We propose a method to estimate the capitalized value of the architectural design quality of a neighbourhood. Our economic design premium is identified by spatially differentiating property prices and design quality within neighbourhoods and comparing the differences across neighbourhoods. We...

My site is located in Spain, Madrid on a corner lot of Calle Mayor st. The majority of the surrounding buildings are retail stores on the ground floor with apartments situated on top.My design proposal focuses on motorcycle hire and purchase, the supply of motorcycle goods as well as hospitality...

Decisions concerning design are increasingly being made on economic grounds. This paper explores links between Economics and design. It examines the implications for evaluating design using the micro-macro economics distinction that exists in economics. The paper suggests the need for adopting...

Large software conglomerates like Trimble and Autodesk provide consumers with suites of software that perform many functions within the design and construction process. Communicating with software outside of the suite can be highly problematic as file types and communication protocols are...