What are Green Roofs and Why do They Matter?
When is a roof much more than a way to keep out the rain? When it’s a green roof. The layer of vegetation that covers the top of a building…
Preserving Stained and Leaded Glass in Historic Properties
Older buildings often have elements that can’t be duplicated, at least not at a reasonable cost. So preserving and repairing what’s there can keep the structure’s integrity as well as…
3 Reasons Florida Architects Need Universal Design Courses
Universal design works for a much wider range of users, so it’s especially important for Florida architects. In a state that’s brimming with rental homes and has a high concentration…
What Has Donald Trump Planned for the American Infrastructure?
The coming Trump administration plans to overhaul America’s infrastructure through private investments. It’s a “revenue-neutral” proposal that’s intended to lighten the government investment load, speed up projects and provide more…
Smart Urban Transportation the Los Angeles Way
Imagine a city as congested as Los Angeles revolutionizing urban transportation tomorrow. For that matter, imagine Angelenos giving up their beloved cars. It’s not as unlikely as it might sound.…
What Happens if I Let CE Credits Slip?
If you’re the forgetful type, continuing education credit requirement deadline might creep up or pass on by. Or maybe you’re thinking about taking a break from architecture, and wondering how…
Who Won the 2016 ArchDaily Building of the Year?
Arch Daily asks readers, not a panel of judges, to name their annual Building of the Year winners. The magazine says they haven’t been disappointed yet in their crowd-sourced approach…
Did the Presidential Election Change the Future of Sustainable Design?
The 2016 political climate suggests that Americans are bored and suspicious about sustainability. Now, after years of regarding sustainable design as the way of the future, architects are concerned that…
What Students of Architecture are Learning Right Now
Every new crop of architects comes into the industry with a slightly different education. Fifty years ago, students of architecture worked more in groups, routinely pulled all-nighters and the digital…
Tesla Makes Solar Panels Gorgeous
What if solar power hardware was invisible, more efficient and able to run everything from your home to your car? It’s true. Tesla is changing everything you thought you knew…