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The world is getting warmer, creating a higher demand for air conditioning. However, the more air conditioning units running as they are made today, the greater the chance temperatures will continue to rise.
In the realm of pharmaceuticals, a crucial behind-the-scenes player ensures that life-saving medications and vaccines retain their potency: cold storage.
Getting from here to there is typically a pretty boring blend of logistics and practicality, unless you are into that sort of thing. However, as architects and designers, we occasionally have the opportunity to work with urban planners to think about this side of things and find it pretty fascinating.
For years, brands like IKEA and Lego have been ubiquitous on the retail scene in the United States. Recently, global brands like Mango (Spain), Uniqlo (Japan), and Zara (also Spain) have launched large expansion plans with American shoppers in mind.
Maximalism, a “more is more” style of design, is taking over design aesthetics and influence.
Retail real estate has been enjoying its biggest revival in years as a direct reaction to pandemic-related behaviors.
Artist Michael Heizer created “City” three hours north of Las Vegas over the course of five decades. The installation is one of the largest artworks in the world and cost over $40 million in construction and maintenance.
While some buildings are slated for complete transformation through adaptive reuse, others are protected exactly as they are for their historic significance. Every year, the National Trust for Historic Preservation creates a list of “endangered historic places” in the United States. The list has been developed since 1988 to draw attention to places in danger of being torn down or damaged.
When it comes to adaptive reuse, the process of transforming an existing building for a purpose other than what it was built or designed for, motivations can range. Whether the goals are environmentally driven, resource preservation, or maintaining historic value, adaptive reuse has become a solution to some of our modern problems of the built environment.
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Greenville, SC 29601
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Alex joined COR3 Design after completing his Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Clemson University in 2025. During his studies, he developed a strong foundation in construction documentation, detailing, and design technology. He now applies those skills daily to support COR3’s diverse commercial projects.
At COR3, Alex assists in creating and refining construction document sets, managing redlines, and performing due diligence to ensure design accuracy and buildability. He is proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling, contributing both technical precision and creative perspective to each project.
Originally from Greenville, Alex is half-Brazilian and fluent in Portuguese, bringing a cultural awareness and global mindset to his work. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking, woodworking, graphic design, and attending local music and community events. Alex has also been recognized on the Clemson University Dean’s List and volunteers with the KROC Center Architecture Club.