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AEC Companies
Apr 29, 2026
What is the AEC Industry and Why is it Important?
The AEC industry—comprising architecture, engineering, and construction—drives the creation of the built environment through collaborative efforts that shape infrastructure, foster innovation, and impact economic growth.
ONYX Constructors
Building Materials
Apr 28, 2026
Commercial Kitchens Wall Surfaces
Choosing between FRP, tile, and stainless steel in commercial kitchens comes down to balancing cost, durability, maintenance, and performance by using each material strategically where it works best.
Archidoodles
Building Systems
Apr 27, 2026
DOAS Systems in Commercial Buildings: Why They’re Used—and How They Change HVAC Cost
A DOAS system improves commercial HVAC performance by separating ventilation from temperature control, resulting in better humidity control, increased energy efficiency, and lower long-term operating costs.
Archidoodles
Architectural Photography
Feb 12, 2026
Photo Licensing 101 - The Basics Explained - Matthew Anderson
The subject of licensing photography & copyright can be confusing. In this YouTube video Matthew Anderson breaks down and explains some of the basics and covers some FAQs.
Artificial Intelligence
Jan 5, 2026
Houston: Kirksey Architecture's Wes Good on the Impact of AI in Design and Development
The role of artificial intelligence in building design.
Kirksey Architecture - Houston, TX
Design & Build Glossary
Dec 23, 2025
Term of the Day: Mid-Century Design
Mid-Century Architectural Design refers to an architectural style that emerged in the mid-20th century, particularly from the 1940s to the 1960s, with roots in the earlier modernist movement.
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AEC Companies
Dec 22, 2025
What Does a General Contractor Do? – The Backbone of Commercial Construction
The essential role of General Contractors in delivering successful commercial projects and ensuring project goals are met.
AIA Contracts
Dec 3, 2025
The Fundamentals of Construction Change Orders
The video addresses the potential impacts of change orders, such as cost and schedule delays, along with strained relationships among project team members.
Design & Build Glossary
Nov 28, 2025
Term of the Day: Keyway In Concrete Construction of Walls and Floors
A keyway in concrete floors or walls is a preformed groove or recess that is created in the fresh concrete to form an interlocking joint between adjacent concrete pours.
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AIA Contracts
Oct 30, 2025
A-101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
A Guide to Understanding the AIA Document A101 - 2017: Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for Construction Projects
Artificial Intelligence
Sep 29, 2025
How AI is Transforming Workplace Architecture and Design
How Artificial Intelligence is reshaping workplace environments, focusing on optimizing space for efficiency, sustainability, and enhancing employee experiences, while emphasizing the need for ethical integration of AI.
Gensler - Houston, TX
Workplace Innovation
Dec 26, 2024
Gen Z at Workplaces - Insights from Lauri Goodman Lampson
Lauri Goodman Lampson, President and CEO of PDR, suggests that attracting and retaining Generation Z talent requires recognizing their unique perspectives, aligning company values with theirs, fostering inclusivity, and leveraging their insights to drive innovation and build resilient workplaces.
PDR (Headquarters) - Houston, TX
Design Trends
Dec 11, 2024
Design for a Radically Changing World
Design for a Radically Changing World brings to light the impact of design on our everyday lives and offers innovative ways that design can help address some of the world’s most pressing issues and urgent crises.
Gensler - Houston, TX
AIA Contracts
Dec 2, 2024
What Are AIA Contract Documents?
A Web Infographic that not only explains what AIA Contracts are and who they are used by, but sends you directly to where you can source them.
Workplace Innovation
Nov 25, 2024
The Smart Factory by Deloitte - An Immersive Experience Center
Deloitte collaborated with Gensler to create a fully immersive 'Smart Manufacturing' experience center, aimed at equipping the next generation of manufacturing companies and professionals.
Gensler - Houston, TX
Architectural Photography
Nov 25, 2024
Photography for Architects by Martine Hamilton Knight
"Photography for Architects" by Martine Hamilton Knight, a seasoned architectural photographer, emphasizes the importance of curated, high-quality photography in architecture's visual marketing strategies amidst the overwhelming digital noise.
Design & Build Glossary
Nov 5, 2024
Term of the Day: Dentils
Dentils are a series of small, rectangular blocks that form a decorative band typically found in the cornice of classical architecture.
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Design & Build Glossary
Sep 10, 2024
Term of the Day: Silica Flour
Silica Flour is a finely ground form of silica (silicon dioxide, SiO₂), derived from high-purity quartz or other forms of crystalline silica. It is typically produced by milling or grinding silica sand or quartz into very fine particles, resulting in a powder-like consistency and used in a variety of construction materials.
Archidoodles
Design & Build Glossary
Aug 22, 2024
Term of the Day: Spandrel Glass
Spandrel Glass is a type of glass used in building facades, particularly in curtain wall systems, to conceal structural elements, insulation, or mechanical equipment between floors.
Archidoodles
Design & Build Glossary
Aug 21, 2024
Term of the Day: Galleting or Gaffering
Galleting (also known as gaffering) is a traditional building technique used in masonry construction, particularly in certain regions of the United Kingdom. It involves inserting small stones or pieces of flint into the mortar joints of stone walls.
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