Those of us involved in building things - planners, city governments, developers and architects and designers - need to advocate to fundamentally change they physical framework of daily commerce, and we need the support of the citizens to do so.
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Marfa: An Architect's PhotoBlog
in Discovery
Contrary to popular belief and personal history, going on vacation to the desert in the middle of August turned out to be a wonderful idea. The story of Marfa’s transformation from a small Texas town to a shining beacon of contemporary art is too tantalizing to pass up if the opportunity arises to visit.
Read MoreBlock Party
A trip around the rest of the Caribbean perimeter, from islands like Puerto Rico, to coastal Mexico and Central America, will show you a vastly different role for the humble concrete block than we have in the U.S.
Read MoreGuide to Being Your Own General Contractor
Self or DIY General Contracting isn’t always pretty, but here are some insider tips from two architects who just finished their own house project!
Read MoreAvoiding Trendy Design
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Design can be trendy if it isn't honest about what it is. If it's honest, then it is authentic - and authenticity has staying power!
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