This weekend is the 2012 AIA Dallas Tour of Homes and this year, we have a house that is participating on the tour. There are 8 houses altogether, and all of them designed by architects. I chaired this committee a few years ago and it was a fun one … [Continue reading]
Architects don’t always get it right

It pains me to say this but architects don't always get it right. That's right ... I said it. I am secure enough in my abilities to admit when I don't get it right (**notice that I didn't say that I got it wrong, I'm not … [Continue reading]
LoaA World Headquarters – Update

Life of an Architect World Headquarters (or LoaAWH - remember?) is coming along at breakneck speed despite a few minor "opportunities" that have presented themselves ... buuuuuuut that's what Contingency funds are for right? We do all have a … [Continue reading]
Life of an Architect World Headquarters (renovation)

Life of an Architect World Headquarters - or LoaAWH (pronounced low-ah-wah-hhh) as I like to call it, is getting a small face lift. I have been living in this house for over 4 years and this is the first semi-significant renovation I am taking on. … [Continue reading]
Sea Ranch, California

This last week I took a trip to Sea Ranch, California. You know how I am always going on about how architects like to plan their trips around architectural destinations? Well, here you go ... . Sea Ranch was an experimental development … [Continue reading]
Cottonwood Modern – Framing Update

Progress is coming along on the Cottonwood Modern house. I know I promised to provide some more frequent updates than I did on the last project I focused on and as a result, I put together this framing update. If you're new here or simply want to … [Continue reading]
