. Why do visually impaired architects feel compelled to wear large, structurally pronounced eye wear? There is definitely a look that is assigned to architects: Dress in all black, maybe a … [Read more...]
I’d like a McShower please…and supersize it!
I am starting the lose it with showers in new homes. They just keep getting bigger and bigger; as soon as I think they can't possibly add another feature - POW! - another feature. When I decided to … [Read more...]
Karma – The Great Equalizer
. Faith. I don't have it, at least not in the religious sense. I have friends that are deeply devoted to their faith and I will admit that I am jealous of them at times. In an effort of … [Read more...]
Square, Crescent or Nugget? How do you like your ice?
just letting you know this post isn't really about ice... One of the rituals when you go to architecture school is to stand in front of a bunch of people (typically made up of your classmates and … [Read more...]
Clients and Online Dating
In order to design a successful residence, you need to develop a relationship with your client that goes beyond functionality based solely on needs. Yes, there will probably be bedrooms and bathrooms, … [Read more...]
Something for Sunday – a case study in extremes: Decadence and Disaster Relief
The European design house of Hermes and Wally are jointly responsible for this new mega-yacht the 'WHY'. At one point in the video, the designers talk about how responsible they are be creating this … [Read more...]