I have resisted writing a post about notable architects who happen to be women for a long time. Partially because these lists can be found on other websites that are most likely better researched and … [Read more...]
A big bag of nothing
There is an expression that I use probably more than I should: He's got a big bag of nothing or just simply He's got a big bag . . The meaning behind this phrase is a person who will … [Read more...]
Architecture Books | Life of an Architect
Some books you read more than once. Maybe you return to them because you think you are a little wiser than the first time you read it. Maybe you read it again because it left an impression - like a … [Read more...]
Rural Studio 20K House | Update
I have asked my friend Eric Schmid to provide us with an update on what's happening with the $20K House. The amount of time they have spent discussing a house that will be built for so little money is … [Read more...]
‘The FernHouse’
This is a glimpse into the life of architect Robert 'Bob' Swinburne - sorta. I don't know Robert personally and since we have only recently begun to trade some emails, I know I am guilty of … [Read more...]
Country Living
There is a type of contemporary architecture that seems to frequently find it's way to our office - we call it soft contemporary. This project is an example of a client who wanted the clean lines and … [Read more...]