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How Can Clients Ruin Their Own Construction Projects?

The Architecture Designs

Construction is complicated work. Are clients any good in terms of construction projects? source: pinterest.com First things first, without clients and initiators, there would be no projects at all. It is thanks to them that construction companies get work to do and money to earn.

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Spec buildings have increasingly become the answer to commercial clients' pandemic growing pains

Archinect

” Biomedical clients are among the most popular movers of the building trend, propelled by demand imbalances for lab space. The rise of inflation , labor shortages , materials costs , and ongoing supply chain lags are seen as both threats and contributors to the trend continuing unabatedly.

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Wagoya Mid-Century Modern Home by Alloi Architecture + Construction

Archinect

This unique residence is a testament to the seamless fusion of natural materials, contemporary design, and a deep appreciation for the mid-century modern aesthetic. Natural Materials and Vertical Grain Douglas Fir Windows and Doors: One of the defining features of Wagoya House is the extensive use of natural materials.

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Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials

Aric Gitomer Architect

Roofs are now constructed in a way that helps reduce energy bills while retaining the energy in your home. Let’s look at the sustainable alternative to roofing materials. Corrugated roofing is one of the most used materials for average homes. How to Proceed. These factors can be quite overwhelming and make the process tedious.

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Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material?

Deezen

Stone has the potential to become a go-to, low-carbon structural material, but barriers around quarrying and a lack of awareness must be overcome to make this a reality, experts tell Dezeen in this Stone Age 2.0 She explained that the proximity of a quarry to the construction site is important if the material is to be used sustainably.

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Woodshop made of re-used materials by LAO SCOP

Archinect

Client, architect and entrepreneur: LAO SCOP Photos: ©LAO SCOP Localization: 12 rue de la Montjoie, Saint-Denis, 93 210, France Surface: 66 m² / 710 ft² Performances: 55% of re-used materials Calendar: Conception and construction (exept siding): June-October 2021 Siding with re-used materials: September 2022 On the site of the former (..)

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Construction Contracts: What to Know About Estimates vs. Bids

Santa Cruz Architect

Embarking on a remodeling or construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and decision-making. Fixed-Price Contracts (Bids) Fixed-price contracts, commonly referred to as bids, offer homeowners a sense of cost certainty in an otherwise complex construction landscape.