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7 Ways to Be a More Effective Architect

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© Brian Goodman via Shutterstock As every architect knows by now, the profession has a problem with its work culture. Incubated in universities and perpetuated once graduates reach practice, the tendency to overwork is currently the subject of much discussion  - but while there may be hints that change is afoot, it's unlikely to take place overnight. In the meantime, what can a stressed-out architect do to reduce their work hours to something more reasonable?  Originally published by ArchSmarter , this post explores how to become a more effective architect - allowing you to win back some of that lost time by maximizing efficiency and minimizing unnecessary work.  “What’s that smudge in the middle of your drawing? Is that part of your concept?” the juror asked me. “Um... ” I replied as I squinted at the drawing. “I think that’s from my nose. I haven’t slept in like... two days. I konke...

Ragussi Association Center

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One of the most important things for this project was the sustainability and climatic control of the building, to try to decree the interior temperature in relation with the high temperatures in Burkina Faso.  Read in : http://cargocollective.com/mireiacruzaliguer/Ragussi-Association-Center

The Bands / AHO Oslo School of Architecture

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Architects:  AHO Oslo School of Architecture Location:  Vestvågøya, Vestvågøy, Norway Area:  90.0 sqm Project Year:  2015 Photographs:  Jonas Aarre Sommarset Read more :  http://www.archdaily.com/769160/the-bands-aho-oslo-school-of-architecture