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Spec buildings have increasingly become the answer to commercial clients' pandemic growing pains

Archinect

“Historically, spec buildings have been risky, but in a market environment like we are in now, where there is a race to get goods to people faster and to manufacture more things, the flexibility of the spec space becomes an asset, not a liability.”

Client 243
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Hello Wood creates airplane-inspired tiny home for an ambitious 12-year-old client

Archinect

The project was initiated by an undaunted 12-year-old client named Lujzi, who dreamed of a playhouse she could retreat to with her friends. From Lujzi’s vision, the design team emerged with a functional tiny house which, in their words, is “more reminiscent of a beautiful design toy than a building.”

Client 323
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Company that projects life-size plans for client walkthroughs is coming to the U.S.

Archinect

Lifesize Plans , headquartered in Australia, describes itself as "the world’s first patented projection system allowing clients to walkthrough their building project in life-size before construction begins.". A company that projects architectural plans at a 1:1 scale is planning to expand its operations to the United States.

Client 240
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WRNS Studio makes space for both high-profile clients and sensitive civic work

The Architect's Newsletter

The bicoastal firm The post WRNS Studio makes space for both high-profile clients and sensitive civic work appeared first on The Architect’s Newspaper. WRNS Studio, a 145-person office with locations in San Francisco, Honolulu, New York, and Seattle, is a thought leader when it comes to adaptive reuse and sustainability.

Client 98
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Sustainable Architecture: Design Green with the Client in Mind

Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director

Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint. How to build a collaborative dialogue with clients.

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Goldwin Harajuku Building / Studio Hashimura

ArchDaily

The client, Goldwin, is Japan's leading manufacturer and distributor of sports and outdoor apparel, and this building houses The North Face store, Completed in 2022 in Japan. Images by Kenta Hasegawa.

Building 246
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Pine Grove Retreat by Saga Design Build

Archinect

Saga endeavored to help answer this question collaboratively with our clients, bringing elements of the valley’s rural character, modern Scandinavian design, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for family and friends and key view sheds of the the landscape and mountains together.

Building 263
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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients. Realistic Representation Build trust with immersive visuals of future spaces.