“Peek-a-boo” door merges architecture and engineering

At first glance, the property appears to have no garage. Images courtesy Schweiss Doors A luxury villa in Miami’s Belle Meade neighborhood is drawing attention for its hidden hydraulic garage door, a design feature that blends innovation with aesthetics. At first glance, the property appears to have no garage. However, at the push of a […]

Architectural detailing steals the show in minimalist bakery

Origami, a bakery in Tersane Istanbul, Turkey, transforms a compact bakery into a layered space. Images courtesy İbrahim Özbunar/645studio/v2com.com Origami, a bakery in Tersane Istanbul, Turkey, transforms a compact bakery into a layered space where pastry craft and materiality meet. The interior is organized along a strong longitudinal axis with custom-designed shelving units. Material selection […]

‘Start Yesterday’: Time Sensitive Succession Planning in Construction

Time is the enemy for most contractors. Whether it is the threat of a missed deadline, late job payment or delayed material delivery, getting the timing right can be tricky. Succession planning—often overlooked as a time-sensitive matter—is no different. An owner’s preparations for leaving the company in the hands of family members, existing employees or […]