Studio Journal
Architecture and interior design diaries.
From initial sketches to final touches
Explore our journal, celebrating architecture and interior design. We share our journey, highlighting sustainable practices and design challenges. Whether you’re a client, designer, or design enthusiast, our journal opens the door to architectural and interior design excellence.
How BIM Technology Elevates the Architectural Design Experience
Discover how Ginard Studio uses advanced BIM technology like Revit to deliver faster, more accurate architectural designs, improving client experience and coordination at every stage.
How We Integrate Clash Detection into Our Full Architectural Services
Discover how clash detection in Revit helps us prevent costly errors, streamline construction, and deliver flawless architectural projects for our clients.
How We Help You Make Confident Design Decisions
Discover how Ginard Studio helps homeowners, developers, and investors make confident design decisions through a clear, collaborative, and expert-led architectural process.
From Plans to Reality: The Journey of Designing Your Dream Home
Discover how a full-service architectural firm transforms ideas into reality. Learn the steps to creating your dream home.
How Many Plans Does an Architect Prepare for City Approval of a High-End New Construction Home in Miami?
When embarking on a new construction home project in Miami, one critical step is obtaining city approval for your plans. This process ensures your design complies with local building codes, zoning laws, and other regulations. Architects play a pivotal role in preparing the necessary documents for this approval. Here’s a breakdown of the plans an architect typically prepares to submit to the city of Miami.
Architectural Process: The Pre-Design Phase
Before we start thinking about the building aesthetic or function, the pre-design phase sets the stage for success. This crucial initial step in an architectural project involves comprehensive research, analysis, and understanding of the project's objectives, scope, budget, and site conditions.
Architectural Process in 5 Phases
In the dynamic world of architecture, every awe-inspiring structure begins with a meticulously planned process. From the initial spark of an idea to the final flourish of construction, each phase plays a crucial role in bringing architectural marvels to life. As an architectural firm dedicated to excellence, we guide our clients through every step, ensuring their vision becomes a reality. Let's delve into the five fundamental phases of our architectural process.
Do I Need an Architect for the Design of My Home?
When envisioning your dream home, one of the first questions that may come to mind is, "Do I really need an architect for the design process?" While the idea of hiring an architect may seem daunting, particularly for smaller residential projects, the value they bring to the table is unparalleled. In this article, we'll delve into the reasons why engaging an architect for the design of your home is not only beneficial but essential for creating a space that reflects your vision, meets your needs, and stands the test of time.
Do I need an architect for the Construction Administration of my home?
When embarking on a home construction project, many homeowners grapple with the question: "Do I really need an architect for the construction administration phase?" It's a valid inquiry, considering the array of responsibilities involved in bringing your dream home to life. Let's delve into this topic to understand the pivotal role architects play in the construction administration process and why their expertise is invaluable.
Alex Ginard shares his journey as artist
Before embarking on my architectural journey, I used to draw all the time. When I became an architect, despite the array of advanced software and tools I have in our office enabling us to create stunning renderings, virtual walks, etc, there's something significant on my desk – a 6B graphite pencil. I still use it for crafting quick sketches to share with my team and clients.
Smart Brickell Luxe - Our first building designed for LEED Gold
Smart Brickell Luxe - Delivery great architectural design with responsibility. Although the City of Miami requires us to have LEED Silver Certification for Smart Brickell Luxe, we strive to level this up to GOLD Certification! A big effort made by the whole team (developer, architect and engineers). Cheers!!
