The Role of Construction Managers & Design Teams in Development
Building the Future In the fast-paced world of construction development, the success of a project hinges on…
How to Work Effectively with Planning and Zoning Commissions
By Lyle Saylor The Importance of Planning and Zoning Commission Involvement in Construction The success of any…
The Importance of Quality Control
In the fast-paced world of construction, quality control is a critical factor that determines the success of…
The Role of the Subcontractor
In the fast-paced world of construction, it’s becoming more common to see general contractors working closely with…
The Benefits of a Construction Schedule
In the fast-paced world of construction, a well-planned project can mean the difference between success and chaos….
How to Use Roughness Maps in Lumion (With Pictures)
Roughness maps can be used in Lumion by applying the roughness map to the alpha channel of the normal map.
Why do Architects Write in All Caps?
days of all documents being produced by hand, where achieving regularity from person to person was very important. Upper-case also helps to keep construction documents neat and tidy.
Steel Joist Spacing
the steel joists can carry the load of the roof or floor. In general, 24 inches is a good rule of thumb for steel joist spacing unless noted otherwise by a structural or civil engineer.
Why is Architecture School so Hard?
is to learn – everything from design theory to calculating structural stresses on a wall. Then there is the very time consuming nature of the degree. Almost all classes are project based, which is inherently very time consuming, with few or no shortcuts. To top this off, the student body is typically very competitive, which forces professors to grade harshly.
Why do Architects Make so Little?
Despite the skills required, and the responsibilities architects hold, architects make relatively little money. This is due to a difficulty quantifying what architects do, an environment of too many architects and not enough jobs, and issues with scaling the business side of the profession. This mixed with the stress and long hours associated with architecture can lead many to frustration.