The idea of an architect designing a house for themselves sounds inevitable, like it’s lurking on the horizon as some kind of professional rite of passage. Reality doesn’t line up with the expectation, and not because architects lack the skill or the … [Continue reading]
Every so often a topic comes up that sounds straightforward on the surface, but the longer you sit with it, the harder it is to pin down. Being your own boss is one of those ideas. It gets talked about like a destination, or a title, or a clean break … [Continue reading]
Every so often a comment lands that sticks around longer than it should because it touches something familiar. The note that sparked today’s conversation came from a call I received from someone observing that architects often seem like they don’t … [Continue reading]
The first episode of the year always comes with the expectation of setting goals for the upcoming year, something that Andrew and I don’t really believe in, but there is still something useful about slowing down before the year picks up speed. This … [Continue reading]
Listeners have spent the last few days sending in their questions, which means this episode is either an act of generosity or a poor choice on my part. Ask the Show always feels a little like opening the door and letting the entire internet wander … [Continue reading]
Titles follow architects around like a quiet shadow. You barely notice them early on, then spend a few years thinking they hold the map to your future, and eventually realize they never carried as much authority as you imagined. The work shapes you. … [Continue reading]
