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August’s Architecture Billings Index drops slightly, driven by declines in multifamily and institutional contracts

Archinect

The American Institute of Architects' latest Architecture Billings Index for August has recorded a slight decrease to a score of 48.1 (any The value of new design contracts also dropped for the first time since April.

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National Museums Liverpool re-tenders Slavery Museum design contract after Adjaye departure

Archinect

National Museums Liverpool (NML) has issued a new tender for design contracts for the anticipated new Liverpool Slavery Museum a month after its original architect David Adjaye was formally removed from the project over sexual misconduct allegations that were first made public in June.

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Construction Contracts: What to Know About Estimates vs. Bids

Santa Cruz Architect

One of the most crucial decisions homeowners face is how to structure the contract with their contractor. Understanding the nuances between different contract types, particularly fixed-price contracts (bids) and time and materials (T&M) contracts, is essential for managing costs effectively and ensuring the project’s success.

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Citizen Architect

SW Oregon Architect

The intriguing subject of the meeting was what it means to be a model “Citizen Architect.” Simply put, the notion of the Citizen Architect relates to design professionals who engage in civic endeavors, contributing their insights, talents, and experiences towards the betterment of society.

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NCARB and ARB release reciprocal licensure guidelines for architects in the US and UK

Archinect

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) has released information containing guidelines for architects attempting to find work authorizations in the United Kingdom through the newly-signed Mutual Recognition Agreement between them and the Architects Registration Board (ARB). licensed practitioners.”

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Alive: A New Spatial Contract for Multi-Species Architecture // The Living

Architizer

Text description provided by the architects. In a broader sense, this project is a model for a new spatial contract. Alive: A New Spatial Contract for Multi-Species Architecture Gallery. The post Alive: A New Spatial Contract for Multi-Species Architecture // The Living appeared first on Journal. Project Status: Built.

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New York City sues Steven Holl Architects over inaccessible Hunters Point Library design

Archinect

New York City is suing the architects behind the Hunters Point Library for tens of millions of dollars over portions of the structure not being accessible to people with handicaps, in violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act. [.] The city’s lawsuit was filed May 17 in state Supreme Court in Manhattan.

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