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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Underground construction has traditionally been associated with transportation infrastructure, storage facilities and utility tunnels. Consider the possibilities of expanding underground development to encompass a broader range of building typologies. Completed in 2018, the bicycle parking accommodates over 13,500 bikes.

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Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe

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Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:03 Security and Life Safety HMC Architects' PreK-12 Principal in Charge, Sherry Sajadpour, shares insights from school security experts and advisors on PreK-12 design strategies.

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Speculative vs purpose-built labs: Pros and cons

BD+C

Among the many considerations in this process are zoning regulations, fire safety measures, structural integrity, mechanical systems distribution, slab vibration criteria, loading capacity, biocontainment levels, and logistics for seamless movement within the building.

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The Need for Visionary Thinking

SW Oregon Architect

What and where is the ‘street furniture’ (lighting, benches, graphics, signals, signage, and utilities) being incorporated into this design? I encourage the Council to delay approval until a comprehensive design is presented with a set of principles and a process developed.

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Architects’ Guide: Short and Long Term Design Strategies for Flood Defense and Urban Resilience

Architizer

Fostering Resilience Through City Initiatives and Guiding Principles Boston Coastal Flood Resilience Design Guidelines and Zoning Overlay District by Utile, Inc. This initiative will be facilitated by a future zoning overlay, encompassing areas at a 1% risk of coastal flooding by 2070. Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

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Eugene/Architecture/Alphabet: O

SW Oregon Architect

Originally sporting a decidedly Seventies palette comprised of ochers, pinks, and reds, the current range of colors and outwardly random patterning (developed by my firm, Robertson/Sherwood/Architects ) are meant to fragment one’s perception of the building’s considerable bulk.

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Ways to Landscape Your Backyard

Aric Gitomer Architect

Landscape architects or Landscape Designer could essay a critical role in developing your backyard to give your home the complete look. A landscape designer might suggest utilizing focal points, harmony, or symmetry through shrubs or decorative elements such as a fountain or birdbath. Zoning and Linking.

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