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Salem Public Library Renovation by Hacker

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Photo © Lara Swimmer After 50 years, the building was in need of seismic upgrades, accessibility improvements and life-safety updates. The 96,000-square-foot concrete structure was originally designed by in 1970 by San Francisco architect George Rockrise with Salem architect of record Donald Richardson and built in 1972.

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KAAN Architecten completes the Visitor Center at the Netherlands American Cemetery in Margraten

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de Boer, Nieuwegein Mechanical engineer: Deltha, Diepenbeek Electrical engineer: Maris, Heusden-Zolder Civil engineer: Dirix, Elsloo Main contractor: Groep Van Roey, Rijkevorsel Client: American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) GFA: 600 sqm Opening: December 2023 Photographs: Simon Menges , Courtesy of KAAN Architecten Plan Section

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Rose Apartments by Brooks + Scarpa

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For people living around the courtyard, the space provides a sense of safety and privacy; the courtyard is a quasi-public space that mediates between the home and the street. More than any other multi-dwelling housing, courtyard apartments, “make you feel like you belong to a place.” The courtyard is only one aspect of a successful design.

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Century 21 rehabilitation by TEF Design

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Location: San Jose, California, USA Arcitect: TEF Design Design Team: Andrew Wolfram, Paul Leveriza, OJ Monegas, Amy Stock Project Manager: Stan Vinokur Landscape: GLS Landscape | Architecture Civil Engineer: BKF Engineers Structural Engineer: Ryan Joyce Structural Design Mechanical/Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer: PAE Electrical/Telecom Engineer: (..)

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Alamo House by OOIIO Architecture

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The large platform terrace that extends the living room and kitchen to the garden will serve as a perfect place of rest and relaxation for the family life of our clients. Source by OOIIO Architecture.

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Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre by Sam Crawford Architects

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This layout minimises attention fatigue, acoustic discomfort and supports staff safety. The building housing individual kennels is at a domestic rural scale, where dogs are stimulated with views onto nature via large glass windows and can rest or withdraw if needed behind screens.

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Meet the Team: Who Works with an Architect on a Design Project?

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From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect. With in-depth building codes knowledge and detailed calculations, your team of engineers can determine if your building is strong enough to uphold all relevant standards.

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