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Architectural essays, project notes, research, material observations, and built-environment reflections from INJ Architects. The blog brings together design thinking, construction knowledge, and selected studies from the office’s wider architectural practice.
The Saudi Building Code and its relationship to architectural design
Since the first day the news emerged about the adoption of the Saudi Building Code for application within residential buildings, many inquiries spread among…
Inside the Mind of an Architect
Architects are very creative, inspiring, intelligent, and at times curious; nobody can ever know what is inside their minds unless they are one of…
Sun and architecture: Will the Sun Affect the Architectural Design & Design Method?
An architect considers all the natural systems and the environmental aspects while designing and planning the buildings and spaces. The Sun and architecture play…
Five Factors Leading to Change in Architecture
Architecture is an industry that has improved a lot over the years; due to all the inventions, and developments our world is currently witnessing.…
How to Design a Double Height Living Room
Luxury is not just the feeling one experiences through various products, furniture and other items. But it can be a visual experience as well.…
How Does a Mood-Board Design Become an Influencer in Architectural Design?
Ask any designer or architect about their designing phase, a word of mood board will surely come up. No, we are not pointing to…
Design of palaces and luxury residential buildings
Here we will share our experiences in designing luxury mansions and apartment buildings, whether it is grouped or compact residential villas for a family…
Sustainable Architecture
Sustainable Architecture More and more every day, we see more sustainable buildings designed by architects. Even though cost has always been a top consideration…
Technology and Architecture
Technology has a major role in shaping our society nowadays. It is affecting our thoughts, surroundings, attitudes, and all other aspects of human life,…
Architectural Design for Museums: 5 Important Steps to Follow
The architecture of a museum refers to the designing art or building a particular space used for specific characteristics, more specifically for the functions…
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