Tag: Design
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Using Vertical Elements to Add Interest to Outdoor Design
When it comes to outdoor design, most people instinctively think in terms of what’s spread across the ground—lush lawns, stone pathways, and garden beds. But there’s an often-overlooked dimension that can transform a basic landscape into a captivating space: height. Vertical elements are not only visually compelling, they’re also deeply functional. Whether you’re designing a…
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Spacesmith Boosts Campus Design with Custom, Green Solutions
Over the years, architecture and design firm Spacesmith has both witnessed and contributed to the evolution of college and university campuses from the inside out. For more than a dozen institutions, the firm has designed learning, living, and social spaces that enhance campus community, functionality, and sustainability. Using an approach that merges space planning acumen,…
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Spacesmith Boosts Campus Design with Custom, Green Solutions
Over the years, architecture and design firm Spacesmith has both witnessed and contributed to the evolution of college and university campuses from the inside out. For more than a dozen institutions, the firm has designed learning, living, and social spaces that enhance campus community, functionality, and sustainability. Using an approach that merges space planning acumen,…
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WSP reinvents facade design with GRETA
A parametric tool developed by WSP to streamline facade analysis and optimise energy performance won the Design Innovation category at the Digital Construction Awards 2025. The WSP team collect their trophy from Karolina Orecchini of Digital Construction Week (far left), Vicki Reynolds of ONE Creative Environments (second left) and Sally Phillips (far right) (Photo ©…
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Design Coaching Update: You Have To See How Much Progress Chrissy And Pete Have Made
Big things are happening in the Cambor household! If you’re new to this “design coaching” project, let me catch you up to speed! Back in January, Emily wrote a post asking for people to submit their upcoming design/renovation projects in the hopes that she might be able to offer some insight and wisdom as someone…
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Delegated Design in Construction: How to Avoid Legal and Financial Risks
Design delegation has become increasingly prevalent in modern construction, encompassing everything from curtain wall systems to precast panels and fire protection layouts. Contractors and specialty subcontractors are frequently expected not only to construct but also to assume responsibility for portions of design. While this model can enhance project efficiency and delivery, it introduces legal complexities…
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A One Month Living Room Makeover – Here’s The Design Plan + A BIG Media Center DIY
Welcome to my living room!! This is my 1950s apartment in Los Feliz, and I moved here because it’s A. Super affordable B. In a fantastic location and C. Has a ton of charm and potential. At its current state, this living room is underwhelming at best, but we’re going to make it so sick,…
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ISO Standards: How Contractors Can Prepare for MEWPs Design Updates
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in Accessories, Attachments, Boom Lifts, Construction News, Construction Safety, Construction Technology, Equipment, Featured, Lifting, Lifting & Material Handling, Lifting Equipment, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms, Other Equipment or Fleet Hardware, Other Equipment or Fleet Management Software, Other Technology Solutions, Rental, Safety Equipment – Other, Scissor Lift, Scissor Lifts, Technology, Vertical Lift, Vertical Mast LiftsA new international standard is reshaping how controls are designed on mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), including boom lifts and scissor lifts. ISO 21455, titled Operator’s controls – Actuation, displacement, location and method of operation, was published in 2020 to improve operator safety and reduce the risk of accidents caused by inconsistent control layouts. Australia…
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What Makes a Room Inviting? Design Trends & Color Tips
What makes a room feel truly inviting? It’s not just furniture or layout. Color and design trends have a huge impact on mood and atmosphere. From beachy blues to natural greens, today’s popular styles often take cues from nature and coastal cities like Tampa, FL, where light and fresh color palettes shape soothing spaces. Whether…
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Koroseal Launches 2nd Annual Wallcovering Design Contest
Koroseal, the industry leader in commercial wallcoverings, announces the Second Annual Calling All Creators contest to find and create the next great digital wallcovering. One Grand Prize Winner will win an all-expenses trip for two to Louisville, where they will partner with Koroseal to make their design a reality. Through July 11, Koroseal is accepting…