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RIBA vs CIAT: Understanding the Difference

Choosing the right professional for your building project is a critical first step in bringing your vision to life. However, with a range of professional qualifications to consider, you might wonder, “What is the difference between RIBA architects and CIAT architectural technologists, and which is best suited for my project?”

How Much Does It Cost to Build a House?

Building your dream home is one of the most exciting and ambitious projects you can undertake. However, for many, the question, “How much will it cost?” feels like a step into the unknown. Unfortunately, as the adage goes, answering this question is a bit like asking, “How long is a piece of string?”

What Is An Architectural Technologist?

What comes to mind when you think of someone designing buildings? Someone sketching grand designs and overseeing construction, right? Right… Kind of.
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Technology in Architectural Design

When many people think about an architect at work, they imagine graph paper, pencils, and scribbled dimensions. Back in the day, this was the way to design, and created some of the most advanced buildings and structures the world had ever seen.   
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Sustainable Residential Architecture: How We Design Eco-Friendly Homes

Discover sustainable residential architecture with Alston and Donnelly. Explore innovative designs that harmonize with nature while enhancing modern living.
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What is a Cleanroom?

Discover the essentials of cleanrooms with Alston and Donnelly. Learn about their importance, applications, and standards in maintaining contamination control.
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Red Rose Finalists!

Thrilled to be Red Rose Finalists 2024!
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About Us

An introduction to A+D
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The Sales Lady

A podcast with Helen Tebay of the Sales Lady

An Interview with an Architect

‘An Interview with an Architect’ Podcast with Nick Brown
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Award Winners!

We have been voted ‘Most Client Focused Architecture Firm 2023’
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Modern Methods of Construction

An innovative clay block building system for monolithic wall construction