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Basic Steps For Creating An ADU

Santa Cruz Architect

If you have an existing ADU that is not currently legally permitted, you may find that some of these steps may not apply to you as you go through the process of obtaining city approval and getting your ADU registered. For example, you may only find that you need to prepare a design and apply for ADU and/or building permit approval.

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Top 5 Dos and Don’ts: Impact of Homebuilding Budget on Cost and Quality

Design Thoughts Architects

This blog will discuss the typical approach to arriving at a budget for the construction based on all relevant aspects and the dos and don’ts associated with the project. Determining Maximum Budget for Homebuilding Setting a clear budget for building a home is a crucial step in ensuring a well-managed construction process.

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A4 Guide: The Six Phases of the Architectural Design Process

A4 Architects

This work included interviewing the client to better understand the program of the project, which are the functional requirements of the new construction, the size and orientation of the various component parts, the aesthetic goals, the scheduling requirements, and the approximate budget that is available to design and build the project.

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WALA Refurbishes Federation-Style Bungalow Into Coburg Freeboard House

Architizer

A generously sized site allowed for the creation of different zones within the main footprint of the house, punctuated by pockets of greenery in the form of courtyards to “bring the outdoors in”. Our office was engaged for the design and permit approvals. It was very much a labour of love on their part.

Housing 66
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LCC Health Professions Building

SW Oregon Architect

Now under construction, it has proven to be one of the most rewarding assignments I have ever had the pleasure to be involved with. Constructing the building there would reinforce and more clearly reveal the existing campus open space framework. The latest is the new Health Professions Building (HPB) for Lane Community College.

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The Rise and Fall of Baltimore's HarborPlace

Community Architect

No tall building would be permitted on the waterfront except for the eventually constructed Ian Pei designed World Trade Center The waterfront would be protected as parks, public areas with a wide promenade. The design violates all zoning rules and the city charter in terms of uses and heights that were prohibited.

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Introducing the CHouse Modern | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

This project will be constructed using SIP’s (Structurally Insulated Panels), we are using a post tension structural slab, the owner will be extremely active in the construction process, and we are targeting a total construction cost somewhere in the $200 per square foot range. Could be pretty interesting.

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