The Drawing Board
The Drawing Board is where we share informative articles designed to make the world of architecture a little easier to understand. Whether you’re thinking about starting a project, renovating an existing building, exploring new technology, navigating permits or grants, or simply curious about how the architectural process works, we want to give you useful information you can actually take with you.
After nearly two decades in the industry, we’ve learned a lot—and we believe that knowledge is worth sharing. Our goal with The Drawing Board is to answer common questions, break down complicated topics, and offer practical insight from our own experience so you can feel more informed, prepared, and confident when it’s time to bring your own ideas to life.
Can Your Building Qualify for Government Grants? Here’s What Architects Look For
Government grants can be an incredible opportunity for communities, nonprofits, public agencies, and other organizations to improve aging buildings, expand services, increase accessibility, and tackle projects that might otherwise be financially out of reach. But finding a grant is only part of the equation.
Matterport vs. Traditional Measuring: Which Saves More Time & Money?
Before an architect can redesign an existing building, there is one very important question that needs to be answered: What is actually there right now?
The 7 Biggest Mistakes Commercial Property Owners Make Before Renovating
Whether you’re remodeling an office, modernizing a retail space, updating a restaurant, or repurposing an older commercial building, a renovation is a significant investment. Done right…
How Much Does an Architect Actually Cost? And Where does the Money Go?
In this guide, we’ll explain what architects typically charge, what those fees actually pay for, and why investing in professional architectural services can save thousands of dollars throughout a project’s lifespan.