The costs associated with becoming a licensed architect are out of control. If you have gone through the process yourself in the last 10 years you know exactly what I mean - it seems like there is a … [Read more...]
Architectural Tricks of the Trade
Architects have all sorts of mannerisms and processes in place that seem to transcend their time and place. These traditions are passed from one generation to the next and are worth sharing and … [Read more...]
Graphic Standards – Part 2
Last week we took a look at an article about "architectural graphic standards" ... and I kicked that article off by stating how an architect draws is a reflection of many things ... that you can … [Read more...]
Privacy, Architecture, and the Internet
Privacy on the internet is a serious matter and with all the opportunities for architects to share their information, certain considerations need to be made ... it's not always our information to … [Read more...]
Just do what I tell you
"Just do what I tell you" ... what a horrible arrangement of 6 words. You would hope that the only time this phrase is issued is when a 4-year-old is involved and even then ... kind of dodgy. It's … [Read more...]
Meetings are a Waste of Time
Despite how much I like to talk, I think most meetings are a waste of time and a drain on my life force. At least half of the meetings I attend, nothing is really happening other than the swapping of … [Read more...]