Pretty simple and straightforward sentence - "Your first architectural job is important." Let me clarify that I'm not talking about summer jobs or internships ... those don't really count. No, what … [Read more...]
486,712 is Not What I Signed Up For
For those of you paying attention, I am almost at my wit's end. I have been sitting at my keyboard writing what could generously be described as "articles" on what it means to be an architect, and in … [Read more...]
This is NOT Mentorship
In my life, I have never had someone I could call a mentor. That almost sounds preposterous, doesn't it? Surely there was someone, somewhere along the way that I turned to for guidance and support ... … [Read more...]
Modern Cabin – It’s Hard to Say Goodbye
For an Architect, wrapping up a project is always a bittersweet moment. There is the joy and elation you feel for witnessing a project come to life that you have poured your heart and soul into ... … [Read more...]
Business Cards for Architects
Is there a Blueprint background on your business card? Stupid What if you made your card out of a slice of hardwood? Stupid Maybe your card folds into a pop-up house? Super stupid Or maybe … [Read more...]
Something Every Young Architect Should Do
Just about a month ago, I turned 49 years old. Since I have the maturity of a 20-something, I don't worry about how old I am, but I do find myself reflecting, on occasion, about lost opportunities … [Read more...]