Whenever an architect sits down with a client on a new residential project, the first thing that happens is a conversation about project goals and requirements. It is during this initial conversation … [Read more...]
Do Architects Draw Too Much?
Do architects draw too much? As I wrap up my weekend, where I spent the entire time reviewing and redlining sheet after sheet of construction drawings, especially after putting in a 60-hour Monday … [Read more...]
Residential Architecture 101 – Specifications
Few people actually get excited when it comes to specifications, other than specification writers, but it's hard to ignore just how important they are when it comes to achieving a successful project. … [Read more...]
Residential Architecture 101 – Architectural Fees
There are easily 10+ posts that I can think of that I could talk about right off the top of my head that are specific to explaining how architectural fees are employed on residential projects. It is … [Read more...]
Residential Architecture 101 – Room Matrix
Since it has been a while since the last entry in this series, today's topic is Residential Architecture 101 - Room Matrix. I brought this topic up in podcast episode 79: Designing a House because, … [Read more...]
Residential Architecture 101: Shower Design
Welcome to Residential Architecture 101: Shower Design - a new post in a long-dormant series that I am already regretting putting together. While I think a post like this will ultimately be extremely … [Read more...]