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A conversation with Quang Truong: carbon fiber, zoning, and architecture's slow evolution

Portland Architecture

And that's before he wrote the world's first book about composite materials in architecture, became a Portland State University professor, and founded a software company to visualize complex zoning codes. Recently I talked with Truong to learn more about all these things: composite materials, zoning, education, mass timber.

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Time to Abandon the Scorched Earth Approach in Subdivision Development

Community Architect

Ironically, in part, due to environmental regulation, as we shall see. Steep streets characterize many cities: San Francisco (Photo Philipsen) In the approval steps towards site development plans, civil engineering precedes the other design professions. But tabula rasa is the modus operandi in suburban development.

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Home Additions: Building Out vs. Building Up

Santa Cruz Architect

potential zoning limitations. Depending on the home’s proximity to property lines you may find it necessary to commission a property survey, and if the disturbance of the ground is extensive or involves drainage challenges, the services of a civil engineer. Zone District Limitations. Zoning for Optimum Functionality.

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RO54 Residence, Bel Air, Los Angeles

e-architect

It proposes an alternative model within the confines of stringent regulations. MEP Engineer: GMEP Engineers Civil Engineer: GreyStone Engineering Group Inc. sf Zoning: Residential Estate (RE15-1-H-HCR) Height: 26ft (max) Program: New Single-Family Residence.