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Your States Geography and Home Foundations: What You Need to Know

The Architecture Designs

What do you need to know about your state’s geography regarding your home’s foundation? In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of foundations common in each state and how geography affects them. We will also talk about ways to prevent foundation damage in your home.

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How do I hire an architect?

Design Thoughts Architects

In this blog, we will guide you through the process of hiring an architect and help you make the right choice. Reviewing and signing the contract- Reviewing and signing an architectural contract is one of the most critical steps in starting a successful project. Intrigued ?

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Pier and Beam Foundations - KHouse Progress | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Home / Construction / Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress Bob Borson — June 12, 2014 — 73 Comments On the residential part of our practice, we do a lot of pier and beam foundations. Remove water due to hot and dry conditions, and the soil contracts.

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A journey through masonry reclad litigation

BD+C

It was also essential to file suit within the statute of limitations—usually two years from time of owner knowledge for tort claims and two years from breach for contract claims—and/or the applicable time for a statute of repose—which varies from state to state.

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How to Install Shiplap? Step-By-Step Guide

Architecture Ideas

Beyond being a guide for installing shiplap wall, this blog aims to shed light on the myriad creative possibilities it offers for home transformations. Prepare Walls Preparing your wall before installing shiplap is a critical step that lays the foundation for a successful and flawless installation.

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Arizona Architects Share: Architecture Terms (Part 1)

Urban Design Associates

A complete set of blueprints will include a floor plan, elevation drawings, basement or foundation plan, including footings and bearing walls, a complete electrical layout, a framing plan, drawings of all plumbing and mechanical systems, cross-section drawings of structural elements, a roof plan, and a plot plan. Architectural Set Of Plans.

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Life of an Architect – Best of 2014

Life of an Architect

Number 4 Pier and Beam Foundations – KHouse Progress June 12, 2014 How does a pier and beam foundation work? A close up look at the progress on the KHouse Modern and an opportunity to explain how pier and beam foundations work. On the residential part of our practice, we do a lot of pier and beam foundations.