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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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Time to Abandon the Scorched Earth Approach in Subdivision Development

Community Architect

Steep streets characterize many cities: San Francisco (Photo Philipsen) In the approval steps towards site development plans, civil engineering precedes the other design professions. Civil engineers are driven by the hard rules of engineering, not the softer concerns of context sensitive design or carbon emission reduction.

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Ultimate Guide: Architecture Marketing and Digital Marketing for Architects

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For example, let’s say you’re an interior design company: Using the above search techniques, consider adding your specialty: Interior design Home remodeling Sunrooms Business and warehouse construction Other specialties. Top 5 considerations when renovating or remodeling a home. How to spot an illegitimate architecture firm?