A Bridge to the Future

A Bridge to the Future

The Making of an Architect     A question I am often asked is when I knew I wanted to be an architect. Unlike many other professions or businesses, I suppose people see architects as having a calling to do what they love. So it’s often interesting to hear how...
From Unloved Orphan to Cool Kid on the Block

From Unloved Orphan to Cool Kid on the Block

New life for a mid-century split level.     Mention mid-century modern houses, and images of sleek, open plan, currently trendy homes come to mind. The classic examples grace the pages of Dwell Magazine and design blogs. There are a few good examples in northern...
Experimental Modernism- Wellfleet, MA

Experimental Modernism- Wellfleet, MA

Vacation Homes in the Woods      On our annual vacation at the tip of Cape Cod, we lucked out with timing to be able to go on a tour of 3 modernist houses in Wellfleet. Wellfleet became a hub for artists and creative types in the late 1930’s- land in the mosquito...
Walking the Dogs

Walking the Dogs

Creating ritual from routine     It’s my responsibility to walk the dogs every morning, something I’ve been doing for years. Other than keeping an eye out for other dogs that might create a ruckus, and picking up the poop, it tends to be a time when I’m thinking...
Keeping up with What’s New

Keeping up with What’s New

Report from the ICFF       Architects need to keep current with new developments in technology and products that could be incorporated into their projects. I’m bombarded all the time with email and print brochures from companies promoting their wares....
Sarasota Modern

Sarasota Modern

  I was recently in Sarasota, FL for a brief get away. Besides the renowned balmy weather, sugar white sand beaches and clear, warm Gulf sea, Sarasota is also notable for it’s wealth of mid-century modern architecture, and even a few contemporary gems worth a visit....