Stage & Theater Considerations
A few guiding principals for stage design for small-firm Architects.
Graphic Mounting Heights
A graphic mounting height detail can save time and misunderstandings.
Planning A Basement - Rule Of Thumb
Basements sound like a really good value - residential, yes; commercial, no.
Commercial Stair Layouts - Rule Of Thumb
Stairs can ruin the design budget. Early planning is the antidote.
Stair Technical Considerations - Rule Of Thumb
An evaluation of things to consider when designing stairs.
Change Of Level Solid Railing
There are places where a low wall is appropriate at a change of level.
Toilet Room Layout Rule Of Thumb
Burned by wasted time on toilet room layouts - my solution - an architecture rule of thumb for toilet room layout.
Office Space Options
Architects have options when designing offices including a hybrid solution.
Finish Key
A technique that allows for real specificity.
Stage Floor Front Edge Detail
Detail of the edge of a stage or other platform without a railing.
Reception Counter Casework
A custom casework reception counter requires details to describe what is required.
Elevator Addition Details
When remodeling or expanding an existing building, adding an elevator can be a challenge.
Skylight Detail
Architectural liner skylight integrated into the building structure with details.
Using Typical Wall Details
The advantages of typical wall details and how to do it.
Metal Stairs
Metal Stairs are used for fire exits, industrial buildings and and other "backstage” locations. Here is what the details look like.
