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Architecture is Awesome #23: Walls

SW Oregon Architect

Architecture appears for the first time when the sunlight hits a wall. Photo of the National Parliament House of Bangladesh by Rossi101 at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons) This is another in my series of posts inspired by 1000 Awesome Things , the Webby Award winning blog written by Neil Pasricha. Louis Kahn.

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Marilyn Monroe’s Final Home Is Temporarily Saved From Demolition

Dwell

Los Angeles preservation aficionados flew into action when news of an impending demo permit hit last week. When news of a recently issued demolition permit for Marilyn Monroe’s one time Los Angeles home hit the web late last week, fans and preservation aficionados alike immediately got up in arms.

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The A4 Architecture Project Guide

A4 Architects

The A4 Architecture Project Guide For people beginning their first design and construction project there is often a sense of fear and ignorance. For that reason, our firm has created the A4 Architecture Project Guide to give our new customer a basic understanding of the process they are about to undergo.

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Unveiling the Hidden Realities of Home Construction : Secrets Exposed

Design Thoughts Architects

In this captivating blog, we embark on a journey of discovery, shedding light on the secrets every homeowner should know before diving into their construction project. Secret 2: Preparing for Permit Processes The second secret of home construction unravels during the often complex and time-consuming permit processes.

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Discovering the Advantages of a Tiled Conservatory Roof: A Comprehensive Guide

The Architecture Designs

In this blog, we’ll explore why you should consider investing in a tiled conservatory roof and delve into the associated costs. Whether you prefer a traditional slate or terracotta tile or a more modern synthetic option, there are plenty of design choices available to complement your home’s architecture and aesthetic.

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The 3 Types of Must-Have Content for Architecture Firms

Archmark

We've heard several firm owners express their concern over the fact that clients see them as gatekeepers, an obstacle to overcome, in order to get their drawings and permits. We've learned a lot from evaluating more than 550 architecture firm websites. But we are here to assure you that YOU can change this. So what's the alternative?

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7 Reasons Every Architecture Firm Needs a Professional Website

Archmark

When you think of an architecture firm's website, images of sleek, minimalist designs and portfolio imagery that take up nearly the entire website might come to mind. You might be used to requesting document after document for legal permits, architectural plans, discovery questionnaires, project deliverables, timelines, and so on.