This is my last look at Seaside Florida for awhile, I can imagine everyone is getting a little sick of looking/ hearing about it by now. All I wanted to do with today's post is share some of the … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2011
Mockbee Coker Architects – Seaside House
Designed in 1991 by Samuel Mockbee and Coleman Coker from Mockbee/Coker Architects, this 1,100 square foot bungalow was originally called the Kennedy House but is now called "Birdie's". I am a little … [Read more...]
The Seaside Chapel
I spent most of this last week on vacation in the town of Seaside, Florida. This isn't the first time I've vacationed here ... it's the 5th time. Once my wife and I had our daughter, we looked for a … [Read more...]
Rorschach test for Architects
Bob Borson is an Architect. Well that's what he would have us believe. But is he? Really? Ok, sure, he wears black. He has minimal hair. And I'm pretty sure he has used the word "hierarchy" to … [Read more...]
Batts, Blown, or Sprayed – What’s the Best Way to Insulate Your Attic?
Today, I have guest author Allison Bailes from Energy Vanguard sitting in for me. I specifically asked him to cover this topic since the question comes up so often. Since I’ve acknowledged … [Read more...]
Who Decides: Historically Significant or Landmark?
Chicago is an old town, sorta. I say that because technically speaking, Chicago’s buildings are 30, 60, 80 years old and only a small percentage can claim to be more than 100. Chicago is old in … [Read more...]