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Elif Ayse Sen is a senior architecture writer at illustrarch. A trained architect with a B.Arch from Altınbaş University, she covers interior design, architecture schools and education, and residential design, and has written hundreds of articles for the publication.

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The 10 Longest Bridges in the World
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The 10 Longest Bridges in the World

The world's longest bridges are dominated by Asian high-speed rail viaducts, led by China's Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge at 164.8 km. This ranking breaks...

How to Improve Architectural Design Skills With Digital Tools
Architectural Tips

How to Improve Architectural Design Skills With Digital Tools

A practical breakdown of how to improve architectural design skills using digital tools, from BIM and CAD to parametric modeling, rendering, VR, and...

What Is an Isometric Drawing in Architecture?
Architectural Diagrams

What Is an Isometric Drawing in Architecture?

A clear look at isometric drawing in architecture, covering how the 120-degree projection works, how it compares to axonometric and perspective views, and...

Exploded Diagram Architecture: What It Is and How to Draw One
Architectural Diagrams

Exploded Diagram Architecture: What It Is and How to Draw One

An exploded diagram in architecture lifts a building into its real assembly order so structure, skin, space, and services each read on their...

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi:  Frank Gehry’s Final Cultural Landmark
Architecture News

Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Frank Gehry’s Final Cultural Landmark

Construction has started on Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi, the performing arts institution Frank Gehry designed before his death in December 2025. Here...

Best Productivity Apps for Architects in 2026
Design SoftwaresTools & Gadgets for Architects

Best Productivity Apps for Architects in 2026

A focused breakdown of the best productivity apps for architects, comparing Notion, Todoist, Trello, and Miro by what each does best, plus a...

Free and Paid Architecture Tools: A Student’s Guide
Design SoftwaresTools & Gadgets for Architects

Free and Paid Architecture Tools: A Student’s Guide

A student-focused look at free and paid architecture tools, comparing SketchUp, Blender, FreeCAD, Revit, AutoCAD, and Rhino by price, platform, and the kind...

Ancient Architecture Techniques: A Step-by-Step Guide
History & Heritage

Ancient Architecture Techniques: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical breakdown of the ancient architecture techniques that built Egypt, Greece, and Rome, covering post-and-lintel framing, the classical orders, the arch and...