Published on February 1, 2021 by Nate Bortz
This week, we're looking at the increasing calls by architects worldwide to "renovate, retrofit, and reuse" existing buildings in order to meet carbon reduction goals.
Published on January 14, 2021 by Nate Bortz
Making the US building sector carbon neutral by 2040 is a challenging goal. But with new opportunities on the horizon, industry leaders are feeling confident.
Published on December 29, 2020 by Nate Bortz
In this follow-up to our last blog, we'll look at "modular architecture" as a whole and how the pandemic is bringing it back to the mainstream.
Published on December 10, 2020 by Nate Bortz
In this blog, we discuss if it's possible or sustainable for mass timber to replace concrete & steel for future building projects - and why doing so can help the planet.
Published on November 30, 2020 by Nate Bortz
While social media and keeping a strong web presence are important, here are some reasons why email marketing is still relevant.
Published on November 10, 2020 by Nate Bortz
The 2010 ADA Standards: Real World Application Course is unique because throughout the six hour video course, you'll join instructor Rodger Peck as he covers scoping requirements with on-site, real world accessibility examples in various public and private buildings.
Published on October 28, 2020 by Nate Bortz
Despite the popularity of mail-in voting in the US this year, millions of people will still be voting in-person at the polls in less than a week. According to the CDC, people who vote in-person on a single day are at higher risk for COVID-19 because of the larger crowds and longer wait times. With that in mind, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is hoping that election administrators take advantage of their recently released "safe polling place" resource guide.
Published on October 19, 2020 by Nate Bortz
This month, the Michigan Bureau of Professional Licensing (BPL) within the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) announced that there has been a scam going around targeting architect licensees.
Published on October 13, 2020 by Nate Bortz
Illinois Architects, there is a new requirement for your license renewal that came into effect on January 1st, 2020. In addition to the required 24-hours of continuing education (including 16-hours of HSW), all Illinois license holders must now take one hour of sexual harassment prevention training.
Published on September 22, 2020 by Nate Bortz
There are many ways in which tiny houses present great opportunities for architects. Whether it's crafting "tiny luxury" or working to improve access to affordable housing - the versatility of tiny homes is something architects should be noticing.
