These four houses by Washington, D.C.-based firm BLDUS prioritize materials that are sometimes taken from right outside the front door.
Design specialty
Case study: The Professional Kitchen by Henrybuilt
May 22, 2024
From its roasted walnut timbers to its human-centered functionality, this experiential space prioritizes practical sophistication, design refinement, and craft quality.
Affordable housing
Making homes attainable: How architects can help
August 9, 2024
The U.S. has long had a shortage of affordable housing. How can architects help in the collective effort to make housing attainable to more people?
Materials
Five ways building materials impact society
August 13, 2024
Architects and designers can help improve the health of people and the planet by giving careful thought to how they evaluate building products and finishes.
Affordable housing
Politics and architecture: Advocacy through design
June 17, 2024
Christian Solorio Acuña, AIA, NOMA, combines his design skills and public service to tackle low-income housing. Jordan Kravitz, AIA, from the Young Architects...
Social impact
Affordable haven in San Francisco
February 28, 2024
Casa Adelante provides a haven in San Francisco's Mission District
Affordable housing
Adaptive reuse in Knoxville
February 28, 2024
A second chance for Knoxville's Dogan-Gaither Flats and its residents
Sustainability
A kit of parts: Making bamboo architecture accessible
February 29, 2024
Jack Becker of bldus doesn't want to gatekeep his firm's sustainable practices.
Affordable housing
Public library meets housing in Brooklyn
March 5, 2024
A Mitchell Guirgola-designed structure combines affordable living spaces with the community’s beloved public library.
Materials
Beyond the metal box
September 17, 2024
New pre-engineered metal building material options are expanding design opportunities for architects and their clients. AIA Partner BlueScope Buildings North...
Materials
Window basics: From energy codes and standards to components and construction
October 16, 2024
AIA partner Marvin explores the factors that play into the window selection process.
Materials
Get to know the newest roof in town: Hybrid roof assemblies
November 13, 2024
AIA partner GAF explores hybrid roofs, which combine various roof materials to help meet efficiency, durability, resiliency, and sustainability goals.
Affordable housing
Can co-op development be a housing crisis solution?
November 7, 2024
Architects are taking a lead role in a cooperative housing surge.
Materials
This key home exterior design trend is becoming more popular
April 9, 2024
Architects say low maintenance is a key request among homeowner customers. AIA partner James Hardie explores one siding option that meets that demand.
Materials
White Rock: Striking simplicity & intentional minimalism
November 25, 2024
From a distance, the cubic White Rock cabin is just a small disruption amid the ever-changing colors of the surrounding forest. However, up close its presence...
Building science and technology
From molten rock to modern architecture
December 4, 2024
Made by melting raw materials at over 2600 degrees F, mineral wool is a resilient and non-combustible insulation option for homes and commercial buildings. AIA...
