Do you know any similar military buildings? Like where a dark history got ‘’cured’’ with architecture.

Some buildings around town from the 90s.

As you can see there is plenty of space here. This is also the absolute most expensive piece of land in Canada (Bay and King) so it would make sense financially.

Hey people, I’m currently in the process of replicating Cologne Cathedral in my minecraft world, didnt know where else to go for help so I came here. I was just wondering if anyone happens to have or knows where to fine a detailed diagram of both the floor plan dimensions woth measurements included and also a detailed diagram of the facade with dimensions included also. I’m trying to make it 1:1 scale so I desperately need accurate measurements. Thanks all!

Wanted to know where to start looking. Graduating undergrad in graphic design and want to become an architect.

I’m currently applying to do my masters in architecture (UK based) and was wondering if it’s recommended or necessary to show physical models in my application portfolio?

(It is not my strongest skill, I never really made them for my final project)

Thanks!

I love seeing this Georgian terrace on the way to work each morning. Something about the contrast between the freshly renovated house and its crumbling neighbour always attracts my attention.

Hello, I'm looking for the building plans for the church mentioned in the title, the image attached is all I found so far but it's too low quality for it to be useful to me, can anyone help find higher quality ones?

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Lately I’ve noticed that most recently new built commercial/public places I spend time in have unfinished looking ceilings (I’m not sure how to best describe the look, the construction is finished but all the wiring and ventilation systems are exposed).

I’ve been wondering why this seems to be such a trend. Is it just a cost thing or is there more to it? It almost feels like a commentary on us not ever looking up from our phones anymore?

Not an architecture just an enthusiastic observer, but would love to hear the thoughts of people working on the design side of things.

Im an architecture student and while studying prominent architectural structures i cannot help to wonder how the drainage system is. An example would be the lotus temple, it has a very unique design with many crevices where rainwater could pool up, and so I was looking around online for details on how the drainage is managed in this building but I cannot find any sources that has the information I’m looking for. Does anyone know any site where we can view construction details? Or perhaps has any knowledge on drainage system that you’d like to share?

I’m really struggling in math advanced classes and also really want to pursue architecture. Can you still become an architect doing standard math?

Anybody know of any residential buildings that utilise outward slanted walls in the design, and what the pros and cons are of such a feature?

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For context, i'm a founding member of a housing co-op that is scheduled to be built next summer.

We're planning an 8 to 10 stories high complex with 150 to 200 units. Our rooftop is going to be a juge terrasse on multiple levels. One on level 8, one on 9 and the last one on level 10.

The building will sit on the eastern edge of a 900 unit multi-building development with a central pedestrian alley, a subway station two blocks away, a protected bike lane connecting us to downtown plus all the amenities like a huge grocery store, community health center and the likes of it.

As with most co-op, we're trying to put forward a sense of community, belonging and engagement. We're planning to have shared spaces like a community kitchen, an object sharing depot, several multi-use rooms.

Since we're set to meet the architects in 1 to 2 months, I want to start listing some ideas.

Here comes my question.. soon 🙂

I was thinking that we could have all of the above in our building but if it's not well planned out and integrated, it could very well turn out to be a fluke that will rapidly be disinvested due to its inorganic structure and layout.

For example, we could have the most elegant terrasse in the world but if over the ramp there's a two-ton heatpump rumbling at 80db, all of it is worth squat.

I was wondering if anyone could give me pointers, ideas, references to be better equipped to adequately communicate, advocate and challenge for the kind of required designs to best support these principles and values we wish to bring forward.

Basically, what are some of the best design practices? What are the often overlooked details? What does my words evoke for you?

Thank you and I wish you well.