Where the internet is concerned, people have a "help yourself" attitude. When I first started my site, I will confess that I was ignorant of the nuances of what was, and what wasn't, off limits. Common sense and my 10th-grade English class should … [Continue reading]
Side Hustle – Is it Right for You?
I am an architect who suffers from logorrhea (real word, possibly a fake diagnosis), and along with my glibness and sense of humor, I have managed to channel these attributes into a website that is focused on being an architect and what that means … [Continue reading]
The Salk Institute
Something happened recently that I didn't see coming ... I visited a building that I had known about since college, seen a million and one pictures of the project, but truly didn't appreciate until I walked the space and experienced the … [Continue reading]
Emailing Your Resume – Fatal Errors
Emailing your resume to potential employers seems to be the favored method of architectural students looking for internships and full-time employment. I say this with some confidence because I've received 5, and deleted 5, just last week ... and let … [Continue reading]
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 well. Schedules, in general, have been on my list as a topic … [Continue reading]
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 enjoying the weather. There was a time when I … [Continue reading]