Category: Architecture

Raising the Question: Should a Building Be Razed?

Should a building be razed – demolished, leveled to the ground? That’s a question many owners face when deciding what to do with an existing property. It’s not an easy decision to remodel an existing structure versus starting over from the ground up. Cost, schedule, and operational impact are all important considerations. From the perspective… Read More »

A Walk in the Park: Public Engagement Made Easy

Public engagement seems like it should be simple – just ask for people’s opinions and show them a few possibilities, right? As most in the public sector could tell you, it’s rarely that easy. Getting your community’s residents to show up, get involved, and support a project takes creativity and enthusiasm – and it helps… Read More »

Proper Permits Keep Projects Moving Forward

Securing proper permits is a vital task that can make or break an engineering or architecture project. The chances are slim that a developer can plow through an empty field, tear through a waterway, dig underground, or even knock down a tree without an agency saying, “Wait a second. Prove you know what you’re doing… Read More »