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Architects, engineers, and contractors support a nationwide definition of what constitutes a zero-emissions building

The Architect's Newsletter

Dozens of architecture, engineering, and contracting firms have signed on to a proposal from the Biden administration that would develop a single definition for a zero-emissions building.

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Secrets of a structural engineer

BD+C

Secrets of a structural engineer 0 dbarista Fri, 09/08/2023 - 11:54 Engineers Walter P Moore's Scott Martin, PE, LEED AP, DBIA, offers tips and takeaways for young—and veteran—structural engineers in the AEC industry. Below is a summary of the presentation “Secrets of a Structural Engineer” that I gave to the students.

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SPF Architects creates Obama Sports Complex from pre-engineered metal structures

Deezen

Architecture studio SPF Architects has completed a sports facility in Los Angeles consisting of two separate buildings that were built using pre-engineered metal structures in order to not disrupt activity at the site. SPF Architects designed atheletic buildings for the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex.

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Collaboration: Architects & Engineers

EntreArchitect

Architects and Engineers: How do we best collaborate? It is also important that both architects and engineers are focused on the project’s success. In my experience, successful collaboration between architects and engineers can occur with the following steps: Decide who is in charge of moving the project forward.

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dMFK Architects restores CFA Voysey's Arts and Crafts factory to its "former glory"

Deezen

Architecture studio dMFK Architects has restored and renovated the Voysey House office in Chiswick, London , which was originally designed as a wallpaper factory by architect CFA Voysey. Voysey House stands as the only commercial building designed by the renowned architect. The photography is by Jack Hobhouse.

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Are Sole Practitioners the Creative Engine of the Architectural Profession?

Architizer

F reelance architects and designers and single-person architecture and/or design firms invited to throw their hats in the ring: Start Submission What is the most propagandistic image of ‘the architect’? As a norm, society frequently sees architects as singular entities that design buildings and spaces through creative inception.

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The Challenge of Budget Constraints

SW Oregon Architect

To address cost limitations, owners may need to work closely with their architects and contractors to identify effective solutions. Open communication and collaboration between the owner, architect, and contractor from the project’s inception are clearly effective strategies for maximizing the value of construction projects.