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The Art of Architecture131 Stories

What Is Organic Architecture, Anyway?
The Art of ArchitectureWhat Is Organic Architecture, Anyway?
By Andrew Boyne
Practitioners of organic architecture seek to connect houses more closely with their natural surroundings. Here's how they do it
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How to Make Your House Feel at Home Where It Is
The Art of ArchitectureHow to Make Your House Feel at Home Where It Is
By Rebecca Naughtin
Take cues from nature for placement, materials, shapes and patterns, for a house that sits well in its surroundings
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Materials Workshop: Channel Glass Finds Its Groove in Homes
The Art of ArchitectureMaterials Workshop: Channel Glass Finds Its Groove in Homes
By Eric Reinholdt
The commerical world already knew its benefits. Now channel glass is bringing diffused daylight, privacy and more to residences
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Finding the Perfect Home for a New House
The Art of ArchitectureFinding the Perfect Home for a New House
By Falon Mihalic
Sun, soil, water, topography and more offer important cues to siting your house on the land
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Design Workshop: Put Industrial Mesh to Work Around the Home
The Art of ArchitectureDesign Workshop: Put Industrial Mesh to Work Around the Home
By Eric Reinholdt
From open gratings to fine weaves, commercial metal mesh is a durable and beautiful choice for residences too
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Design Workshop: 9 Ways to Open a House to the Outdoors
ArchitectureDesign Workshop: 9 Ways to Open a House to the Outdoors
By Eric Reinholdt
Explore some of the best ideas in indoor-outdoor living — and how to make the transitions work for both home and landscape
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4 Homes With Major Storage That Looks Great
The Art of Architecture4 Homes With Major Storage That Looks Great
By Annie Thornton
Wish you had more room for your stuff? Get ideas from these inspiring built-in storage designs
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Design Workshop: The ‘Disappearing’ Guardrail
The Art of ArchitectureDesign Workshop: The ‘Disappearing’ Guardrail
By Eric Reinholdt
Putting the focus on the view instead of the rail on a porch or balcony is sometimes clearly the best option
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Design Practice: How to Pick the Right Drawing Software
Design PracticeDesign Practice: How to Pick the Right Drawing Software
By Eric Reinholdt
Learn about 2D and 3D drawing tools, including pros, cons and pricing — and what to do if you’re on the fence
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Design Workshop: Windows to the Sky
WindowsDesign Workshop: Windows to the Sky
By Eric Reinholdt
Bring in sunlight and stars with an architectural approach to skylights
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Architecture and the Art of the Wall
ArchitectureArchitecture and the Art of the Wall
By John Hill
See how common building materials can become uncommonly beautiful displays of color, pattern, texture and light
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