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Furkan Sen covers building technology for illustrarch. A mechanical engineer based in Istanbul with a degree from Altınbaş University, he works across construction and architecture projects and writes about structural systems, building services, and how buildings actually get built.

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Do You Need a Masters to Be an Architect? B.Arch vs M.Arch Compared
Career

Do You Need a Masters to Be an Architect? B.Arch vs M.Arch Compared

A five-year NAAB-accredited B.Arch already meets the US education requirement for licensure, so a master's is not always needed. The M.Arch matters most...

Best Orientation for a House: Why North Orientation Matters
Architectural Sustainability

Best Orientation for a House: Why North Orientation Matters

North orientation shapes a home's light, warmth, and running costs, and its role flips between hemispheres. Here is what north means for the...

Why Do Old Buildings Last Longer? The Real Reasons Behind Building Longevity
Construction

Why Do Old Buildings Last Longer? The Real Reasons Behind Building Longevity

Some buildings stand for centuries while others fall within decades. Here is a look at what drives building longevity: durable materials, load-bearing mass,...

Site Analysis in Architecture: Why Site Context Shapes Good Design
Architectural Theory & Concepts

Site Analysis in Architecture: Why Site Context Shapes Good Design

A building takes its cues from the land it sits on. This piece breaks down what site context includes, how site analysis reads...

Why Do Architects Use Architectural Models Instead of Just Drawings?
Architectural Presentation

Why Do Architects Use Architectural Models Instead of Just Drawings?

Physical architectural models remain a core tool even in a digital studio. This piece covers why architects build them alongside drawings, what a...

Architecture and Interior Design: Can Architects Specialize in Both?
Interior Design

Architecture and Interior Design: Can Architects Specialize in Both?

Architects hold most of the skills interior design needs, from space planning to materials and lighting. See how the two fields overlap, whether...

Architectural Styles: Why Some Endure and Others Fade
Architectural Styles

Architectural Styles: Why Some Endure and Others Fade

Some architectural styles last for centuries while others are demolished within a generation. This looks at what decides the split: durability, adaptability, material...

Why Is the Architecture Physical Model Still Taught in Schools?
ArticlesSchooling

Why Is the Architecture Physical Model Still Taught in Schools?

Digital tools run modern architecture, yet schools still put students at the bench with foam board and glue. This piece looks at what...

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