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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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How Long Does Planning Permission Take in the UK? A Timeline Guide
Articles

How Long Does Planning Permission Take in the UK? A Timeline Guide

Statutory determination periods of 8, 13 and 16 weeks are only half the story. This guide sets the legal deadlines against the latest...

Computational Design Architecture: Should Architects Learn to Code?
Parametric Design

Computational Design Architecture: Should Architects Learn to Code?

Not every architect needs to become a programmer, but computational design has made coding one of the most useful skills in the profession....

Specification Writing: What Architectural Specs Are and How to Write Them
Construction

Specification Writing: What Architectural Specs Are and How to Write Them

Specifications are the written half of a construction document set, defining the quality and standards drawings cannot show. This guide covers what specs...

Design Build vs Design Bid Build: Understanding the Design and Build Contract
Construction Management & Safety

Design Build vs Design Bid Build: Understanding the Design and Build Contract

A design and build contract puts design and construction under one agreement with a single point of responsibility. This breakdown of design build...

Shop Drawings Meaning and How They Differ From Working Drawings
Construction Management & Safety

Shop Drawings Meaning and How They Differ From Working Drawings

Working drawings and shop drawings both guide construction, but they serve different roles. This guide breaks down what each one is, who prepares...

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,...

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