Andre Kikoski, AIA LEED AP

The Palazzo archetype is typically a ten- to forty-thousand sq ft structure characterized by various small, medium, and large spaces in a relatively compact setting, often with a light or air court. It is a convenient model for civic, corporate, and institutional buildings, libraries, city halls, etc. Pg 189, The Art of Classic Planning #classicplanning #architecture #traditionalarchitecture #palazzo

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The original official name for the (geographically) smallest state in the union is the largest and longest: "Rhode Island and Providence Plantations." Although it is small in size, it is big in aspiration and self-image. The state is really comprised of dozens of small towns and villages, many founded long before it became a state, and these communities all have their own pride, history and architectural character. A4 Architecture is fortunate to work in many of these communities, particularly the ones near the coastline (which is many of them since this is the Ocean State after all). One town that is right in the middle of the state but isolated and protected by being on its own island in the middle of the Narragansett Bay, is Jamestown. Here is a short article on this community that, like Rhode Island itself, is small in size but big in aspirations and pride of place: https://lnkd.in/evKWkAcb Thank you for reading, liking, commenting and sharing this post, if you find it interesting or informative! #JamestownRI #ArchitecturalHistory #PrideOfPlace #RhodeIsland #ShingleStyle #BeavertailLighthouse

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Listen to my latest episodes on TheAntiArchitect.com #TheAntiArchitect #AntiArchitect #Podcast #Architecture #Design #AEC

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The challenges faced in the field of architecture are undeniable. The pressure from competition, clients, economic setbacks, workplace culture, negativity, toxicity, and political situations worldwide can make the profession incredibly demanding. Many architects find themselves questioning their career choices as they experience a large exodus from the field. This reinforces the notion that architecture is becoming less rewarding than expected, echoing the French saying "L'Architecture est un métier ingrat". #Architecture #Challenges #CareerInsights The American Institute of Architects (AIA) LAU LAU LAU - Academy of Continuing Education (ACE) Order of Engineers and Architects of Beirut - Official Page

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A temple front indicates institutionality and importance, which is why many American bank buildings derived their form from the Greek temple archetype. First National Bank Building in Rochester, NY Page189, The Art of Classic Planning #GreekTemple #Architecture #ClassicalArchitecture #ClassicPlanning #AmericanArchitecture

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The next series is about affordable housing over the last thirty years of Rietveld Architects New York. This is an old one. A very low key, pedestrian friendly infill project of 64 row- and courtyard houses. Half of which are in the "Social housing" catagory. A left over triangular piece of land between housing from the 60's, 70's and 80's.... 1

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Check out my conversation with Carlo Scissura about the NY Building Congress and the future of NYC.

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If you like reading, there are a lot of book recommendations in here! 👇

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Art Of Form ARCHITECTS' ... "Wetson's" ... a reboot of an old concept specific to Long Island. #artofform #planning #architecture #interiordesign #realestate  #adaptivereuse #repurposing #NOUPFRONTCOSTTENANTFITOUTSTUDIES #esg #permitexpediting #proptech #architects #art #commercialrealestate #facilities #ghostkitchen #artofformarchitects #notforprofit #fastfood

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Sustainable Design Enhances Multifamily Living Check out this insightful article from Multi-Housing News that highlights how sustainable design strategies are enhancing #multifamily living spaces. The article explores some of the key ways developers and architects are making multifamily housing greener and more efficient. This includes implementing energy-saving features such as LED lighting, smart thermostats, and improved insulation to reduce utility costs and environmental impact. We understand the growing demand from residents for green living spaces that promote health and sustainability. By prioritizing sustainable design principles like these, we can create multifamily communities that are not only cost-effective to operate but also provide a more comfortable, environmentally conscious living experience. Ready to explore how sustainable design can enhance your next multifamily project? Let's talk and brainstorm ideas to make your vision a reality! https://lnkd.in/gB5r_fAJ #SustainableDesign #ArchitectureInnovation #BuildingDesign #InnovativeDesign 

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First things first, when it comes to architectural fees, there's no one-price-fits-all approach. We’d love to give you a cost estimate per square foot—if we could. But answering the question of “how much does an architect in Malibu or Maui cost?” really does depend on what you want from your property, as well as the complexity of your home project. These are some of the factors that might influence the fees involved in planning for your new home in Malibu or Maui. 👉 https://lttr.ai/AShes

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Do you think there is a way to create affordable living by converting old office buildings to new residential buildings? It would be interesting to solve the problem of affordable housing in densified cities by giving abandoned office buildings a new purpose. https://lnkd.in/ekAJw4Xt

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Tiny Queens Passive House designed by CO Adaptive Architecture was recently featured in The New York Times. Among a row of attached homes in Astoria, this two-story brick townhouse, originally built in 1945, is not like the others. Intentional modifications were made to bring the home to Passive House standards. "The hints are in the bright blue louvers shading the windows and the blue checkerboard patterns embedded in the brick," writes Julie Lasky in the NYT. “The shades, as cheerful as geranium beds, move to admit or block sunlight, while the checkerboards mark places where embedded devices regulate the temperature and humidity of air passing through the walls," ⁠ ⁠ CO Adaptive’s renovation maintained much of the original program and existing framing, since the original layout was already efficiently planned. “Describing their process as deconstruction rather than demolition, the architects repurposed what they could, turning a couple of the joists they extracted from under the flooring, for example, into kitchen lights”, writes Lasky. Whatever was removed was either reused or sorted for down or up cycling. Insulation, a solar canopy, and triple-glazed windows are among the other strategies that have nearly eliminated the client’s energy bill. ⁠ The project exemplifies the firm’s mission of retrofitting existing building stock to create energy-efficient and climate-resilient environments. CO Adaptive’s co-founder Ruth Mandl tells Lasky, “It’s an important way of extending the life of existing buildings, to make sure that they’re resilient enough to come into the next century with us. The home also marks the first building project of the firm’s new construction management arm.⁠ Click the link below to read more. https://lnkd.in/ecUkR-Ka Photo by Naho Kubota #design #architecture #retrofit #passivehouse

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We recently chatted with our friend Alexander Loyer Hughes, AIA, an architect with a unique perspective. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗼 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺? Alex shared an interesting story. He's from Chile, a country where energy is scarce. Conserving energy is on everyone's mind! 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 In Chile and places like Germany, energy efficiency is part of life. Buildings are designed to save energy. It’s a necessity. But in the U.S.? Many old buildings leak heat like crazy. Ever cracked open a window because the boiler runs non-stop? It’s mind-boggling to those from energy-conscious countries. 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 With new regulations and a focus on sustainability, the lessons Alex learned in Chile are now critical. Modern technologies and techniques, like Passive House, are game changers. Retrofits to make old buildings energy-efficient? It's a whole new world and a fascinating challenge. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 Alex finds retrofitting old buildings to be incredibly motivating. It’s about fixing the past to build a sustainable future.

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