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Architectural Graphics 101 – Window Schedules

October 3, 2017 by Bob Borson 56 Comments

Architectural Graphics 101 – Window Schedules

Apparently, I am a glutton for punishment because Architectural Graphics 101 the series is back after an unreasonably short time to discuss window schedules. I know ... I'm all aflutter as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Architectural Graphics - The Series Tagged With: details, Graphics, residential

A Simple Deck

September 26, 2017 by Bob Borson 22 Comments

A Simple Deck

Outdoor spaces take up a considerable amount of space and thinking in most of my projects - which makes sense considering that where I live, I can comfortably spend 9 months out of the year outside … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design, My Work Tagged With: a day in the life, cabin, deck, details, exterior patio

The Grasshopper Playhouse – Construction Drawings

April 19, 2017 by Bob Borson 9 Comments

The Grasshopper Playhouse – Construction Drawings

The people who like my website are undoubtedly going to be very happy today. There's nothing like looking at someone else's construction drawings to put a person in a good mood. That's right - … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Design, Graphics, My Work, Playhouses Tagged With: CASA, design, details, drawing, playhouses

Cabin Detail – Steel and Walnut Bench

April 11, 2017 by Bob Borson 27 Comments

Cabin Detail – Steel and Walnut Bench

In any project, there are a handful of design moments that help establish the personality of that entire project. For the cabin project that I have been working on for the past 2+ years, one of those … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Construction, Design, Graphics, Interior Design, Materials and Products, Residential Tagged With: cabin, Construction Observation, design, details, Materials, modern house

Architectural Graphics 101 – Line Weight

February 21, 2017 by Bob Borson 49 Comments

Architectural Graphics 101 – Line Weight

Okay ... I hear you. It's time for the next entry in my Architectural Graphics series and due to overwhelming feedback, it's apparently time to talk about line weights. Despite my efforts, I can't … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Architectural Graphics - The Series, Graphics, Sketching Tagged With: architectural sketching, details, Graphics, residential, sketches

Architectural Graphics 101 – Drawing Alignment and Notes

January 16, 2017 by Bob Borson 53 Comments

Architectural Graphics 101 – Drawing Alignment and Notes

Time for another installation of Architectural Graphics 101! The previous installment was received pretty well and despite the fact that this series is not intended for seasoned architects and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Architectural Graphics - The Series, Residential Tagged With: details, Graphics, residential

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