Modern Architecture

Cottonwood Modern – Steel Trellis

Cottonwood Modern – Steel Trellis

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.

Masonry Fireplaces – Cottonwood Modern

Masonry Fireplaces – Cottonwood Modern

Today we are taking a look at the Isokern wood burning fireplaces on the Cottonwood Modern residence. There are four all-together and are assembled from a kit of parts and are surprisingly affordable considering how well they work.

2012 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes

2012 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes

This weekend is the 2012 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes and this year, we have a house that is participating on the tour. There are 8 houses altogether, and all of them designed by architects.

Modern Handrail Detail

Modern Handrail Detail

Just what you would expect with a modern handrail … work it down to it’s barest necessities and then make it out of stainless steel

Dallas Science & Nature Museum: Progress

Dallas Science & Nature Museum: Progress

Last week I was confused for an actual member of the media and was invited to tour the new Morphosis designed Perot Museum of Nature & Science building. This was the first time they have allowed pictures to be taken so I hope you enjoy

Modern House in Dallas: Update

Modern House in Dallas: Update

A look at one of my projects – a construction update on a large modern infill project located in Dallas, Texas

Mockbee Coker Architects – Seaside House

Mockbee Coker Architects – Seaside House

Designed in 1991 by Samuel Mockbee and Coleman Coker, this is one of the best houses in all of Seaside – a place where there are houses by famous architects on every street.

Mosaic Tile Feature Wall

Mosaic Tile Feature Wall

A mosaic tile artisan from Ravenna, Italy, makes a stunning custom feature wall at a modern residence in Dallas.

Modern Infill Project in Dallas

Modern Infill Project in Dallas

Local Dallas architect Bob Borson walks us through the first 9 months of construction on this large and exciting modern project.

What makes you a designer?

What makes you a designer?

Not everything I do is big picture design – from the overall time spent, very little is – but I consider coordinating a project and the details of the construction of that project integral to a successful design.