Design Thoughts Architects

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Appointing the Wrong Contractor: Choosing the right contractor is one of the first and most critical decisions you’ll make when embarking on a home construction project. Home construction projects tip #1: Take the time to research and interview multiple contractors. Book Appointment 4.

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Deezen

MARCH 3, 2022

It serves as a full-time residence for a client who previously rented a floating house in the area and decided to build his own home there when a lot became available. Flat, overhanging roofs shade patios and large stretches of glass. Visually speaking, the roofs contribute to the home's low, horizontal stature.

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Architizer

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The client was very inspired by my cabin at Longbranch and similar houses in forest settings. A glass corner and large sliding doors connect this space to exterior patios, where large roof overhangs support year-round usability. Project Status: Built. Year: 2020. Size: 1000 sqft – 3000 sqft. © Olson Kundig. © Olson Kundig.

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e-architect

AUGUST 10, 2023

These openings allow daylight to filter down the centre of the house, and for shadows to grow, contract, focus and blur, meaning that even the most inner spaces are animated by sun, clouds, and rain. The mica mixed into the clay plaster adds a shimmer to the rougher, tonal finish, exaggerating this shadow play.

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Deezen

MAY 8, 2022

The clients initially tapped Seattle's Heliotrope Architects to consult on the site selection and then hired the firm to design the dwelling itself. "We We encouraged the clients to focus on features that are unique to the San Juans, such as grassy basalt-rock outcroppings set within a Douglas fir and Pacific madrone forest," the team said.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 6, 2022

According to Omar Gandhi Architect founder, Omar Gandhi, the clients wanted a home that took advantage of the slender waterfront site while still providing plenty of space for their growing family and for large get-togethers. General contractor: (MRB Contracting) Mike Burns, Alex MacDormand.

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aasarchitecture

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The LED façade has a low energy consumption and the roof is covered with PV film which converts light into electricity. Relatively little concrete is used, with recycled material employed wherever possible. Photo © Corné Clemens Photo © Corné Clemens. Interactive LED Facade: Livingprojects B.V.

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aasarchitecture

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The LED façade has a low energy consumption and the roof is covered with PV film which converts light into electricity. Relatively little concrete is used, with recycled material employed wherever possible. Photo © Corné Clemens Photo © Corné Clemens. Interactive LED Facade: Livingprojects B.V.

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The Architecture Designs

MARCH 22, 2022

Roofs are an important element of any building. Failure to provide quality roofing solutions can lead to fines, damages, loss of reputation and ultimately, the failure of your business. Therefore, selecting a roofing contractor with the correct set of skills and expertise is necessary. source: strongguard.com.au.

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aasarchitecture

MARCH 17, 2022

The hot days and cold nights of eastern Washington create the perfect conditions for aging whiskey, allowing for the expansion and contraction of the distillate within the charred oak interior of the barrels, resulting in the rich, oaken profile and russet hue so distinctive of a good bourbon and rye. Photo © Ross Eckert. Photo © Ross Eckert.

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e-architect

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

The roof accommodates photovoltaic panels which directly benefit the tenants of the block. Client company name: London Borough of Newham. Contract value: Confidential. Contractor company name: Mulalley Construction. The intermediate floors contain bedrooms, while the dining room and kitchen are at the ground level.

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Urban Design Associates

MAY 17, 2021

A blueprint is the construction plan that contains all of the details a contractor needs to build your home or remodel. They’re contract-related documents that include the final building contract, detailed specification sheets, and working drawings for the project. When it comes to architecture, there are a lot of plans.

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The Architecture Designs

JULY 20, 2023

The building envelope includes the roof, walls, windows, and doors, which determine the building’s heat loss and gain. Designers and contractors usually pull this off by installing service access doors and incorporating appropriate clearance for filter changes, belt replacements, and equipment inspections.

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aasarchitecture

JANUARY 18, 2022

On the outside, the thickened saw-toothed larch-wood skin, together with the large pitched wooden roof and the timber columns, constitute an ordering system that subsumes the myriad of past modifications into a cohesive architectural body. The 13 branching wood columns 7.5

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aasarchitecture

JANUARY 18, 2022

On the outside, the thickened saw-toothed larch-wood skin, together with the large pitched wooden roof and the timber columns, constitute an ordering system that subsumes the myriad of past modifications into a cohesive architectural body. The 13 branching wood columns 7.5

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

A photovoltaic array is located on the roof to offset the power requirements. How have your clients responded to the finished project? Pre-weathered steel, photovoltaic roof cells, electric charging stations, and re-purposed cedar barn boards and skylight. © Jeffrey Totaro. Products / Materials.

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Landscape Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

To deal with the more intensive than usual bioswale foot traffic, DERU selected hardy plantings and used sandy soil that’s less subject to compaction and also aids drainage for the water that is collected from the roof of the house and piped into the swale. Client University Circle Inc., Contractor R. Contractor R.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 14, 2019

Please make this clear because the relationship between architect and client won’t be all that great when the disappointment sets in if you don’t get this squared away up front. There are simply too many variables for me to break this down for all places, all project levels, varying degrees of acceptable quality, and all contractors.

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Building and Interiors

MAY 19, 2022

Headquartered in Mumbai, they are one of the biggest turnkey interior contractors providing solutions ranging from bare-shell to fully furnished workspaces. Over the years, Eleganz Interiors has showcased strong expertise in Drywalls and false ceiling solutions , such as Gyproc Ecophon, to their clients. About the company.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

There is no doubt that our clients love them, but that’s not the only reason why we build them. Clients respond to these models in a very different way than when we just show them 3-dimensional computer images of their projects. Today the contractor is starting the process of drilling 56 piers on site.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The project was delivered using a design-build model, in which designers, contractors and others work together under a single contract. The general contractor was Seattle-based Lease Crutcher Lewis. The structural frame is a mix of concrete, steel and cross-laminated timber – the latter used for roof and floor decking.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 15, 2014

Since that time, the rest of the SIPs were put in place, the roof has gone on, interior electrical, HVAC and plumbing rough has been completed. In addition, there was some delay when all the roof trusses were fabricated incorrectly. We have been attending regularly scheduled job site meetings that occur once a week.

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aasarchitecture

MAY 4, 2022

The traditional Chinese courtyard house or siheyuan is a typology well-known for its illustration of Confucian ideals, accommodating extended family units wherein many generations live under one roof. One can see a carved void in the roof volume, which frames a small tree before arriving at the central memorial garden.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 11, 2014

The soil in my area of practice tends to be expansive because it contains a healthy dose of clay, which expands and contracts as moisture enters the equation. Remove water due to hot and dry conditions, and the soil contracts. Add water, through rain and irrigation, and the soil expands. That’s called “doing your job.”

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Deezen

MAY 26, 2023

Dumican Mosey was first contracted to perform site studies, but when the original clients moved, they connected the new owners with the studio, who helped create a combination of open public areas and private retreats by merging the 1,350-square foot (125-square metre) lot with an adjacent property. The photography is by Blake Marvin.

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Deezen

MARCH 18, 2022

Remembering long summers spent on the shore, our clients wanted a legacy home for themselves and their children - similar to the family cabin, more comfortable and convenient, but just as enduring," the team added. General contractor: Gregg H Seiple Construction (in collaboration with Hall Contracting).

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Reclaimed lumber, recycled steel for roofing, and green insulation options not only add to the rustic aesthetic but also promote environmental stewardship. Consider metal roofing, which mirrors the quintessential farmhouse look and provides robust protection for years.

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EntreArchitect

MAY 22, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? I was just thrown into managing my own little projects right out of school and I was expected to communicate directly with clients and do all the CDs for my projects and negotiate contracts with the contractors.

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Landscape Architecture Magazine

APRIL 7, 2022

In this case, after one of the clients had exuberantly—and, it later turned out, only jokingly—claimed to have been a Boy Scout, Huber compiled the findings into a “field guide” to the property. Their point of pride, as a matter of fact, is that very roof, on which they established a courtyard garden.

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Architizer

AUGUST 3, 2022

We also had the benefit of a great contractor, Estes Corporation, who helped guide us with sage advice about constructability and cost. How have your clients responded to the finished project? Response to the completed project has been very positive. Products / Materials. Hotel Maytag Gallery.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 15, 2016

Most of the time I coordinate these site visits with some milestone or because the contractor has a question that requires my presence on site to answer … but I go by the job site even more than required because I truly enjoy being on site and watching how things come together. That plan is the sketch I’ve included just above.

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Architecture Quote

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

It is a great digital tool for architects as the platform provides a high focus on continuous innovation and personal customer service to each client. Free trial (15 days) per sign up is available and the starter subscription is 7.95$ per month per single user on a 3-year contract. ArchiSnapper. Or simply start with a $2.25

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EntreArchitect

JUNE 12, 2018

Do you know how to calculate the exact amount you need to charge your clients in order to earn 20 percent profit on that project? I was living in Cambridge, Mass at the time, so I went to work as a carpentry contractor. The same goes for tracking time, managing expenses, collaborating with contractors and viewing financial reports.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 24, 2018

And I said, well, you know, when I went to sleep at night, really my whole life, I’ve thought about how a chair gets made or a roof gets put on, you know, when I was 16 I was thinking this way, said, okay, so I’ll go to architecture school. Your clients are for a brief period of time. We are not big building architects.

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e-architect

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Battersea Power Station Roof Terrace , London, England, UK. Battersea Power Station Roof Terrace. Residents and visitors to London will soon be able to enjoy panoramic views from one of Europe’s largest roof terraces, part of the transformation of Grade II* London industrial icon, Battersea Power Station. 2 July 2019.

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Landscape Masterplanning Architect Design 73

Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Believe it or not, I spend a considerable amount of time thinking about the privacy of my clients. For most of them, they think it’s pretty cool to have their project documented as thoroughly as I do – not to mention all the stories that I tell that happen when the clients aren’t around.

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