Are you expecting straight grained wood for your project? Use the right terms to get what you want. Quarter Cut and Rift Cut wood produces similar straight grain results. However, there are differences and limitations. Learn how to distinguish...
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When I attended a Metro NY CSI planning meeting, we were discussing ideas for chapter programs. I was asked the question "What is the biggest problem...
This week our blog post How Do You Communicate Design Intent asked for your responses, but the blog commenting feature did not work. We did not...
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Collecting basis of design product data before starting the project specifications takes time. It takes even more time to get the right information....
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Last week I replied to an owner's request for proposal (RFP). The owner included a requirement that the architect retain specific firms for specialty...
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Perhaps the first question should be: Do we need another crop of Specifiers? After all, we should be able to push the BIM spec button and generate a...
Water vapor transmission is confusing - three different properties, each with their own units of measure. Can you rely on manufacturer's data...
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This month is jam packed with opportunities to improve personal knowledge and skills. This underlying theme is the same for all for all three.
Wood's natural decay resistance is dependent on species selection and the part of the tree that is used. Tropical rainforest species are not required...
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Be careful! Often project specifications are not written by one individual. The final project manual may have contributions by the architect,...
