Inspire (Spire)
Posted: May 10, 2013 Filed under: Architecture | Tags: 911, Architecture, DesignAllDayAndNight, FC3, ILMA, Inspire, NYC, Spire, TGIF, WTC 1 Comment »
(Photo: Mark Lennihan, AP)
Associated Press
To cheers from spectators and workers alike, construction crews set a silver spire atop New York City’s One World Trade Center on Friday to bring the structure to its full 1,776 height and cap an emotional 12-year effort to restore a key part of the city skyline shattered by the 9/11 terror attacks.
The 408-foot spire, which weighs 758 tons, includes a broadcast antenna and a light that will be visible from miles away to serve as a both a beacon for aircraft and a permanent signal of triumph over extremists who jolted the city and the country.
“This really is a symbolic moment because this building really represents the resiliency of this country,” Port Authority Vice Chair Scott Rechler told TODAY’s Matt Lauer, who was perched on the 104th floor to witness the process. “These people, the thousand men and women who have worked here tirelessly, really as a tribute for the people that perished on 9-11 right on this site.”
The needle will be held in place by a temporary structure until iron workers finish off the permanent base in the coming weeks.
The 1,776 feet — or 541 meters — is symbolic of the year 1776, when the U.S. declared its independence.
The building is rising at the northwest corner of the site where the twin towers were destroyed in the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks. The area is well on its way to reconstruction with the 72-story Four World Trade Center and other buildings.
The tower is slated to open for business in 2014. Tenants include the magazine publisher Conde Nast, the government’s General Services Administration and Vantone Holdings China Center, which will provide business space for international companies.
The elegant spire gives the building the extra height needed to claim the status as the tallest structure in the U.S. and the third-tallest in the world, although building experts dispute whether the spire is actually an antenna — a crucial distinction in measuring the building’s height.
Without the spire, the One World Trade Center would be looking up at the Willis Tower in Chicago, which tops out at 1,451 feet, not including its own antennas.
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, a Chicago-based organization considered an authority on such records, says an antenna is something simply added to the top of a tower that can be removed. By contrast, a spire is something that is part of the building’s architectural design.
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Modern Retreat in Argentina, “Casa BB” by BAK Arquitectos
Posted: April 16, 2013 Filed under: Architecture | Tags: Architect, Architecture, Awesome, babfari, Design, design all night, DesignAllDayAndNight, diseñar toda la noche, diseño, dulce, el amor, el arquitecto, FC3, grande, Great, impresionante, la arquitectura, Love, Minimal, Minimalism, minimalismo, minimalist, minimalista, Modern, moderno, retiro, retreat, Sweet 1 Comment »
The design of this house is a continuation of a ‘building in the forest’ research done by BAK arquitectos, which started in 2004 with the design of their first house in Mar Azul. The architects examine the possibility of building without losing the environmental quality of the site, proposing alternatives to ensure the survival of natural environments. This involves a Minimal Architecture in terms of not only of form but in materials and particularly minimum site intervention. This is achieved by ‘listening to the forest’ and what the site tries to communicate, along with practicing ‘seeing for the first time’ on behalf of the architects.
The low budget along with the no maintenance requirement set the aesthetic and construction limitations of the project. High compact, waterproof, fair faced concrete provided the necessary insulation and covered the no maintenance factor. The use of glass captures natural light and allows views of the landscape in all directions.
Casa JD has two bedrooms with the flexibility to transform part of the large living/dining space into a third one, a kitchen as well as generous outdoor spaces. The design concept is based on two intersecting prisms situated on a naturally inclined site within the trees, in this way hiding part of its volume. The trees seem to penetrate the house as wood, along with concrete, is a predominant feature of its interior. Wooden steps and a deck lead to the living room. Wooden sliding panels provide a seamless continuation of the exterior and the interior. This level of access is a unique space where different uses are defined by height differences caused by the intersection of prisms and cross sections of concrete walls. Except for the beds, couches and chairs the rest of the equipment of this housing is concrete cast.
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@FC3ARCHITECTURE – Interior Design Concepts Using @AutodeskRevit
Posted: March 29, 2013 Filed under: Architecture, More FC3, Uncategorized | Tags: Adidas, Apparel, Architecture, Clothes, Design, Fashion, FC3, Interiors, Nike, Sports, Under Armour Leave a comment »Design By: fc3architecture+design
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Before and After – 2 Dramatic Transformations by @FC3ARCHITECTURE
Posted: March 10, 2013 Filed under: Architecture, JustArch, More FC3, My Firm | Tags: Architect, Architecture, Design, DesignAllDayAndNight, FC3, NJ, Sandy, Spring Ahead, Transformation, TRANSFORMERS Leave a comment »Commercial Transformation
The client is looking for modest cost effective design solutions to enhance his storefront on a main street of an urban center.
Existing Photograph
Proposed Improvements
Residential Transformation
This home was impacted by Hurricane Sandy. The repairs and alternations will include aesthetic enhancements and updates.
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Art And Poetry By My Friend Sophia Fine @SophiaFine
Posted: February 12, 2013 Filed under: Art | Tags: Art, Expose, FC3, FF, Paintings, Social Media, Sophia, Twitter 1 Comment »I wanted to share one of my dearest Twitter supporters and friends, Sophia Fine who is a Fine Arts graduate. She successfully completed her independent studies in Florence, Italy and was recognized and awarded for her contributions to Literature and Drama. Now she is well-respected in the art-community and is involved in various art shows, solo expositions, and selling her original artwork both in America and overseas. Click here for more on Sophia and how to contact her online if you are interested in her artwork. Click here for our last ILMA post on Sophia.
AMOURS SOUS LE CIEL 48X60
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/A/Amours_Sous_Le_Ciel_Bleu-big.jpg
“Because the blue of day and night is the perfect setting for dreams
and mystery.
Because it is where great adventures begin.
Learn to feel the sky, the wind, and the desire to soar and keep going!”
S.F.
ARDEN MESSENGER 54X54
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/A/Ardent_Messenger-big.jpg
“Secret life with the same thought:
In our ferocious lives under these skies we desperately want to be loved…
I am airlifted to raging happiness, thrills, and… fears.” S.F.
BILDERBERG 48X60
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/B/Bilderberg-big.jpg
” Chock full of lively! They weave magic spells but can also be
mischievously playful! All these thematic fairies daringly
complimenting each other.
I lived with them when they invaded my privacy of thought.
And one by one escaped from Dream to Reality, creating their utopia
and the tangible. Dreams are made of this.
Need not define their abstraction.
Have no control of that.” S,F.
LE CIEL PROVOCADOR 48X72
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/L/Le_Ciel_Provocador-big.jpg
“I am shaken under the skies in my essential solitude, running for
cover under the cottony cumuli… intergalactic warriors grouping
against the soft blue that is dotted here and there with balls of
clouds.
I exhale…
Learn to feel the sky, the wind, and the desire to soar and keep going!” S.F.
SOLO MATADOR 54X54
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/S/Solo_Matador-big.jpg
“The sky is ending the night and
I follow, only follow to charge my dream
Invitation to instant exoticism…
A fantasy performed free from evocation.
In front of my eyes the endless silhouette of a Matador
becomes elegance in motion.
Before me his face suspended from his golden locks
eyes brilliant, reading my soul, rushing my heartbeat…
My trembling voice reveals my aim…
If I only could…
—let yourself go with the wind.” S.F.
PARLEMENT 50X50
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/P/Parlement-big.jpg
“The Gray of Mystery..The Gray of revolt of Fear..The Gray echoes
melodies played on a white piano..
These scores are the musical transcriptions of the image..of Parlement!” S.F.
ELECTRIC BALADE 48X60
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/E/Electric_Balade-big.jpg
“The smash hit of the evening was the Electric Ingénue and her music.
More naked than dressed in her flowing glow, wrapped in a powdery
flower scent and thigh high jeweled boots..she caught the breathless
desire of everyone in the room..
Her entrance signaled the presence of a New Generation..” S.F.
THINKING OF YOU 48X48
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/T/Thinking_of_You-big.jpg
“A sun ray caressing my face brought you in to me..
loss of thought now..
..in the essence of intimacy
the right moment..
“For members only” space of mind now is yours…
How do I go about?
My essence of intimacy fractured…
Am I at a loss?
Spirits of beasts want my soul..
fading the rush in eyes wide open..
Your magic wand can change seahorses to dragonflies..
I don’t want to change..
only let your destination become my own…
Colormusic my constant reference creates my thoughts..
…and through the looking glass
i see -you- now..
.. and hear the echos from the walls of Palazzo Grassi:
“Where are we going?” S.F.
RENCONTRES 30X40
http://sophiafine.com/paintings/R/Rencontres-big.jpg
“Setting the tone.That is my vocation. A wonderous job. It is veering
from the extreme concentration of the moments, meticulous as measuring
the right amount of coloring for the total freedom to create.
But it is such a place to be! This immersion in color, that midway, in
the journey, I know the expression.. I see the final stage! Dazed and
befuddled..coraled out, this moment is all mine!
In my studio…” S.F.
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Why I Run
Posted: February 11, 2013 Filed under: Isms | Tags: 10K, 5K, adrenaline, cadence, endorphins, FC3, fit, jog, running 4 Comments »Running isn’t easy, running isn’t fun, running isn’t rewarding, EXCEPT:
when it is!
Getting in the zone, feeling the wind on my face, gliding through space is something that is not easily put into words. When a runner gets into perfect stride (a cadence — That’s the rate at which your feet hit the ground and it’s different for each person), minutes (maybe even hours for others) seems to pass effortlessly.
Running is a metaphor for life – meeting life’s challenges head on. Not every run is great but each run is part of a progression for a greater goal.
I hated to run as a kid, my dad would make me go – I’d rather be home eating cookies! To this day I thank him when I see him for making me do those runs (and even steps I recall at Ironbound Stadium in Newark, which I am still looking for a replacement). It helped me achieve so much. I can only recall a few, but major accomplishments:
- Being smart in high school – always staying on top of my class
- Making me a faster soccer player – not that I was that fast, but it helped me be fast enough to make the All-State boys soccer team
- Staying fit in the off-season
- Getting me through Architecture school – an intense 5-year program
- 3 years of Internship for an Architect
- IDP – 9 tests over 60 hours in total to become an Architect
Even today, as I face challenges, going for a run helps me clear my head and allows me to recharge. I cannot be worried about problems or deadlines (I’m trying to just finish my run).
There’s a feeling, a sensation, spiritual, chemical, whatever, but it feels so good. These endorphins are hormones that are released by the pituitary gland that have motivational benefits. Many long-distance runners experience frequent rushes of endorphin release.
I don’t do it for the medals or the glory. I run because I love to test my limits. It also helps me track my personal best.
Running and working out are activities I enjoy doing. They help me think healthy and the result is that I make healthy choices throughout the day.
In order to be healthy we need to balance our mind, body, and souls.
Do what you love, just because you love it!
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@FC3ARCHITECTURE – On the Boards (Interior Design)
Posted: February 4, 2013 Filed under: Architecture, More FC3, Uncategorized | Tags: Adidas, Apparel, Architecture, Clothes, Design, Fashion, FC3, Interiors, Nike, Sports, Under Armour Leave a comment »We are currently working on some concepts for some new sports store fit-outs in Orange and East Orange.
Stay tuned for more updates as the concepts get refined.
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WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN HIRING AN AIA ARCHITECT?
Posted: January 19, 2013 Filed under: AIANJ, Architecture, JustArch, More FC3, Uncategorized | Tags: @FrankCunhaIII, AIA, American Institute of Architects, Answers, Ask the Architect, Commercial, Design, Design Services, Education, FC3, Hire, ILMA, professional, Questions, Residential, Success 4 Comments »Ask the Architect
by Frank Cunha III
How Do I Hire an Architect?
Everyone’s needs are different To make sure you get the best person for your project, you should request information on qualifications and experience from a few AIA Architects. After reviewing their qualifications, you may want to interview a number of AIA Architects to determine their understanding of your project and your compatibility. Make sure you select someone you can work with (not just the least expensive fee). During the selection process, you may want to ask some or all of the following questions:
General Information
- How long have you been in business?
- How many persons are employed by your firm?
- Do you have a valid Architect’s license for the state you are doing the design work? If so, what is your license number?
- How have you kept current in your practice?
- Do you intend to use consultants for this project? If so, who do you propose to use? What are their qualifications?
- What has been your experience with them?
- What percentage of your practice involves the type of structure I intend to build/renovate?
- Do you carry insurance? If so, what type(s)? How long have you carried each type and what are the policy limits?
Experience
- Have you recently designed the type of structure I intend to build / renovate? How many times?
- When and what was your most recent project?
- May I see examples of your previous projects that are similar to my project (sketches, photos, plans)?
- May I have the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the clients for these previous similar projects?
- What was the actual construction cost versus budgeted cost for these projects?
Services
- What services did you provide for these clients during the design, bidding, and construction phases?
- What services do you propose to provide for my project during each of these phases?
- Who will provide these services, you or your employees?
Fees & Schedule
- What will the fee schedule be?
- How will your fees for my project be determined and what services do the fees cover?
- Will you provide probable construction cost estimates for my project?
- If consultants (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, testing and inspection, etc.) are necessary, are their fees included in your basic fee or are they separate services?
- What additional costs (e.g., permit and other governmental fees) or services (e.g., time spent obtaining necessary permits and other approvals) do you anticipate for my project?
- How do you establish your fees for additional services and reimbursable expenses?
- Will there be a charge for redesign if it is necessary to meet the construction budget?
- Will there be additional charges for changes required by the building department or other government agency?
- How are additional charges computed for design changes requested by me or requested by a contractor?
- Can you meet my proposed schedule?
Making the Final Decision
It is wise to check the references that each AIA Architect gives you and ask the following questions:
- Did the Architect adhere to required schedules and budgets?
- Were you pleased with the Architect’s services and your working relationship with the Architect?
- Did the Architect listen to your concerns and attempt to resolve them?
- Would you hire the Architect again?
- What problems surfaced during the project?
- If possible, visit the projects the Architects have used as examples of their services.
- In addition, you may call the State Board of Architects or visit their website to verify the license status of any Architect(s) you are considering. Upon written or telephone inquiry, the Board will also inform you of any public complaints, or enforcement or disciplinary action against the Architect.
Example: Building Section – Commercial Project
Example: Architect’s Concept – Residential Floor Plan Sketch
Note:
When responding to advertisements or solicitations offering professional Architectural Design Services, disaster victims should verify whether the person offering services has a valid license. Only persons licensed by the State Board of Architects may call themselves architects and provide Architectural Design Services.
During a declared state of emergency, the penalty against an unlicensed person who represents that he or she is an Architect in connection with the offer or performance of architectural services for the repair of damage to a structure caused by a natural disaster is increased and punishable (enforcement and punishments varies by state).
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SHOULD I HIRE AN AIA ARCHITECT FOR MY BUILDING PROJECT?
Posted: January 19, 2013 Filed under: AIANJ, Architecture, JustArch, More FC3, Uncategorized | Tags: @FrankCunhaIII, AIA, American Institute of Architects, Answers, Ask the Architect, Design, Design Services, Education, FC3, Hire, ILMA, professional, Questions 6 Comments »Ask the Architect
by Frank Cunha III
What do Architects do? And how can they help me and my business?
Few people realize how complicated it is to build-that is until they find themselves lost in a maze of design options, building codes, zoning laws, contractors and so on. No two building projects are exactly alike, so there is no single clear-cut path to follow. Whether you’re about to expand your current facility, adapt an existing structure to a new use, or construct an entirely new building, your building project represents a major investment that will affect the productivity and efficiency of your organization for years. Smart decision-makers know that the way to maximize such an investment begins with consulting an architect. Architects are the only professionals who have the education, training, experience and vision to maximize your construction dollar and ease the entire design and construction process.
The American Institute of Architects
Why an AIA Architect?
Look for the AIA initials after the name of any architect you consider for your project. AIA architects remain current with professional standards through continuing education and subscribe to a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct that assure clients, the public, and colleagues of their dedication to high standards in professional practice.
Involving an AIA architect at the earliest stage in project planning can allow for a better opportunity to analyze your needs, develop effective solutions, and propose more ways to reduce costs from the beginning. With a broad understanding of design and construction, an AIA architect can help guide you through the entire process more smoothly.
How Can an AIA Architects Help Me?
- Clarify and define your building needs.
- Look ahead.
- Manage your project.
- Maximize your investment.
- See the big picture.
- Solve problems.
- The Architect can save you money.
“The Architect can make your life easier.”
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Why Are the Architect’s design services a wise investment for the money, not just an added cost to my project?
- A well-conceived project can be built more efficiently and economically.
- An energy efficient buildings can save you money on fuel bills down the road.
- The architect can work with your budget and help you select the appropriate materials and workmanship at a fair price.
- An architect can help you choose materials and finishes that are durable as well as beautiful, saving on frequent maintenance and replacement costs.
- Living or Working in a space that meets your needs and is well designed will make you ( and/or your family, tenants, employees, customers) happy.
- Great design sells.
- Finally, The Architect can make your life easier.
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- American Institute of Architects - AIA Homepage
- Why hire an AIA Architect?
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P.O. Box 335, Hamburg, NJ 07419
e-mail: fcunha@fc3arch.com
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@FC3ARCHITECTURE – Under Construction (Wyckoff, NJ)
Posted: January 3, 2013 Filed under: My Firm | Tags: Architect, Architecture, Design, family room, FC3, Home, Love, New Jersey, NJ, Residential, work shop 1 Comment »Our Latest Addition Under Construction – Family Room and Workshop
More before and after photos to follow….
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We would love to hear from you on what you think about this post. We sincerely appreciate all your comments.
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FC3 ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN, LLC
P.O. Box 335, Hamburg, NJ 07419
e-mail: fcunha@fc3arch.com
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[Updated] @FC3ARCHITECTURE – On the Boards (East Orange, NJ)
Posted: January 3, 2013 Filed under: My Firm | Tags: 3d, Architect, Design, FC3, fc3architecture, ILMA, improvements, Love, Model, My Firm, New Jersey, NJ, On The Boards, Retail, revit Leave a comment »We are currently working on the design of new front facade and vanilla box spaces for 4 new retail tenants.
From Quick Sketch to 3-D Model Using Revit:
Latest 3-D Rendering – March 10, 2013
Latest 3-D Rendering – January 25th
Initial 3-D Rendering – January 18th
Initial Sketch (on trace paper) – January 11th
Existing Photograph
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- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – Walgreens in South Plainfield – Before and After
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- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – On the Boards (Cranford, New Jersey)
- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – On the Boards (Sparta, New Jersey)
- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – New Mixed Use Project in Newark, NJ
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- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – Big Flavor in a Small Package
- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – On the Boards (Bedminster, NJ)
- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – On-The-Boards (Colonia, NJ)
- @FC3ARCHITECTURE – Project Under Construction (North Arlington, NJ)
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We would love to hear from you on what you think about this post. We sincerely appreciate all your comments.
If you like this post please share it with friends. And feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss ideas for your next project!
Sincerely,
Frank Cunha III
I Love My Architect – Facebook
FC3 ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN, LLC
P.O. Box 335, Hamburg, NJ 07419
e-mail: fcunha@fc3arch.com
mobile: 201.681.3551
direct: 973.970.3551
fax: 973.718.4641
web: http://fc3arch.com
Licensed in NJ, NY, PA, DE, CT.
New Years Resolutions for Our Clients by @FrankCunhaIII
Posted: December 30, 2012 Filed under: Architecture, JustArch | Tags: Architect, Architecture, Design, FC3, Info4U, new years, resolutions 2 Comments »
2013 is going to be great ~ Sending you lots of love, hope, peace, health, happiness and prosperity! Sincerely, Frank & the I.L.M.A. Team
1) Pay more for design
Benefit to client: Save more money on construction
Usually, given more time and money designers can provide Owners with a higher level of detail. Ultimately, more detailed construction drawings result in less unknowns and contractor change orders.
2) Spend money upfront on construction
Benefit to client: Save more money on monthly bills
Spending money upfront on higher-end, premium energy-efficient items can ultimately reduce operating costs. Work with your Architect to see where you can get your highest return on initial investment.
3) Be flexible with the look and feel
Benefit to client: Get what you pay for
Some times clients have preconceived notions on the outcome of their projects, which is fine (I like to collaborate), it actually helps us narrow down the look and feel of the project. However, the professional has undergone many years of training in most cases 8-10 years before earning a license to practice Architecture. If you are serious about your project you should stay flexible and strongly consider your Architect’s suggestions to help work toward achieving the best design possible.
4) Engage your Architect for Extended Construction Administration Services
Benefit to client: Only the Architect can interpret the construction drawings to ensure that the design intent of the project is being met; The additional cost for the Architect will likely result in overall savings to the Owner
Whether it’s a small project or a large one and whether it’s a new build, repair and restoration, or alterations and renovations it is important to have the continuous support of your Architect. The money you spend on professional services will likely pale in comparison to the change orders that may result if the Architect is not involved. Since the Architect has liability, the Architect will be the strongest advocate for the Owner while working with the Contractor to ensure that the intent of the design is upheld.
5) Be Creative
Benefit to client: Stand out from the competition
Sometimes it’s OK to blend in and sometimes it is not. If you want to stand out and be noticed, try to let loose and work with your Architect to come up with something fresh and exciting. Great design doesn’t necessarily have to cost more money.
6) Build a Team and Have “Charrettes”
Benefit to client: Conventional design build methods creates tension between the Owner, Contractor, and the Design Team
Teamwork is extremely important in design and construction because getting a high-performance project requires that builders challenge conventional ways of doing things. Integrated design focusing on a holistic design approach can include what Builders and Architects call a “charrette,” a meeting or series of meetings bringing together the designer, builder, and subcontractors to discuss the project and swap ideas. This approach is much more successful and can save the Owner money since the team is working towards a common goal instead of protecting each entity’s own interest.
7) Don’t Panic: Assign Accountability not Blame
Benefit to client: Integrated design will help achieve greater results
Things can and usually do go wrong in any relationship. When a crisis arises the primary need is to correct the problem, not to affix blame. “Accountability is important—but the most important thing is to find the solution first. It’s best not to panic.”
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We would love to hear from you on what you think about this post. We sincerely appreciate all your comments.
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Sincerely,
Frank Cunha III
I Love My Architect – Facebook
FC3 ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN, LLC
P.O. Box 335, Hamburg, NJ 07419
e-mail: fcunha@fc3arch.com
mobile: 201.681.3551
direct: 973.970.3551
fax: 973.718.4641
web: http://fc3arch.com
Licensed in NJ, NY, PA, DE, CT.
10 Things You May Hear Architects Say by @FrankCunhaIII
Posted: December 29, 2012 Filed under: Architecture, JustArch, More FC3 | Tags: Architect, Architecture, Design, FC3, ILMA, Love 6 Comments »Show me your “Parti” diagram ~ referring to the overall concept of the project
Turn it upside down (or sideways) ~ referring to the chip board study model
Use a door for scale ~ if no scale is provided on existing drawings you can use the front door (roughly 36″ typically)
Can I borrow your roll of trace? ~ transparent paper (onion skin) used to overlay sketches during the design process (Yes, some of us still draw by hand)
Looks great…. Hardline it! ~ converting a sketch concept into finished draft form
What’s it made of? ~ flushing out interior and exterior materials during design is crucial
Sorry I’m going to be late for dinner I have a deadline tonight! ~ this happens once in a while #wink
I need to mark that up ~ taking an existing sketch and adding ones review comments and or adjusting the design drawing
Redlines ~ the marks made by the reviewer when he is “marking up” the drawings
Does it meet code? ~ before the project gets too far along it’s important that it is reviewed for compliance with the latest codes to ensure life safety for the occupants
We would love to hear from you on what you think about this post. We sincerely appreciate all your comments.
If you like this post please share it with friends. And feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss ideas for your next project!
Sincerely,
Frank Cunha III
I Love My Architect – Facebook
FC3 ARCHITECTURE+DESIGN, LLC
P.O. Box 335, Hamburg, NJ 07419
e-mail: fcunha@fc3arch.com
mobile: 201.681.3551
direct: 973.970.3551
fax: 973.718.4641
web: http://fc3arch.com
Licensed in NJ, NY, PA, DE, CT.
