DesignScape Architects

APRIL 11, 2023

Research is an essential part of any design journey, so let's outline what you'll learn in this blog, so you can feel more comfortable when you start a design project. This blog will cover: What Is Commercial Architectural Design? This phase can take considerable time, depending on building permit wait times.

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Brandon Donnelly

JULY 25, 2022

I'm working on a new blog post called, "the definitive but crazy guide to creating more affordable housing." " What should I include? — Brandon Donnelly / brandondonnelly.eth (@donnelly_b) July 7, 2022. Okay, so maybe this isn’t an entirely definitive guide.

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Dwell

JANUARY 7, 2023

Long before "sustainable design" was a buzz phrase, treading lightly was baked into earthship construction, from harvesting rainwater and snowmelt to processing blackwater and gray water to energy production via solar panels. Though all earthships follow a basic formula, no two are exactly alike. They’re off-grid, proudly iconoclastic.

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Brandon Donnelly

JUNE 3, 2023

We have spoken about this topic — of larger family-sized suites — many times before on the blog. A lot of this has to do with construction costs and other unavoidable diseconomies of scale, but there are other things we can do. And my argument then, as it is now, is that the largest barrier is cost.

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A4 Architects

APRIL 19, 2023

The A4 Architecture Project Guide For people beginning their first design and construction project there is often a sense of fear and ignorance. They know that the process is going to be challenging and they may have heard stories of schedule delays and budget overruns.

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Design Thoughts Architects

MARCH 27, 2023

The Role of Residential Architects in house construction- Residential architects design and plan houses to meet their clients’ needs and comply with building regulations. They collaborate with builders and contractors during construction to ensure the project stays on track and meets the specified requirements. Intrigued ?

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DesignScape Architects

APRIL 17, 2023

Whether you are designing a traditional home or your interests lie in large scale commercial buildings, you will find many different people involved in the construction process. Whether behind the scenes or on-site to supervise construction projects, your architect needs to know how to manage both people and good design.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 19, 2018

This was a fixed fee based on the design scope with an hourly rate for the construction period. Yes and as I joined with UK Architects we continue to provide a fee estimate based on construction cost and estimated hourly output with some tasks, such as meetings, billed hourly. What was the construction cost for the project presented?

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EntreArchitect

JULY 26, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. We use Trello to keep track of tasks from project inception until the construction is finished. Throughout construction? Project Name.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 21, 2018

JHF Construction (GC), H&H Engineering (Structural), edited (furniture, art, staging). What was the construction cost for the project presented? Mainly old school during construction… email, phone, and site visits. Throughout construction? Describe the construction team for this project. Architect’s Name.

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Design Thoughts Architects

JANUARY 19, 2022

Before you start building your house, you should estimate some important elements like affordability, land availability, legal formalities, location, house construction cost, and time till you put the final brick in the wall. The cost of construction includes the cost of raw materials, shipping, and taxes.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

Defining the scope of work and the goals for a project is an important part of any design and construction process. Account for hard costs as well as soft costs such as design and professional fees for the Architect, the Engineer, the Contractor, other consultants and permitting fees. Time is another key element of a budget.

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EntreArchitect

OCTOBER 16, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a continuing blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. Percentage of Construction Cost. What was the construction cost for the project presented? Throughout construction?

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Architecture Ideas

APRIL 28, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the essentials for successful kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects. You can even look up the typical construction cost in Iowa and see which kitchen or bath remodel fits your budget. This is so that your finished product looks just how you envision it.

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EntreArchitect

AUGUST 9, 2018

EntreArchitect: Behind the Design is a weekly blog series where we feature work designed, developed and/or built by small firm entrepreneur architect members of The EntreArchitect Community. BD&E Engineering, Home As Art, Mangrum Construction. What was the construction cost for the project presented? Project Name.

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Architects Tales

APRIL 25, 2019

Blog Story No. For the results from the AIA’s first collective action, s ee my blog story, CHANCE MEETING , [2] about the creation in 1956-57 of the very first program of professional liability insurance in the world. . Contractor’s specification: Pound to Fit, Paint to Match Annoymous. More Change.

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Community Architect Daily

MAY 13, 2023

Hardship arguments won the day for the demolition permit of the old Eddies in Mount Vernon, a result that caused much CHAP bashing. The third partner is Jayson Williams, CEO of Mayson Dixon Companies. This route isn't very well defined and leaves a lot of room for interpretation.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 5, 2018

What was the construction cost for the project presented? Describe the construction team for this project. The construction team was a general contractor, Boxwell Homes, led by our 50/50 partner on the job with a site supervisor. What was the architect’s role during construction? What was the process for permitting?

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Archmark

APRIL 6, 2023

You might be used to requesting document after document for legal permits, architectural plans, discovery questionnaires, project deliverables, timelines, and so on. You can confidently demonstrate your expertise in your architecture niche through blogging, case studies, project portfolios, and your website’s copy.

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DesignScape Architects

JANUARY 27, 2022

In the previous installment of this blog, we left off discussing the impact of Sir Herbert Baker’s building designs on the overall architectural identity of Cape Town in the early 20th century. This series of blog posts seeks to further explore exactly how Cape Town’s architecture came to be, and how we might rebuild for a better future.

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A Better Built Environment

MARCH 1, 2021

Things I’m Writing With a content marketing strategy for my new website, design services, and ADU plans, I’ve started writing blog posts to answer frequently asked questions. Cost of designing and building a custom home I break down a typical project budget and discuss design fees, permitting, costs, and construction costs.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

MARCH 28, 2018

Adding an addition to your home is therefore like building a house: it requires a team of design and construction professionals and involves several phases. SET A PROJECT BUDGET (HARD COSTS + ASSOCIATED COSTS) The cost of an addition varies widely depending on the nature of the project, the materials and the construction details.

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Design Thoughts Architects

MARCH 23, 2023

The second floor featured the master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and toilet, a balcony, two bedrooms, and even a small study if space permitted. ” If you want to build your dream home, check out our earlier blog on “ Top 10 Fascinating Secrets To Consider Before Constructing Your New Home.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

This project will be constructed using SIP’s (Structurally Insulated Panels), we are using a post tension structural slab, the owner will be extremely active in the construction process, and we are targeting a total construction cost somewhere in the $200 per square foot range. Could be pretty interesting.

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The Architecture Designs

MAY 23, 2022

Construction Company or Restoration Company? Construction Company or water damage Company ? From an amateur point of view, he can call a restoration company or a construction company. This blog enables you to understand these differences! What is a Construction & Construction company?

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

This week, I am sharing blogging duties with a friend and active supporter of Entrepreneur Architect. He is the founder of Young Architect, a blog featuring articles about design, the architecture registration exam , entrepreneurship, and his journey as a young architect.

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EntreArchitect

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Bring them to site visits, construction meetings, to get building permits and anywhere outside the office to learn. He is the founder of Young Architect , a blog featuring articles about design, the architecture registration exam, entrepreneurship, and his journey as a young architect.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

ADU and JADU (Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit) permits can’t be denied for nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures on the property, unless they pose a threat to public health and safety. Concurrent Permit Review. Cities must review and issue demolition permits at the same time as ADU permits.

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Community Architect

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

The strict criteria spell out what it takes: The public improvement requires a minimum investment of ten million dollars ($10,000,000), exclusive of any facade work directly associated with construction and operation of the sign. (c) 1) through (.3),

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Portland Architecture

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

And with a succession of writing assignments following a slow pandemic, my posts to this blog have been too seldom lately. A close second is the Bridger Canyon House [also in Bozeman]: amazing clients and an amazing contractor (Archer Construction). . I apologize for that, but there are several new posts on the way.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 12, 2014

It was very interesting that many of them had similar questions to those I receive every day from the licensed architects who follow this blog. Should non-architects be permitted to use the term “architect”? I had many interesting conversations with architecture students while I was in Chicago. How would they compete?

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The Architecture Designs

JUNE 1, 2023

This blog will uncover why renting one for your Dallas home renovation is great. Similarly, the volume of waste that results from such a project is huge, which includes construction materials, old fixtures, and demolition debris. Do I Need a Dumpster Rental Permit? They require some serious time and effort to finish.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 23, 2013

i gotta say im so happy that i found your blog. Tech was mentioned in your blog! (74′ Judit Hi Bob, I am an architect from Hungary and I really like your blog! Marc Great blog today. [link] Bob Borson Hi Sergio – thanks for taking the time to leave a comment – and I think your English is just fine!

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 1, 2013

After weeks of working on a house addition design, making changes upon changes to satisfy the wife, I was told I should already have the permit drawings done. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.' We were fired from a project by a husband and wife because I didn’t already have the project done. Send to Email Address.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2023

MFPRO+ Blog Mixed-Use Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Apartments Designers Architects New Project Portfolios A wave of residential projects rising across the country is meeting an insatiable demand, given the estimated shortage of 7.3 Sustainable Senior Living Construction is well under way in Yonkers, N.Y.,

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Community Architect

APRIL 30, 2024

The next phase of the Key Bridge disaster, when a new bridge needs to be designed and constructed, will tell us if the unbureaucratic approach will last. Subsequently it was hampered by scandals and stop construction orders involving a variety of structural issues surrounding the concrete pier construction and the design standards.

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Brandon Donnelly

MARCH 7, 2023

JC: The OBC generally does not permit soft stories in any form for buildings where people are likely to live, work or play. I don’t usually do Q&As on this blog, so let me know in the comment section below if you found this one valuable and if you’d like to see more of them. BD: Thanks for this, James.

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