What struck me most about Disney World is the architecture. Here I am putting tremendous effort into designing relatively simple &...

As a homeowner, I have learned that there are some tasks that require the expertise of professionals. One such task is staining a fence....

Roof Venting is important for many reasons. In summer (in Ohio), proper venting allows hot air to escape the attic, which keeps cooling...

Are you looking to build a custom home? I’m not talking about one you can buy from a shelf with insta-plans (just add wood). The kind...

When I design a custom home, there are many items to think thru. One of those items is pocket doors. Everyone (including me) seems to...

This may surprise you to hear this from a registered architect, but not every job requires a licensed professional. I know what you’re...

When people hear the word ‘design’, they probably think of having a big kitchen with a huge island or open space with the kitchen, dining...

What I love about getting to be a part of the design process is also what I used to hate - the crisis. Almost every project has one. If...

Yesterday, on my way home from a regular weekly appointment, I stopped somewhere new. My wife & I are blessed to live near a state park...

Each work day is like 4 quarters of a football game: First quarter (8am - 9:50am commercial break) is the kickoff & feeling out period. ...

I wanted to write on this subject because I’ve seen a lot of confusion outside of the profession, & inside for that matter, about what an...

Ice damming is something most of us don’t think of very often. This is when snow gets packed down & forms ice at the gutter. Then snow...

A lot of times, we want everything to be perfect before we will take a step forward. We want everyone else to step forward for a task...

people are the reason why buildings are built

Two ways to save on design costs: 1. Keep revision time down by having clear expectations set early in the process 2. Reduce...

You may have something you’re dealing with and not realize that an architect can help. Maybe you think architects only do big museums or...

First, I visit the home. I discuss the goals with the end user & take pictures & measurements of the area of work. Next, I draw plans to...

Are you willing to put in the time to plan something on the faith that it will bear fruit one day. Planning often takes sacrifice. It...

In design as in life, it often pays to look at things from different angles. When my kids lose their drink cups (which is almost every...

What is the risk of we don’t go custom? We may not get what we want. We may pay more than is necessary. We may even get some things we...