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Deal reached for US/UK reciprocal architectural licensure

Archinect

The agreement makes it possible for architects to obtain business contracts, network with peers, and pursue new projects in new markets. This forthcoming arrangement is modeled after existing pacts between the American organization and Canada, New Zealand, and Australia.

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Budget Breakdown: A Seattle Couple Build Twin Backyard Offices for $51K—No Permit Required

Dwell

They saved upwards of $60,000 on a new shed by having dad contract and keeping the footprint small. Not even two years after moving into their 1919 Seattle bungalow, which they bought at the start of the pandemic in 2020, Natalie Rohde and her husband, Patrick Haig, had a problem. Neither was ideal.

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Do Architectural Design Competitions Make a Difference?

Dwell

The Chicago Switch-Flat by Dirk Denison Architects gives owner’s flexibility to grow and contract the space as needed. But including city building, zoning, and public safety departments in any design competition could address permitting and zoning problems, two other issues that often slow construction.

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Columbia City Abbey Apartments by Allied8

Archinect

Combining planning and design, we revised an old master use permit and an expiring contract rezone w. we could significantly increase the floor area on the interior. This preserved the curbside presence, and offered our client an improved ROI.

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For the First Time in 80 Years, the U.S. Will Have a Private Sector Architecture Union

Dwell

After nearly a year and a half, the team announced last week that it has completed contract negotiations and has ratified its new employment contract—the first of its kind in 80 years. After more than a year of negotiations, the twelve architects composing the bargaining unit ratified a contract—every member of the unit voted in favor.

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Planning A Renovation

Westeck News

Having a plan and understanding the contracting process are keys to finding the right contractor and getting the results you want. Contracts 4. Liens, Permits & Warranties 6 HIRE A CONTRACTOR 1. Finalizing a contract 2. This section provides the basic information you need – step by step. DIY or Hire a Pro?

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Columbia City Abbey Apartments by Allied8 | Apartment blocks

Architonic

Combining planning and design, we revised an old master use permit and an expiring contract rezone wh… we could significantly increase the floor area on the interior. This preserved the curbside presence and offered our client an improved ROI.

Cities 94