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Improve Thermal Performance and Lower Costs
An optimized value engineered approach to framing kills two birds with one stone
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An Open-Air Balcony That Functions Like a Birdcage
The oceanfront porch on this Alys Beach home opens to expansive views of the Gulf Coast
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Q & A
Q+A: Cultivating Creativity
Minnesota-based Otagawa-Anschel Design, Build and Architecture is known for its unique building and design elements, which spring from the creativity of its owner/principal, Michael Anschel
Case Studies
Cool Desert Design in Tucson
Ibarra Rosano Design Architects referenced traditional Mexican houses for inspiration to resolve a typical infill issue: admitting natural light while maintaining privacy
An Artistic Use of Dramatic Lighting
This 7,500-square-foot Lake Winnebago home nicknamed "The Retreat" is an example of how significant an impact dramatic lighting can have on a home's aesthetic
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Business
The Fundamental Integration of Sustainability and Architecture
California architect Ryan McDaniel provides real-world insights and examples into how he approaches sustainability for his projects.
Backstory
Backstory: Growing Up
From custom residential to multifamily, hospitality, and product design, this NYC firm leverages its philosophy across four design verticals
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Windows and Wood Tie Modern Midwest Home to the Outdoors
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In Business: Modern Design, Compromise, and Money
Custom builder Zane Williams opens up about what it takes to maintain his architectural vision, from handling clients and staying true to his fluid style, to the importance of transparency and how a slush fund avoids awkward conversations mid-construction
Case Studies
Custom Remodel: A Childhood Log Cabin Grows Up
Renovating an entire house isn’t always the most economical option, but it offers a host of other benefits
Business
Effective Trade Partnerships
Seeing trade partners as equals means showing them respect by valuing their work
Leadership
One Custom Builder's Model for Staying Ahead of the Curve
In an unusual move for a custom builder, Compo Builders is using a model home to showcase cutting-edge technology
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Five Key Spokes of the Business Bike Wheel
Much like a bike wheel depends on its spokes to work effectively, a business depends on its various departments to find success in the market.
A Light-Filled Renovation in Minnesota Draws Its Inspiration from an Unlikely Source
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A Historical Fix on a Modern Foursquare
The Foursquare is an American architectural staple, but modern building has removed some of its historic details. Restoration expert Brent Hull uses a hypothetical redesign to illustrate the point