Every now and then I need to step away from the emails and the phone and remind myself that the person who is currently making me go apoplectic might have something going on other than … [Read more...]
The Finished Building is your Best Argument
You might be surprised to learn that I am not on a first name basis with Peter Zumthor. Everything that I know about myself tells me that he and I would enjoy each others company ... at least I would, … [Read more...]
Something All Architects Should Know
I think architects are like snowflakes. Not because they are delicate, but because each is unique and (it frequently seems to be the case) that external conditions need to be perfect in order for them … [Read more...]
Leadership
Leadership is one of those words that people throw around a lot but I'm not sure most people stop to actually think about what it means. Maybe it's just me ... my initial response, if you were to ask … [Read more...]
Motivation – and why it’s important
It's Sunday morning, it's raining outside, I'm really tired, and the consensus around the house is to lay about, read books and watch television. But not me ... I have things that "have" to be done … [Read more...]
What is Architecture?
Architecture is ... the picture frame, not the picture. ~ William Wurster … [Read more...]