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As any architect knows, a sound substructure literally and figuratively is the foundation of any bui lding. And the key to a solid foundation, of course, is a comprehensive survey and geotechnical evaluation. To that end, the American Institute of Architects has recently released a series of new contract documents that are expressly intended to define…
When viewing the work of London-based Neil Tomlinson Architects, it becomes quite clear that the sta ircase is not an afterthought in the design process. On the contrary, it is sometimes a key element, as demonstrated by two recently completed local residential commissions. Morton Mews. Photography by Agnese Sanvito. For the Morton Mews project, the architects…
Echoing Shakespeare’s “Seven Ages of Man,” we look at seven of the most seminal moments for contempo rary concrete and its most influential advocates.
‘Building Tomorrow’ presents the contemporary trends in building design and the global forces drivin g them forward using Architizer’s annual A+AWARDS submissions as the benchmark. The data is creatively visualized to provide valuable insights for designers, retailers, and any industry working to create experiential designs. Download the full report for free at www.psfk.com/report/building-tomorrow. Exceptional efficiency is…
The extraordinary beauty and fascinating complexity of nature has captivated society for centuries, and many of the world’s greatest scientists and explorers have devoted their lives to its study attempting to uncover its mysteries. It comes as no surprise, then, that, when an architect is commissioned to design a museum dedicated to the wild world,…
Metalwork and woodwork specifically produced for the purpose of screening need not be limited to app lications such as vent covers and heating registers. Depending on the product and style, grilles and grates lend themselves well to space division, light-fixture diffusion, screening windows and transoms, wall décor, ceiling medallions, infill, cabinetry and storage ventilation, and more.…
The younger sister to NeoCon World’s Trade Fair in Chicago, NeoCon East swept through the City of Br otherly Love last week. This marked the first time the event was held in Philadelphia (previously, the show was hosted in Baltimore), but that didn’t deter architects and designers from stopping in to see the latest in contract…
These days, I frequently look around me and wonder: “How on earth did I get here?” This question res onates not only on a personal level, but for the field of architectural media as a whole. 12 years ago, I ran the gauntlet of architectural education at Edinburgh University driven by a passion for great buildings,…
‘Building Tomorrow’ presents the contemporary trends in building design and the global forces drivin g them forward, using Architizer’s annual A+AWARDS submissions as the benchmark. The data is creatively visualized to provide valuable insights for designers, retailers, and any industry working to create experiential designs. Download the full report for free at www.psfk.com/report/building-tomorrow. After years in…