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i'm learning about building systems for my architecture licensure exams haha.
it's honestly so fun to make small talk with the construction workers in your neighborhood or the handy man in your building. like "hmm... you installing some control joints huh??" or "soooo.. gearless traction elevators huh.." and although i don't know as much as them it's fun to have a general idea on what's happening !!

@xtina

Apr 15, 2024

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@dave

I used to work in architectural acoustics, my fave part of the job was being on site talking with the folks actually building everything. Learned a lot about reality vs on-paper design which made me a way better designer

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