Designers are expensive. My project is small and I am planning to do part of work myself. My contractor said he had done many similar projects and would help me with selecting products materials. The truth is you can’t afford not having a designer. Designers are more than having fancy styles and good taste andContinue reading “[Ask Michelle] I can’t Afford a Designer!”
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[Ask Michelle] Do I Need a Licensed Architect for My Remodeling Project?
In the State of California, not all building projects need to be designed by a licensed architect. According to the chart posted on California Architects Board‘s website, unlicensed persons may design the following: Single-family dwelling of woodframe construction not more than two stories and basement in height. Multiple dwellings containing not more than four dwelling units ofContinue reading “[Ask Michelle] Do I Need a Licensed Architect for My Remodeling Project?”
‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’
Over the weekend, I happened to watch ‘Tsou LA’, a local Mandarin TV program, introducing the exhibit ‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)‘ at Chinese American Museum. I was surprised to find some major landmarks such as LAX were designed by Chinese American Architects. One of four architects was aContinue reading “‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’”
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