she's just excited to see what this means for the future of Perry.

"Perry is growing and they're also starting to see that we can become a sort of a destination for the region and by doing things like this, it brings people in to see what a great place we are."

Parrish Construction Group and Fitzner said both parks will be finished by spring 2020.

Heritage Park is located at 2005 Sam Nunn Boulevard and Legacy Park is on the corner of Main Street and Courtney Hodges Boulevard.

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Eli Weinkle, NXT AV, Los Angeles, CA

The ability for the client to interact with their lighting through the Savant Pro app and see a virtual representation of their room with Savants Trueimage always makes their jaws just drop. The first question we always get is if there is a camera in the roomthey simply cant believe a system can virtualize their environment is such a life-like manner. Combined with tunable or DMX lighting, its a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

What customers love and what I love to give them in their homes are features such as smart lighting, where one button can turn off the whole house or the kids rooms from the kitchen. Also, they love events happening in an automated way, such as window shades dropping as the sun sets to keep the sun out of their eyes.

There are two features that clients really appreciate in our installs. The main would be the single interface for anything related to technology in their home. The other would be stable, consistent, Wi-Fi. They are so used to Wi-Fi being unstable that when we put in Ruckus they are blown away that it just works every day.

We are finding that our clients are loving the way that video displays can be hidden when not in use. From TV lifts in cabinets, art lifts like Media Decor, panel back rise systems, and The Frame and Seura mirror displays are all in high demand. We had a client who saw these products in action, and they ended up with three lifts, two display mirrors, and one hidden door mount system. I believe that once a client sees these technologies in action that they want them in their homes.

As of late, we have found that voice control, motorization, and big beautiful displays have been big in the dazzling department. Amazing blended and hidden outdoor technology has also been a big wow factor this past year as well. Being able to totally hide and disguise amazing sounding audio paired with the ability to hide a big display in the ground with motorization has been jaw dropping for our clients.

Most clients are still blown away by the simple fact of an RF or IR repeating system controlling their gear in another room or behind closed cabinetry. When you hand them the smart remote and they can press a single button that fires up the entire systemremoving all complexitythey are always impressed by that.

We love to experience the first time a client hears a well-designed landscape/pool audio system, complete with buried subwoofer, in their new outdoor entertainment space. Their excitement is quite fulfilling to our entire team!

I think the feature that dazzles our customers the most are the one-app solutions from our integrated control systems. The specific feature that our clients appreciate is off-site remote control of their house environmental systems, including monitoring of security systems, cameras, lights, and temperatures..

Nothing seems to bring a smile to clients faces like a properly designed and installed audio system. At times it feels like a low bar: a proper music source, a good amplifier, and decent speakers (and subwoofers) that all consider the room. We always hear initial feedback of, Im not an audiophile, but no one ever regrets having great sound in their favorite room.

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