Pulling off stage design that speaks to the performance is key to putting on any production without a hitch, these top tips for successful stage design will help you steal the show. The scene sets the backdrop for any story or experience, hence why your job as stage designer is so important. Here are some top tips for stage design …
Tips to Make Cities More Energy Efficient
Developing more energy efficient cities remains a top priority in the US, as well as around the world. There are many ways cities can promote greener and more energy efficient practices, such as developing energy-efficient targets, tracking and reporting progress, and offering grants, rebates and other financial incentives. In addition, they can host competitions with awards, offer technical training on …
Important Guidelines For Functional Commercial Site Furnishings
Benches, chairs and other commercial site furnishings play a huge role in overall functionality when outfitting a college campus, restaurant, City Square, bus stop, business courtyard, and etc. TerraCast Products has built a reputation on durable, long-lasting and beautiful site furnishings that far and beyond outlast the competition. We accomplish this by using a specially made resin blend mix to …
The Role of Planters in Creating Flexible Urban Spaces
Urban spaces are evolving to meet the changing needs of communities. Streets, plazas, and public gathering areas are no longer designed for a single purpose. Instead, they are expected to accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, events, outdoor dining, and seasonal programming. This shift has increased the demand for flexible design solutions that can adapt over time without requiring major reconstruction. Planters have …
How Lightweight Materials Simplify Large-Scale Streetscape Installations
Large-scale streetscape installations require careful coordination, tight timelines, and efficient use of labor. Whether a city is revitalizing a downtown corridor, installing protected bike lanes, upgrading pedestrian plazas, or developing rooftop amenity spaces, logistics often determine how smoothly a project progresses. While durability and appearance are important, the physical weight of site furnishings can significantly impact installation efficiency. Lightweight materials …
Durable Resin Planters for Municipal Streetscapes | TerraCast®
The Planter Built to Outlast the Elements.Traditional concrete cracks. Fiberglass chips. Painted finishes peel and absorb graffiti. In high-traffic municipal environments, those failures turn into maintenance budgets, replacement cycles, and frustrated stakeholders. TerraCast® LLDPE resin planters are engineered for streetscapes, pedestrian plazas, and transportation corridors where durability matters. Non-porous, freeze-thaw stable, and color-through, they resist vandalism, weather damage, and daily …
Light Pole Bolt Covers
Light Pole Bolt CoversCommercial grade large planters are the specialty of TerraCast.Built for Long-Term Performance Traditional light pole bolt covers are often made from thin steel, aluminum, or ABS plastic — materials that easily rust, crack, or fade. Because of their limited durability, they’re often treated as disposable parts rather than long-lasting components of the installation. At TerraCast® Products, we’ve …
Hot City, Healthy Plants: Keeping Greenery Thriving in Heat Islands
Urban centers are heating up faster than surrounding rural areas due to a phenomenon known as the urban heat island effect. Concrete, asphalt, and glass absorb and radiate heat, pushing city temperatures significantly higher, especially in summer. While greenery can help cool things down, maintaining healthy plants in these harsh environments presents a major challenge. That’s where self-watering resin planters …
Cooling the City: How Resin Furnishings Support Urban Heat Mitigation
As cities grow and temperatures rise, urban planners and architects face a pressing challenge: mitigating the urban heat island (UHI) effect. This phenomenon—caused by the abundance of heat-absorbing materials like concrete and asphalt—makes metropolitan areas significantly warmer than their rural surroundings. In response, municipalities are exploring ways to cool their streetscapes without sacrificing form or function. Resin furnishings, especially those …
Summer Planting Made Easy: Using Self-Watering Resin Planters in Hot Urban Environments
As temperatures rise and cities heat up, maintaining healthy urban greenery becomes more challenging—and more essential. Plants play a vital role in cooling urban areas, filtering pollutants, and enhancing the overall beauty and livability of public spaces. Yet in high-heat environments, keeping those plants hydrated can become a costly, labor-intensive task. That’s where self-watering resin planters from TerraCast® offer a …








