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DAY 1 – Paul Rudolph

. That’s right, It Architecture Week again! The Amereican Institute of Architects has officially deemed April 8-14 a week to celebrate, and I won’t argue. Although, this is a totally made-up holiday and a fine excuse to spend the week talking about architecture. So, this week I’ll dedicate the blog to “Architecture”, which, oddly, is a rare thing here at … Read More

We have a winner!

Last week’s giveaway was a success! And, this morning I fired up the random number generator to pick a winner from the comment section, and the winner is the uber fabulous Genie Bae! (aka @EBArchDesign). I swear the results were completely random and had nothing to do with the sublime snarkiness contained in her comment. I swear. Anyway…, there’s more … Read More

An architect gives you $100

UPDATE! – We have a winner > Check it out HERE. Thanks for entering everyone & see you in DC. I’m going to give someone $100. This year I will be “speaking” at the AIA 2012 National Convention. Because I am awesome, and they have drastically lowered their standards at the AIA. One of those, possibly both. Wait… What does … Read More

What buildings are trying to say

Great architecture has meaning. The buildings speak to us. But, what are they saying?. Pretty sure that’s one of the five points of Architecture. The photos used in these graphics are all from Flickr and have been used under the creative commons license. Frank Llyod Wright’s Guggenheim Museum – HERE Frank Llyod Wright’s Robie House – HERE B.I.G.’s Mountain Housing – HERE Frank … Read More

Postcards from the Architect

I just returned from a whirlwind tour of some architecturally significant places. This time, I remembered to send some postcards. I thought I’d scan a few and share them. Please enjoy. . It’s really hard to be back at the office this morning… Jody { coffee with an architect } All images are from Flickr and have been used under … Read More

Architecture Flashcards

Here are a few simple flashcards I’ve made, to aide the young student in their study of Architectural styles. So, I’ve only finished ten so far. But, I really should do more. You know, for the children. Jody

Late Architect Valentines

Pssst… Architects. Yesterday was Valentines Day. You forgot didn’t you? You’re screwed.. photo of John Hejduk’s sad building is from Marco Bellucci’s photostream on Flickr (used under creative commons license)

Architect Valentines

. Architects are nothing if not romantic. And, over the last few days, Architects across the world have stepped up and tweeted their affection. You can peer into their angsty souls by searching for the hashtag #architectvalentines on Twitter (which was started a few days ago by Bryant Turnage aka- @turnageb). Obviously, nothing says romance more than sleep deprivation and illusions of grandeur. … Read More

Architecture is a dialogue

. If I asked you to describe what architecture is. What would you say? Would you launch into a diatribe about space and function and economy? Would you mention light? Texture, materials? Construction? Commodity? Emotion? Is architecture about creativity? Is it about individual expression? Is it about design? Passion? Is it an art? Maybe. But maybe not. When I was … Read More

Why I blog

. No seriously.. why am I doing this? So, I’ve been giving it a lot of thought lately. It might be because I’m stressing out about what I’m going to say in my presentation at the AIA conference this year. But, more than likely it’s just a first of the year “hey, lets re-evaluate my entire life” kind of thing. … Read More

Talking to your Architect

. Excuse me (my dear architect), but you’re being an ass. Yes, kind of sort of maybe a little bit Am I bothering you with my petty contract? Is this job just not your “ideal” project? Doesn’t it fit into your “body of work”? your “oeuvre”? Is this project not going to win you any awards? I know you’re talented. … Read More

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