If you’re an engineering student, the Fundamentals of Engineering or FE exam is one more step toward gaining your license. Every licensed engineer takes this exam, although it has seen its share of changes through the years. The FE began in 1965 as a standardized test that measured the knowledge and skills gained by…
DetailsProfessional development hours help strengthen your knowledge base, which is one of the primary reasons they’re a part of life for architects and engineers. And while licensing boards and professional organizations require continuing education, you might not realize that you can elect to take more than the minimum. If this is a totally new concept,…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsWith 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,…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsArchitects 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…
DetailsFor 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…
DetailsIf 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…
DetailsRoad 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…
DetailsPlanning 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…
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