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A Recalibrated Crown for Lower Manhattan: 2 World Trade Center by Foster + Partners

May 7, 2025 | David McFadden

The latest redesign of 2 World Trade Center by Foster + Partners signals a measured, almost introspective addition to the Manhattan skyline. As the final tower slated to complete the World Trade Center master plan, the new design bears the weight of historical reverence and urban symbolism while addressing 21st-century demands for flexible commercial office

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Top Architecture Firms Leading the Future of AI Innovation in Design

January 23, 2025 | David McFadden

As artificial intelligence in architecture continues to make waves in the design and construction industries, architecture firms harness AI to enhance creativity, sustainability, and efficiency in building design. The rise of AI generative design and computational design in architecture allows firms to create innovative structures that are both beautiful and highly functional. In this blog,

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The Impact of 3D-Printed Prefabricated Buildings on Housing, Architecture, and Construction

June 27, 2024 | David McFadden

3D-printed prefabricated buildings are transforming the housing market, architecture, and construction industry with their unique selling points of innovation, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. 3D printing technology in building prefabricated homes offers many benefits, including faster construction times, reduced labor costs, and minimal waste. These homes can be produced at a fraction of the cost of traditional

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The Critical Role of IT and Cybersecurity play in Architectural Firms

June 2, 2024 | David McFadden

The Critical Role of IT and Cybersecurity in Architectural Firms: Why Secure Digital Infrastructure is a Must in 2025 Innovation, precision, and efficiency have always driven the architecture industry. However, as firms increasingly embrace cloud collaboration, BIM technology, and digital workflows, many unknowingly expose themselves to serious cybersecurity and IT risks. Consulting For Architects Inc.

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Navigating the Future of Architectural Hiring: Trends and Job Opportunities in the Educational Sector

May 22, 2024 | David McFadden

Architectural hiring and related architecture jobs are in demand due to the rise of educational construction projects. The architecture industry is poised for substantial growth. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an 8% growth in architect jobs and other related architectural hiring by 2028, surpassing the average for all occupations. This growth is largely driven

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In honor of Women’s History Month

March 20, 2024 | David McFadden

In honor of Women’s History Month, we want to salute Career Point Staffing’s Founder and CEO, Robin McFadden. Opening the doors to CareerPoint in 2010, Robin had previously managed the back office and financial departments of one of the nation’s most successful staffing companies for architects and designers. She established CareerPoint as a certified women-owned

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Navigating Office Perks: Insights for Small Architecture and Design Firms in NYC

March 20, 2024 | David McFadden

In a recent article by the New York Post titled “NYC Landlords Luring Workers to Offices with Fancy Perks,” https://nypost.com/2024/03/20/real-estate/nyc-landlords-luring-workers-to-offices-with-fancy-perks/ the spotlight shines on the enticing perks offered by landlords to attract employees back to the office amidst shifting work dynamics. While these perks may seem appealing for large corporations, the landscape for small businesses,

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From Past to Present: Transforming Fallingwater with Sustainable Innovations

September 28, 2023 | David McFadden

This article marks the second in my series that explores renowned historical buildings, speculating on integrating contemporary sustainable materials and energy-efficient measures not initially available during their construction to achieve Platinum LEED Certification. In this installment, we gaze on Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Fallingwater, erected in 1935. David. Introduction Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater is a

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Reimagining Legacy: Philip Johnson’s Glass House Achieves LEED Platinum Excellence

September 21, 2023 | David McFadden

Introduction Philip Johnson’s Glass House is a timeless architectural masterpiece renowned for its minimalist elegance and groundbreaking design. Constructed in 1949, this iconic structure was ahead of its time, yet sustainability and energy efficiency were not focal points in the mid-20th century. In this blog post, we’ll explore modern sustainable materials and energy-efficient measures that

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Critiquing The Line: Unraveling the Mathematical Debate Behind Saudi Arabia’s Unique Megaproject

September 13, 2023 | David McFadden

An article published yesterday in Popular Mechanics titled, Saudi Arabia Is Building an Entire City in a Straight Line. It Makes Zero Sense, subtitled, Basic math says the city should actually be The Circle, not The Line written by Darren Orf makes an interesting mathematical argument but urban planning is so much more – closer