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Bathroom Refurbishment Complete Guide + Real Estimate

The Architecture Designs

With so many products available, this article will help you navigate the process of starting a bathroom refurbishment, finding the right tradesperson, sourcing materials and more. The doors made of a single safety glass frame are opened inward and then you only need to overcome a height of 20 cm. Extractor fan £48.99 – £52.79

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Deluge Sprinklers are not as affordable as you think - especially when it compromises safety

BD+C

A couple of weeks ago, we saw an article published by TYCO, a sprinkler manufacturer, pushing for their alternate 1-2 hour wall assembly using their special purpose deluge sprinkler and tempered glass.

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The Role of Architects in Construction Projects

Santa Cruz Architect

Their role is important in every stage of a project, and this article summarizes their responsibilities. Some topics that must be discussed during those meetings are client requirements, expected budget, site characteristics, safety and local planning regulations. Cost Estimation. Documentation and Drawings.

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Architectural and Engineering Firms: The Art of Pricing

Architizer

For a full list, see my previous article.). It is almost impossible to estimate exactly how many hours you’ll wind up working on a project, but when preparing a proposal, you must try to do just that. As a rule, at the end of a project, compare your estimate to the actual hours spent. Resourcing. Financial Status.

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The Catio Is Ready for Its Close-Up

Dwell

At his wits end, he remembered an article he’d once read about catios—essentially, outdoor cat enclosures—and he decided to give it a whirl, throwing up a small version on his balcony. "It He estimates he’s made hundreds at this point, ranging from about $5,000 to $75,000 depending on what bells and whistles the individual cat owner is after.

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Managing Construction Costs of Your Home Improvement Project

Santa Cruz Architect

In this article, we’ll explore effective strategies to manage construction costs, from initial planning to project completion. Make it a point to consult with contractors during the planning phase to obtain accurate estimates. A common recommendation is to allocate 10-15% of the total project cost to a contingency fund.

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Ascent is a 25-storey timber tower that was replaced by forest growth "in 25 minutes"

Deezen

The core containing the elevator shaft and staircase is made of concrete to help the building deal with wind and seismic shifts, as well as for fire safety reasons. Korb estimated that the project used about 25 per cent of the onsite labour required for a concrete structure and that it was completed in about half the time.