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Re-framed Initiative – Study of Retrofit Schematic Designs

Westeck News

> Seismic upgrades to meet three performance objectives, and roof structural upgrades. > As each window and door is built to order, our customer have the freedom to design and create a product that is unique and personal. > Prioritizing occupant health and well being. >

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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

Additionally, interior specialties such as audio systems, wine rooms, solar systems, or home theaters, for example, should be identified and included in the schematic design budget. Extensive decks, patios, pools, and outdoor living spaces should be considered in a holistic budget during the schematic design phase.

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A4 Guide: The Six Phases of the Architectural Design Process

A4 Architects

555 Ocean Ave (Newport, Rhode Island) In previous Archi-TEXT articles it was discussed the value of an architect to help you navigate the various phases of the design of a new home or building or the renovation of an existing one, but what are the various phases of the architectural design process?

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7 Best Architecture Firms in The Philippines

Architizer

The Philippines is a country that has a rich tapestry of architectural culture, spanning from the indigenous Filipino Bahay Kubo houses and the Banaue Rice Terraces to contemporary skylines and eco-resorts. Albeit a small country, The Philippines is architecturally vibrant. How are these architecture firms ranked?

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AI and its Impact on the Design and Construction Industries

SW Oregon Architect

Indeed, I’ve written several blog posts about AI and its implications for the architectural profession in recent years. The following is just a small sampling (I snagged the tagline that accompanies each from their respective websites): ARCHITEChTURES : Design better buildings faster with AI. SWAPP : Design to inspire.

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Made by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Made by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture: An Ethnography of Design by Albena Yaneva 010 Publishers , December 2009 Hardcover | 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches | 128 pages | 30 illustrations | English | ISBN: 9789064507144 | €19.95 In these stories of invention the "Eureka!" moments are missing.

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Signum Architecture Designs Contemporary Winery & Hospitality Experience at Domaine Fondugues Pradugues

Architizer

After visiting several of our wineries in the Napa Valley, including CADE Estate, our client asked us to design a contemporary winery that would also speak to the rich agricultural vernacular in Southern France, and align with the property’s existing residence. © Signum Architecture. What inspired the initial concept for your design?