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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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Cultural Architecture Destinations: 8 Stunning Places to Visit Around the World
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Cultural Architecture Destinations: 8 Stunning Places to Visit Around the World

A focused look at the world's most stunning cultural architecture destinations, covering eight landmark sites across four continents. Each entry explains the architectural...

3 Ultra-Luxury Brickell Condos Transforming Miami’s Skyline
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3 Ultra-Luxury Brickell Condos Transforming Miami’s Skyline

Three ultra-luxury condos in Brickell, Miami, including Mercedes-Benz Places and The Residences at 1428 Brickell, are set to redefine the city's skyline and...

Daily Habits to Boost Your Design Thinking as an Architecture Student
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Daily Habits to Boost Your Design Thinking as an Architecture Student

Building strong design thinking habits as an architecture student goes beyond studio hours. This article covers seven practical daily habits including sketching routines,...

Most Iconic City Skylines in the World: A City-by-City Visual Tour
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Most Iconic City Skylines in the World: A City-by-City Visual Tour

A city-by-city visual tour of the world's most iconic skylines, covering the defining structures, architectural styles, and best viewing spots that make each...

Architecture Setup Ideas: 10 Productive Desk Configurations for Small Dorm Rooms
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Architecture Setup Ideas: 10 Productive Desk Configurations for Small Dorm Rooms

Architecture students face unique desk challenges in small dorm rooms: large-format drawings, multiple software windows, physical models, and drafting tools all competing for...

Plumbing in Architecture: A Beginner’s Guide
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Plumbing in Architecture: A Beginner’s Guide

This guide covers the fundamentals of plumbing in architecture, from why it shapes floor plan decisions to how plumbing plans appear in architectural...

Japanese Tea House: Anatomy, Design Elements, and Spatial Philosophy
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Japanese Tea House: Anatomy, Design Elements, and Spatial Philosophy

A traditional japanese tea house is a small wooden structure built for the tea ceremony, shaped by Zen philosophy and the wabi-sabi aesthetic....

Architect Hours of Work: How Many Hours Do Architects Really Work?
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Architect Hours of Work: How Many Hours Do Architects Really Work?

Architect hours of work range from a standard 40-hour week to 50-70 hours during deadline crunches. This analysis breaks down weekly and daily...

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