Landscape Architecture Magazine

MAY 23, 2024

At Piazza Terminal, a new mixed-use neighborhood development in Philadelphia, Brady Halverson, the director of landscape architecture at BKV Group, says they also had to think about aboveground and underground utilities, as well as a very proximate water table.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The couple took a six-month honeymoon while their unit in the main building was rehabbed—the beginning of a long process to electrify each unit—which provided enough time to strategize around the forthcoming ADU and get the new structure permitted. This client was in luck: Unlike most Chicago lots that are 25 feet wide, theirs was 30.

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Westeck News

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Energy-efficient windows reduce heat gain and loss by utilizing a variety of energy-saving technologies, which helps to manage a home’s internal temperature and increase energy efficiency. Westeck exclusively offers some of the most energy-efficient replacement and new install windows available in the Pacific Northwest.

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A4 Architects

MARCH 5, 2025

Recently, one of our clients requested an upgrade to their power supply from the local electrical utility in order to install more sustainable heating and cooling for a building on their property. Because the grid lacked the capacity, they were denied the installation of the additional amperage they were requesting.

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Deezen

MAY 19, 2024

They contain utilities and storage areas, allowing the use of the central area to be changed. Moca was constructed using thin CLT panels that the students produced themselves to ensure its structure kept below the maximum weight permitted for mobile structures.

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Architonic

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The facade design includes a corporative identity and consists of a prefabricated system of panels where commercial brands can utilize the space. The transparency and versatility of these elements permitted a free composition, compatib…

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This was accomplished by utilizes repurposed shipping containers, a galvanized tower crane mast and tower components, metal interior framing, aluminum framed windows/trim and stainless steel ceilings. A site plan and septic permit were required before a building permit was issued. A certificate of occupancy has been issued."

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Next Portland

MARCH 25, 2022

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. The proposed use is for oncology/cancer care, with other permitted accessory uses. Proposed site development includes new utilities, accessible courtyard, landscaped areas and street trees.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

By sheltering deep in the ground and building less than the permitted limit, [The Inside Home] can be a critical reaction, and at the same time proposes a way of adaptive living in close proximity to nature," it continued. There is one for public living spaces, one for private bedrooms and another containing utility spaces and a small pool.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

A landscape designer might suggest utilizing focal points, harmony, or symmetry through shrubs or decorative elements such as a fountain or birdbath. But you must ensure that you’re following the council regulations and have permits for all outer construction. Are you looking for more architectural features or plantations?

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Dwell

AUGUST 28, 2023

Prefab company Cover offers turnkey projects by handling permitting, installation, and everything in between. We’re using software to streamline the design, engineering, and permitting process, and we’re building homes on a production line more like how cars are made." We recently launched two fixed floor plans, the Cover S1 and S2.

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Next Portland

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

A permit is under review for an 11-story affordable housing development at 2059 SW Park Ave. Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. Includes associated site work.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Based in British Columbia, Hewing Haus utilizes clean construction methods and sources materials from responsibly managed local forests. Secondly, we take care of everything, from permitting, design, building, site prep, and installation. However, as a company, we believe three key aspects set us apart.

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Deezen

JANUARY 9, 2024

"This summer, the Governor and the nonprofit Friends of + POOL plan to launch an approximate 2,000 square foot (185 square metres) version of the water-filtering swimming pool utilizing + POOL's design and technology," said the team in a statement. The pool is expected to be open for swimmers summer of 2025.

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SW Oregon Architect

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

However, a seemingly small detail proved crucial—the permits for the entire project had to be obtained all at once. This meant they had to do some minor construction along the way, every year, just to keep the permits valid. We utilized a commonly used box-ribbed metal panel system, but with a twist.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

AUGUST 11, 2021

While appearance matter, so does utility and the service life. Hipped roofs are most found in bungalows but can be utilized in other architectural styles as well. It can be complex to get permits for the construction process. Flat roofs are most used in arid climates and allow the space to be utilized as a green roof as well.

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Aric Gitomer Architect

APRIL 12, 2022

If space permits, then the more, the merrier. Instead, you could utilize that space to create a different space altogether such as a reading nook or install a Stairmaster to burn those calories. Mudrooms and Utility Spaces. The designers asked themselves why to stop at one island when they could incorporate two?

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Photo by Art Gray The prefabricated ADU utilizes mmmMOD panels , which are a wood-free, fire-resistant material—patented and produced by Minarc—crafted from recycled steel and resilient expanded polystyrene insulation board. The couple fell in love with a space-saving, queen-size Murphy bed that Minarc sourced for them.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In order to facilitate this process, the studio applied and won as many as 100 permits from the city, state, and federal authorities.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Photo by Art Gray The prefabricated ADU utilizes mmmMOD panels , which are a wood-free, fire-resistant material—patented and produced by Minarc—crafted from recycled steel and resilient expanded polystyrene insulation board. The couple fell in love with a space-saving, queen-size Murphy bed that Minarc sourced for them.

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Next Portland

MAY 17, 2022

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. The primary structural system will utilize glulam columns and beams and cross laminated timber (CLT) floor/ceiling panels. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports.

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Next Portland

AUGUST 17, 2021

The new PCC Metropolitan Workforce Training Center, designed by Bora Architects, has been submitted for building permit review. Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. We publish the highlights.

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Next Portland

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. Project to utilize flow through planter. No Mechanical with this permit. We publish the highlights. This post covers September 13th, 2021 to September 19th, 2021.

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Next Portland

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

A building permit for Slabtown Savier North was issued on November 23rd, 2022. The permit for Slabtown Savier South was issued on December 21st, 2022. The ground floor exterior is defined by extensive glazing, aluminum storefronts, accent wood cladding, steel canopies, exterior lighting, and fine masonry detailing.

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Next Portland

MAY 24, 2022

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. Parking will be provided by utilizing unused existing spaces in the adjacent Douglas Apartments garage, which contains 385 stalls. Metro Reports have moved to Portland Maps Reports.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The Ecocapsule is a smart, self-sustainable micro-unit, which utilizes solar and wind energy. The unit can harvest rainwater, and a built-in filtration system can purify anything sourced from rivers or lakes. Photo courtesy of Ecocapsule® What qualities make the Ecocapsule stand apart from other prefabs?

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Dwell

AUGUST 2, 2023

Rendering courtesy of Lehrer Architects and Kadre Architects The city partnered with smaller architecture firms to design plans for ADUs —emphasizing good design and affordability—that would be pre-approved for permitting ease. You can’t just download it, pay the fee, and get a permit.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

"Energy usage has been surprisingly minimal," he says, adding that his energy bills are three to four times lower than his residence back in the city.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Almost 28,000 residential units were added to new buildings in 2023 alone, and as of the beginning of this year, upwards of 100,000 more have been permitted and are ready to build. Architect Sarah Jacoby was then brought in to help renovate the kitchen, bathrooms, and utilities while embracing the home’s original quirks.

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Dwell

MARCH 28, 2024

The house is oriented due north and setback the minimum permitted distance from the southern boundary. "A An enfilade along the southern side of the house provides the internal circulation, efficiently coupled with a service strip accommodating the kitchen bench, utility zone, and extra spaces for storage or study.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

We teamed up again because we wanted to make another product to utilize the entire tree," Cohan says. In 2021, Terry and Cohan launched Masaya Homes , a prefab ADU builder with models ranging from 120 square feet to 1,200 that utilizes as much wood of a tree as possible. "We

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Next Portland

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Every week, the Bureau of Development Services publishes lists of Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed in the previous week. A project at 2440 N Lombard St has been submitted for building permit review: PDOX PS – new 16-unit apartment building and associated site work.

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ArchiDiaries

JANUARY 22, 2022

A pavilion was evolved, utilizing the outer structure of the bus and a triangular prismatic volume. A 20 year old school bus, which ended its permitted life time as a vehicle, had to undergo mandatory disposal. A pavilion was evolved, utilizing the outer structure of the bus and a triangular prismatic volume.

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DesignRulz

AUGUST 8, 2023

Mistake #5: Not Thinking About How You Utilize Your Bathroom Bathrooms aren’t just a room where you perform grooming and other tasks. When you think about how a bathroom is utilized now and in the future, you’ll be making the best possible choices in your remodel. They have become a place for soothing retreats and self-care.

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SW Oregon Architect

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The Tariff of Fees does not limit firms to utilizing the prescribed fee amounts for respective project types and sizes. In any event, implicit collusion is legal and permitted by the Sherman Act because a voluntary, universal schedule of fees implies no discussion between agents.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

I think we achieved this by utilizing outdoor space intentionally." Architect Brian Friel and Melissa Virostko, a therapist, built an ADU in the backyard of Melissa’s childhood home in Santa Cruz for their young family of four. "I Photo by Mariko Reed As it happened, the family’s solution to moving back arose in Melissa’s childhood backyard.

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Dwell

OCTOBER 2, 2023

We recently utilized our Minima modular design as a template for a full-sized house located in the Capertee Valley, in Wiradjuri Country in the western Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia. Photo courtesy of FABPREFAB What’s the most exciting project you’ve realized to date?

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