Life of an Architect

AUGUST 9, 2015

Every now and again, someone will try to convince me that the design process is faster using computer software than sketching. Call me a fatalist but I’m not trying to change people’s mind, I just want to get young designers to start off with a pen or pencil in their hand before they drink the software kool-aid.

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

MAY 1, 2019

The global market for 3D printing equipment, materials, software, and services is estimated to be worth $31 billion by 2029, according to a recent market research study.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2020

In a study, 75% of people reported that they’d be grumpier during a week without Wi-Fi than they would during a week without coffee. Jason Cole, a London-based software engineer, grew sick of the trial and error associated with finding the perfect router spot. The demand for Wi-Fi is now global.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 16, 2024

Plenty, when study findings are discussed in everyday language and practical terms, not as isolated, cryptic soundbites. Monday, June 10, 2024 CEU: 20 things that neuroscientists know that designers need to know 9:00 a.m. This session provides insights to inform tough design decisions, not to dictate how they are resolved.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 3, 2022

In its 2020 Thought Leadership Impact Study, 88% of respondents agreed that thought leadership is effective in enhancing their perspectives of a company. Study the elements of a successful sales pitch and demonstrate to prospects how they’ll benefit from making the purchase. So, what’s the catch?

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Floor Covering News

JULY 31, 2020

Prospective customers not only start their buying experience online, studies show they may spend all of their time online. The executive team and staff touched on several key points—from integrity to technology—that go into developing a winning formula. From there, you need the discipline to use it and hold people accountable.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

According to a KPMG consumer study highlighted during Weller’s presentation, 58% of consumers said they preferred to shop online because they were able to do so 24/7. Master Class: Saving money with tax tactics and software. Patrick Ferries, COO of RollMaster, discussed successful tax tactics and software for the flooring industry.

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Michigan Software Tools Report 98

Life of an Architect

MAY 20, 2018

We literally spend thousands of dollars a year on software and hardware each year – which might not seem like much but we are only an office of (as of this week) 10 people. We went through a similar study for the exterior of the building.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

According to the 2019 Freelancing in America study by Freelancers Union and Upwork, an estimated 57 million Americans freelanced in 2019 — evidence of its increasing popularity, particularly among younger generations. According to a 2019 Future Workplace study , natural light has a significant impact on workplace wellness.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Studies have shown consumers are more likely to buy products and services from people they know. Feed : A feed is a function of special software that allows “Feedreaders” to access a site automatically looking for new content and then post updates about that new content to another site.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Hartford Carpet Cleaning’s experience is a textbook case study in how small businesses can better utilize this kind of technology to handle basic, yet essential business functions. “We I got very lucky with Smith.ai,” he told FCNews. It’s a game changer.”.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 7, 2019

While he is absolutely correct, from my standpoint there are a few considerations to his argument, at least where I am concerned, that doesn’t favor using this piece of software – the main one being that I don’t really draft in my office anymore and don’t know Revit or Dynamo. So how did all this take me?

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Architecture Software Chicago Study 81

Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The group also formed a new partnership with ProKeep, a software company that specializes in the development of high-tech messaging platforms. Also this year, NAFCD launched a cross-industry compensation survey that provides members with a detailed analysis of compensation and benefits benchmarks for the distribution sector.

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Cleveland Research Industry Training 95

Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

After studying photography at Portfolio Center in Atlanta, Poul headed to New York to assist some of the top photographers in the city. He and I have spent many wonderful afternoons standing in the alley, drinking beer, and talking about architecture and design.

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Giotile

MARCH 26, 2015

Indoor Air Quality : Studies have shown that air quality may impact a person’s learning performance by as much as 10 to 20%, so it’s important to specify low VOC furnishings and interior materials that will contribute to improved indoor air quality. Recycling and re-using, therefore, becomes an education in itself. Classroom Flexibility.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

This was one of sketches I created when I was studying this area during the design development phase. We went through a handful of studies to see exactly how the light would move through this space – one of the benefits to using 3D software – we were able to determine if this move would get us the results we wanted.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 16, 2017

Art Designer : Ana Nenadic (Belgrade, Serbia) and Nikola Radojicic (Belgrade, Serbia) Bio (Ana): In short, I’m just finishing my master studies and looking forward to the first project as a young architect. The Sawtooth Roof Playhouse Designer : Anirudh Govind (Bangalore, India) Bio : I graduated with a B. Loving life!

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

The study guides tend to cost nearly as much as the tests themselves. Some will cover or help with study materials and post licensure expenses such as NCARB or AIA membership. The study guides tend to cost nearly as much as the tests themselves. They have ranged in size from 2 – 250 people. A+ Cost difference?

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

A screen shot of the software photographer Jonas Ramos was using to check light levels. This seems to be the software of choice for most of the architectural photographers I know – if I took more pictures I could probably be convinced that I needed to buy my own copy. Currently, the number of study models has reduced sadly.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 25, 2014

Any chance you could let us know what CAD software(s) were used to produce the winners? What a fun project this was, and it was especially good to see so many of us from Ryerson University as finalists! I’ll definitely be back next year (maybe a triple-decker? just kiddinggg) Bob T.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 21, 2015

I studied Architecture in Germany, in Dresden and Leipzig. What software did you use to create your submission board? Surprise me with something: Every time I am designing a playhouse for this competition I am expecting a baby. Or is it that every time I am expecting a baby I design a playhouse? How old are you?

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Life of an Architect

MAY 11, 2014

This is the 7th playhouse I have designed and built – and the evolution of this process on my thinking and design process is pretty apparent to anyone interested enough in studying my previous designs. In the case of this years model, I thought I should do some light studies (it is called ‘The Lantern House’ after all).

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Design Decking Policies Study 87

Life of an Architect

APRIL 6, 2014

With the prevalence of computer 3D software, fewer and fewer graduates from the design profession are entering the “real” world with the ability to hold a pen, pencil, paintbrush – whatever – and work through their ideas, explore concepts, or sit across from a client and communicate through drawings. In this very moment is so useful for me!

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

As a study, I put an oculus in the roof (an oculus is a fancy word for a round opening in the ceiling) so light could enter but the areas reserved for cooking would remain protected. This is a print out from a SketchUp study model and I added some pen weight and shading, and some profile lines to help where the section was cut.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 13, 2013

This type of drafting software is more generically referred to as B uilding I nformation M odeling – or BIM. One other item that I might try to cover was the software we were using to create our PDF’s from Revit – they looked terrible !! Sam How is Bluebeam Software better than Adobe Acrobat PDF?

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 27, 2013

I am showing them what I want, and together, we are figuring out how to make the changes to what came out of the proverbial software drafting box. Anyone who has taken on the chore of adjusting the graphic standards for their own office knows that this is a slow and laborious process. They’ve been a great read.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 23, 2017

The Autumn Cottage Designer : Christiaan Luijk – (Cape Town, South Africa) Bio : I studied Architecture at Cape Town University 5 years ago. I have created a special “Best of SketchUp” category to showcase the skill of the best winning design that uses SketchUp software. I am now living in South Korea, teaching English.

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Puerto Rico United Kingdom Singapore Design 75

Life of an Architect

MAY 21, 2014

I don’t have a single pair of pajamas that aren’t covered in stripes.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

I think through drawing and sketching, for others they might turn towards computer software … I don’t really care. Cuz I know , very well that once I choose a branch of study. Cuz I know , very well that once I choose a branch of study. I like to draw I’m not restricting this to pen or pencil on paper.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 15, 2017

We were three students studying architecture, and one textile design student. LoaA: What gave you and the others the idea to start the studio? What were you doing professionally at the time? SL : It all started when we were students in our final year back in 2014.

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