Architecture Ideas

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Every year at this time, our mailboxes get to fill with gifts. Many people love to make their Christmas cards because you can choose and create your own designs and sentiments. Some of them are for big DIY enthusiasts out there, and some are very simple that you can make with your kids.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Mary Jo Minerich and Amanda Markovic, AIA MFPRO+ Blog Affordable Housing Designers Architects Legislation Adaptive Reuse What’s next with affordable housing? See what they say below: “What will affordable housing look like in the coming year? Most cities still face a shortage of tens of thousands of affordable units.

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Dwell

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Highly anticipated annual forecasts like Pantone’s Color of the Year and Pinterest Predicts write the blueprint for which styles will take over. But who makes these predictions, and what goes into them? When I was looking for symbolism, I thought, [this bug] has existed for years. The team has something better: Leatrice Eiseman.

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Dwell

JANUARY 12, 2024

Good things come to those who wait, but as climate change heats up our cities, breaking record temperatures year after year, how long should we wait for a swimming pool? For + POOL, that would be, well, nearly 14 years. It started with two guys and took ten years. They raise the money within one week.

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Architectural Observer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A work-in-progress for over thirty years which combines multiple architectural influences frequently described as “eclectic”, Woodland Palace is much more than eclectic; it’s downright eccentric — and happily so. The house is often open to the public, though not year-round. He retired (at age 32!)

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The Architecture Designs

JULY 21, 2023

This blog examines ten timeless interior design trends loved by bay area interior design firms. This blog examines ten timeless interior design trends loved by bay area interior design firms. It resonates with those seeking a balance between minimalism and comfort, making it a timeless choice.

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JANUARY 23, 2023

The Pritzker Prize is announced in the Spring, typically in March, a few months after a glut of year-end awards have made headlines, including the AIA Gold Medal and other awards from the American Institute of Architects announced in December. The Stirling Prize and other RIBA awards happen in the fall, as does the Praemium Imperiale.

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

DECEMBER 19, 2022

For this last post of 2022 I looked back at the dozens of books I reviewed or featured as "Book Briefs" on this blog, and the ones I reviewed on World-Architects. As such, I've listed at bottom some recent and forthcoming books I'm looking forward to reading and (hopefully) reviewing in the new year. Until then, warm holiday wishes!

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Architecture Here and There

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

This blog tends to focus on the ill effects of modernity on the urban landscape, but every nation (almost) has its own rural landscape, and its adulteration and disappearance is the flip side of what has happened in cities and towns round the globe. Cows, unaware of dark clouds, enjoying rural landscape in Scotland. heraldscotland.com).

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JULY 31, 2023

From the middle of March, when a family emergency put this blog on hiatus , until the middle of July, when a funeral mass was held for my dad, my life was split almost evenly between my home in New York City and my parent's home in Central Florida.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

A side hustle is defined as a way to make some extra cash that allows you the flexibility to pursue what you’re most interested in. Let me make this clear, this website is not a passion for me and 99% of the time it simply feels like an extension of my day job. So … Is this writing this website my side hustle?

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Shades of Grey

JULY 30, 2021

I am trying to find balance in my life which for many years has leaned heavily towards the digital sphere. This phrase captures an obsession that began in my late teens and has expanded and diversified for more than 50 years. I recently uploaded a video to YouTube, based on my Luzern studies. That work focuses on “the way we build”.

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Architects Tales

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

23 of the blog, www.architects-tales, Copyright 2019© by Dale R. They had just the right “tooth” for the architect’s ink pen to make drawings of the ideas that were generated during the meal between the architect and client. – ” Less is More” – Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

MARCH 21, 2022

I've decided to bring back "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog. This installment features six monographs published between December 2020 and January 2022.

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 20, 2023

This is why it’s so important to make sure that the shingles you choose are the right ones for the job, and that you have the right contractor taking care of your shingle roofing project. As part of home maintenance and improvement, roofing is no joke – and in Idaho, you often have to contend with extreme weather and temperatures.

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Architecture Ideas

APRIL 19, 2022

This blog will look at the different types of air conditioners on the market and the different things to look out for in each A.C. This blog will look at the different types of air conditioners on the market and the different things to look out for in each A.C. After all, you want to make sure your A.C. lasts for a long time.

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Archmark

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

While this may have felt true a few years ago, your website is now the first place most potential clients will go to learn about your firm, even when they are referred to you. Consider spending some time making a list of the features, outcomes, and priorities that are important for your firm.

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In this of "Book Briefs," — the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog — are six books in three pairs. They sent me a few, and given this book's portable size and breezy nature it was the first one I finished.

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The Architecture Designs

JUNE 16, 2023

In this blog, we review the top five reasons why you need a new water heater and if right now is the correct time to call your plumber for help. Frequent Repairs Don’t get us wrong, making repairs is great. Having any type of plumbing problem can be an annoyance for a homeowner and their family. We didn’t think so.

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EntreArchitect

SEPTEMBER 1, 2013

I’ve shared this story before, in much more depth here at the blog , in hopes of helping others avoid some of the pitfalls we’ve experienced over the years. Some have failed and others have helped to make us the success that we’ve become. The superstorm of these past recession years have been painful.

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Architectural Observer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Recently a 30-year-old office tower in downtown Baltimore, for example, sold for a fraction of its worth from just eight years ago. Recently a 30-year-old office tower in downtown Baltimore, for example, sold for a fraction of its worth from just eight years ago. Unlivable as in crime is rampant.

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EntreArchitect

DECEMBER 6, 2016

That was the day when I relaunched my personal blog Entrepreneur Architect with it’s new domain EntreArchtect.com, posted my first podcast episode and promised you, the small firm architect, that I would dedicate my time, my money and my efforts to building this platform into an influential force in the profession.

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Archmark

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

While this may have felt true a few years ago, your website is now the first place most potential clients will go to learn about your firm, even when they are referred to you. Online client testimonials are the new word of mouth, and sharing your expertise on your site builds rapport with potential clients.

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Archmark

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Is your website helping them to better understand what you do, what makes you different, and why they should work with you? Ten to fifteen years ago, if you were building a new website, you probably were approaching it as a simple brochure or portfolio site. Even under the best of circumstances, those results are a problem.

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EntreArchitect

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

As the new year quickly approaches, we hear the annual recommendations for planning our year ahead. Every magazine and blog is running an article about how to plan for 2018. I’m sure you’ve heard me say this or seen my write it somewhere here on the blog in the past. No Monday Meetings. I just sit… quietly.

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JUNE 19, 2023

The most recent numbered installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog, was #48, back in December. The last shows how ideas around concrete are as important as the physical material itself.

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Archmark

AUGUST 2, 2021

Is your website helping them to better understand what you do, what makes you different, and why they should work with you? Step 2: Stop making things difficult for your future clients. Before you start looking critically at your website and decide what you need to do to improve it, let’s talk about the purpose of your website.

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Architects Tales

MAY 15, 2019

Blog story 27 for www. For the first time in forty years, the AGC refused to endorse A201 on behalf of its members. – ” A woman with organization skills can run a construction company without ever picking up a hammer and nail.” ” – Warren Farrell. architects-tales.com, Copyrighted 2019 by Dale R.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Home / Blog / Photo’s #frommydesk Photo’s #frommydesk Bob Borson — February 19, 2014 — 18 Comments “ What it’s like to be and work with an architect ” … that’s the unofficial tagline for LifeofanArchitect.com – my little experiment I started just over 4 years ago.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 2, 2014

Home / Blog / To Delete or Not To Delete … To Delete or Not To Delete … Bob Borson — April 3, 2014 — 91 Comments There are times when I am a glass is half-full sort of person and there are times when I am a glass-half-full-needs-to-be-poured-over-your-head type person. So do I run my website as an omnipotent monarchy?

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

When I decided to select “My First Project” as a topic for this month’s ArchiTalks topic, I knew instantly which project I would choose to focus on – not because it’s so good, but because I had all sorts of attachments that I could refer to (which is an important consideration when writing an architectural blog).

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 15, 2014

So, with that in mind, I’ve put this together just for you: Top Ten Things that are Awesome about Getting Older 1. I don’t live for myself anymore My personal decision-making process follows a different path, one that considers if it’s good for my family and does it benefit my community. and a pair of flip-flops.

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The Aspiring Architect

APRIL 25, 2019

I’ve been working for almost 5 years… that’s pretty hard to believe. Around this time each year, I always think back to when I was going through the interview process for my first internship (which is now 6 years ago, whoa). Deep breaths, count to ten, shake it out, whatever works for you – just figure it out.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 23, 2014

Special thanks to Bob for opening up his blog to the interns. My name is John Charbonneau and I am a second year graduate student at the University of Texas Tech. I started at Texas Tech in 2009, after taking a year to work and travel, without knowing exactly what I wanted out of college.

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Community Architect

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

What is the future of downtown? At a time when downtowns worldwide are reeling from the triple blow of online shopping, online working and a never ending pandemic many downtown businesses are glad if they can keep the lights on at all. The question how bright the lights should shine seems almost frivolous. It is big business versus local government.

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 27, 2017

For years I have been intentional about walking for my health. This blog is one example which has lead to improvement in my life and my influence upon thousands of others. I am 47 years old and I am not getting any younger. So what makes this time any different than all the other times I have set out to live a healthier life?

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 18, 2014

Evidence of the fact that all architects love exploring churches is a post I wrote almost 3 years ago titled “ Top Ten Cathedrals to See before you Die ” which out of almost 600 articles I’ve written to date, it is one of the most read posts on this site.

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