Design is so much more than merely creating a space where all of the necessary components fit. Humans react to and interact with the built environment in predictable ways, which places a specific burden on the designer. Get it wrong, and even the most beautiful space can feel unwelcoming and reduce productivity. That’s where brain…
DetailsIf you could add a swath of color to any city, which city and color would you choose? Color has long been known to have a psychological effect. For example, you’ll probably never see vibrant red walls in a modern hospital. But red is a stimulating color that’s often used in restaurants. Color holds a…
DetailsThey’ve come an awfully long way. With so much activity and the fact that it’s the very heart of most homes, it’s hard to imagine how bare-bones kitchens used to be. The early 1900s saw the rise of the Hoosier cabinet, and that was a game changer. From there, a humble space became more efficient…
DetailsUgly blight, or vital community? You’ve certainly seen it, and maybe even experienced it. The snobbery that’s directed at suburban life has had its heyday with ample support from numerous directions. There has been no reason to consider the ‘burbs as anything besides a cultural wasteland where carbon emissions grow like so many carefully curated…
DetailsLeadership, creativity and innovation rule the 2017 AIAWLS summit. The 2017 American Institute of Architects Women’s Leadership Summit (AIAWLS) will be here before you know it. The 2-day Creating Tailwinds conference is scheduled for September 14-17 of next year in Washington DC. Here’s what’s happening now. Speaker Proposals are Now Open but Act Quickly As…
DetailsRepurposing can bring a small town or a single building back to life again. There’s something about a comeback kid that can make even the most stoic of people stand up and cheer. It’s no wonder so many talented architects take on revitalization projects. It’s difficult work, in some ways much more difficult than a…
DetailsSometimes a crossroads leads to a brand new rewarding career. If you’ve thought about changing careers or just taking on a side project, you’re not alone. Architecture is a demanding job, often with long hours, and the skill set is versatile. That’s a good foundation for branching out into something new and challenging or just…
DetailsThe Paul Olfelt House wasn’t created as a museum, it was designed as a home. Another incredible design by famed American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, hit the real estate market in June. You can own it for a cool million and a half. This single-family residence, situated in St. Louis Park, MN, boasts 2,647 square…
DetailsGone are the days of the boring, cookie-cutter prefab home. Prefab has now moved into Passive House Construction, which is emerging in North America after finding great success in Europe. There was certainly a time when pre-fab meant anything besides exceptional design. But this new wave of prefabricated construction homes making their way from Europe…
DetailsA great deal of planning and research go into a subdivision plat. When most people think about subdivisions, one idea comes to mind. It includes rows and rows of homes, occasional cul-de-sacs and a small, identical tree in every backyard. But subdivisions are more than suburban communities. The word denotes a parcel of land that’s…
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