While the two ways of approaching architectural design seem almost identical, there are several subtle differences between the two. These differences mainly come from the way the practice has developed in both regions. The European approach is more complex with multiple moving parts, while the US approach is faster to get off the ground and focuses on efficient construction.

Recent technological advancements along with legislation changes have allowed boutique architecture studios to work remotely on projects that previously only larger firms with more resources could handle. Four key factors that have made remote projects possible are legal transparency, building information modeling, advanced project management tools, and more efficient communication options.

As a designer, my library is my trusty companion - always by my side, ready to support me in my work. To make it easy for me to find the information I need, I've organized my books into three main categories: