Impact of the US Tariffs 2025
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| Issue 09, April 14th 2025 |
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BUSINESS | FEATURE | DESIGN | EVENTS | THE CAFE (New) |
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| Navigating the US Tariffs: An AEC Perspective |
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The article "As tariffs heat up, the AEC impacts are uncertain" by Kermit Baker, AIA's Chief Economist, published on April 8, 2025, examines the implications of new U.S. tariffs announced on April 2, 2025. For the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry, these tariffs introduce risks such as higher and more volatile construction material costs, supply chain disruptions, and longer lead times, potentially forcing firms to redesign projects when bids exceed budgets, as seen during the pandemic. The broader economic impact remains uncertain. To mitigate risks, architecture firms are advised to closely monitor material imports, their sources, and exposure to tariffs. Read the full article here. |
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| What Architects Need to Know |
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The April 2025 tariff changes have introduced new cost pressures and operational uncertainties throughout the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sector. While the long-term impact remains unclear, early signals point to rising material costs, software pricing volatility, and supply chain disruptions. This early-stage independent analysis outlines what small and budget-conscious architecture firms worldwide should know now—and what they can do to prepare |
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| Anatomy of a Successful Business |
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Small architecture studios are not just scaled-down versions of large firms; they function as unique, agile, focused, and lean businesses. They are adapting to global economic shifts, new construction methods, and digital platforms to redefine design leadership and operational resilience. This post will propose a globally applicable business framework for these studios, drawing on observations and successful examples from Africa, MENA, Southeast Asia, and Latin America, highlighting replicable and relevant aspects of modern practice. |
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| Handicraft center cby La Cabina de la Curiosidad |
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In Ecuador's striking Quilotoa Lagoon, the Shalalá community presents Chaki Wasi, a handicraft center conceived by La Cabina de la Curiosidad and inspired by traditional Andean vernacular architecture. Constructed sustainably with local materials and com |
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| Architect Life, Unfiltered: Just the Buzz About Being an Architect |
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