The expense and shortage of housing in New York City are legendary barriers to living there, but one architecture firm is looking to improve both situations. The nARCHITECTS group has designed something quite different from anything else available, according to Arch Daily, and the first residents are expected to move in later this year. What’s so…
With all of the software you already own, the idea of investing in more might make both you and your computer cringe. But there are lots of sources that are free to use online, and you won’t have to download anything. Arch Daily has compiled a list of some of the most useful websites for architects,…
The 2015 AIA Committee on Architecture for Education Spring Conference is fast approaching, so it’s time to save the date. This 4-day event takes place April 15 – 18, 2015, in Detroit, Michigan, a city that’s rich in architecture, history, struggle, and culture. Registration is filling up fast, so there’s no time to waste. Here’s what you…
Architects have a wealth of knowledge that can benefit whole communities, even when not working for a client. The American Institute of Architects encourages putting those tools to good use, and offers support for people who decide to take action. In their publication, “How Architects can Become Advocates for Livable Communities,” the AIA explains that architects…
For professionals held in such high regard, architects have one of the least understood jobs in America. But a new ad campaign looks to resolve that issue by promoting who architects are and why they’re so important. This campaign, which has never happened before, is a three-year effort by the American Institute of Architects. And…
If you’re an architect or an engineer, professional development hours (PDH) come with the territory. Every state licensing board has its own requirements of architects and engineers, and so do professional organizations such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA). To maintain your license, membership, or both, PDH or continuing education credits are due either…
Road construction is nothing new for central Florida residents, but engineering firm Volkert has recently been acquired to provide quality assurance in what may be one of the most important reconstruction projects the area has seen. They’re calling it “I-4 Ultimate.” If you’re a Florida resident, the name alone might be enough to make you…
Planning around historic architecture is no small feat. And in a town such as Boston, where history is the rule, not the exception, any new structure takes cautious consideration. That’s what Pei Cobb Freed & Partners have managed to achieve at One Dalton Street. The Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences at One Dalton Street…
If you’re an architect, or soon to become one, AIA continuing education credits may very well be a permanent part of your future. You’ll renew your license regularly through your state licensing board. And your state probably requires professional development hours (PDH) or credits. But what about the American Institute of Architects and their requirements?…
PDH Academy courses are widely accepted, fulfilling the engineering continuing education requirements in almost every state.* But even with the similarities in course requirements, states have their own guidelines for the number of credits required and the schedule for when they’re due. Every state licensing board is its own entity. And while you might maintain…
