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What Are Building Codes & Why Do We Have Them?

Oct 31, 2020 | Understanding Architecture

Building Codes & Permits State or local Building Departments issue building permits for commercial and residential buildings based upon compliance to the building code. Compliance is determined by reviewing drawings and specifications submitted to the building...

The Earth Is Healing

Jul 24, 2020 | Green Building, Understanding Architecture

While humans have been shuttered away during the COVID-19 pandemic, something amazing has been happening: the planet has begun to heal itself. With people staying at home, fewer fossil fuels are being used, litter isn’t wantonly tossed aside, natural environments...

Architecture Terms: Environmentally Conscious

Jul 23, 2020 | Understanding Architecture

The profession of architecture can oftentimes seem aloof and difficult to understand. There are a lot of terms regularly used on architectural websites, which can be confusing without some context and nuance. The good news is that these terms are easily explained....

Architecture Terms: Building Strategies

Jul 23, 2020 | Understanding Architecture

In the previous post, we discussed some commonly-used terms regarding green, sustainable, and resilient architecture. We can now explore some of the building strategies these architectural designs implement. Passive Solar Passive Solar is a strategy of building that...