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Designing for the Senses: A Multi-sensory Approach
In the rapidly evolving world of design, the focus is shifting from purely visual aesthetics to creating holistic experiences that engage...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Apr 212 min read
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Condo Living vs. Townhome Living: Making the Right Choice for You
Choosing between condo living and townhome living can be a challenging decision for many prospective homeowners. Both options offer...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Mar 262 min read
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Single-Family Residential
Single-family residential architecture has evolved significantly, responding to changes in lifestyles, personal preferences, technology...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Feb 252 min read
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Small Space, Big Design
Multi-family residential dwellings ranging from 400-600SF are emerging on the market to meet housing demands. These efficient living...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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Achieving net-zero emissions by 2050
Achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 – what does this mean, and how do we get there? Carbon neutrality is the concept of balancing carbon...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jul 25, 20243 min read
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2024 Architecture Trends
Here are the top 4 influences having impact on architectural design in 2024. Sustainable & Energy Efficient Sustainability and energy...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jun 13, 20242 min read
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Project Study: The Imperial Plaza, New Housing from an old Source , Part II
Following Part I of the Imperial Plaza Project Study, Part II highlights the innovations and social and environmental impact of the...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Apr 16, 20243 min read
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Project Study: The Imperial Plaza, New Housing From An Old Source, Part I
Imperial Plaza is located at 111 St. Clair Avenue West in Toronto and forms an integral part of the established Wychwood Park community...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Mar 21, 20244 min read
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Integrated Hotel + Residential Developments
Although it is not a new idea, integrating hotel with purpose-built residential uses within a single building can offer many...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Feb 21, 20242 min read
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How AI Will Impact Architecture And Design
Most architects and interior designers have become cautiously curious about how AI can benefit our work. It's a valid question in which...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 17, 20242 min read
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Passive Building Design
Passive Building Design is a design technique to achieve very low energy demand for space heating and cooling. The buildings walls,...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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Futuristic Architecture
The opening scenes of Ridley Scott’s “Bladerunner” delight our senses with a view into a futuristic, dense city skyline. It makes us...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Oct 26, 20233 min read
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Geothermal Energy for Condominiums
As the demand for more sustainable multi-family developments increases, so does the opportunity to re-think our energy sources and how we...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
May 16, 20232 min read
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A Modular Approach
Creating a building using a modular approach as an alternative to traditional materials and methods has been increasing in recent years...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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New Sustainable Materials in the Design industry
The topic of sustainability is ever-growing in many industries including architecture and interior design. Learn about new and innovative...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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A Successful Architecture Process
Carefully considered and meaningful architecture becomes an intrinsic part of its environment. It gives a portal to our past, evidence of...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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2022 Architecture & Design Trends
In recent years there has been a noticeable shift in design trends and how people are using their spaces. Condo owners are putting more...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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No more grey, lifeless rooftops!
Whether it’s to be enjoyed with friends, host family get togethers or a place to enjoy a community garden, a beautiful outdoor rooftop...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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Architecture and Nature
In this modern age of debating, firstly the existence of climate change and secondly steps to remediate any damage done, we can’t help...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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Home Therapy
Why should 2020 be the year that our homes feel more like a jail cell than an oasis? In our opinion your home should and always remain a...

Justine Rowbotham-Belot
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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