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A4 Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units in RI

A4 Architects

The fact that the country was in the midst of the Great Depression and there were essentially no zoning regulations further facilitated the break-up of larger houses into apartments and ADUs. Local zoning regulations often lacked clear guidelines, created uncertainty for homeowners and hindered potential ADU development.

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How 20% affordable can impact development pro formas

Brandon Donnelly

This Twitter thread by Richard Wittstock of Domus Homes (developer out in Vancouver) is a timely follow-on to yesterday’s post about housing supply, land-use regulations, and specific policies such as inclusionary zoning. Even if you believe it is the right public policy approach, there is still a cost.

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Things to Consider When Designing a DIY Tiny Home

The Architecture Designs

It may depend on which part of the nation you are living in, but if you are looking to buy a home, you just might find that the cost of a new build is beyond what you can afford, even with decent financing. State, County and Local Codes and Regulations. Sourcing Affordable Materials. source: homedit.com. source: apartmenttherapy.info.

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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

BD+C

Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney MFPRO+ Blog High-rise Construction Apartments Office Buildings Engineers Codes Regulations Adaptive Reuse Reconstruction & Renovation Seismic Design Office-to-residential conversion seems like a simple solution to a problem. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units. faces a housing deficit of 3.8

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Why All Architects Should Tackle an Adaptive Reuse Project At Least Once in their Careers

Architizer

As these types of transactions often qualify for tax benefits and alternative financing sources, architects undertaking such projects also often grow their knowledge in financial areas. The preexisting building may require upgrades to reach contemporary standards for safety and building codes.

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How Much Will A Home Extension Project Cost?

The Architecture Designs

The two require finances, so the cost increases. There’s also a possibility of zoning and other regulations surrounding construction projects. The more square footage of your project, the more likely your project costs will be higher. This floor area comes with the need for more materials and labor to execute the project.

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News: Harvard GSD reveals four 2023 Wheelwright Prize finalists

Bustler

Her work has been exhibited internationally, as part of Critical Zones: Observatories for Earthly Politics at ZKM Karlsruhe, Germany (2020-22), Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism (2019), Venice Architecture Biennale (2018), among others, and included in the Architectural Association! s Awards for Research in 2018 and 2020.

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