Tag Archives: Architecture

Evolving Through Layers

The first widely popular computer mouse was packed in with the Apple Macintosh in 1984.  This Macintosh had a black-and-white, 9 in CRT with a resolution of 512×342 pixels. The only drive was a single-sided 3.5-inch floppy disk drive. The … Continue reading

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Designing with Vastu

One of my favorite parts of architecture is the huge breadth of experiences that it covers.  Until this article on Archdaily, I had never heard of Vastu. Vastu is is a traditional Hindu system of design based on directional alignments. … Continue reading

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A Touch of Green

If last week’s architecture post was a place I’d like to live, this week we have a place I’d love to work. Not only does the LEGO Group create amazing toys to play with, they apparently also have pretty kick-ass … Continue reading

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Living Within the Landscape

This is a home designed by architect Peña Ganchegu. Located on the Cantabric Coast of Spain, the Urrezkoenea House is built into its the stormy and steep landscape. The design works to both maximize daylight while lowering the home’s exposure to … Continue reading

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The Power of the Section

Architecture is an interesting profession.  For most of its history, the floor plan has been the focus.  Look at most articles discussing a building, and the one drawing that is most likely to be included is the floor plan.  But … Continue reading

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Buffet Style Design

Residential architecture is very personal design.  These are people’s intimate spaces, spaces where they spend the majority of their daily lives.  But they are also rarely design savvy.  As such, it is important how you present new design ideas to … Continue reading

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Changing Behavior with Space

I am an architect by trade and work for a successful design-build firm that specializes in remodeling.  As such, I spend a lot of time talking with clients on how a space will change their lifestyle.  A new space can … Continue reading

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