Office Conversions are Trending… but When are They Viable?
The dynamics of urban living are constantly evolving, and with changing demands and trends, repurposing existing structures has become a popular way to optimize urban spaces. One of the most intriguing trends in recent years
Challenge Accepted: 1100 Wilshire
BACKGROUND: 1100 Wilshire is a 37-story tower in downtown Los Angeles that sat vacant for nearly 20 years. Originally designed for office use, the triangular glass spire of 22 stories sits atop a rectangular parking
May
In the Mind of a Master Planner: How to Unlock a Site’s True Potential
,Master planning is more than sketching lines on a map and puzzling out where buildings go. It’s about telling a story— developing a narrative that is rooted in the context of the location. To unlock
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Mar
Solving the Puzzle of Modular Design, Piece by Piece
,Inspired by innovative concepts, TCA Architects is committed to modular design as an emerging answer to recent housing challenges such as affordable housing shortages, rapid urbanization, and the need for sustainable building practices. It offers
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Mar
The Growing Benefits of Mass Timber in Multifamily
,With the push to increase sustainability in construction, building codes are being adapted to allow for taller mass timber structures. These code changes have enabled the wider application of mass timber construction, particularly in the
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