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Assembling Your Space Planning Team

  As we continue dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, employers are looking to commercial architects for advice on how to design their workplaces to maximize the health and safety of everyone. While it may not be possible to tear down the whole building and start from scratch, there are certain modifications you can make to your workspaces that create a safer environment and improve indoor air quality. If you’re in the process of assembling your space planning team to develop a return to office (RTO) plan, here are some tips for you: Check the latest  cleaning and disinfecting guidelines  from the CDC . You’re undoubtedly cleaning your building more, especially while the CDC continues to release pertinent information, like the importance of disposing personal protection equipment (PPE) immediately after use. When planning for your RTO, note the communal areas that receive the most foot traffic, because these areas will need to be disinfected more efficiently and frequently...

Tips on Finding the Best Architect and Building a Relationship

  Finding the right architect for your project is essential. You want an architect who understands your vision, who you can easily work and communicate with, and who will bring your plans to life. While word of mouth is usually a reliable way to find a residential architect you’ll be happy with, there are other tips you can use to find the best architect for you: Check out what their clients have to say about them online.  Any reputable architect will be happy to share feedback and reviews from former clients, and with a few simple Google searches, you should be able to find some information about what it’s like to work with them.  Find an architect whose communication is on par with yours.  You’ll be communicating frequently with your architect throughout the duration of your project, and everyone has different expectations and preferences about communication. Some people prefer weekly check-ins with their architect, while others feel more comfortable speaking every...