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Are mass-timber buildings a fire safety risk?

Deezen

Architects enthusiastic about mass timber must improve their understanding of fire safety or risk disaster, experts tell Dezeen as part of the Timber Revolution series. No consensus has been reached across different building code jurisdictions about the safety limitations of building with wood, and the rules vary wildly between countries.

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Appendix Q of the CRC – The Tiny House Code

Santa Cruz Architect

” In this article we’ll delve into the intricacies of Appendix Q, exploring its potential, limitations, and implications for both tiny house enthusiasts and the broader housing landscape. Reduced material usage translates to lower construction costs and environmental impact.

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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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Basic Steps For Creating An ADU

Santa Cruz Architect

This article outlines a general process for creating an ADU. If you have an existing ADU that is not currently legally permitted, you may find that some of these steps may not apply to you as you go through the process of obtaining city approval and getting your ADU registered. Pre-Construction/Permitting.

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Installing an Asphalt Driveway: How Much Does an Asphalt Driveway Cost?

The Architecture Designs

This article will guide you through the steps of installing an asphalt driveway and the total installation cost, including the factors affecting the damage to your wallet. Another factor is the construction site. Cost-effective: Asphalt is one of the most affordable materials for driveway construction. soil, gravel, etc.)

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"Design professionals can make choices to prove that disasters are not natural"

Deezen

Jobs are particularly affected in agriculture, construction, and delivery. Wider planning aspects would support walking, cycling, and public transportation, factoring in safety, reliability, and all weather. It is expensive, it burdens the power grid leading to power outages, and not everyone can stay indoors during a heatwave.

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The Architect's Questionnaire: Daniel Toole

Portland Architecture

A recent Seattle house was featured in a New York Times article called " A Modern Home That Looks Toward the Sky and the Water." And then, when a concept crystallizes, watching it inspire and almost design itself once the fundamentals are established is a deeply satisfying feeling, especially in construction.

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