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Do you ever wonder how architects keep up with the changes to building code requirements? Or how about the latest in design technology? Or new architectural products and trends? The answer is by taking continuing education courses. Why continuing education? In most states, an architect needs to complete continuing education requirements to renew their license; […]
Technology continues to expand and evolve, changing the way we do things as architects. As the industry had to become comfortable with virtual meetings and screen sharing in 2020, we have seen a change in how projects are now coordinated and managed. In some locations, construction inspections are still virtual, and we wonder if this […]
Restaurant design is more than branding and a sign; diners are looking for an authentic dining experience. To provide such an experience, clarity surrounding your brand and desired atmosphere is a must. Creating the right experience includes the coordination of architectural design, menu selections, menu layout, marketing, and operations. As an architectural firm, we work […]
As a recent graduate of Jefferson University with a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture degree, I have started my first job and am progressing toward my goal of becoming a licensed architect*. Many people do not realize that simply graduating college will not make one an architect. In fact, there are a few steps involved post- […]
March of 2020 began a significant period of adjustment for our everyday lives that included working from home, virtual learning, and social distancing. Now, as we go back to in person school and back to the office, we must again adjust to a new way of doing things. COVID is still with us, and distancing […]
Creativity and resourcefulness has always been rewarded and Commercial Real Estate is no exception. As retail interactions, life, and work change there is no shortage of lemons for lemonade. The modern history of retail started with the Central Business District, a place filled with the drug store, grocer, doctor and hardware store. The desire for […]
Between COVID and climate change, we have all become more conscious of our well-being and its relationship to the environment that we live and work in. In response, architects, engineers, and designers are creating new platforms for a healthier living and working space. The use of living walls is one method growing in popularity for […]
One of the services we provide at JL architects is the creation of a master model. So, what is a master model? It is a digital representation of a multi-tenant space which can be updated each time a tenant space is turned over. What is Your Benefit? Keeps a living record of your building. The […]
After COVID hitting the restaurant business so hard, it is great to see our favorite dining spots not only busy, but many with long wait times. As we have all been anxious to get back to life, what we did not see coming was the unexpected re-opening challenges that many restaurants have faced -staffing, supply […]
As COVID wanes and deals wax, commercial real estate is flexing its muscles to reinvigorate the economy. The number of on and off market transactions are well ahead of predictions, and the pre-COVID numbers. This can put a strain on a buyer’s ability to perform due diligence and come to a clear understanding of both the […]