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5 Key Factors Architects Must Consider When Designing for Hurricanes
AD&V® 5/2/25 AD&V® 5/2/25

5 Key Factors Architects Must Consider When Designing for Hurricanes

Architects must prioritize structural integrity, as well as long-term environmental responsibility and community resilience. Take a look at five key factors architects should consider when designing in hurricane zones.

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5 Ways to Live & Work More Sustainably
Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 4/21/25 Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 4/21/25

5 Ways to Live & Work More Sustainably

From global frameworks to hands-on action, learn how sustainability can be woven into every layer of our work and lives.

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5 Proven Strategies to Attract & Keep the Right Clients
Thought Leadership AD&V® 4/14/25 Thought Leadership AD&V® 4/14/25

5 Proven Strategies to Attract & Keep the Right Clients

Discover 5 strategies that can help you attract aligned partners, build trust, and turn great service into long-term success.

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5 Ways to Build Strong Professional Relationships During Your Internship
Internship Carla Joan 4/8/25 Internship Carla Joan 4/8/25

5 Ways to Build Strong Professional Relationships During Your Internship

Internships are chance to grow your skills and build the professional relationships that can shape your future. Check out these 5 ways to help you build meaningful connections during your internship.

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5 Tips for Successfully Working with Your Spouse
Thought Leadership Cristina Villalón 2/11/25 Thought Leadership Cristina Villalón 2/11/25

5 Tips for Successfully Working with Your Spouse

My husband, Arch. Ricardo Álvarez-Díaz, FAIA, and I have successfully built a thriving architectural and interior design firm and a solid marriage. Here are 5 proven tips when working with your spouse.

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8 Reasons Why the B Corp Movement is More Relevant Than Ever
Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 1/28/25 Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 1/28/25

8 Reasons Why the B Corp Movement is More Relevant Than Ever

The B Corp movement has become a beacon for companies striving to redefine success in business. Here are several reasons why the B Corp movement is more relevant than ever.

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8 Mixed-Use Development Trends Shaping the Future of Urban Living
Mixed-Use & Residential AD&V® 1/22/25 Mixed-Use & Residential AD&V® 1/22/25

8 Mixed-Use Development Trends Shaping the Future of Urban Living

Explore the latest trends shaping mixed-use developments and their impact on urban living.

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10 Ways to Achieve an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Thought Leadership AD&V® 12/17/24 Thought Leadership AD&V® 12/17/24

10 Ways to Achieve an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Learn how adopting an entrepreneurial mindset can transform your professional journey.

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The Hospidential Experience: 5 Ways an Airport Increased My Awareness of the Power of  Design
Thought Leadership, Hospitality & Wellness Cristina Villalón 12/10/24 Thought Leadership, Hospitality & Wellness Cristina Villalón 12/10/24

The Hospidential Experience: 5 Ways an Airport Increased My Awareness of the Power of  Design

Discover how an airport experience inspired Cristina to articulate the immense power of intentional, thoughtful design.

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12 Things We’re Thankful for this Thanksgiving
Office Culture Cristina Villalón 11/26/24 Office Culture Cristina Villalón 11/26/24

12 Things We’re Thankful for this Thanksgiving

2024 has been a year filled with milestones, innovation, and gratitude. Take a look at 12 things we’re thankful for this Thanksgiving.

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8 Ways Green Corridors Help Reduce City Temperatures
Sustainability & Resiliency, Master Planning & Urban Design AD&V® 11/19/24 Sustainability & Resiliency, Master Planning & Urban Design AD&V® 11/19/24

8 Ways Green Corridors Help Reduce City Temperatures

See how green corridors help reduce city temperatures and create healthier urban environments.

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6 Reasons 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Design
Thought Leadership AD&V® 11/11/24 Thought Leadership AD&V® 11/11/24

6 Reasons 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Design

As the world continues to embrace 3D printing, here are several reasons why this innovative technology is shaping the future of design.

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5 Ways the UN is Pushing Us Forward Faster Towards Sustainability
Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 10/24/24 Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 10/24/24

5 Ways the UN is Pushing Us Forward Faster Towards Sustainability

Every October 24th, the world celebrates United Nations Day. See how the UN is driving sustainability efforts at a global scale.

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8 Ways to Design Quality Affordable Housing
Mixed-Use & Residential AD&V® 10/16/24 Mixed-Use & Residential AD&V® 10/16/24

8 Ways to Design Quality Affordable Housing

Learn how architects and developers can create affordable housing that is high-quality, cost-effective, and understands community needs.

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8 Essential Skills for Entry-Level Architecture Roles
Thought Leadership AD&V® 10/8/24 Thought Leadership AD&V® 10/8/24

8 Essential Skills for Entry-Level Architecture Roles

Whether you’re graduating or transitioning into architecture from another discipline, here are the essential skills that will set you on the path to success as an aspiring architect.

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5 Ways Adaptive Reuse Can Transform Communities
Master Planning & Urban Design AD&V® 9/17/24 Master Planning & Urban Design AD&V® 9/17/24

5 Ways Adaptive Reuse Can Transform Communities

Adaptive reuse has emerged as a powerful tool for community transformation. Let's explore how adaptive reuse can revolutionize our communities and create lasting positive change.

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6 Benefits that Virtual Reality Brings to Designers & Clients
Thought Leadership AD&V® 9/10/24 Thought Leadership AD&V® 9/10/24

6 Benefits that Virtual Reality Brings to Designers & Clients

Virtual Reality (VR) is revolutionizing the way architects and interior designers conceptualize and present their projects. Learn the substantial benefits that VR can bring to designers and their clients.

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3 Ways to Design for Community Engagement: AD&V’s Holistic Approach
Design AD&V® 8/26/24 Design AD&V® 8/26/24

3 Ways to Design for Community Engagement: AD&V’s Holistic Approach

At AD&V, we believe that effective community engagement leverages local knowledge, experience, and resources while promoting inclusion, sustainability, and equity. Learn about our approach to designing for community engagement.

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Embracing Sustainability with Puerto Rico's Law 51 of 2022
Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 8/20/24 Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 8/20/24

Embracing Sustainability with Puerto Rico's Law 51 of 2022

Puerto Rico has made a significant leap toward environmental sustainability with the enactment of Law 51 of 2022. As advocates for sustainability, we are excited to share how this law will help you contribute to a cleaner planet.

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8 Solutions for Sustainable School Design
Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 8/13/24 Sustainability & Resiliency AD&V® 8/13/24

8 Solutions for Sustainable School Design

Creating a sustainable school environment is about fostering a culture of responsibility and environmental stewardship among the next generation. Let's explore some practical solutions for sustainable school design that can benefit both the environment and the overall learning experience.

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