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3 Characteristics of Successful Humanitarian Architecture
Humanitarian architecture is challenging. Resources are low. Locations are remote. Climates are harsh. Here's the top characteristics that make humanitarian architecture projects successful.
What’s the difference between an architect, a designer, and a drafter?
When it comes to designing your home, there are various people who can help. So what's the difference between architects, designers, and draftspeople - and who should you work with?
Simple Modern Roof Designs
An article sharing the most popular simple modern roof designs, their aesthetics, uses, technical construction methods, and planning considerations.
4 Things To Know About Selecting & Installing Window Walls In Your Home
Knowing what to look for when selecting and installing window walls in your home can have lasting implications. Good quality products and installation can save you tons of time and money in the long run. This article tells you the essentials to know.
How To Share Your Exciting Project Ideas With Your Architect
To design a house project, it's important to understand your goals, wants, needs, and design style. It's equally as important to be able to communicate all this to your architect. Here's how.
Characteristics of Simple Minimalist House Plans
Minimalist architecture can be characterized by one word: simple - reducing a building down to its most basic form, function, and essence. Nothing over the top, nothing extra, and forget the ornate froufrou-ness. This [...]
3 Thoughtful Gifts for Minimalists, Creatives, & Social ‘Do-Gooders’
We're not big on gifts at YR Architecture + Design. As minimalists ourselves, we cherish quality time over gifts any day. But we thought with the holiday season is approaching, we'd take this opportunity [...]
How To Confidently Create the Perfect Floor Plans For Your Home
This project spotlight features an Architectural Design Review of a new single-story home in North Carolina. Check out our previous article to learn more details about design reviews. Do you have floor plans for your new home, but you're [...]
Home Design Review: How To Gain Confidence In Your Home Design
Have you ever tried creating something you've never seen or done before? Did you think about it for a while, trying really hard to visualize what it could look like in your head? Did you [...]
How To Select High Performance Window Walls For My Home
You've made the all-important decision to go with large window walls for your home. In your heart, you're convinced by all the amazing window wall benefits - increased daylight, views, and health benefits. But at [...]