Every architect knows that design is sometimes fluid, sometimes not so flexible. Some architects have been known to "put their foot down" on a variety of issues when faced with a potential design change whether the change is requested by the client or suggested by someone such as the builder. There may be good reasons [...]
I thought I'd dedicate this post to the heroes that live through a major home renovation project like completely remodeling the kitchen or a bathroom/bedroom/living room renovation. Why, you ask? Because it isn't easy. The phrase "Man, I tell you what..." comes to mind. And I'll tell you what - as in what it's like, [...]
Last Thursday afternoon (Oct. 2, 2014) a large and powerful storm swept through the Dallas metro area. Straight-line winds up to reported gusts of 90-mph did considerable damage around the area, and dealt a heavy blow to the power lines and trees all across the area. My home was without power for over 2 days, [...]
Hiring an Architect to design a new house or renovation is a smart decision in terms of aesthetic outcome. Your Architect can help coordinate material selections, spatial arrangements, etc., but it is often the little details that an Architect brings to the design that make such an impact. Case in point - the width of tile grout joints. [...]
