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Publications

Our whitepapers are an extension of our commitment to thoughtful practice and informed dialogue. Each publication explores topics that shape the built environment, from policy and planning to design innovation and market trends, with the goal of educating, sparking conversation, and challenging assumptions. We approach these pieces as contributions to a broader discussion about architecture's impact on communities and the people who inhabit them. Through research, experience, and practical insight, our whitepapers aim to provide perspective on the issues influencing our industry today.

Link to whitepaper #17 "The Unfinished Building"

Designing Architecture for the End User

Link to whitepaper #15 "Accessible Homeownership"

Current Barriers to Affordable Accessible Housing

Link to whitepaper #13 "Land Bank Developments"

Unlocking Potential: Reforming the Philadelphia Land Bank

Link to whitepaper #11 "Good Samaritan Architects"

Expanding Legal Protections for Architects in Post-Disaster Rebuilding

Link to whitepaper #9 "Revitalizing Multifamily Housing"

The Past, Present, and Future of Apartment Rehabilitation

Link to whitepaper #7 "Adapting Office Buildings into Residential"

Navigating Challenges and Maximizing Opporunities in the Conversion Process

Link to whitepaper #5 "Artificial Intelligence in Architecture"

An Introduction to its Future Applications

Link to whitepaper #3 "Stick-Built vs. Modular"

A Comparison of Different Construction Typologies

Link to whitepaper #1 "Independent Drawing Review"

How To Mitigate Construction Overruns and Save Money

Link to whitepaper #16 "Bougie Boomers"

The "Amenification" of 55+ Communities

Link to whitepaper #14 "Sheet Goods"

The Architecture of Efficiency

Link to whitepaper #12 "Why Color Theory Matters"

The Rise (And Hopeful Fall) of Agreeable Gray

Link to whitepaper #10 "Design On A Dime"

Why Cutting Corners Often Costs You More

Link to whitepaper #8 "Inclusive Architecture"

Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Link to whitepaper #6 "The Advantages of Tree-Lined Streets"

Exploring the Benefits of Including Trees in an Urban Development Project

Link to whitepaper #4 "Wht Service Am I Getting?"

An Introduction to Scope Gap

Link to whitepaper #2 "Co-Living"

Current Barriers to Affordable Accessible Housing

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