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April 3, 2024

A Space Reimagined: A Story of Transformation

In the heart of California, nestled within the California Armenian Home campus, lay a forgotten area, disregarded by most. This space yearned for purpose, eagerly awaiting a chance to be reborn. Once barren and uninviting, it served as a reminder of emptiness, in stark contrast to the lively and inviting atmosphere surrounding it. Yet, despite its... Continue reading
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March 22, 2024

Moving Toward Community: Creative Community-Centric Architecture and Planning

The homebuilding industry today is missing out on a tremendous opportunity. Sure, houses are sold every day, but what people really crave are creative communities with design and architecture that tell a compelling story. Subdivisions have houses, but great communities have homes on walkable streets... Continue reading
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February 28, 2024

Home Builders: Why Should Design Matter to You?

Labor, land, and lumber.  If you’re a home builder, those are the three things that are probably occupying most of your thinking right now, so why should you care about design?  You should care about design because your buyers are going to care about design. While these are all important concerns, design is going to… Continue reading Home Builders: Why Should Design Matter to You?
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February 28, 2024

5 Biophilic Design Hacks to Transform Ordinary Spaces into Extraordinary Places

Being disconnected from nature can drain us mentally, physically, and emotionally. Yet, in our modern world, people spend over 90% of their time indoors, disconnected from the outdoors (Environmental Protection Agency, 2020). This makes embracing biophilic design an imperative. Biophilic design harnesses our innate human bond with nature to transform spaces into uplifting environments that… Continue reading 5 Biophilic Design Hacks to Transform Ordinary Spaces into Extraordinary Places
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