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Together for the Terroir

Landscape Architecture Magazine

One of several design options developed by Ann Baker Landscape Architecture that respond to drought and wildfire regulations and are available for free online. Trees are kept from overhanging a house, and the typical foundational shrubs are a nonstarter. Courtesy Christie Jarvis/Ann Baker Landscape Architecture.

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The Commercial Design Process: How it Works in Cape Town

DesignScape Architects

However, specific local regulations and restrictions that impact the design process will vary from country to country. The Architectural Design Process in 6 Simple Steps The architectural commercial design process is the foundation of every commercial project, from project management to seamless execution.

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News: Harvard GSD reveals four 2023 Wheelwright Prize finalists

Bustler

Abascal studied architecture at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, the Technische Universität in Berlin, and at the Vastu Shilpa Foundation in Ahmedabad, under Balkrishna Doshi. The World Health Organization estimates that almost 800 women died from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth every day in 2020.

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Competitions: 'THE GARDEN OF PLANTS'

Bustler

The diversity of the climatic zones of the Mediterranean and the complex cultural developments of the territory offer a wide range of creative ideas. The Radicepura Foundation will have sole responsibility for the assigned Budget.

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Everything You Need to Know about Shipping Container Homes

Santa Cruz Architect

Shipping container architecture is still relatively new, so the most important thing before starting construction is to research your local laws and regulations. You need to ensure two things: First, that your container building will fit on the land, and second, that it will meet existing building codes and zoning restrictions.

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Is There a Way Out of Hawaii’s Housing Crisis?

Dwell

We’re the state with the most regulations and hoops that you have to jump through in order to provide housing," says Cassandra Abdul, executive director of the Maui-based housing nonprofit N? Some estimates show that more than 76,000 units are unoccupied and that 30,000 to 60,000 units have been converted to short-term rentals.

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100 Women to Watch in Architecture

Architizer

Tellingly, the idea to cofound the studio came while Bordas and her partner were working together at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, an experience where the paradoxical proximity and distance between the world of design and engineering was attenuated. Left: Tiffany Brown via Madame Architect ; Tiffany Brown with mentees from 400 Forward.