13 May 2013
How can a simple looking trellis actually be so complicated? When it’s done right, even the most complicated of problems looks simple but don’t be fooled – a lot of time, energy, and creative problem solving went into the design of this steel trellis.
1 Apr 2013
The weather is finally starting to warm up and progress on the Cottonwood Modern house appropriately enough seems ready for Spring.
4 Mar 2013
Progress is coming along on the Cottonwood modern residence – today we take a look at the cantilevered rooms and the stone work on the pavilion.
14 Jan 2013
Progress is coming along on the Cottonwood modern residence – today we take a look at the structural pool, mahogany soffits, and a few other items of interest.
8 Oct 2012
The Cottonwood Modern house is coming along very well. Today I take a look at some of the interesting framing techniques and conditions, along with an opportunity that presented itself.
13 Aug 2012
One of the most useful exercises that any young architect can partake in is to visit construction sites as often as possible. It is one thing to sit in an office all day designing and drafting up construction details and another thing altogether to spend time on a job site seeing how things actually get built.
30 Jul 2012
If you are an architect, sketching, math and drafting are just part of the process. Sure, they don’t sound very sexy but if you want to get something that looks really great, it’s going to take time …
11 Jun 2012
Modern stairs are governed by million rules and regulations – designing one that looks simple is anything but simple.
3 May 2012
My next big modern project starts off with a problem right in the very beginning. Not only does it delay the project, it has a hefty price tag …
2 Apr 2012
This is the subject for today – a modern trellis, although more accurately described as a brise-soleil … a permanent vertical or horizontal sun shading device.
If it’s wrong, Bob probably did it … 
It’s Never Easy to Say Goodbye 
Big or Small? What’s the right sized firm for you 
Cottonwood Modern – Steel Trellis 
You say “Crafty”, I say “Handy” 
Architectural Portfolio’s and Their True Purpose 
You know it’s me right? 
The Winners – 2013 Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition 
What does an Architect do? 
The Finalists – 2013 Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition 
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