Finding inspiration when designing a home on a narrow urban lot can be challenging. Fortunately, we have a resource that might spark fresh ideas and guide your creative process.The Craftsman bungalow was arguably the first of the bungalow architectural styles to emerge in America.Soon, new variations of bungalows emerged across the country, each showcasing its unique style and defining features.Chicago, a Midwestern city characterized by its narrow lots, is home to a remarkable architectural...
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Hello Reader, Exciting news! We’re adding more webinars to our lineup—twice the content, twice the CEs, and still at no additional cost! In addition to the Tuesday at 2:00 webinar, we’re introducing a new Thursday at 3:00 edition as part of our "Residential Design Webinar Series." Don’t wait—April is filling up fast with valuable content! Remember—If you cannot attend, we'll send you a link to the recording as soon as it's finished. Tuesday, April 8 - 2:00 pm ET How to Collect and Share...
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April 07, 2025, Edition Ignite your mind and improve the way you are #CreatingWherePeopleLive The Monday Minute Weekly Newsletter is created by and for those designing homes in North America. Its editorial staff is the American Institute of Building Design, Inc., the premier association of residential design professionals. Here's what you get: The Monday Minute Video Industry News Announcements Events & Training Recent Committee Activities Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free...
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Hello Reader, We are thrilled to announce Atlas Roofing as the newest Corporate Partner of the American Institute of Building Design (AIBD). Atlas Roofing is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high-performance building materials, including its exceptional EnergyShield product line. Atlas EnergyShield products offer superior continuous insulation solutions for residential and commercial applications. These polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation boards provide excellent thermal efficiency and...
7 days ago • 1 min read
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Hello Reader, Photography is a crucial aspect of showcasing your services, and capturing the essence of a bathroom, especially half-baths, can be quite challenging. Mastering the art of bathroom photography can significantly enhance your photos and attract potential clients. Here are some valuable tips to help you improve your half and full-bath shots: When photographing a half-bath, focus more on the sink and mirror rather than the toilet, ensuring the lid is closed if it's in the frame....
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The American Institute of Building Design thrives on the guidance and dedication of our Board of Directors, a team committed to steering our mission forward.Board Nominations for 2025/2026:The Nominating Committee is beginning to prepare a slate of candidates for the upcoming term (August 2025 - August 2026), recognizing both incumbents and new positions available for passionate members eager to make a difference.How to Nominate:We invite you to step forward or nominate a fellow member who...
10 days ago • 1 min read
March 31, 2025, Edition Ignite your mind and improve the way you are #CreatingWherePeopleLive The Monday Minute Weekly Newsletter is created by and for those designing homes in North America. Its editorial staff is the American Institute of Building Design, Inc., the premier association of residential design professionals. Here's what you get: The Monday Minute Video Industry News Announcements Events & Training Recent Committee Activities Amazing sponsors who help keep this newsletter free...
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Hello Reader, Introducing, twice the content, twice the CEs, no additional cost! The Tuesday at 2:00 webinar has been joined by the Thursday at 3:00 edition. Creating our new "Residential Design Webinar Series." We'll soon be creating a new webpage. For now, you can find all of these events at AIBD.org/Tuesday-at-2. As you can see, April is almost full of content. Tuesday, April 1 Tuesday at 2:00 - Chief Architect & Remodeling (1.0 P3-CE) There are countless ways to use just about any...
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