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Schematic Design - Developing a Project Budget

Matt Fajkus Architecture

When starting a remodel or new construction project, an important early step is developing your budget to set realistic expectations and avoid surprises midway through the design process. Extensive decks, patios, pools, and outdoor living spaces should be considered in a holistic budget during the schematic design phase.

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AI and its Impact on the Design and Construction Industries

SW Oregon Architect

The following is just a small sampling (I snagged the tagline that accompanies each from their respective websites): ARCHITEChTURES : Design better buildings faster with AI. ARK : The first AI platform for creating architectural schematic design. Finch : The generative copilot for better buildings.

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A4 Guide: The Six Phases of the Architectural Design Process

A4 Architects

These may be done with simple hand sketches, Sketch-Up models or even Computer Assisted Design (CAD) drawings, but they will tend to be very diagrammatic and simple. Sometimes during the Schematic Design phase, several or even many alternative approaches are created for the client’s review and comment. Let’s connect.

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Taking A Different Path

EntreArchitect

I ended up staying in Berlin for two years working for a couple of small architecture offices on residential remodels, small competition entries, a couple of train stations in Russia, all while living in an exciting cultural city and getting to travel around Europe. I’m now at a crossroads.

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Programming: The Foundation of Design

Matt Fajkus Architecture

After making the decision to build a new home or remodel an existing one, the first step in the process, before starting the design (Pre-Design) is to build an architectural program. This programming phase is the foundation of the design and includes the goals of the project and the Owners’ wants and needs.

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Taking A Different Path [11]

A Better Built Environment

I ended up staying in Berlin for two years working for a couple of small architecture offices on residential remodels, small competition entries, and a couple of train stations in Russia, all while living in an exciting cultural city and getting to travel around Europe. I’m now at a crossroads.