Did you know that the word "dunce" is meant to refer to someone who is a slow learner? It is slightly less disparaging than being called dumb or stupid but no matter how you look at it, it's not a compliment. I spend a considerable amount of time … [Continue reading]
An Interior Designer’s Bag

As part of an ongoing photo essay of sorts, I have been showing the working contents of various design and construction related professionals. So far we have seen the bag contents from an architect, an architecture student, a dry wall contractor, and … [Continue reading]
Architectural Models
One of the biggest changes I have seen since moving over to my new office is that the number of scale models has gone up considerably. There are currently 7 fairly large models stashed all over the office and despite the fact that the staff is almost … [Continue reading]
heard around the architectural studio #006
There is an order to how we do things around here ... first we're going to do it right, and then it's going to be done. That's the order. … [Continue reading]
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 with bedroom design, specifically where the bed is … [Continue reading]
An Architect’s Bag 002
A few weeks ago, in a moment of weakness, I decided to take my architectural bag - the bag that carries my treasures between home and the office - pull everything out and show it to the world. Because misery loves company, I offered up to anyone in … [Continue reading]
