Recently, the California Court of Appeals in Simmons v. Ehm Architecture, Inc., No. D080702, 2023 WL 8888228 (Cal. App. 4th Dist. Dec, 26, 2023) (unpublished), held that an owner giving his ...

If you create or use architectural plans, understanding how copyright law works is critical. Home-plans are reused far more often than many assume. Builders may reuse design drawings without approval.

Architectural design has always been a balance between creativity, technical precision, and efficiency. However, traditional planning methods often involve time-consuming revisions, manual drafting, ...

Imagine you’re a visionary city leader eager to deliver the new fire station your community needs. In 2024, you secure approval for a $20 million project, aiming to break ground by 2029. But have you ...

An architect detailed building plans for a new Newton senior center after the Newton Historical Commission voted last month to not landmark the current facility following community debate over its ...