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Memorize these six basic shapes for architectural photography. Together with the study of proportional systems, they form a great foundation for efficiently analyzing your project while in the field. Memorize These Shapes for your Architectural Photography Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

In today's episode, see details that you might have overlooked with this simple exercise... finding architectural details in your existing photographs. Thanks for watching and remember to subscribe! Extracting details: Hidden treasures in your existing photographs Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

Twilight and evening photographs can be among the most exciting and informative photographs of your architectural project. But be sure to avoid the one big mistake photographers make when attempting these views. Architectural Photography at Night Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

This episode explores the guidelines for taking the Signature Shot, the one image that conveys all the most important aspects of your project. Often, this is the only image that your client may request, and it has to be right. The Signature Shot: The Single Most Important Photograph of Your Project Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

Understand how licensing photographs affects the income of an architectural photographer, including the initial "Shoot Fee" plus a "Per Image Fee" for each image selected. Extra Income from Architectural Photography - Why you should license your photos! AT Architectural Photography Channel Visit Anthony Turnham's Website < Back Previous Next Source: AT Architectural Photography Channel on YouTube Understand how licensing photographs affects the income of an architectural photographer, including the initial "Shoot Fee" plus a "Per Image Fee" for each image selected. Anthony Turnham - Architectural Photographer and Teacher Anthony enjoys giving back through sharing his knowledge in his workshops, YouTube videos and online training. He specializes in photography training and digital post production.

Whether you are photographing modest cottages or luxurious mansions, small offices or soaring high rises, here are my five most essential tips for producing successful, professional-quality architectural photographs. The 5 Most Important Rules for Architectural Photography Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

Night photography is an important and dramatic element in the documentation of any project. Here is a review of my five best tips to produce great architectural photographs at night. Architectural Photography at Night: My 5 Most Important Tips Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

What are the essential pieces of equipment that you need for architectural photography? In this video, I show what equipment I actually use when I work. Essential Equipment for Architectural Photography Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

Make your daylight interior photographs warmer and more appealing by turning on the incandescent lights. Lights On for Better Interior Photographs Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

In this episode, we discuss five extraordinary artists of genius who have much to offer landscape photographers. We examine how their structural systems, use of color and atmosphere, and their philosophical viewpoints inform every aspect of their work. 5 Artists to Study for Landscape Photography Visit Steven's YouTube Channel Buy Steven's Books < Back Previous Next Source: Steven Brooke Channel on YouTube Steven Brooke is an internationally recognized photographer of architecture, landscape, and design. Winner of the Rome Prize from the American Academy in Rome and the National Honor Award in Photography from the American Institute of Architects, he is the photographer of over 40 books on architecture and design and is on the faculty of the University of Miami School of Architecture. The most comprehensive book on architectural photography and composition on the market. Everything you need to photograph architecture, interiors and landscape like a professional. Purchase “Architectural Photography and Composition”

Knowledge Hub is a commercial design and construction industry collection of stories, resources, articles, product announcements, trends, people and projects. KNOWLEDGE HUB - Commercial Design, Construction and Products Network Collection of Stories, Resources, Articles, Product Announcements, People and Projects AEC Companies AIA Contracts Airports Architectural Photography Artificial Intelligence Awards Climate Change Cold Storage Design & Build Glossary Design Trends Glass Industrial Real Estate Landscape Marketing Mass Timber Construction Office Buildings Office Furniture Parking People Roads Signage Stormwater Management Workplace Innovation Architectural Photography TELL ME MORE 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. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE 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. AIA Contracts TELL ME MORE 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. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE 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. 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Industrial Real Estate TELL ME MORE Mar 7, 2024 An Evolving Practice: Industrial Architecture This article examines the transformative trends in industrial architecture, emphasizing the integration of advanced technologies, community-centric design, and sustainability practices within urban environments. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE 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. AIA Contracts TELL ME MORE 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 Workplace Innovation TELL ME MORE 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. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE 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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AEC Companies TELL ME MORE 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. Artificial Intelligence TELL ME MORE 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. Architectural Photography TELL ME MORE 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 TELL ME MORE Aug 17, 2024 Term of the Day: Slag Concrete Slag concrete refers to a type of concrete that incorporates slag as one of its components. Roads TELL ME MORE Aug 2, 2024 Understanding Asphalt Paving: What It Is, Uses, Prevalence, and Pros and Cons Asphalt Paving: Its Composition, Versatile Applications, Widespread Use, and a Balanced Review of Its Advantages and Drawbacks. Office Furniture TELL ME MORE Jul 17, 2024 Why is the Eames Lounge Chair SO Expensive? YouTube Channel Future Proof talks about the famous Eames Lounge Chair from Herman Miller. Airports TELL ME MORE Mar 7, 2024 How to Design a Modern Hub Airport: Lessons Learned from Salt Lake City’s New Aviation Hub HOK discusses the design and development of Salt Lake City’s new hub airport, focusing on collaboration, creating a unique sense of place, maximizing ROI through thoughtful design, prioritizing sustainability and resilience, and adapting project phases, showcasing it as a model of modern, efficient, and beautiful airport architecture. Glass TELL ME MORE Feb 26, 2024 Glass Magazine's 2023 Sourcebook Directory & Reference The Glass Industry's comprehensive directory and reference featuring information on more than 1,200 companies in over 700 product categories. AEC Companies TELL ME MORE Dec 7, 2025 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. Workplace Innovation TELL ME MORE 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. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE 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. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE Aug 17, 2024 Term of the Day: Lally Column A Lally Column is a structural support column typically made of a steel pipe filled with concrete. It is commonly used in residential and commercial construction to provide support for beams and other load-bearing elements of a building. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE Jul 25, 2024 Term of the Day: Cellular Concrete Cellular concrete, also known as aerated concrete, foam concrete, or lightweight concrete, is a type of concrete that contains stable air or gas bubbles evenly distributed throughout its mass. This is achieved by introducing a foaming agent into the concrete mix, which results in a lightweight material with a range of densities and properties. Design & Build Glossary TELL ME MORE Jun 4, 2024 Term of the Day: Fenestration Fenestration refers to the design, arrangement, and placement of openings in a building, such as windows, doors, skylights, and curtain walls. 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ONYX Constructors recently completed the executive-level build-out of BGE, Inc. (Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc.) headquarters on Level 5 North at One Westchase Cen... ONYX Constructors Location: 10777 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77042 Project Size : 23,983 Square Feet Building Categories: Office Building Customer's Industry: Engineering Project Scope: Interiors Project Role: General Contractor Collaborators: English + Associates Architects Inc. EBE Electrical Mechanical Consulting Engineers Edit Project 40c4cce0-091d-4335-b9e9-c866b3078fcd Brown & Gay Engineers (BGE) - Executive Level Headquarters ONYX Constructors recently completed the executive-level build-out of BGE, Inc. (Brown & Gay Engineers, Inc.) headquarters on Level 5 North at One Westchase Center, located at 10777 Westheimer Road in Houston. The 23,983-square-foot project was delivered on an accelerated 10-week schedule, showcasing efficiency without compromising quality. The scope of work included a welcoming reception and conference suite, complete with a mail room and coffee bar, as well as fully renovated and expanded restrooms featuring new tile finishes, wallcoverings, partitions, and modern vanities. A large break room with banquette seating was added, along with reconfigured office layouts highlighted by full-height glass fronts and premium finishes throughout. Offices were thoughtfully placed along the building’s curved perimeter to maximize daylight and panoramic views, creating a bright, engaging work environment. Additional copy, print, and work rooms were integrated to support daily operations and improve overall workplace functionality. The project was completed through close collaboration with English & Associates Architects and EBE Consulting Engineers.