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An Architect’s Role in Commercial Building Design

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  When it comes to commercial building design, architects are involved at every stage, from creating the initial plans all the way to ensuring the final details are in order.   Commercial architecture must satisfy several criteria: it needs to be cohesive with the purpose of the business, it must balance creativity with commerce, and it should encourage people to use the building as intended. Seth Leeb is no stranger to commercial building design as he has a diverse   portfolio   ranging from a luxury FIAT car dealership to a Jimmy John’s chain restaurant. That being said,   Seth Leeb and his team   will provide a detailed look at a commercial architect’s role in building design within this article. Design Development A crucial part of design development is ensuring the client has all the necessary permits, building codes, and satisfies any existing zoning requirements. Commercial architecture is generally subjected to different regulations than residential buildings, so an architect m

Seth Leeb Awarded 2022 Architect of the Year by AIA New Jersey

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  Seth Leeb, of South Orange, principal of Seth A. Leeb Architect, based out of Parsippany, NJ, has recently been recognized as the  2022 Architect of the Year by  the American Institute of Architects (AIA) New Jersey  Chapter. Seth Leeb is a very familiar name to many AlA affiliated architects across the state of New Jersey. With a long, unrelenting commitment to advancing the architectural profession, Seth has held leadership positions within AlA NJ and AIA Newark & Suburban (N&S). Simultaneously, Leeb has built a well-respected, award-winning, eponymous firm that celebrates its 25th year in business in 2023. Year in and year out, Seth balances high quality creative design, outstanding customer rapport and a willingness to mentor the next generation of architects with his devoted service to AlA and the community at large. Seth’s Long Standing Reputation with the AIA Immediately upon his graduation from RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), Seth joined the Newark & Suburba

Working With A Non-Profit

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  Many   architects   enjoy working with local and national non-profit organizations as a way to give back to their communities. Truly, there is no feeling like giving your time to a cause that you feel so passionately about. Seth Leeb is lucky to have a day job as a   residential   and   commercial   architect that he finds incredibly fulfilling, however he has made it a point to volunteer his time and his skills over the last 15 years with the non-profit organization, Habitat for Humanity.  Non-Profit Organizations Non-profit organizations (NPOs) are entities that exist to further social causes or provide public benefits. The main ways that NPOs generate income is by donations from the government, corporations, and individuals. NPOs are granted tax-exempt status because of the public good they provide.  Some of the most popular sectors for NPOs include food assistance for people in need, housing assistance for people in need, religious groups, medical research hospitals like St. Jude