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The Home of Your Dreams: A Guide to Designing and Building a Custom Home

The Architecture Designs

A designer is typically an architect or engineer who is responsible for creating the plans for the home, while a builder is responsible for the actual construction. It is wise to consult both a local professional and the local governing body to ensure that all regulations are met and that your home meets all safety standards.

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Insights: What do different engineers do, and when do I hire one?

Matt Fajkus Architecture

Preface by Matt Fajkus: There is a saying that goes something like this, “Engineers have to know everything about one thing, and architects have to know a little about everything.” This includes coordinating with all consultants – especially engineers, who bring great value and technical expertise to any given project.

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Artificial Intelligence in Navigating the Building Codes

Santa Cruz Architect

Building codes are essential regulations that ensure the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of structures. Understanding Building Codes Building codes are a set of regulations and standards that govern the design, construction, and operation of buildings.

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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

Deezen

Uncertainty among governments and insurers over whether mid- and high-rise timber buildings are safe in a fire remains a key obstacle to the greater adoption of engineered-wood buildings. In Finland, the maximum permitted height for a residential building with a load-bearing timber structure and no sprinklers is two storeys.

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Meet the Team: Who Works with an Architect on a Design Project?

DesignScape Architects

From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect. With in-depth building codes knowledge and detailed calculations, your team of engineers can determine if your building is strong enough to uphold all relevant standards.

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The Role of Architects in Construction Projects

Santa Cruz Architect

The term “architect” refers only to individuals who are registered with a local governing body. Architects work hand-in-hand with other professionals such as civil and structural engineers to deliver qualified designs. To become licensed, architects must meet specific professional training requirements and pass board exams.

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Prepared to Change

Landscape Architecture Magazine

But Vermont definitely seems more engineering-focused to me, which is really surprising coming from Philadelphia, where I did not get that same sense. One of the interesting things about the town is we don’t have zoning, but what we do have, what we’re working on right now, is site plan regulations. I think that’s part of it.

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