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Van Gogh Immersive Experience Grand Opening
Over the past three months, DCI was closely involved with the construction of the Van Gogh Immersive Experience and had the pleasure of attending the grand opening. This experience showcased extensive works from Vincent Van Gogh through a digital medium. The experience included 360 degree projections of Van Gogh's artwork, a virtual reality exploration, and hands-on drawing area where you can recreate Van Gogh's most famous pieces.
11 August, 2021Jamaican Parliament – People’s Choice
Voting is now open for the Jamaican Houses of Parliament People’s Choice Award! Vote HOP5 to make our team’s “National Veranda” the People’s Choice. You can vote once per day until February 28th. Vote here: https://www.ourjaparliament.com/contestants/the-national-veranda/ You can also text “HOP5” to (1)8763994774.
31 January, 2019Jamaican Parliament Competition
DCI's joint effort to design the Jamaican Houses of Parliament was selected as one of the top 5 entries to move on to the next stage!
07 January, 2019BBI Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
DCI was on hand to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly completed Bright Beginnings Early Education Center, serving Ward 8 in Southeast, DC.
27 July, 2018Do You Need an Architect?
Congratulations, you have a new project! It doesn’t matter if you’re planning to construct a brand new building, remodel office space or add that dream sun room on to your house, an architect can save you time and money… and make your life easier.
12 February, 2018What Is BIM and How Can It Save Me Money? An Interview with an Architect
You put a lot of time, effort and money into your building project. Mid-way through construction, you are told that a large air duct is planned to go exactly where a large structural beam has already been placed. This is not the kind of news you want to hear.
12 February, 2018To Renovate or Not to Renovate? How an Architect Can Help
Everything changes as we grow older. The home we fell in love with years ago can look humdrum and outdated. Our families grow, our tastes change and we find out about new and exciting design options.
12 January, 2018The Big Issues – What Can Really Go Wrong and the Biggest Lesson Learned – Adventures in Renovating (Part 2)
“Because things go so wrong when you don’t have one” was the answer. The question? “In your opinion, why should someone planning to renovate their home hire an architect?”
12 December, 2017Because Things Go So Wrong When You Don’t Have One – Adventures in Renovating (Part 1)
“Because things go so wrong when you don’t have one” was the answer. The question? “In your opinion, why should someone planning to renovate their home hire an architect?”
12 November, 2017
