A while back I wrote a post titled "Architectural Interns" where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. Everybody wears … [Read more...]
Being an Architect
I frequently get a lot of the same questions and if you are in a creative field - and a visible member of that field - I'm quite sure you get these same sorts of questions. In an effort to fill the … [Read more...]
You should say ‘Yes’ more often
I know that the title of this post is "You should say 'Yes' more often" ... it sounded really good in my head this afternoon during my 7 hour drive from Chicago into northern Wisconsin, but as I sit … [Read more...]
heard around the architectural studio #016
Leadership ... Augrey: [talking to Blichael] I am about to order the carpet [finger hovering over 'submit' button] Wall-to-wall just like you wanted. Blichael: Wait ... what?! We have … [Read more...]
… because that’s what architects do for fun
I don't have a lot of spare time on my hands ... in fact the last few weeks have been brutal. In a "I'm not complaining" sort of way, I think I'm sort of complaining - but just a little bit. One of … [Read more...]
heard around the architectural studio #015
You gotta do what you gotta do ... Augrey: Aaargh! [hanging up phone] Hey Blob, do you have any "connections" in the underworld? Blob: Maaaaybe ... what do you need? Augrey: I need … [Read more...]
Proof that Architects are not Boring
Architects are not boring people ... they are many things but from where I'm sitting, boring isn't one of their character traits. When filling out the registration form on my Life of an … [Read more...]
Finally, a worthwhile fortune cookie
I don't normally go in for what I find in fortune cookies - let's be honest, they rarely predict anything. I would much rather have a fortune cookie say something like "don't go outside today" or … [Read more...]
Why Architects should Blog
I was asked to be the Master of Ceremonies for the AIA Austin Design Awards ceremony, an event that took place last Thursday evening (May 1st). I immediately agreed when asked because it's a big deal … [Read more...]
I’m No Longer the Golden Boy
Today is my 46th birthday - which in and of itself isn't particularly interesting - but as I am now officially on the downward slide towards the big 5-0 there is a phrase that has been coming to mind … [Read more...]