There is a detail we have in our cabin project that I am anxious to see built. Within the two-story stairwell along the main wall, we are cladding the surface with 16 gauge steel plating. I get all … [Read more...]
Scale and Proportion
For any architect, scale and proportion are two skills that appear to be the most challenging to master. Scale and proportion are also where a good architect makes their living. I know coming out of … [Read more...]
Avoid the Madness – Laying Out Tile
The curse of being an architect strikes again ... every day starts off with a small slice of madness served up to me in my shower. It is important to mention that I did not design or build this shower … [Read more...]
The Cottage House
I'm starting to lose count of how many playhouses I've designed over the last 6 years ... I think it's around 8 or 9, which might not sound like a lot to you but it certainly seems like a lot to me. … [Read more...]
The Front Door of your House is Important
How often do you think about your front door? I bet it's not all that often ... and that's a pity because the front door to your house is important. Besides being the gateway to your home, it helps … [Read more...]
Graphic Standards for Architectural Cabinetry
Architectural drawings serve the obvious purpose of conveying specific information in a linear and direct manner. I also believe that they serve the additional purpose of letting everyone know that I … [Read more...]