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New York City's skinniest (and most hated) building
September 30, 202515 min read
Controversial Constructions

New York City's skinniest (and most hated) building

New Yorkers discovered that one of their city's most cherished views had vanished seeminlgy overnight. The Empire State Building, visible from Madison Square Park for nearly a century, now cowered behind 262 Fifth Avenue.

By Khalil Shanti
Understanding Zoning Variances: A Complete Guide
September 10, 20258 min read
Code Curious

Understanding Zoning Variances: A Complete Guide

Learn what zoning variances are, how they're granted in different cities, and why they're crucial for property development and architectural projects.

By Khalil Shanti
When Buildings Become Death Rays
September 4, 202512 min read
Development Disasters

When Buildings Become Death Rays

Two infamous skyscrapers transformed sunlight into weapons, melting cars and burning people - revealing how architectural ambition can accidentally harness the destructive power of focused solar energy.

By Khalil Shanti
New York City's Most Outdated Building Code?
August 25, 20257 min read
Code Curious

New York City's Most Outdated Building Code?

Why wooden water tanks dot every NYC building over 6 stories tall - a 140-year-old building code that has remained unchanged since the 1880s.

By Khalil Shanti
The Leaning Tower of... NYC?
August 19, 20258 min read
Development Disasters

The Leaning Tower of... NYC?

How inadequate research and corner-cutting in construction led to the catastrophic failure of 161 Maiden Lane - a masterclass in the critical importance of thorough project research.

By Khalil Shanti
Field Notes #2
Designing Smarter Multifamily Housing with AI-Powered Pre-Design Research
July 18, 20256 min read
AI & Architecture

Designing Smarter Multifamily Housing with AI-Powered Pre-Design Research

How AI-powered research tools can help architects navigate multifamily housing constraints and find opportunities within zoning regulations.

By Ira Concepcion
Rethinking Design Education: Why AI Belongs in the Architecture Curriculum
July 1, 20258 min read
AI & Architecture

Rethinking Design Education: Why AI Belongs in the Architecture Curriculum

Observations and conversations on AI in architecture education. Exploring how AI can strengthen architectural pedagogy through context, iteration, and research integration.

By Ira Concepcion
Field Notes #1
Untangling a Complex Zoning Site with AI
May 8, 20255 min read
AI & Architecture

Untangling a Complex Zoning Site with AI

Observations and Conversations on AI in Architecture. First in a series of reflections on how our tools are changing.

By Ira Concepcion
The 2025 Architecture AI Toolkit
May 1, 20256 min read
AI & Architecture

The 2025 Architecture AI Toolkit

Discover the most promising Applied AI tools for architects that can enhance workflows and free up time for design.

By Khalil Shanti & Ira Concepcion
AI In Architecture / Engineering / Construction: Why Now?
January 29, 20256 min read
AI & Architecture

AI In Architecture / Engineering / Construction: Why Now?

Explore why the convergence of AI capabilities and industry needs makes this the perfect moment for AI transformation in AEC.

By Khalil Shanti
Understanding Zoning Regulations with AI
January 17, 20255 min read
AI & Architecture

Understanding Zoning Regulations with AI

Learn how AI can help architects navigate complex zoning requirements.

By Ira Concepcion

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