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Modern lounge area with curved wood-paneled wall, two black armchairs, and a wooden barrel table near tall windows.
6Oct

Restaurant and Retail Architecture: Designing Spaces That Sell

by Adam Beazley Commercial Architecture, Design Tips

How layout, kitchen flow and code shape whether a restaurant or retail space makes money, from a Louisiana architect who designs them.

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Waitr corporate headquarters interior designed by A Beazley Architecture in Lafayette Louisiana
13Apr

5 Design Principles for Commercial Spaces That Drive Business Success

by Adam Beazley Commercial Architecture, Design Tips

Strong commercial spaces do more than look good. Learn five practical design principles that improve flow, support your brand, and help your business serve people well.

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Pine Street Medical Office Building lobby and reception interior by A Beazley Architecture
6Apr

A Client’s Guide to the Architectural Process: What to Expect from Start to Finish

by Adam Beazley Client Education, Design Tips

A clear architectural process makes a project easier to plan and enjoy. Learn what to expect from the first conversation through design, construction, and completion.

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16Mar

Navigating Project Delivery Methods: Design-Build vs Design-Bid-Build and Beyond

by Adam Beazley Client Education, Design Tips, Project Delivery

Choosing the right project delivery method shapes your budget, schedule, and teamwork. Compare design-build, design-bid-build, and other paths with confidence.

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Grambling State University Library exterior by A Beazley Architecture
23Feb

The Future of Architectural Programming: Trends Shaping Better Buildings

by Adam Beazley Design Tips, Programming & Planning

Architectural programming turns goals into a clear plan for a better building. Explore how thoughtful research and collaboration shape spaces that serve people well.

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9Feb

10 Things to Look for When Selecting an Architect

by Adam Beazley Client Education, Design Tips

The right architect brings clarity, experience, and steady guidance to your project. Use these ten practical questions to find a professional who fits your goals.

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Wide exterior view of the Oak Center Development multi-tenant commercial strip in Lafayette showing contemporary facades and tenant signage by A Beazley Architecture
26Jan

Modern vs Contemporary Architecture: What’s the Difference?

by Adam Beazley Design Tips

Modern and contemporary architecture are related, but they are not the same. Learn the key differences in style, materials, and ideas with clear examples.

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Professional Arts Pharmacy exterior designed by A Beazley Architecture in Lafayette Louisiana
12Jan

What Architects Actually Do: A Guide to the Profession

by Adam Beazley Client Education, Design Tips

Architects do much more than draw plans. Discover how they guide design, solve problems, coordinate teams, and help turn a vision into a successful project.

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