Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Home / Life in General / Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Letters from a traveling Architecture Student Bob Borson — October 24, 2013 — 38 Comments 23 years ago, as a fourth year architecture student, I spent the Fall semester traveling around Western Europe soaking in all the architectural wonders I could find.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 2, 2014

This phase of the work is widely referred to as “Schematic Design” Although some people also have an earlier phase called “Programming”, I tend to consider that as part of the schematic design phase as well, rather than separate it out into its own special section. It was way better.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 18, 2019

You may be surprised at how many parts of a home’s design can be made from recycled materials if you know where to look. Since glass is one of the most commonly recycled materials, it makes sense to reuse it in a glass tile mosaic design. The glass can be melted down and re-dyed for some gorgeous designs that look like brand new tile.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 15, 2016

I originally introduced this project to everyone in a post I wrote called “ Sketching during Schematic Design ” that I wrote back in November 2014. That post showed the process of going from initial concept to a finished schematic design plan that I would ultimately show the clients. No paint on these walls either.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 8, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. IMM is one of the worlds largest design trade shows and my experiences there two years ago opened up a universe to me I never knew existed. Its an absolute honor to be counted among some of the most influential people in the design world.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Prepare most of your personal documents for reference, specifically financial records. kitchen design. interior design. bath design. kitchen design. interior design. bath design. architecture. (39).

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. In the meantime, Im starting a new blog that will document my move and adjustment to my new surroundings. Will you be tied still to kitchens, designing and construction? kitchen design. interior design. bath design. at 6:05 PM.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

My grandmother worked at Gladding McBean (Franciscan Tile), hand painting dinnerware while she was pregnant with my father. Then I specialized in architectural and contractor sales, and specified and sold many larger architectural projects. TileDealer : Discuss the architectural specifications aspect of your work.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 19, 2014

A while back I wrote a post titled “ Architectural Interns ” where I stated: Other than slowing things down, interns aren’t very useful in small firms because we run fast and lean. I’m Travis Schneider; born in 1992, raised in Dallas suburbia, and three years into a five-year undergraduate degree in architecture at UT Austin.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 26, 2017

The idea was to spur her readers and fellow home bloggers to take on a room remodel over the course of six weeks and document it all on their respective blogs and social media accounts using the hashtag #oneroomchallenge. The best part about the whole thing for design-lovers: Some really incredible rooms come out of it.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 13, 2018

Wear older clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and expect dust, paint and plaster. Document the visit Don’t forget to spend some of your site visit documenting the build process. Pictures are great mementos, but documenting dates, measurements and processes can also help you in the future.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Whether it’s rough plans drawn on a napkin, pictures torn from magazines or a receipt for that perfect neutral gray, it’s easy to find yourself buried in important documents. You’ll be working with a myriad of professionals, from interior designers to concrete workers. Organize receipts and documents.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2018

Sure, choosing your plan was the fun part, but building your home requires more input than selecting paint colors. Your design input can derail a well-planned build. Image: Keswick Homes Streamline your design Working with a designer is one of the most exciting parts of your build.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 18, 2017

Image: Sarah Jefferys Design When planning a homework space, remember these five important elements: 1. Color: Wallpaper or paint a wall or the shelf openings in a bold and invigorating color. Image: Steven Mueller Architects Great design and planning featuring two homework desks, shelves, cork boards and a reading nook in the middle.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Home / Architects / Architectural Models Architectural Models Bob Borson — September 12, 2013 — 33 Comments One of the biggest changes I have seen since moving over to my new office is that the number of scale models has gone up considerably. Once the model was completed, (i.e.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Sheikh Lutf Allah Mosque is one of the architectural masterpieces of Safavid Iranian architecture, standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran. It holds an important position among the various decorative arts in Iranian architecture. Tuesday, December 4, 2012. Image via: www.IslamicArts.org. at 6:00 AM.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

This document, which comes in the form of a letter from the mortgage company, will tell you how much money you’ll be able to receive in a loan. We get it: when interior design is bad, it’s really bad. Image: Photographee.eu/Shutterstock. Shutterstock. Mistake: Not getting pre-approved before looking. Image: Photographee.eu/Shutterstock.

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Life of an Architect

JANUARY 6, 2019

The same systems that are used to drive the graphics modern day games require can drive all the software an architectural office requires. It started when a client of mine had a pair and he had us over to his house to experience walking through the building we had designed for him. This will sync across multiple devices instantly.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Most of us would rather put work out of our minds entirely than spend time and money designing a space where it’s the primary focus. Is your workload mostly document-driven or do you need room to stow bulkier items like art supplies? Search sites like Freshome for design inspiration and then shop around.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2015

Image: Design Build Duluth The decision to sell your home is a daunting one. Image: Jules Duffy Designs Marketing Your Property Boost Curb Appeal Think of curb appeal the same way you would a date or a job interview: It’s the first impression that potential buyers will have of your home. Depersonalize. Stay neutral. De-clutter.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2018

Image: be-attitude It seems a little run-down Maybe the paint is clearly chipping everywhere or the trash is overflowing. If you do decide to go through with it, make sure that you have seen the apartment in-person and that you have the signed and completed lease documents in hand. Take note of the building’s upkeep.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 21, 2015

The Life of an Architect Playhouse Design Competition is an event that brings out this trait during the process of designing what one the surface seems like a fairly straightforward problem – design a playhouse. I used to be architect in my country but I still working in design on the side. I’m 32 years old.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Home / Observations / What Home Buyers Really Want What Home Buyers Really Want Bob Borson — September 23, 2013 — 34 Comments I am an architect who designs – among other things – residential projects for a fairly upscale clientele. I suspect it keeps the dirty stuff out of the sink during the small (ha!)

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Life of an Architect

JANUARY 21, 2018

Last week I spent a frigid couple of days in the far northern part of Wisconsin with Poul Ober , an architectural photographer, so that we could get professional images captured of the modern cabin I wrapped up in this area earlier this year. ″ thick rigid insulation boards painted black.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2015

As you walk through the homes, keep in mind that it’s easy to get caught up in small details like paint color, but most cosmetic changes can easily be made. You may receive a Seller’s Property Disclosure for each listing; this document details the condition of the home, including any known problems and repairs.

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 1, 2014

Home / Heard around the architectural studio / The Bee Hole of an Architect The Bee Hole of an Architect Bob Borson — June 2, 2014 — 49 Comments Most architects I know go about their business in an professional manner – but somehow that doesn’t necessarily translate to the behavior that happens in the office.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 8, 2019

I should point out before we get into the existing photos, that my house was built completely mirrored from the architectural drawings. And before anyone decides to comment on the painting I have on my wall, my Grandmother painted this painting and I just haven’t figured out where to put it just yet … after three years.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

Quite honestly, there isn’t a typical answer to this question so, in an effort to paint a picture of what you could expect when imagining your life as me ( admit it … who hasn’t done that?!?) I have selected Tuesday, November 25th as my day to portray.

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