Life of an Architect

JANUARY 17, 2016

Architectural drawings serve the obvious purpose of conveying specific information in a linear and direct manner. AWI stands for “ Architectural Woodworking Institute ” and they have organized the standards that we follow in our office for how cabinets are built. That sounds serious, doesn’t it?

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Decorative 1" ceramic tiles, referred to as dots, can be paired with 4" plain white tile. The pinwheel pattern works equally well on floor installations as it does for a backsplash or wall. Remember, with any layout, you want to avoid small cuts, cuts on small tile, and cuts by doorways on flooring tile. floor tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 23, 2014

Let’s take a look at these time-worn treasures to see if we can create this intimate aesthetic in our own home: This is such a cozy country-style kitchen with open shelving, hooked rug, rustic flooring and plates on the wall. If you love wood-based designs then also read Timber Architecture: 10 Benefits of Wood-based Designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2015

Architects saw an opportunity to create an unusual floor plan inspired by surroundings: “ The design strategy takes advantage of the sloping site by creating new additional spaces within the lower garden level.” Material references for the house reflect the rich natural setting of the site.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 17, 2020

As of July 16, Providence Flooring in Kingsport, Tenn., Providence Flooring in Kingsport, Tenn., Providence Flooring in Kingsport, Tenn., In fact, the specialty flooring retailer officially exceeded its 2019 sales record earlier this month. was up 3.5% in sales year to date. is one of them. is one of them. year to date.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

You only need to refer to ancient European ruins to see how the properties of cement tile remain time-tested elements of any structure. floor tile. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design. Flooring The Consumer. Floors ,floors… (part I).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Image Via: Culligan Abraham Architecture. Of course, when it comes to interior design, balance doesn’t just have to refer to a line that’s been drawn directly down the middle. Rotational: Refers to objects rotated in a particular direction around a central focal point. Use balance to help bring a balanced look to your interiors.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

A bold architecture intervention behind one of New York’s most impressive cast-iron facades resulted in a creative addition. Named “The Stealth Building”, the project successfully blends modern architecture with historic preservation. During the intervention, the 1857 façade was restored.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2018

Jot down these details so you can refer to them later. Even if you’re planning on the DIY route, if you’re working with multiple people, you want to go through each task — from laying flooring to painting walls — and delegate who is responsible. Then, use sites like Freshome to gather design inspiration.

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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. Your house will not look like this.”

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MARCH 29, 2012

Is the floor level? I now have a level line to reference and by measuring from that line to the floor at various points I am able to determine if the floor is level. I now have a level line to reference and by measuring from that line to the floor at various points I am able to determine if the floor is level.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Before I get too far into this, the sinks youre referring to are called apron-front sinks by the industry. Referring to a those kinds of sinks as an apron-fronts as opposed to a farm sinks sends the message that you did your homework. architecture. (39). flooring. (30). wholesale flooring. (1). kitchen design.

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Time2Design

AUGUST 7, 2012

From page to page I was captivated by the story, impressed by the thoughtful expression and intrigued by the really fun and inventive entertainment ideas, many that I will be referring to again and again. architecture. exterior paint. floor covering. paint color. paint selection. pet painting.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MARCH 10, 2012

Collectively, I refer to them as economic refugees. Beyond its architecture, the culture of New Orleans stands apart from the rest of the US. Labels: architecture , smart stuff , travel. architecture. (39). flooring. (30). wholesale flooring. (1). Sherwin-Williams Paint. kitchen design. amusements.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Prepare most of your personal documents for reference, specifically financial records. architecture. (39). flooring. (30). wholesale flooring. (1). Sherwin-Williams Paint. NetworkedBlogs Blog: Kitchen and Residential Design Topics: kitchen design , interior design , architecture Follow my blog. amusements.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 11, 2014

Arabesque is a unique line of Spanish floor tiles or pavers that can also be used on walls, too! It refers to an implied sense of texture or depth created through the use of artistic elements of line, shading and color. While pattern refers to recurring visual events or motifs, they can exhibit visual texture, as well as true texture.

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Tile Talk

MAY 20, 2014

These tiles were commonly used as floor and wall applications and to decorate mihrabs , the architectural niches in mosques. These motifs utilize what is referred to as the n -fold rotational symmetry, where n represents a range of whole numbers from 3 to 100. These star polygons were not limited only to the painted figure.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 27, 2019

Most commonly, transitional refers to the style that is between traditional and contemporary,” she says. However, Kaufman says a transitional bathroom can also refer to a design that allows homeowners to age in place. This bathroom style commonly uses wood grain, painted wood and mixed materials with decorative hardware.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 15, 2016

the change in elevation is the difference between the high one – where the wood flooring will get installed – and the low one – which is where we dropped the floor so that our stone tile would be flush set with the finished floor. This is looking up at the second floor on the backside elevation.

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Kitchens for Living

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Gorgeous sculptural free-standing tub by Clark Architectural. Brizo introduced its new Rook collection for the bath, with a subtle reference to chess. This collection combines a low spout architecture and crisp octagonal details for a stately yet modern design. Today I’ve got the scoop on what’s trending in the bath.

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Decorator on Demand

MARCH 18, 2011

Labels: afters , beds , befores , dogs , Extreme UltraKing , foyer , greyhounds , hardwood floors , Horchow , Jonathan Adler , master bedrooms , Norwalk Furniture , staircase , swiss chard. " The chard reference had never occurred to me. It's amazing what some paint and a protective dog piece of art will do to improve a spot.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2019

The space has sliding wall panels hiding floor-to-ceiling storage and a standalone craft table in the center of the room that also doubles as a place to sort and fold laundry. Image: Capital Cabinets & Floors. “It was no longer used for eating, but was overflowing with craft store supplies, half-finished projects and Mod Podge.”

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MARCH 13, 2012

Reflexive pronouns refer the action of a verb back to the subject of a sentence. Infinitive mood describes a state of being without referring to a subject directly. It's the reference book I refer to more than any other. architecture. (39). flooring. (30). wholesale flooring. (1). kitchen design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Or, if you find it easier, go by categories, such as cabinetry, flooring, countertops, paint and so on. If you don’t stay organized, you won’t be able to easily refer to them as needed. A build binder is simple: just use tabs to organize your home into different categories.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 4, 2014

Architecture. Architecture. Or, a large entertainment center that reaches from floor to ceiling serves as a great room divider between your sleeping and living areas. Choose one main color and buy or paint all of the furniture for that area in the same shade. Image Via: Nick Noyes Architecture. Apartments.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 13, 2015

There are a few different types of trims that you can consider incorporating: Baseboards: Baseboards start at the floor and run the parameter of the room. Casing: This refers to a flat molding that can be used to frame windows and door frames. It’s usually used in more formal spaces and sits around 36 inches from the floor.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

APRIL 24, 2012

The second arrow points to a salt marsh and the location of an unmarked blue hole referred to as "Boiling Hole" by the locals because when the tide goes out it bubbles and gurgles and when the tide comes back in it forms a whirlpool over its entrance. architecture. (39). flooring. (30). wholesale flooring. (1).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 21, 2018

A can of paint is perhaps the single most important and inexpensive item you can use to transform your home’s appearance. The right paint sheen can revive a dull room, cover blemishes and bring attention to architectural details. Each paint sheen has its own personality. Most projects only require one coat of paint.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

Project Pick: Moroccan Inspired Cement Tile Floor. The plain cement tiles around the rug are often referred to as "fill tile" because they are used to fill the area around the border and rug. floor tile. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. MYD | architecture + design.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2017

For the record, when we say “background,” we’re talking about the structural elements of the room — features such as walls and floors that aren’t part of your personal belongings. Consider painting the walls in lighter neutral shades like white or tan and sticking to simple wooden flooring.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

When I decided to select “My First Project” as a topic for this month’s ArchiTalks topic, I knew instantly which project I would choose to focus on – not because it’s so good, but because I had all sorts of attachments that I could refer to (which is an important consideration when writing an architectural blog).

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

For instance, the terms " surface bullnose " and " single bullnose " refer to the same transition on a finished edge. The term is particularly common in tile and masonry architectural terms. This finished, rounded edge provides a transition from the tile surface to another surface, like a painted wall. floor tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2014

The inspiration strikes—you simply cannot live for one more second with that old, sagging sofa or those tattered, sun-faded drapes or the paint-chipped kitchen cabinets—it’s time to redecorate! Make sure you ask who your interior designer knows for specific products such as flooring or countertops.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 25, 2017

Now, for many, neutral paint colors — like white, gray, black and tan — immediately spring to mind. Consider using them in your flooring, countertops and décor items. Use this post as a reference as you plan out your next project and we’re sure your final product will feel stylishly eccentric.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2014

Do you want to buy carpeting or install hardwood to cover the floors? What paint color will you choose? Then, break the project down into its components – flooring, furniture, paint, accessories, and décor. Are there hardwood floors underneath the current carpeting? Image Via: Co Adaptive Architecture PLLC.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Dorchester West Dorchester West Year Built/Renovated: 2014 Number of Units: 117 Number of Layouts: 23 Rent (range low to high): $1,799-$3,153 Highlights (amenities): These spacious, contemporary apartments are outfitted with features from floor-to-ceiling windows to stainless steel appliances, large closets and granite countertops.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

They robbers did not slash my furniture, break whatever they could, or spray paint any of my interiors. Additionally, our house wasn’t spray painted and our furniture wasn’t slashed. What is Architecture? The good news was that when we were finally let in, I realized this was only a very thorough smash-and-grab job.

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