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Architectural Sketches

September 26, 2013 by Bob Borson 20 Comments

Architectural Sketches

Architects sketch as part of the process when doing their job ... at least I do. There are many different styles and techniques that architects use when graphically working through problems. These … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Architects, Do you want to be an Architect?, Observations Tagged With: architectural sketching, design, Do you want to be an Architect, sketching

What Home Buyers Really Want

September 23, 2013 by Bob Borson 34 Comments

What Home Buyers Really Want

I am an architect who designs - among other things - residential projects for a fairly upscale clientele. I might be a rung or two down for the very top, but I generally have a crack at designing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Observations Tagged With: builder homes, Residential Architect

Meetings are a Waste of Time

September 19, 2013 by Bob Borson 34 Comments

Meetings are a Waste of Time

Despite how much I like to talk, I think most meetings are a waste of time and a drain on my life force. At least half of the meetings I attend, nothing is really happening other than the swapping of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Career, Observations Tagged With: a day in the life, architects office, career, office

Hatchet Bedrooms

September 9, 2013 by Bob Borson 86 Comments

Hatchet Bedrooms

"Hatchet Bedroom" Have you heard this phrase before? I'd be amazed if you have because I made it up (™ pending) but it is possible that you have your own name for this condition. It has to do … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design, Observations, Residential Tagged With: builder homes, conversations, design, residential

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

Architecture School is an Island

July 25, 2013 by Bob Borson 48 Comments

Architecture School is an Island

Architecture School can be a lonely place at times despite being surrounded by your friends and colleagues. I know from personal experience that at times, it easy to question your drive, dedication, … [Read more...]

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

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