Security Design After 9/11

Good security design enhances quality of life after 9/11.

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September 1, 2004, 6:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"The most noticeable security response to the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, has been the appearance of Jersey barriers, large planters and drainage structures in front of important buildings in towns and cities across the nation. These measures, intended to stop vehicle attacks, were temporary, we were told, until more permanent and attractive barriers could be designed."

Thanks to Jeffrey Lofton, APR

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