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Impossible Builds

Construction on Sweden Island Begins

Construction has commenced on Sweden Island.

Aired 02/07/2018 | Rating TV-G

Impossible Builds

Construction on Sweden Island Begins

Clip: Episode 2 | 1m 38sVideo has Closed Captions

Construction has commenced on Sweden Island.

Construction has commenced on Sweden Island and 400 cubic meters of concrete for the foundation are being poured. The construction team is in a race against the clock, with only seven hours to complete this task so that the concrete dries as one solid mass.

Aired 02/07/2018 | Rating TV-G

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Episode 2 Preview | Europe in the Desert

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Preview: Ep2 | 30s | Trace one man’s dream to transform six sand islands into a luxurious holiday destination. (30s)

The Heart of Europe’s Desert Jungle

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Clip: Ep2 | 2m 19s | Landscape Gardner Richard Westcott must create a “desert jungle” on the islands. (2m 19s)

The Heart of Europe’s Emergency Response Team

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Clip: Ep2 | 4m 19s | The Heart of Europe has created its own Emergency Response Unit (ERU). (4m 19s)

Strengthening the Ground Using Vibro Compaction

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Clip: Ep2 | 2m 4s | Before construction can begin, the sand must be compacted using "vibro compaction." (2m 4s)

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