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The Architect's Photographer: Alan Karchmer

March 9, 2020

An exhibition of the architectural photographer's work opens today, Friday, March 13, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

Voices Rise Up in Protest at Prospect of Federal Classical Style Mandate

Cathleen McGuigan

February 14, 2020

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Many professional organizations have spoken out against a draft executive order, first reported by RECORD, that would dictate the style of new or upgraded federal buildings.

Will the White House Order New Federal Architecture To Be Classical?

Cathleen McGuigan

February 4, 2020

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RECORD has obtained what appears to be a preliminary draft of an executive order that, if implemented, would profoundly affect the future of federal architecture. The AIA issued a statement in response on Tuesday afternoon.

Architects React to Trump’s New ‘Architect’ of the Capitol

Kara Mavros

January 17, 2020

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President Trump’s appointment of engineer J. Brett Blanton has sparked conversation within the profession of architecture.

The Heights Building by BIG with Leo A Daly

Arlington, Virginia

Suzanne Stephens

January 2, 2020

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A public school near Washington, D.C., swaps tradition for architectural bravado.

Trump to Nominate D.C. Airports Official as Architect of the Capitol

Tom Ichniowski

December 13, 2019

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The White House has announced that President Trump intends to nominate J. Brett Blanton, a senior engineering manager with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, as the next Architect of the Capitol.

The Reach at the Kennedy Center by Steven Holl Architects and BNIM

Washington, D.C.

Suzanne Stephens

October 1, 2019

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An annex adjacent to one of Washington, D.C.'s cultural landmarks attempts to engage a larger public.

The Washington Monument Reopens with New Screening Center by Beyer Blinder Belle

Kara Mavros

September 19, 2019

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As security measures at historic sites increase, architects must design areas to safely accommodate more visitors, faster.

First Look at REX’s 2050 M Street in Washington, D.C.

Deane Madsen

September 18, 2019

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A single idea in two simple details reframes the glass box paradigm.

Inside D.C.'s Spy Museum by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners

Deane Madsen

July 3, 2019

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Depending upon visitors’ angle of approach, the structure either announces its presence boldly or hides behind an unassuming party wall—which more or less sums up the guiding principles around its design.

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Acoustic Design in the K-12 Environment

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU

When Arlington Elementary School, in Tacoma, WA, undertook a redesign the approach was to create an open-program school, a rethink of traditional elementary school design. The approach stresses an abundance of natural light and impactful color options, as well as acoustic design that enhances the learning environment.

Unique and Affordable Multifamily Concepts

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

Listen in as our presenters discuss the design constraints, challenges, as well as their solutions, for these unique multifamily projects.

Be sure to join the moderated discussion after the presentations in which the panelists will answer your questions about their projects and are available to address a variety of issues, including cost and affordability, community concerns, unit design and common space.

Items Tagged with 'Washington D.C.'

ARTICLES

The Architect's Photographer: Alan Karchmer

Voices Rise Up in Protest at Prospect of Federal Classical Style Mandate

Will the White House Order New Federal Architecture To Be Classical?

Architects React to Trump’s New ‘Architect’ of the Capitol

The Heights Building by BIG with Leo A Daly

Trump to Nominate D.C. Airports Official as Architect of the Capitol

The Reach at the Kennedy Center by Steven Holl Architects and BNIM

The Washington Monument Reopens with New Screening Center by Beyer Blinder Belle

First Look at REX’s 2050 M Street in Washington, D.C.

Inside D.C.'s Spy Museum by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners

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