e-architect

JANUARY 11, 2023

The site for what is now the Canyon House presented a series of challenges due to the cabin being sited precariously above a dramatic topography, as well as soil instability and rigorous foundation requirements. Milguard windows. Canyon House in Los Angeles, USA – Building Information. Structural Engineer: MMC Associates.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Kéré Architecture , the studio led by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Diébédo Francis Kéré , created Kamwokya Community Centre in collaboration with the local non-profit Kamwokya Christian Caring Community and the humanitarian organisation Ameropa Foundation. Read: Termite mounds inform Kéré Architecture's design of Kenyan education campus.

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Deezen

APRIL 16, 2024

It has a structure made of concrete mixed with copper This included the creation of a special concrete mixed with copper for a series of precast walls erected for a radar antenna-testing lab, which stands as a siloed element taller than the rest of the glass-clad building with a separate foundation.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Informed by Alpine cabins, Schindel Studio's roughly textured cladding contrasts a crisp white interior, designed to give the space the feeling of being both rustic and contemporary. A small window looks out towards the garden. Structural engineer: Simple Works. Archer + Braun has created the Schindel Studio in London.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The building has a concrete foundation, and cross-laminated timber (CLT) was used for the structural system. CLT was used for the structure Along the roof, a projecting cornice nods to the library's historic context. In a similar vein, the team incorporated a modern-style bay window. The photography is by Doug Scott.

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e-architect

JANUARY 9, 2023

The site for what is now the Canyon House presented a series of challenges due to the cabin being sited precariously above a dramatic topography, as well as soil instability and rigorous foundation requirements. Milguard windows. Canyon House in Los Angeles, USA – Building Information. Structural Engineer: MMC Associates.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 21, 2022

"The lightweight CLT structure of the buildings reduces foundation loads, allowing the use of a thin reinforced concrete raft foundation 'floating' on rigid insulation," explained Smith and Wallwork structural engineer Tristan Wallwork. Structural engineer: Smith and Wallwork.

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SW Oregon Architect

AUGUST 8, 2021

Speranza has published widely on this subject through diverse lenses including geospatial information and parametric design, [and] on-site and off-site data acquisition.” The double-glazed, tilt + turn, high-performance windows are manufactured by Innotech. Motorized clerestory windows will facilitate stack-effect cooling.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 11, 2014

Home / Construction / Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Bob Borson — June 12, 2014 — 73 Comments On the residential part of our practice, we do a lot of pier and beam foundations. Here is a typical wall section through a pier and beam foundation.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

However, the concrete foundation and dramatic roofline make the 10,000-square-foot home stand apart from its environment. The study is perched above this space, and the primary bedroom occupies a cantilevered top floor that sticks out from the structure on the other side. The photography is by Iwan Baan.

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e-architect

JANUARY 17, 2023

MRDK’s first move was to demolish it while salvaging its concrete foundation to create a large window-well bringing southern light into the basement office. This space houses the walkthrough closet and principal bathroom with generous south facing clerestory windows and 14′ high ceilings. Structural Engineer: Lbk Structure.

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Design Thoughts Architects

JANUARY 19, 2023

They imagined a place with an infinity pool, lush gardens, an outdoor gym, and plenty of natural light streaming through large windows. What is composite structure? A foundation or durable structure built using more than one type of material (ex: steel & concrete) is referred to as a composite structure.

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e-architect

JUNE 20, 2023

Between the two volumes are the non-profit Lichtenberger Werkstaetten, which belong to the foundation rehabilitation centre BerlinEast. LEO: The exterior façade of building “LEO” is structured by a grey-beige mottled brick façade. The columns between the window bands were planned as a relief sheet metal cladding.

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Deezen

JULY 10, 2022

"The core premise of the design approach was to retain and reuse as much as possible of the existing greenhouse and resurface the structure's functional qualities," Neubau explained. Its concrete slab foundation and aluminium frame were preserved, with a polycarbonate facade system introduced to replace the fragile glass panels.

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e-architect

JUNE 26, 2023

photo © Jim Stephenson The project has opened original windows, doors and roof lights to bring in natural light, and has revealed hidden areas including a Victorian terrazzo floor. To create the new entrance, three of the original windows on the north façade have been altered to form three 4-metre-high doorways into the Gallery.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

At the start of this phase, a geotechnical engineer is engaged to gather information on the soil conditions so that a structural engineer can design the house’s foundation. Preferred manufacturers and materials will be selected for the doors, windows, exterior finishes, and major interior finishes.

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e-architect

APRIL 11, 2023

The result is a 720 sf, delicately proportioned, light-filled home, built on its original foundations, while re-envisioning every other aspect of the worker’s cottage vernacular – a turn-of-the-century housing typology that has almost completely disappeared from the city.

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e-architect

AUGUST 2, 2023

At that time, the twin tower foundations had already been set, and the podium was partially constructed. I immediately wanted to know what could and couldn’t be modified and, in some cases, we were impeded by structural restrictions.”

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

The site's complex geology and the clients' desires inform a composition of shifting volumes that de?ne The landscape design was informed by Asian garden traditions. Robust earth shoring, concrete and steel foundations, and stormwater drainage systems ensure the home will remain for decades," the team said.

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Santa Cruz Architect

JANUARY 7, 2024

Consult with a structural engineer to ensure that any wall removal is safe and won’t compromise the integrity of your home. Neutral Foundations: Opt for neutral colors for foundational elements such as walls, flooring, and large furniture pieces.

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e-architect

APRIL 28, 2023

Résidence des Forge consists of three wings set on a natural stone foundation. Each of the wings is supported by a main structure of steel, as well as an intentionally exposed secondary woodwork structure. This specific site constraint is echoed behind the sprawling design that defines the project’s morphology.

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e-architect

MAY 8, 2023

The upper part is topped with a sloped roof that is interrupted by a large dormer window on each side. After going down a few steps, you discover the vast living space and imposing windows showcasing the view of the lake and treetops. The other part, which houses the garage and entrance, has a rooftop terrace.

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e-architect

APRIL 3, 2023

The material selection was informed by strict planning requirements to mirror the brick of the existing school. A new group room supports one-to-one learning and a “calm space” for children and a small niche in the corridor provides the opportunity for informal reading. Floating ceiling rafts provide lighting and acoustic control.

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e-architect

AUGUST 25, 2023

A window is strategically placed so that food and serving items can be passed with ease. These moves include incorporating south facing glazing to maximise solar gain, a provision of solar shading in summer and the thoughtful arrangement of windows to facilitate good cross ventilation.

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e-architect

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Foundation, which marks the largest capital gift ever made to a music school; the Foundation’s namesake was a longtime SFCM supporter and trustee. Foundation, the Bowes Center doubles the school’s square footage and features state-of-the-art teaching facilities and three new performance halls. MEP Engineer: Meyers+ Engineers.

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BD+C

JUNE 16, 2023

Bringing VR into Architecture has been more impactful to the client than the switch from hand drafting to Building Information Modeling (BIM). The advances in modeling by MEPS (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural) engineers provide a realistic look into problems that may occur during construction. Don’t like a finish?

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Deezen

JUNE 15, 2022

Local firm Marlon Blackwell Architects designed five structures for the school. The school is named after pioneering female aviator Louise Thaden and is backed by the Walton Family Foundation, which is led by Walmart's founders. The main performance hall has a large window to bring in daylight.

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e-architect

JULY 7, 2023

The street façade of the office building is also of clinker brick slips and is structured with offset pilaster strips and cornices. Windows and sheet-metal panels alternate. Socle areas are made of clinker brick slips; from the second floor upwards, the finishing material is plaster (exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS)).

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e-architect

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Key information • Opening Saturday 30 September and open daily 10am-5pm • New Scottish galleries at the National (East Princes Street Gardens entrance) • Over 130 works of Scottish art to enjoy. The picture window: Background information on the new Scottish galleries at the National: • The construction began in October 2018.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 14, 2019

There are some general broad stroke pieces of information that if you know them, you will not be surprised when it comes time to plan your budget. Structural Engineer – very cost effective service to retain and in some cases, a mandatory consultant to retain.

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Architizer

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The flowing design creates an inspiring, flexible and intimate environment that lays the foundation for lifelong learning and success. The flowing design creates an inspiring, flexible and intimate environment that lays the foundation for lifelong learning and success. Acoustic Consultant: Aercoustics Engineering Ltd.,

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e-architect

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Home for the Amare Foundation, the Nederlands Dans Theater, the Residentie Orkest, and the Royal Conservatoire. Amare is the new home for the Amare Foundation, the Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), the Residentie Orkest, and the Royal Conservatoire. Amare Den Haag Concert Hall – Building Information. 13 November 2022.

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e-architect

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

All the windows were replaced, replicating the previous profiles as much as possible while significantly improving thermal and acoustic performance. About Cadogan Cadogan – [link] is a family business, property manager, investor, and developer – with a 300-year history that informs its dynamic estate management approach today.

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Matt Fajkus Architecture

OCTOBER 31, 2016

We respect that and we want to help owners make informed decisions. A home’s structure includes the foundation systems and the framing for walls, floors, and roofs. Certain soil conditions as well as slab foundations and pier-and-beam foundations may present their own unique problems with age.

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e-architect

JUNE 4, 2023

MEP Engineer: GMEP Engineers Civil Engineer: GreyStone Engineering Group Inc. Waterproofing: Encapsulated foundation membrane, polymesh applied surface waterproofing over whole house adhered membrane. sf Site Dimensions :120’x85’ Building Dimensions: 65’x49’ Landscape Area: 6,438.34

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e-architect

JANUARY 19, 2023

Stonework: Caithness Roofing: Anthra and Quartz zinc by VM Zinc, and Bauder Green roof systems Timber Walls: Douglas fir weatherboarding from Russwood Windows: velfac for individual windows, Living room curtain glazing by iPig. Internal flooring: Dinisen Douglas fir floor boards on ground floor. What was the brief?

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e-architect

MARCH 21, 2023

The architects sought a light connection at the ground to further nestle-in with a post-and beam structure. Although in close collaboration with the builder and structural engineer the team ended up coming to a hybrid solution. What building methods were used?

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