Site Logo

Life of an Architect

  • Podcast
  • about me
  • Questions / Contact
  • F. A. Q.
  • Do you want to be an Architect?
  • Architecture Books+
You are here: Home / Archives for Life in General

You’ve Got Mail

September 30, 2015 by Bob Borson 52 Comments

You’ve Got Mail

I don't know when it happened to me, but I feel the need to blame someone - if only I knew who to blame. My email inbox is out of control and it's frankly starting to irritate me because so many of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life in General, Observations, Office Tagged With: career, conversations, working

Work / Life … Different Letters, Same Word

September 8, 2015 by Bob Borson 39 Comments

Work / Life … Different Letters, Same Word

I can't even begin to convey the irony of this post. It is literally Labor Day - a holiday - and I'm sitting in my customary spot on the couch writing this article.  Bonus level of irony - I initially … [Read more...]

Filed Under: ArchiTalks, Career, Do you want to be an Architect?, Life in General Tagged With: a day in the life, ArchiTalks, architects office, career

How to survive Architectural School Juries

August 31, 2015 by Bob Borson 50 Comments

How to survive Architectural School Juries

Let's pretend that you are in architecture school - maybe you just started, maybe you've been there for a while - I'm not sure that it matters for today's discussion. The "Architectural School … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Do you want to be an Architect?, Life in General, Observations Tagged With: architectural studio, Architecture School, Do you want to be an Architect

Honor Awards

August 21, 2015 by Bob Borson 41 Comments

Honor Awards

Today's post was incredibly difficult to write ... both of my arms and shoulders suffered extensive damage from all the "patting myself on the back" I've done over the past few days. I had to type … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Career, Life in General Tagged With: about bob, Architecture and Society, blog, bob borson, career

My Day in a Wheelchair

July 27, 2015 by Bob Borson 28 Comments

My Day in a Wheelchair

It should be noted that I am not disabled in any way - with specific regards to definition of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - meaning I don't have a condition that would limit any of my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life in General, Observations Tagged With: a day in the life, Architecture and Society, being a part of the design process, conversations

‘Ellie the Elephant’ Playhouse – Winner’s Profile

July 21, 2015 by Bob Borson 8 Comments

‘Ellie the Elephant’ Playhouse – Winner’s Profile

Architects are known for their ability to see the entire problem and then to systematically go about solving that problem; it's one of the traits that I find most admirable in the profession. The Life … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life in General, Playhouse Competition 2015, Playhouses Tagged With: CASA, Design Competition, Playhouse Competition, playhouses

« Previous Page
Next Page »

Search Life of an Architect

Trending on Life of an Architect

Architectural Graphics 101 - Symbols
Ten Cathedrals to see before you die
Architectural Graphics 101 - Window Schedules
Ep 180: Size Doesn't Matter
Architectural Graphics 101: Finish Schedules
Architectural Graphics 101 - Reflected Ceiling Plans
Architectural Graphics 101: Cover Sheet
Graphic Standards for Architectural Cabinetry
Architectural Graphics 101 - Wall Types
Architectural Graphics 101 - Layers

Subscribe to Podcast

Apple PodcastsSpotifyAndroidiHeartRadioby EmailTuneInRSS

Subscribe to our mailing list

* indicates required

Apparel for Architects

T-Shirts for Architects - Bob Borson

Support for Advice or Guidance - or if you simply want to show appreciation for the content produced on this site

Thanks!
Other Amount
Project Reference or Support for Questions Answered:

My “Serious” Disclaimer

The complimentary advice provided on ‘Life of an Architect’ is based on an abbreviated examination of the minimal facts given, not the typical extensive (and sometimes exhaustive) analysis I conduct when working with my clients. Therefore, anything you read on this site is not a substitute for actually working with me. Following my casual advice is at your own peril … if you want my undivided attention, I would recommend hiring me. Cheers.

Pages

  • Comment Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Architecture Books+
  • about me
  • Questions?
  • F. A. Q.
  • Do you want to be an Architect?
  • Podcast

Life of an Architect | Bob Borson

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

Archives of Awesomeness

Copyright © 2026 Life of an Architect