There are things that I think I'm pretty good at - but few things that everyone would agree that I actually am good at. The one ability or trait that everyone seems to agree on is that I am a funny … [Read more...]
Archives for 2010
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...]
The Purpose of Social Media (for architects)
I was asked by the Texas Society of Architects (TSA) Committee on New Media to participate on a panel discussing The Purpose of Social Media for Architects. It is still a little amusing to me to have … [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...]
The designation between House and Home
The designation between house and home - is it semantics or is there a difference. Can I as "the architect" influence the difference one way or another? According to Merriam Webster: house (n): … [Read more...]
I could use some help…seriously
I am going to put my massive appropriately sized ego to the side and ask for some help. Not the kind of help that requires loved ones to sneak up on me and tell me how I am ruining their lives, that … [Read more...]