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DLR Group acquires two Bay Area specialty firms

Archinect

The San Francisco office of DLR Group has announced its acquisition of two smaller local specialty design practices in a move that will expand services to clients in the areas of public safety design and high-end residential interiors. In a statement, BraytonHughes President Janea Nakagawa said: "We made t.

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"Putting architects in control will not solve the building safety crisis"

Deezen

Following the Grenfell Tower inquiry, architects must face up to their responsibility for Britain's building safety crisis instead of blaming contracts that lessen their influence, writes Peter Apps. It may not make national headlines anymore, but Britain is experiencing an ongoing building safety crisis. Take Grenfell Tower.

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The Architect’s Standard of Care

SW Oregon Architect

This requires making informed decisions during the design process, considering such factors as client requirements, budget limitations, sustainability, and safety. Regular updates, consultations, and seeking client input are essential.

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Metropolitan Market Crown Hill by Cushing Terrell

Archinect

Cushing Terrell partnered with longtime client, Metropolitan Market, to bring their global-inspired take on grocery to the rapidly transforming Crown Hill neighborhood of North Seattle. Significant improvements were also made to the loading dock to enhance delivery speed, safety, and efficiency. The limitations o.

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It is architect's role "to point out health and safety risks" says commenter

Deezen

A single client and single designer. The Vessel shows us how bad the vampiric ultra-wealthy are at making public space" "You should not expect public consultation to point out the health and safety risks" Commenters largely agreed with Shaw's assessment that "the Vessel gives nothing back to the city". wrote Vincent Ip. "It

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Top 5 Dos and Don’ts: Impact of Homebuilding Budget on Cost and Quality

Design Thoughts Architects

Design is crucial to a project’s success, ensuring client satisfaction and managing the homebuilding budget. Designing according to client specifications and lifestyle is essential for creating personalized outcomes and fostering emotional connections. Top 5 Don'ts: 1. Never conclude the cost per square foot: 1.

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Award-winning civic design firm RossDrulisCusenbery joins DLR Group

BD+C

Award-winning civic design firm RossDrulisCusenbery joins DLR Group DLR Group today announced the acquisition of Sonoma, California based civic and public safety design firm RossDrulisCusenbery (RDC). dbarista Wed, 01/10/2024 - 09:50 DLR Group RDC’s award-winning civic and public safety design elevates DLR Group’s global Justice+Civic studio.

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