Like a new suit to the Men in Black, the only plotting configuration you'll ever need - PDF.

Portable Document Format is not only the most dependable plotting format but will assist you in archiving and backing up your work, saving money for you and your clients. And it's just about free*. .

rats! rats! rats!

You'd think after 'the risks of lead poisoning' I would stay away from creepy subjects? I'll try keep it fun and upbeat. But in fact this is panning out to be a banner year for rats. There's a fair chance one of your clients could be hit.

Wouldn't it be nice to give them some hope and information, like some Crazy Fun Rat Facts?

lead abatement in residential remodeling

What is your responsibility as a designer for lead contamination abatement in remodeling? What if your client decides to do their own construction? Which requirements apply, state or federal? It's a good idea to get familiar with the rules, so you can advise your clients, protect yourself, and understand what is required of the contractor.

may 27, 2011

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ten easy fixes for common Acad problems

Can you even count the hours you've spent on huge finish schedules, endless sheets of elevations, putting together fancypants presentations? You should be the expert, right? Yet there you are at 1:35 AM struggling to plot a simple layout on 8.5 x 11. How could this happen!!!Here are some tricks to solve Cad problems common to big minds in small offices