For this week’s Ask OMS topic, we have the definition of the word loggia, which actually has two architectural related definitions. Loggia: 1. An arcaded or colonnaded structure, open on one or more sides, sometimes with an upper story. 2. An arcaded or colonnaded porch or gallery attached to a larger structure. As a reminder,.
Mill Creek Community School Corporation has hired Odle McGuire Shook to be its architect for various renovation projects. The school corporation hired OMS in December 2013 to update sections of its roof, resurface its parking lot, oversee the design and installation of a new gym floor and various other renovations that will help the school corporation update and keep its schools.
A recent Light Matters article caught my attention, as it highlights how daylight can be a highly cost-effective means of reducing the energy resulting in electrical savings. We know energy savings is a top priority for our clients, and our team is always looking to utilize energy efficiently through creative design solutions resulting in overall savings for our clients. Read the full article,.
For this week’s Ask OMS topic, we have the definition of bracket sign, which is related to landscape architecture. As a reminder, the purpose of Ask OMS is for you to post your questions related to architecture, and then we’ll provide the answers. Please submit your questions. Bracket Sign: A rigid outdoor sign, with two display faces, installed perpendicular.
Last week we featured the AIA 2014 Honor Awards for Interiors, and this week we are showcasing the six US projects that have been selected for this year’s Institute Honor Awards for Regional & Urban Design. These projects have expanded the role of an architect beyond the building and into the realms of urban design,.
