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What you need to know about Additional Services

By ADMINISTRATOR
On June 21, 2017June 26, 2017

Supplemental architectural services can: • help architects generate income • increase the value of the firm through diversification • help attract new clients or keep the firm involved with existing patrons • be used as special projects for young professionals to nurture…

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What you need to know about Construction Assemblies Tests: ASTM E84, NFPA 252, 257, 265, 286
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What you need to know about Construction Assemblies Tests: ASTM E84, NFPA 252, 257, 265, 286

By ADMINISTRATOR
On May 18, 2017May 19, 2017

Approved Standards and testing: All approved materials and construction assemblies referenced in building codes are required to be manufactured to accepted methods or tested approved by agencies according to standardized testing, such as: ASTM International, NFPA, ANSI, industry trade groups such as ASHRAE, or…

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What you need to know about Means of Egress
Accessibility Building Codes What You Need to Know

What you need to know about Means of Egress

By ADMINISTRATOR
On March 30, 2014April 15, 2017

What is a Means of Egress? What is the difference between accessible means of egress and general means of egress with a building with multiple means of egress? Accessible Means of Egress is defined as a continuous and unobstructed  path of travel…

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How to Design an ADA Restroom
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How to Design an ADA Restroom

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 20, 2013June 9, 2017

The key to knowing the requirements that the IBC code mentions, is the ANSI a117.1 Standard. Universal design, Barrier Free Design, and Accessible Design are all according to the ANSI Standard a117.1  Even the DOJ’s Americans with Disability Act refers to the…

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What you need to know about STAIRS

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 17, 2013June 12, 2017

Stairs are can be one of the trickier parts of a building.  You’ll want to follow basic guide lines when designing accessible buildings. Stair Configurations: 10′ x 20′ is a good starting point for a rule of thumb for a stairwell size….

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What you need to know about Project Closeout Procedures

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 17, 2013

PRE-CLOSEOUT 0.) About when the project is 3/4 complete, the Architect makes a site visit to determine if the contractor is on track to complete the project on time, and within budget. This site visit allows the architect to determine if the…

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What you need to know about RAMPS

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 13, 2013April 1, 2014

RAMP CODE: 1010.4 Vertical rise • Rise of any ramp is limited to ≤ 2′-6″. 1010.5.1 Width • The width required for a means of egress ramp is the same as that required for corridors. Note: 1018.2, “Corridor width,” is cited as…

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What you need to know about Accessible Routes

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 12, 2013April 1, 2014

 Egress Routes Protruding Objects Clear Floor Area Knee and Toe Clearances

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What you need to know about Door Approach and Manuvering Clearances

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 12, 2013April 1, 2014

In terms of Door approach, take a look at this chart from ANSI 117.1, Minimum maneuvering clearances at doors shall comply with Section 404.2.3 and shall include the full clear opening width of the doorway.

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What you need to know about Handrails and Guardrails

By ADMINISTRATOR
On August 12, 2013April 1, 2014

 GUARDRAILS 1.Open sides of landings, floor surfaces, ramps, and stairways shall be protected by a continuous guardrail.   HANDRAILS 1.Handrails shall be provided on both sides of ramps and stairs. On open stair/ramp sides railing becomes handrail/guardrail and is treated by the…

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