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The article discusses findings from the 2014 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Firm Survey Report, which sought to determine how architecture firms dealt with the Great Recession that began in the U.S. in 2008. Topics discussed include the employment of women and minority architects, the amount of international work completed by U.S. firms, and the use of the stipulated-sum, or fixed-fee, payment system.

The article presents a survey about architects that emerged in the 1970 architectural boom in Japan. It is stated that the architectural development in 1970's was aided by a run-away building growth, increasing public interest in architecture and a growing international approach that accepts foreign architects as well as overseas commissions for Japanese designers. However, language, legal systems, cross-cultural misunderstanding and conflicts still present as growth barriers.

The article focuses on the use of Internet by architects in the U.S. in managing foreign projects. The design team of Boccard Suddell chose to communicate with the owner of the bistro to be renovated in the Dominican Republic through the Internet due to time pressures. It mentions price as one of the advantage of communicating through Internet. It presents the opinion of Backen Arrigoni & Ross (BA&R) vice president John Lee on videoconferencing.

This article focuses on the international practice of architects from the U.S. It discusses the increase in interest in international practice, the benefits of international practice to architects, the importance for architects to learn the building codes and laws in other countries, and the release of the "AIA Global Practice Primer," by the American Institute of Architects.

The article profiles the MAD Chinese architectural firm founded by Ma Yansong, focusing on its international work and work in China. The firm is based in Beijing, China and includes architect Dang Qun. The article profiles projects by MAD including the China Wood Sculpture Museum in Harbin, China and the Absolute Towers in Mississauga, Canada.

The article offers analysis on the 2012 AJ100 rankings of the top architectural firms in Great Britain. The author discusses the employment of architects, suggesting that the top-ranked Foster + Partners firm increased its employment in 2012. The author describes decreases in architectural fee income and salaries for architects. Other topics addressed include firms' responses to poor economic conditions and overseas work for British firms. Also presented are charts related to the AJ100 rankings.

Recommends strategies for architects to enhance their cultural sensitivity in practicing the profession for international clients. Case example of cultural sensitivity's importance to Islamic architecture; Need for architects to consult foreign clients on matters of cultural importance in architectural projects.

Profiles architect Richard Meier, commissioned by the Vatican to build the Church for the Year 2000 in Tre Torre Treste, a working-class area of Rome, Italy. His fame for the Getty Center art complex in Los Angeles, California; Meier's book `Building the Getty' and public criticism of Robert Irwin; Comments from Stephen Rountree and others, critical of Meier's need for control; The spector of architect Frank Gehry; Gehry's projects, including the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum in Spain.

The article discusses the impact of internationalization in altering the world's regional and vernacular architecture. This phenomenon influences everyday architectural practice and the quality of world culture, such that the Architectural League of New York is already aware of this and are already alarmed of the situation. Mary McLeod, associate professor of architecture at Columbia University, noted that the construction industry has become internationalized and that historic preservation is still important.

The article presents a reflection on the fact that the number of foreign architects achieving important architectural projects in France is increasing compared to French architects. The author argues that French architects also win many competitions and projects abroad. The question of whether quotas of French architects should be imposed in contests is addressed. Architects Norman Foster, Kengo Kuma and Dominique Perrault are mentioned.

The article presents questions and answers relate to architecture including the effect of a husband and wife team on the success of architectural practice, how to develop an architectural career internationally, and issue on a practice's trust to its employees.

The article focuses on the insights of Woods Bagot director Rodger Dalling on the need for operational changes in the Australian architectural practices in relation to demands for skills from international markets. Australian architecture needs to develop the quality of its skills base for the creation of centers of excellence. Architectural firms need to restructure to offer international exposure.

The article discusses various reports published within the issue, including one by Hiroshi Watanabe on the 1970's architecture of Japan, another by Charlotte Ellis on the architectural programs of France and by John Macsai on a group of young architects from Miskolc, Hungary.

The article discusses Chinese architect Ieoh Ming (I.M.) Pei, who won the 1983 Pritzker Prize. The author suggests that Pei is the first non-Western architect to be a global architect and traces Pei's childhood move from China to the U.S. The author focuses on buildings including the renovation of the 1980s Cour Napoléon at the Louvre museum in France, the East Wing of the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., and the 1982 Fragrant Hills Hotel in China.

The article discusses British architects seeking work in China despite economic instability affecting the construction industry. The author suggests that British firms such as BDP (Building Design Partnership) and Zaha Hadid Architects are setting up offices in China and that international firms are more likely to be selected for office and leisure buildings. The article offers comments from architects including Simon Yu, David Cash, and David Roberts.

The article discusses concerns from British architects working in the eurozone region due to poor economic conditions and the threat that Greece will cease using the euro currency. The article discusses how the construction industry has been affected by the 2000s-2010s economic crisis in Europe, including a drop in output in 2011. Specific topics addressed include the importance of finding reliable clients and the possibility that work in London, England will increase as work in Europe decreases.

The article traces the career of Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. Topics addressed include the ageing of Aalto's buildings, his work in Finland and his international work, and his essay "Archittetura e arte concreta," and his collaboration with other architects such as Aino Marsio-Aalto. Buildings discussed include the 1940s Baker House Dormitory, the 1950s Jyväskylä University Campus, and the Villa Mairea.

The article announces that the Aukett Fitzroy Robinson firm won the 2012 AJ100 International Practice of the Year Award due to their overseas work compared to other AJ100 top-ranked architectural firms in Great Britain, while the Paul Davis + Partners firm was also highly commended.

The article discusses a trade mission sponsored by the UKTI (UK Trade and Investment) government department taking seven British architectural firms to talk to clients and architects in Shenzhen, China. The mission was sponsored by Barry Nicholson of the UKTI to promote opportunities for British architects in China. Specific topics include fast turnaround of construction in China, the advantage of knowledge of sustainability for British architects, and opportunities in the luxury retail sector.

The article examines the state of architectural practice in the U.S. in its international context. The continuing cultural divide between the U.S. and Europe is a focus of discussion among London, England-based U.S. practice directors. It notes that the ethos of client-oriented service in American architecture is said to be strong.

The article looks at the efforts of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to support RIBA members working internationally. The construction industry in Asia, South America, and the Middle East is discussed. According to the author, RIBA aims to facilitate British practices' access to international work and to work with international organisations to develop standards on such issues as sustainability and procurement. Architecture prizes and RIBA's international chapters are discussed.

The article focuses on the success of British architects internationally. The article discusses difficulties that face British architects such as competition from other professions like contractors and consultants, several British architects who have found worldwide success, and the growing amount of architecture being built in Asia. The article also mentions such architectural organizations as the Royal Institute of British Architects and the Architecture Foundation.

The article announces that the Aedas architectural firm laid off its interiors director Ralph Courtenay at its London, England office, while the firm added an office in Seattle, Washington to their network of offices.

The article discusses the launch of the AR ("Architectural Review") Global Architecture Graduate Awards for architecture students working on projects related to the globalised future of architectural production.

The article presents reprints of articles from "RIBA Journal" and "The Architect." A July 1912 article by T. Raffles Davison in "RIBA Journal" discusses the design of Trafalgar Square in London, England. An August 1962 article by Colin Buchanan in "RIBA Journal" discusses how cars will affect traditional towns. A July 1987 article by Godfrey Golzen in "The Architect" discusses American architectural firms in Great Britain.

The article discusses the importance of international work for architects and describes related initiatives, including the 2003-2010 Architects for Change "DiverseCity" exhibition, a cultural exchange program for women architects, and a March 2012 sustainability conference in Vietnam.

The author suggests that British architectural firms working in the European Union (EU) should take precautions against the possibility that the euro will decrease in value if Greece discontinues use of the currency. The author describes poor economic conditions in eurozone countries and suggests that architects owed fees in euros would suffer if the euro decreased in value. She suggests that firms quote fees in pounds sterling or American dollars rather than euros.

The article discusses a 2012 increase in overseas income for the top 100 architectural firms in Great Britain. The author describes a decrease in the number of overseas architects employed by British architectural firms, suggesting that firms are managing international architectural projects from their British offices rather than opening offices overseas. Comments from recruiter Lindsay Urquhart are presented which suggest that firms are looking to hire architects with foreign language skills.

The article presents reprints from architectural journals. A reprint of a May 1987 article by Godfrey Golzen in "The Architect" discusses architect John McAslan's relationship with the press. A reprint of the May 1962 article "New Homes for the Old" by Clifford Culpin in "RIBA Journal" discusses housing for the elderly. A reprint of a May 1912 article from "RIBA Journal" offers comments from George Hubbard, A.W.S. Cross, and R. Goulburn Lovell on foreign architects working in Great Britain.

A personal narrative from architect Torquil McIntosh of the Sybarite firm is presented which explores topics including the firm's work designing a store for the Marni retail company in Beijing, China, working in Russia and the Middle East, and aspiring to work in the Chinese market.

A personal narrative from architect Dexter Moren of the Dexter Moren Associates firm is presented which explores topics including the firm's work on hotels in London, England, the firm's work in China, and the firm's global aspirations seeking work in Hong Kong, China and Libya.

The article offers advice for British architects seeking work abroad, focusing on professional indemnity (PI) coverage. The author describes differences in the working of PI contracts in Great Britain and other countries and describes specific insurance requirements for various countries, including the requirement of a 10-year policy in France. The author suggests that is it best for architects to extend coverage of their British policies rather than finding local insurance.

The article discusses the effects of poor economic conditions in the construction industry on architectural firms in Great Britain, leading to cost-cutting measures fewer projects, and government cuts to public building. The author suggests that firms will benefit from public projects such as housing and transport schemes and describes the success of British architects working abroad.

The article reports that the Japanese architectural exhibition IE=Home won the Silver Pigeon jury prize at the International Architectural Showcase which was held as part of the 2010 London Festival of Architecture in London, England.

The article offers information about the Dedalo Minosse International Prize in the U.S. which acknowledge the relationships of client and architect in the creation of outstanding architecture. It is stated that the competition choose a complete architectural works that are judged to be the top examples of good practice of contemporary architecture and beneficial collaboration between the architect and the client. Deadline for submission of entries for the Dedalo Minosse International Prize is on January 31, 2008. Moreover, it is noted that the touring exhibition of the award-winning entries will feature a new section entirely dedicated to videos of architecture.

Reports that Richard Rogers Partnership has beaten a raft of international practices to make it onto the five-strong shortlist for regeneration project in Sydney, Australia.