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An Architect’s Bag

August 19, 2013 by Bob Borson 60 Comments

An Architect’s Bag

There are many stereotypes associated with being an architect - our "over-the-shoulder" messenger bag is certainly one of them. In my particular case, I definitely fit the mold of the architects … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Bags, Do you want to be an Architect?, Materials and Products Tagged With: about bob, Architects, architectural technology, bob borson, design

Is Social Media making me crazy?

August 15, 2013 by Bob Borson 39 Comments

Is Social Media making me crazy?

It's been a rough few days around here lately ... suddenly, and without any warning at all, there was a death in the Life of an Architect family. I have been struggling to cope with the death of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Life in General, Observations Tagged With: a day in the life, about bob, blog, Writing a blog

The Next Modern House: NMH 2013 KHouse

August 12, 2013 by Bob Borson 27 Comments

The Next Modern House: NMH 2013 KHouse

I've selected a new project to focus on Life of an Architect - I think it's going to be a good all-around project to feature. It's been a few months since I've been able to focus on a project ... … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design, Modern House, My Work Tagged With: architectural sketching, being a part of the design process, design, KHouse Modern

Residential Construction Contracts: Cost Plus Fee

August 9, 2013 by Bob Borson 139 Comments

Residential Construction Contracts: Cost Plus Fee

Today is Part Two of a series of posts that are addressing the different types of contracts homeowners normally consider when working with a general contractor. Yesterday I discussed the Competitive … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Construction, Contractors Tagged With: Construction Process, Owners, residential construction costs

Residential Construction Contracts: Competitive Bid

August 8, 2013 by Bob Borson 28 Comments

Residential Construction Contracts: Competitive Bid

Let's say you are going to be building a house, doing a remodel, an addition - whatever - and it's time to start thinking about the contractor. There are a few things that have changed over the last … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Construction, Contractors Tagged With: Construction Process, Owners, Residential Architect, residential construction costs

Tips for being an Architect AND a Regular Person

August 5, 2013 by Bob Borson 66 Comments

Tips for being an Architect AND a Regular Person

There are some words of advice that have stuck with me over the years - some were specific to being an architect, but most were generic to being a decent human being. Since I like to think both of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Architects, Career, Life in General Tagged With: advice, Architects, Architecture and Society, career

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