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OCTOBER 5, 2023

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Deezen

JANUARY 3, 2024

The design takes cues from its past by providing a fresh take on vintage inspirations and opens up the space to accommodate modern uses." The interior is organized around a central enfilade and two hearth spaces inspired by the original brick chimneys. The ground floor consists of multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces.

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Deezen

MAY 8, 2024

Inspired by the mountains of the Bob Marshall National Wilderness adjacent to the site, four tented roof peaks climb organically above a shifting floor plan below," the team said. While the daylight is welcome, it needed to be carefully managed in order to protect the client's art collection from harmful UV rays.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The writer's studio rises two stories while the guest house is rectilinear in form The ground floor includes public spaces, the primary bedroom suite, a garage and a gym, along with "an expansive mudroom for the client's Irish wolfhounds". Rooms feature a blend of earthy and industrial materials.

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Deezen

APRIL 1, 2024

Historic preservation guidelines limited the interventions that could be made "We were inspired by the client's desire to rethink cliches of contemporary domesticity and create a home to live with art but not be saturated by it," co-founder Dominic Leong told Dezeen.

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Housing Civil Engineering Contractor Renovation 107

Deezen

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Inspired by the client's Larry Poons paintings, the bricks are choreographed to convey movement. One of the inspirations behind our modular approach started with voxels and pixels that not only can move in three dimensions but, by dint of their shadows," Johnson told Dezeen.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The bridge is arranged over the front garden During an initial walkthrough with the clients, founding principal Ryan Leidner threw out a "crazy idea" – to redirect access from the street to a new front door with a bridge. The bridge would span the lush front garden and connect to the house between the top and middle stories.

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Housing Contractor Windows Remodeling 145

Deezen

DECEMBER 23, 2023

A custom double-sided, Pierre Chareau-inspired boucle and velvet sofa sits opposite a pair of refinished Milo Boughman swivel chairs. The photography is by Chris Mottalini.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Drawing inspiration from the surrounding water, Atelier Nomadic designed its form to resemble the shape of pink whiprays, a species of stingray found in the lagoon. For the main shape, we found inspiration in the pink whiprays that graze in the lagoon, as it was a convenient form to cover the open-air dining space."

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Roofing Structure Contractor Inspiration 134

Architizer

MARCH 31, 2023

Have you ever wondered why clients are now seeking Passive Houses in larger numbers? Many of our clients come to us seeking a high level of design and simply the best home they can have. We have found that our clients obtain the highest quality building and the amenities they want is through Passive House design.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Besides knowing and saying we don’t get paid enough, are we genuinely communicating our value to our clients? How is your message different from your peers, and how often do you let your clients speak about the value they received from your services? Clients have unrealistic expectations. Think entirely new business models.

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Dwell

MARCH 12, 2024

The clients are here throughout fall, winter, and spring and they entertain frequently and spend a lot of time outside." Driving the design of the 6,000-square-foot home is an awe-inspiring cantilevered butterfly roof crafted from structural steel.

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Hotel Designs

AUGUST 3, 2023

Designed in collaboration with Note Design Studio from Stockholm and contractor Area Square, the multifunctional space provides a showroom experience like no other. Tarkett will continually evolve the space to keep providing inspiring experiences for its visitors. ” But this is just the beginning.

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Sustainability Industrial Inspiration Events 91

BD+C

JANUARY 30, 2024

Each navigates a combination of client-facing tasks, collaboration with design teams, and behind-the-scenes work on functionality and regulatory requirements. The design team works closely with clients to identify needs and project parameters, asking important questions from the beginning. What are this client’s unique goals?

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aasarchitecture

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Photo © Mark Seelen “We endeavored to work with raw and local materials to craft a contemporary wabi-sabi-inspired renovation”, says Sander Apperlo, Partner Architect. Photo © Mark Seelen We created a harmonious setting by combining vintage finds with our clients’ exquisite art and furniture collection. Source by Powerhouse Company.

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Deezen

JANUARY 26, 2024

Read: Blurring Boundaries wraps sculptural brick home around tree in Indian forest "Drawing inspiration from the quality of light in traditional Indian temples, the intensity of darkness increases as one moves from outside to inside," added the studio. The photography is by Atik Bheda.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

MARCH 13, 2023

You could also check reviews from previous clients for more clarity. Observve Once you are in the renovation mindset, it is better to keep ideas and take inspiration. This will make your life easier and give the contractors a chance to work at ease. Keep a mental or physical note documenting features that you like.

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aasarchitecture

JANUARY 5, 2024

The latest addition to the Galaxy Integrated Resorts Precinct takes inspiration from the unique vision and identity of the Galaxy Entertainment Group. Working in collaboration with the client, the façade contractor, and our partners, Inhabit, we ensured an efficient and seamless transition from design to construction.

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Deezen

JANUARY 2, 2024

The wine cellar has been the focal point as soon as we started discussions with the clients," said partner Guillaume Ménard. "It It was important to be able to see it from everywhere you sit or stand. The photography is by David Dworkind.

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Dwell

JULY 12, 2022

Owing to the sensitive nature of the property being located in a conservation area, the design of the first floor addition (which is visible from the street) draws inspiration from the vernacular of the existing property and the surrounding village scene.

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Glass Home Structural Engineering Contemporary 111

Deezen

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

"Narrative is at the heart of everything we do – whether designing a live show or album artwork, our role is to help our clients tell their story," Smith and Thomson told Dezeen. "We We also believe strongly in collaboration and working in the spirit of collective endeavour with all clients and contractors," they added.

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Deezen

AUGUST 26, 2023

In the center of the store are stainless steel sinks for testing the brand's products "Aesop Palisades Village takes inspiration from its natural surroundings, as well as the area's vernacular architecture, where local buildings are delicately perched within a cascading landscape of lush ridges and valleys," said Odami.

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Deezen

APRIL 5, 2024

The project is thus part of an integrated vision of densification of the urban fabric, and an inspiring example of sustainability and social innovation, essential in a contemporary social context where every sensitive intervention can make a difference," said the studio. The photography is by David Boyer.

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Architizer

AUGUST 28, 2022

What inspired the initial concept for your design?Project Architizer: What inspired the initial concept for your design? We needed an agreement between the homeowner and the construction contractor. How have your clients responded to the finished project? Project Status: Built. Year: 2022. Budget: 50K – 100K.

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Deezen

JUNE 29, 2023

It's algorithmically designed, nature-inspired patterns in blue refer to Delft of today as the city of knowledge by using cutting-edge design and 3D-printing technology." The project embodies the unique identity of Delft in a contemporary way, by referring to its history," said Studio RAP.

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aasarchitecture

MARCH 26, 2024

To help restore the village concept, the 31-unit, 66,580 sf, hotel is strategically placed among a disparate group of older buildings with the purpose of transforming the predictable resort experience into a newly invigorated, European-inspired mountain village. The lobby and welcome area are situated above the below-ground parking area.

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Deezen

APRIL 4, 2022

The client's functional needs are strategically distributed inside two independent volumes connected by a walkway forming a breach through the house," said the Montreal -based architects. "The The building's exterior was inspired by the vernacular constructions of the area, a region of Quebec known as the Eastern Townships.

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aasarchitecture

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Photo © Michael Grimm Heritage Park’s urban woodland, inspired by the surprisingly similar Driftless region of Northeastern Iowa and the wooded landscapes of Norway, extends throughout the outdoor spaces, bringing together two unexpectedly rugged landscapes on the site. Inside, the oculus resembles Saami tents, known as “Lavvu.”

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aasarchitecture

MAY 15, 2024

For Jisifang Boutique the design concept is inspired by Laugier’s “Primitive Hut,” said to be the fundamental prototype of all architecture. Photo © Pedro Pegenaute Woven Moonlight is a concrete dwelling, each is tailored to their distinct brand identities and varying spatial requirements.

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30X40 Design Workshop

JULY 28, 2023

Collaborative Sharing Projects + Pages with clients and collaborators is easy and allows everyone to see the most up-to-date files, checklists and information. Out of the box, it just looks good and if I’m sharing this with clients I want it to be representative of my brand. Simply click the + to add. Add images, banners, colors, etc.

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aasarchitecture

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

To continue the development of the area, the former production hall has been transformed into an inspiring working environment with a characteristic identity. The result is an inspiring and bright workplace for creatives where present, past and future come together. Image © NEXT Architects.

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Deezen

JUNE 8, 2022

To design the residence, local firm CLB took inspiration from Swiss mountain chalets and the vernacular architecture of the American Mountain West. CLB took inspiration from Swiss mountain chalets and the vernacular architecture. Contractor: OnSite Management (Mark Pollard). CLB Architects designed Four Pines for Teton Village.

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The Arch Insider

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Apart from that, making the structures visually appealing, and designing the interiors, and the landscape; could also fall under the scope of work of an architect, varying from client to client. Creative problem solver: Clients keep throwing unique problems at architects. within the buildings.

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The Arch Insider

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Apart from that, making the structures visually appealing, and designing the interiors, and the landscape; could also fall under the scope of work of an architect, varying from client to client. Creative problem solver: Clients keep throwing unique problems at architects. within the buildings.

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Archmark

APRIL 6, 2023

To help save you time, we will help you choose the best social media platforms for your architecture firm, and show you how to use them for networking, brand awareness, and attracting clients. However, many architecture firms are using social media to successfully increase their online visibility and help attract clients.

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Deezen

JANUARY 24, 2022

The Watchman Cabin was completed collaboratively with a nature-loving client who was "captivated" by the area's natural surroundings after visiting. This earthy tone, as well as the masonry's reddish shade, were inspired by the colour of the soil in the area. Project credits: Contractor: Fahrenkamp. Engineer: Epic Engineering.

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Architizer

APRIL 10, 2022

In our approach, the most important thing is the space, the space between community, client, environment, technologies, memory, desire. What inspired the initial concept for your design? The wild landscape and the Arte Povera of Jannis Kounnellis inspired the concept for our design. © MICROSCAPE architecture urban design AA.

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