Whether a room or space has low, typical-height or extra-high ceilings, a number of design tricks can help to maximize a space’s height. Height adds a lot to a room — it can make a space feel more open as well as add a sense of spaciousness. Looking for tips? Here are some top designer hacks.
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1. Add mirrors. Mirrors hung vertically or in a series can add
Typically a team-based, hands-on experience, Drexel Engineering Senior Design, like many University-based experiences, pivoted quickly in light of the in-person closures due to COVID-19. Groups performing experiments, characterization, and building prototypes for their capstone projects were suddenly left with a new engineering challenge to figure out—how to complete and present their final projects without access to the typical on-campus resources.
Faculty and students alike have been resilient and resourceful in adapting to a new platform for students
Top designs from graduating Architecture students recognized in annual Super Jury
Despite the impact of COVID-19, the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design held its annual BArch Graduation Super Jury this spring semester featuring the top work of its graduating students in the Undergraduate Architecture program. Faculty selected 10 out of 73 graduates to participate in the Super Jury (this year, known as the “Super Zoomy Jury”) based on their design excellence.
The esteemed panel of jurors consisted of Catherine Callaway (Kirksey), Judith De Jong (University of Illinois), Juan Pablo Fuentes (Planner NYC, Harvard GSD
For 70 years the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut has held a Student Home Design contest as part of the Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show. Starting in 1948, the Student Home Design Competition allows students from all Connecticut high schools the opportunity to demonstrate their creative and technical skills and to be recognized for their talents. Additionally, they are provided with the opportunity to win scholarships and awards.
The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut sponsors the Student Home Design Competition for students in grades 10 – 12 that are enrolled in design or drafting
