When to Renovate, When to Build New

When to Renovate, When to Build New

How to find the tipping point Recently I have been finding many new clients with the same dilemma: “should we rennovate/ reconstitute an existing house, or should we build from scratch?” Without knowledge of costs, options and building restrictions, it’s impossible...
International Style, International Clients

International Style, International Clients

“International Style” architecture emerged in Europe during the 1920’s and 1930’s. The roots are traced to the Bauhaus School in Germany, where designers explored rational, functional, and sometimes standardized building types. In contrast to the prevalent styles of...
First Impressions

First Impressions

From Public Street to Front Door Recently I met with a prospective client at their house for an initial consultation. Arriving at the address, a corner property, I was confused how to enter; should I be entering on the street of the address, or go around the corner?...
Mid-Century Modern home saved from wrecking ball.

Mid-Century Modern home saved from wrecking ball.

  The Design Phase: Transforming Rustic Living to Contemporary Lifestyle Our Harding Township project is in its design phase. For this home full of rich history in Morris County, New Jersey, we’re transforming rustic living into a contemporary atmosphere for the...
Yoga Practice, Architect’s Practice

Yoga Practice, Architect’s Practice

Focus on the details lets you soar. Recently I went to an Arm Balance Workshop at a yoga studio (that I happened to have designed). The 2 1/2 hour workshop was geared toward a fairly advanced level of practice and there were quite a few instructors taking the...