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More Tent Than Cabin, Jupe’s $25K Prefabs Don’t Require Permitting

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But he soon ran into issues that only come with experience, like how much time it takes to get a permit and what constitutes a necessity in such a small space. Years ago, when Jeffrey Wilson was just getting started in the prefab industry, he set his sights on glamping—you know, camping, but for people who don’t want to get dirty.

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Gehry Partners and Mark Cavagnero Associates named to design proposed Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall renovation in San Francisco

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In September, the client submitted a proposal to begin the entitlement process for renovations to the SOM and Pietro Belluschi-designed structure. The institution says it is still in the exploratory phase of the process and cautions it has yet to commit to a project or submitted any other permits as the concepts are explored further.

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Business Stadium Central by Zaha Hadid Architects building permit issued

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The City of Vilnius has issued the building permit for Business Stadium Central designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. Integrated within the Vilnius City Plan and the popular public square adjacent to the site, Business Stadium Central will be a new gathering place for the city. m design also connects its two towers via a skybridge at level five.

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Architecture Workplace or School Horror Stories

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Please leave out specific names if that stirs up legal troubles.)

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A Breeze Block Courtyard Is the Only Way to Access This Australian Home’s Bedroom

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Breeze-block walls demarcate the various zones of the house, yet permit light, breeze, and views. Similarly, north-facing clerestory windows permit abundant light while their obscure glazing conceals views of the neighboring two-story house that would otherwise loom over the property.

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Columbia City Abbey Apartments by Allied8

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We worked closely with the client to navigate each successfully. This preserved the curbside presence, and offered our client an improved ROI. Combining planning and design, we revised an old master use permit and an expiring contract rezone w. we could significantly increase the floor area on the interior.

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In This Town, Renovating Instead of Tearing Down Puts Money Back in Your Pocket

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The local realtor had walked many clients through the Chicago-area residence, designed by architect Alfred Pashley in the 1920s for a daughter of George Healy, the official portrait painter of Abraham Lincoln. A proposal to pause the issuance of teardown permits resulted in claims of overreach on property rights.