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Tag : Commercial architect

04 Nov 2019

The Biggest Trends in Municipal Construction Projects

Municipal projects are all about supporting and enhancing communities, making them more attractive, safer and more desirable places to live. As a result, a lot of effort goes into planning these projects – after all, there’s taxpayer money at stake. These are the trends that are setting the tone for forward-thinking municipal construction projects led by a commercial architect: Think Ahead One of the most important considerations is not to just look at what a community needs now, but to […]

04 Mar 2019

Resilient Building Design – the Future of Sustainability in Commercial Architecture

As commercial architects, we can see the commitment and impact of businesses who value sustainability in their building’s architecture, taking an active role in reducing operational costs and their burden on the environment. This is a concept that is still evolving as new technology and new thinking helps us continually improve the way we approach building design, and resilient design is one concept that’s making a big impact. What is Resilient Building Design? If you think back on some of […]

18 Feb 2019

Want an Energy-Efficient Building? It Starts with Your Commercial Office Building Design Plans

An energy-efficient commercial office building reduces maintenance and utility costs, while also reducing noise and creating a more healthy, comfortable and durable workplace. Whether brands want to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, reduce operational costs, improve productivity or even gain loyalty from consumers and clients, an energy-efficient building is high on the list of business must-haves. Here’s why making this a priority in your building design plans is the best way to reap the benefits. Site selection and placement: Putting […]

28 Jan 2019

Understanding the Different Roles of the Team Building Your New Home

Building a home is a dream for many people, but it can seem like a daunting process for anyone new to the experience. Your building site will seem chaotic at times with all the noise and bustle of the various teams of people hard at work. Here’s a quick guide to who’s who and what they do, from an architect in NJ. Architect: Your architect should be registered and licensed to practice in the state where your project is taking […]

17 Sep 2018

5 of the Most Impressive Pieces of Commercial Architecture in NJ

The RCA Victor Building, Camden: Known as the “Nipper Building” as it is crowned with the image of Nipper the dog looking into the horn of a phonograph player, it’s an iconic part of New Jersey’s industrial past. Designed in 1909 by Ballinger and Perrot, it’s a six-story industrial loft structure with a rusticated brick base and brick piers along its length. With massive metal windows that open between the piers headed by cast stone lintels, and walls capped with […]