A look inside the bag of a professional photographer - this is pretty cool. As part of the ongoing series I am running, I have been showing the working contents of various design and construction … [Read more...]
Responsibility: Don’t Be a Dunce
Did you know that the word "dunce" is meant to refer to someone who is a slow learner? It is slightly less disparaging than being called dumb or stupid but no matter how you look at it, it's not a … [Read more...]
An Architect’s Bag
There are many stereotypes associated with being an architect - our "over-the-shoulder" messenger bag is certainly one of them. In my particular case, I definitely fit the mold of the architects … [Read more...]
New Roads for Architectural Engagement
This coming Thursday, June 13th, I have been invited by the AIA Dallas Associates Committee to participating in their summer series called "Architecture on Tap." This is a casual panel format … [Read more...]
Tornado Shelters and Safe Rooms
A tornado is a narrow, violently rotating column of air that extends from the base of a thunderstorm to the ground. Because wind is invisible, it is hard to see a tornado unless it forms a … [Read more...]
Refinishing Concrete Floors
Grinding and polishing my concrete floors technically started as an idea 4 years ago ... then I thought I would do something about it myself 2 years ago by acid washing them (here). That was a … [Read more...]