I spend about half of my day working on the construction administration of our projects (in one form or another). One of our current projects is a modern infill project under construction about 3 … [Read more...]
A big bag of nothing
There is an expression that I use probably more than I should: He's got a big bag of nothing or just simply He's got a big bag . . The meaning behind this phrase is a person who will … [Read more...]
What makes you a designer?
Being an architect isn't as glamorous as you might think - at least not all the time. I generally work on single family residences and most of these houses are modern in style. During a typical day I … [Read more...]
30 Interview Questions: Selecting a Contractor
You are thinking about building a house ... It's a pretty involved and complicated process under the most ideal of circumstances but if you are going to give it a go by yourself, this could be the … [Read more...]
Selecting a Contractor | Checking References
There aren't any real secrets to selecting a residential contractor but knowing what sort of indicators to look for can make a big difference between a good experience and a bad one. You will be able … [Read more...]
What am I working on?
Currently, I am working on a residential project - a really large modern residential project. It's unique compared to our other projects because it is basically commercial construction - cast in place … [Read more...]