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New Canaan Residence by Windigo Architecture & Design

Archinect

Instead of simply rebuilding the previous structure, the family applied for a permit to rebuild the structure with a new use, a guest house. From the street the barn’s exterior is quiet, private and unassuming presenting itself as an archetype somewhe.

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Columbia City Abbey Apartments by Allied8

Archinect

Several developers had attempted to redevelop the property, but failed on the hurdles of an old building, a strict zoning code, or a limited budget. Our research found that if we did not change the exterior massing (a hard sell for an architect!) In 2014, Allied8 was hired to breathe new life into this anchoring building.

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Columbia City Abbey Apartments by Allied8 | Apartment blocks

Architonic

Several developers had attempted to redevelop the property but failed on the hurdles of an old building, a strict zoning code, or a limited budget. Our research found that if we did not change the exterior massing (a hard sell for an architect!) In 2014, Allied8 was hired to breathe new life into this anchoring building.

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Metro Reports: Con-way Block 290, Timberview, Multiple Pathways to Graduation, and more

Next Portland

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. The building will be composed of a mass timber frame wrapped with prefabricated exterior walls clad with metal panels installed over a rainscreen. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports.

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Under Construction: Slabtown Savier (images)

Next Portland

Changes made to the zoning code since 2012 do not apply to projects developed in the Con-way Master Plan area. The ground floor exterior is defined by extensive glazing, aluminum storefronts, accent wood cladding, steel canopies, exterior lighting, and fine masonry detailing. The site was most recently used as surface parking.

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Metro Reports: SE 27th and Division Apartments, Isaka Shamsud-Din Apartments, Troy Laundry North, and more

Next Portland

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. The minimum setback required at a street lot line across a local street from a RM3 zone is 10¿ feet and the maximum building setback is also 10¿ feet. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports.

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Ways to Landscape Your Backyard

Aric Gitomer Architect

Zoning and Linking. Several landscape architects might suggest creating micro zones within your backyard to designate roles. These interlinked zones could also result in a sense of curiosity and intrigue. These interlinked zones could also result in a sense of curiosity and intrigue. Kitchen Garden.

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