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Schematic Design – This isn’t “Architecture”

Life of an Architect

Whenever an architect sits down with a new client on a new residential project, the first thing that happens is a conversation about project goals and requirements. ” ( that sounds like something Schematic Design would say to Programming if it were a jerk.) . It was way better.

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A4 Guide: The Six Phases of the Architectural Design Process

A4 Architects

There are generally 7 definable phases: The first step is “pre-design.” This includes the selection of the architect and a feasibility study analysis of the site. This can establish “grandfathered” conditions that may apply to new project and impact planning and zoning calculations.

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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

Architects will dig into their research, liaising with their client to get an understanding of the size and scale of the project, the location and its surroundings, and to get a grasp of expectations and projections for the building. All the logistics must be figured out before they can move on to design concepts and proposals.

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Changsha International Conference Center by SCAD

aasarchitecture

It will assume a significant role as the permanent main venue for the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo, offering a new platform for Hunan to build the Pilot Zone of In-depth China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation. SCAD Site area: 212,685.97 Changsha Guangda Convention & Exhibition Development and Operation Co.,

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Line by Line

Landscape Architecture Magazine

The East Dareen Beach Neighborhood Park site in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, is a serious place: Bounded by a missile silo to the north, its double shore of coast and island form results from a dredge-ravaged coastline—and it is a major part of the city’s treated sewage effluent (TSE) program. By Jessica Bridger.

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The Best Architect Exam Prep Resources

The Architect's Guide

Project, Planning, & Design (PPD). Project Planning & Design (PPD) is an exam that tests your ability to design sites and buildings. It should be called “Schematic Design.” Expect to get scenario based questions on issues related to programming, site analysis, and zoning and code requirements.

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Design in a Day

Life of an Architect

I have asked him to guest write on my site several times without success, but I finally had a topic that suited him … Schematic Design and “Design in a Day” Douglas Burke (aka: architectrunnerguy) Lives in Annapolis, MD. It may look like I know where I’m going from reading below but the truth is I don’t.