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Three Pines by Resolution: 4 Architecture

Archinect

Designed for a soon-to-be retiring couple, the home is sensitive to the clients wanting to age in place. On site, the local general contractor prepared the site and foundation for the arrival of six prefab modules. The vast majority of the home was fabricated off-site at a modular manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania.

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A new report suggests the architectural software market is about to go boom

Archinect

Recently the technology has been integrated into areas like resilient design and metaverse construction , which offers a great deal of potential to younger designers looking to make their highly-valuable skills remunerate in an otherwise top-down economic environment.

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Detail-loving architects can turn timber from a material into a career

Archinect

As we have previously reported , lumber prices across the United States saw a 90% increase in May 2021 on the previous 12 months, adding an extra $36,000 onto the cost of constructing a new home.

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Job opportunities for emerging and mid-level designers specializing in BIM

Archinect

Previously reported on Archinect in October 2021, a new study concluded the many benefits of BIM use on project completion and client satisfaction. According to the report, these benefits include improved client satisfaction and design quality, a risk reduction through reduced errors, and enhanced environmental and operational performance.

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The Architect’s Standard of Care

SW Oregon Architect

Generally, the courts hold architects like me, who stamp and sign construction contract documents, to a higher standard of care compared to others who don’t have this responsibility. This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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Construction Contracts: What to Know About Estimates vs. Bids

Santa Cruz Architect

Embarking on a remodeling or construction project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and decision-making. One of the most crucial decisions homeowners face is how to structure the contract with their contractor.

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Navigating challenges in construction administration

BD+C

Navigating challenges in construction administration 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/28/2023 - 14:25 Building Team Vessel Architecture's Rebekah Schranck, AIA, shares how the demanding task of construction administration can be challenging, but crucial. How do we guide and mentor our clients to make the necessary decisions early on?