Tips and Stories
As we grow and develop within the field of architecture, we start to notice the little details of a structure. Traveling allows you to see different cultures and beliefs within both the simplicity and complexity of architecture. We are not always born into regions where there is a variation of architecture and cultures, so it […]
Urgent care medicine growth is one of the most dramatic and impactful trends that will shape health care in 2023. Health care stakeholders must prepare for key changes as health care becomes even more inaccessible for rural patients and additional retail entities are entering into the clinic space. Booming Urgent Care Growth Urgent care is […]
An important concept within architecture is the push for clear and consistent communication in the office. How: As an architect you must look towards being fluent in direct communication within your office. Learning to discuss your ideas with others makes the process of creating the project more efficient and stable. Not only is communicating ideas […]
When starting a project, the first step is to schedule a site survey to view the space, take measurements, locate all necessary mechanical equipment, and identify as-built conditions. We have a variety of survey equipment that we will use. Methods: When starting a survey, we will walk through the space to make sure we have […]
The Pantone Color Institute provides customized color standards, brand identity and product color consulting for a variety of design industries. It also forecasts the color the year. According to Laurie Pressman, Vice President of The Pantone Color Institute, the Pantone Color of the Year program was originally created in 1999 to engage the design community […]
The manufacturing sector is in a precarious position after being impacted by a “Perfect Storm” of the pandemic, labor shortages, inflation, higher interest rates and supply chain disruptions. Positive signs of recovery in 2022 have been seen. A recent Manufacturing Industry Outlook by Deloitte shows industrial production and capacity have both surpassed pre-pandemic levels as […]
As 2022 comes to an end, it is important to reflect on the past year and anticipate what the future of architecture may look like. Twenty twenty-two was truly a year for post-pandemic rebuilding. Many companies halted construction of their new projects in 2020 and into 2021. It was important, during this time, to evaluate […]
As architects our greatest contribution to society is the built environment. Ethically, it is our responsibility to design environments that all can use. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was created, requiring a new standard of access to facilities that provide service to the public. Accessibility is an important part of building design. Today […]
Submittals are shop drawings, product data, samples and mock-ups delivered to the design professional for review. Submittals allow the design professional to review the items going into the building and allow for changes due to lead times. Managing construction submittals determines the success of the proposed timeline, the line items in the budget, and the […]
As a recent architecture graduate and aspiring architect, I have learned that one never truly walks away from the classroom, and that to succeed in architecture, one must continually pursue learning and growth. Here are my insights as I finish my first 6 months as a full-time designer just out of college: 1. Technology is […]