I get asked a lot (as in every single day) about architects and their ability to sketch. "Do you have to be good at drawing if you want to be an architect?" or "I want to be an architect but I can't … [Read more...]
“Velvet Rope” Design
There is a phrase that I've used for years - I honestly don't know if I made it up or if I heard it from someone else [but knowing me like I do, I probably made it up] "Velvet rope" design This … [Read more...]
Houses in Marfa, Texas
According to the 2010 US Census, Marfa, Texas is home to 1,981 people, 864 households and 586 families, although I can confirm that the population signs heading in and out of town last week said there … [Read more...]
Creative Renaissance
There is a creative renaissance going on right now and chances are, most people don't even realize it. Of course, the savvy readers here at Life of an Architect have probably noticed - how could you … [Read more...]
Architectural Fees for Residential Projects
For someone who doesn't actually handle any of the billing in the office, I spend a lot of time thinking about billing. I have written two previous posts on the subject of architectural … [Read more...]
Cottonwood Modern – Project update
The Cottonwood Modern residence has been making some steady progress over the last few months - thankfully we are moving out of the visually dull portion of the project (running HVAC and Plumbing) and … [Read more...]