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How to Utilize Aluminum in Modern Construction Projects

Architecture Ideas

Aluminum is broadly used in household dwellings and commercial constructions as it’s the second-best choice after steel. Did you know that 25% of globally produced aluminum is used in construction? The UK uses about 40% of aluminum annually in the construction industry – that’s roughly 150 000 tons a year.

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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

When starting a remodel or new construction project, an important early step is developing your budget to set realistic expectations and avoid surprises midway through the design process. This basic overview will help you understand the cost components of a residential construction project.

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Land Morphology and Olson Kundig update Oregon botanical garden

Deezen

In the second half of the 19th century, it became part of a sawmill that provided lumber for the construction of homes in Portland, according to the design team. It was long used as a hunting, fishing and camping site by native people.

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Leach Botanical Garden, Portland, Oregon

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Work is organized into three principle activities: 1) Design Development and Entitlement Processes ; 2) Site Development Permits and Construction Documents for Upper Garden Development ; and 3) eighteen months of construction. The first phase is approximately seven acres.

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13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023

BD+C

Industrialized construction High-volume off-site construction, prefabrication, and on-site construction automation will continue to advance in response to ongoing labor and material challenges. Geospatial data analysis Geographic information systems (GIS), subsurface utility engineering (S.U.E.),

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Insights: What do different engineers do, and when do I hire one?

Matt Fajkus Architecture

There are many different types of engineers involved in the building industry. While it’s best to hire an engineer when doing any type of construction, they are not always necessary. At their most basic function, structural engineers design the bones of a new building to resist forces caused by gravity and the elements.

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

DesignScape Architects

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. From building contractors, civil engineers, and even interior designers — we’re here to help you find out exactly who works with an architect.

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