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ASLA survey finds increased demand for nature-based solutions to climate change among landscape architects

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The latest survey of landscape architects released Wednesday by the American Society of Landscape Architects includes updated information on incumbent design trends and project valuations, indicating a further shift in priorities nationwide under the looming threat of climate change.

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Economic Pressures and Labor Challenges: How 2023 Shaped Architecture and Construction Industries

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AIA predicts slower growth in non-residential construction through 2023 and 2024 Hints of 2023's challenges began in late 2022, with a downturn in both the ABI and DMI to kick off 2023. This signaled a cautious approach by firm owners and clients alike amidst tightening credit conditions and rising interest rates.

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Wagoya Mid-Century Modern Home by Alloi Architecture + Construction

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Designed and built for an extraordinary client who cherishes the beauty of organic elements, this home exudes elegance and harmony while embracing the principles of functionality and sustainability. A custom vertical grain feature wall creates a dynamic interplay of light and shadow as the su.

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This Arizona Home Uses the Desert Landscape as "Living Art"

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The desert city of Scottsdale, Arizona, is set within the sprawling Sonoran Desert and overlooked by the majestic McDowell Mountains, so it’s no surprise that this spectacular landscape plays a pivotal role in shaping much of the area’s architecture. Modern Sunset House is located on 14 acres of hillside.

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Do I Need to Hire a Landscape Architect?

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That’s why we asked Cate Singleton, a landscape architect based out of Dallas, to share her thoughts on when to go pro. Singleton is the Director of Design at Tilly , a unique landscaping service that offers online landscape design for people who want customized, professional advice. Does that mean you need to bring in the pros?

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This Landscape Architect Disguised His Backyard Addition in Sydney With a Green Roof

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The house is for a landscape architect and his family, and the garden was a central focus from the beginning of the process. The garden between the studio and house is also planted out and the focus on landscape benefits not only the client but also the neighbors immensely." Post it here.

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Omer Arbel balances nature and form in this award-winning Canadian Pacific Northwest house

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Vancouver-based Omer Arbel Office (OAO) has completed work on their award-winning project 75.9 , a new construction of a private home located adjacent to a hayfield in rural British Columbia. A demonstration column had to be constructed on the site in order to get the clients' final approval.

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