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Wildfires, Climate Change, and the Architecture of Resilience

SW Oregon Architect

Zoning regulations should consider the natural landscape and the potential for wildfires. Creating buffer zones, maintaining vegetation, and ensuring adequate access for firefighting equipment are crucial steps in mitigating the impact of wildfires on urban areas.

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Aaron Neubert Architects completes Los Angeles hillside residence defined by vertical ‘T’ window

Archinect

Described by the design team as an “innovative model for Southern California hillside developments ,” the residence blends an adherence to strict hillside regulations with an incorporation of the site’s natural surroundings. The lower level features a guest suite and an entertainment zone ope.

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Shared Spaces: Architecture to Support Modern Family Dynamics

Architizer

Innovative storage solutions can relieve a lot of the pressure here: lockable pantries and cupboards or caddies on wheels are game changers. Zoning laws, in particular, seem to have been written with the assumption that families never change. Co-parenting homes require spaces that are distinctly individual yet inherently shared.

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Design Strategies That Control Indoor Climate Without Over-Reliance on HVAC

The Architecture Designs

Architects, in collaboration with HVAC professionals and building contractors, must consider insulation, ventilation, shading, and materials to create spaces that naturally regulate temperature, improving sustainability and reducing energy costs. Cross-ventilation, stack effect ventilation, and operable windows regulate airflow efficiently.

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The Architect’s Standard of Care

SW Oregon Architect

By stamping and signing our drawings and specifications, I am certifying that those documents comply with applicable codes, regulations, and professional standards. This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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How a Diverse Portfolio of Architectural Projects Unlocks the Wisdom of Travel

Architizer

They challenge preconceived notions and inspire innovative solutions, fostering a deeper connection between design and the diverse tapestry of human experience. Both experiences demand an openness to the unfamiliar, a respect for local traditions, and a willingness to learn from the surroundings.

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Stepping in It

SW Oregon Architect

Enacted into law by the 2019 Oregon Legislature, HB 2001 requires that large cities (defined as cities with a population of 25,000 or more) must allow “middle housing” types in areas zoned R-1. That said, we know fostering innovation in our housing rather than stifling it is necessary. Therein lies the rub.

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