Why Social Media is Important for Architects

Why Social Media is Important for Architects

Why Social Media is Important for Architects The Influence of Social Media on ArchitectureAs an Architect, the communication channels used with clients vary. In the past these primarily consisted of personal face to face meetings, email and phone contact. Today social...
Designing for Dementia

Designing for Dementia

It is reported that more than 400,000 people are currently diagnosed with dementia in Australia at a cost of nearly $15 billion to the economy. More than half of the residents in aged care facilities are suffering from the condition including an increasing number of...
Emerging Trends in Residential Architecture

Emerging Trends in Residential Architecture

Following on from last year’s review of emerging design trends, this update details some of the current and projected styles that you can expect to see in new residential projects being designed and built in 2019. Building Form Whilst the replica Hampton’s style is...
“Tis the season to be jolly…….”

“Tis the season to be jolly…….”

Create Your Own Champagne Cork Christmas Wreath   We currently live in an age where recycling is becoming an accepted normality of our day to day life. So, at this time of year when consumerism is at its peak, what better way to prove your environmental...
Reading Architectural Drawings 101 – Part B

Reading Architectural Drawings 101 – Part B

In Part A of this guide (read here), drawing conventions governing sheet sizes and defined views were explained.  This second and final instalment explains measuring techniques and how to interpret drafting annotations, symbols and graphics used in architectural...