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Re-framed Initiative – Study of Retrofit Schematic Designs

Westeck News

The design teams estimate deep retrofits can cut energy use by up to 90%, which underscores the comprehensive opportunity deep retrofits present for driving down energy demand and cutting utility costs during an affordability crisis. The results delivered through the Re-framed Lab have implications for all of Canada’s building sector.

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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

The hard cost of construction is typically the cost for construction of the building, materials, labor, basic site work, and the general contractor’s fee. 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.

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Building Bad

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

Building Bad: How Architectural Utility is Constrained by Politics and Damaged by Expression by Jonathan Ochshorn Lund Humphries , September 2021 Hardcover | 6-3/4 x 9-1/2 inches | 232 pages | 34 illustrations | English | ISBN: 9781848224667 | £45.00

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AI and its Impact on the Design and Construction Industries

SW Oregon Architect

For example, a so-called “AI” application may assist in analyzing building envelope performance but fails to consider the full spectrum of design considerations. 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.

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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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Romney Hall Renovation at Montana State University by Cushing Terrell

aasarchitecture

The renovation of Romney Hall on the Montana State University campus modernized the historic building, originally constructed in 1922, while preserving its character and helping the university meet the needs of a growing student population. The building benefits from a high-efficiency geothermal energy system under the Romney Oval.

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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

The Design Process in 6 Simple Steps Why You Need A Great Commercial Architect For Your Project What is Commercial Architectural Design? Commercial architects work on projects ranging from corporate buildings and cultural venues to hospitals and airports.