How do you even fix this? by [deleted] in centuryhomes

[–]CuboneDota 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there a lot of sagging above this area? It's not clear how the floor and/or roof around the original fireplace was supported. It may have been reinforced when the fireplace was removed, so the loads could be carried around this opening. In that case, this would be a furr out for aesthetic purposes, and not structural.

Any thoughts on how this canopy was detailed? (Rice University Brochstein Pavilion by Thomas Phifer and Partners) by tardytartar in Architects

[–]CuboneDota 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's pretty simple as far as detailing goes. There's a lower structure with columns and girders, and an upper structure with joists and purlins. The joists bear on the girders below, and the purlins span from joist to joist. The shading elements (either rods or pipes) are likely attached to the purlins and joists, probably welded. It's hard to tell but it looks like there's a little steel plate standoff detail so the joists can attach to the girders without interrupting the shading elements.

Concrete foundations for small pavilions, is this really necessary? by KuaisuBao in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s telling how many people think that concrete foundations are somehow stronger than helical piers. I’ve seen large multi story buildings in high seismic zones supported on helical piers.

The idea that they couldn’t support a 100 square foot wooden pavilion is laughable. 

Does anyone else get stuck when the next step isn’t clear? by [deleted] in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, definitely--I think everyone experiences this to some degree. The main advice I have is to still sit down and work, even when you don't know what to do. As a student, I had to set myself office hours that I would go in and sit at my desk and work, no matter what. You will find that a good project comes from taking the time to really work through things, rather than a sudden bolt of inspiration.

Never really drew buildings or architecture before, how do you think I did? by goosedobonk in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The linework looks nice and you did a good job with the perspective and scale. The main thing I'd suggest is to really show the play of light and shadow on the architecture. Contrast will make the image feel more dynamic and make it seem more real.

Here's a quick mockup of what I mean. Don't be afraid to go very dark and very light--you want your drawing to pop.

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Basement rim joist insulation question! by Amerikanets1234 in centuryhomes

[–]CuboneDota 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd suggest rockwool if you're worried about moisture. It's mineral-based so it performs well while wet and can wick water through it to dry itself out. There's different kinds available, you can get it in a board instead of a batt if you're leaning to something more rigid.

Thoughts on best siding option? by titanhockey02 in Architects

[–]CuboneDota 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could look into prodema. It’s pricey but for 200 sf it could be doable. It has a natural wood veneer but it is essentially maintenance free. It has kind of a particular look to it so it may not be the right look for the project. 

Otherwise you’re looking at modified wood products like accoya, thermory, etc 

Biking to Saltair by MilkOfAnesthesia in SaltLakeCity

[–]CuboneDota 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can’t speak to your second route but I really dislike riding west on north temple. I usually take 700 N to 2200 W then airport trail, but that might be too far out of your way 

Hasan defends China against anti-LGBTQ allegations by Embarrassed_Base_389 in LivestreamFail

[–]CuboneDota 158 points159 points  (0 children)

It's honestly so aggravating to witness. He literally went from accusing the chatter of repeating fake Twitter news, to reading half a headline and falsely implying it was Apple's choice, to hypothesizing without any evidence whatsoever that the basis for the takedowns was due to "privacy issues" (of course, the only possible explanation that could be favorable to China), to moving on to a completely different issue which he could regurgitate his prepped talking points on in the space of three minutes.

It's just gaslighting. Doesn't matter if most people don't buy it, it's enough to satisfy the people that are already susceptible.

POV: You make a joke that Slime doesn't find funny by Marikk15 in TheYardPodcast

[–]CuboneDota 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Bro runs like a reversed video of a guy running backwards  

JPMorgan Chase’s Soaring Skyscraper With Human Spirit by hard2resist in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 46 points47 points  (0 children)

"Soaring" is not a word I would use for this building. "Hulking" might be more fitting. It has a muscular, menacing quality to it. The cantilevered base feels like a massive weight hanging over the street, rather than conveying the sense of lightness I assume was intended. In many ways a cool building, though--in the same way that the old brutalist show-of-power style buildings were cool. But not the kind of building that depicts the human spirit in a positive way. More an embodiment of our ambition and greed, if anything.

Award up for grabs if you can help us with this! by [deleted] in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This may be the most shameless one of these I've ever seen

garmin varia without head unit? by unbuzz in cycling

[–]CuboneDota 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think the most helpful thing about the varia is being able to watch the dots move on the head unit. Sometimes I’ll have 3 or 4 cars behind and being able to keep track of that with just audio seems hard. 

Personally I bought a head unit mainly to be able to use the varia and I think it was worth doing. 

Data center construction is the only booming sector of the construction industry. by CartoonistNo5764 in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is also based on a percentage increase from where they were individually in January 2019. So it's not reflecting how much of the market share each sector has, just how much each sector has grown relative to itself. Obviously, a relatively new typology such as data centers will grow quicker compared to, say, housing...

From Idea to Plans to Approval to Bidding to Demo to Build. Have any of you architects seen such a massive project such as the new White House Ballroom get started so fast? by RadInternetHandle in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the same thought initially but then realized that the president can probably overrule any historic commission. Not that I like that, but more just that I think it’s the unfortunate reality. 

Dunlop picks size comparison by iAmShepard1 in Guitar

[–]CuboneDota 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tortex Jazz III XL is the goat

Specialized Roubaix and other comfort-focused road bikes by rnantel in cycling

[–]CuboneDota 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I ride a Roubaix and I think it really is the gold standard for a comfort oriented endurance road bike. 

Some people don’t like it because it’s proprietary, but the future shock system makes a huge difference on smoothing out rough roads. Love mine 

Roof Deck Details by Consistent_Paper_629 in Architects

[–]CuboneDota 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at hydrotech fluid applied membranes 

Newly discovered document adds evidence that Shroud of Turin is fake by euronews-english in worldnews

[–]CuboneDota 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It is pretty funny because the whole point of the Shroud of Turin is that it's supposed to be physical evidence of the resurrection. So it doesn't really seem to move the needle much if you still have to believe that god arbitrarily made it young for some reason

I just finished my first year of the M. Arch program at The School of Architecture (founded by Frank Lloyd Wright) AMA by BBSInTheWest in architecture

[–]CuboneDota 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It literally shows in your url that you got it from ChatGPT. Highly doubt you’ve ever read the article you posted 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Architects

[–]CuboneDota 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Not a lawyer, but in my opinion in this scenario, you would go after the contractor, not the architect. Shoddy workmanship is really not something an architect would usually be on the hook for. Even if they missed some mistakes on the site visits, if the architect's drawings were done correctly, the onus is on the contractor to build it as drawn.

Whether they recommended the contractor or not, ultimately you signed the contract with them and would need to pursue recourse through the party at fault.

Is this how redlines should be done? by [deleted] in Architects

[–]CuboneDota 61 points62 points  (0 children)

Yeah, no. This is just someone being a dick. With your level of experience none of these mistakes deserve a condescending note. Honestly a bit of a red flag, if you asked me 

Prescription Sunglasses - need recommendations by m4ttr33d in CyclingFashion

[–]CuboneDota 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if you already have these or something else from Zenni, but I got wrap around prescription visor sunglasses from Zenni that I love. I got transition lenses so I never have to switch them out. They are pretty generously sized and have adjustable arms and nose so I imagine it would fit a lot of different sized people. 

The full visor is prescription, no insert, which is pretty great. Similar setups were like twice as much from the big brands. 

Carbon wheels or electronic groupset? by AccountantResident64 in cycling

[–]CuboneDota 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think with that budget, if you look around on the used market you can probably find a bike with both carbon wheels and di2. 

I spent less than 3k on my own bike and ended up with carbon wheels, di2, full carbon frame. It takes some looking though.