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Life of an Architect Podcast Ep. 122: Architecture and Artificial Intelligence

BD+C

In 2005, Kory Bieg founded OTA+, an architecture, design, and research office that specializes in the development and use of current, new, and emerging digital technologies for the design and fabrication of buildings, building components, and experimental installations. We discuss the characteristics of the prompt.

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Does 50 Percent Cotton 50 Percent Polyester Shrink?

Work Gearz

With whatever limited knowledge common people have about fabrics, it’s a well-known fact that polyester is engineered and cotton is natural. Hence, fashion innovations gave birth to 50 percent cotton and 50 percent polyester fabric so that the resulting garment could be both cheaper and breathable. Cotton is breathable but expensive.

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Difference Between Sketching and Drawing | What Are Conceptual Sketches | Architecture Concept Drawing | Types of Drawings for Building Design

CivilJungle

Concept designs can be simply a series of sketches, ideas and explorations. Shop drawings might be prepared by contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers or fabricators. They generally relate to pre-fabricated components, showing how they should be manufactured or installed. #6. What Are Conceptual Sketches?

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The Anatomy of a Successful Construction Partnership

Autodesk Construction Cloud

This lesson on uniformity was then applied to the offsite fabrication and onsite installation of plenums which has sped up and prevented bumps in the road during future plenum installs no matter the building type. Design grouping for efficient change management. Egos are checked at the door.

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Can Work Boots Be Used as Snow Boots?

Work Gearz

Snow, and the moisture it leaves behind, eat away at the fabric, leaving it brittle with unpleasant stains. I know most work boots already come waterproofed, but adding an extra layer is always a good idea. Check out this waterproofing spray by Nikwax – Nikwax Fabric and Leather Proof Waterproofing. Spray-on application.

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Can Concrete Floors Cause Plantar Fasciitis?

Work Gearz

Since most of the flooring at home as well as the workplace (even roads) is made of concrete, Plantar fasciitis has become a major issue. . Mesh fabric upper with cushioned, supportive sole design. UPPER: Super lightweight mesh fabric upper for ideal fit. Solid weave mesh fabric toe and heel panels for stability.

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How High Should Chinos Be?

Work Gearz

If you’re able to pinch the fabric about 1″ around your thighs without hurting your skin, the fitting is ideal.   If the fabric has a space that’s more than 1.5″ Buying a long chino that passes the line of your ankle, crawling under your feet, and then not hemming it is a bad idea