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Regional Architecture: Palm Beach

The Perfect Bath

By the 1890′s Henry Flagler, a Standard Oil entrepreneur transformed the island from a sleepy sportsman’s paradise to a world renowned resort. Local lore has it that the first real house was a cottage built in 1886 by a retired Denver business man with a taste for the pristine hunting and fishing in the area.

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Door Trends: From Ultra Stylish to Super Secretive

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

This is a standard timber/MDF external door coated with a metal finish. He recommends taking your cues from the home’s architecture when selecting a door. “A The bedside cabinet in this Denver master bedroom includes hidden storage. Image: Pursley Dixon Architecture. Exterior Doors. Image: Zeitgeist Photography.

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Citizen Architect … seems redundant

Life of an Architect

“Citizen Architect” is a phrase that – if you are in the field of architecture – you hear a lot. The Citizen Architect advocates for higher living standards, the creation of a sustainable environment, quality of life, and the greater good. Be active in your kid’s schools and sports and PTA.

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The Costs Associated with becoming an Architect | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Over the past 40 years, the requirements for architectural licensure have increased tremendously in terms of time and cost to the candidate. Last week The Path to Architectural Licensure was presented to the Executive Board at the Texas Society of Architects who unanimously endorsed the task force findings.

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Architects and the AIA | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

The AIA, and more specifically the Texas Society of Architects, which is my state component, has given me an outlet for the things I am passionate about: design and architectural writing. These conferences have brought in accomplished architects as speakers and allow attendees to tour a wide variety of architectural projects.

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