NYT: A Few Triumphs Pierce the Clouds of a Bleak Time

The American Institute of Architecture released data last week that confirmed the fears of many U.S. architects and builders—that an indicator of future commercial construction, The Architecture Billings Index—had reached new lows. For those not in the industry, it’s a sign that design activity has yet to recover from the economic downturn. Combating... [Read more...]
Trends from the HBA’s Greater Kansas City Tour of Homes
Inspiration often strikes us at the oddest times. Case in point: We’ve been known to spend the entire winter dreaming up over-the-top plans for not only our clients but also our own living spaces. We love it when potential clients come to us with their own ideas and design inspirations. But for those looking for a little help from the pros, check out some... [Read more...]
Notes from “Climate and Architecture” at Copenhagen

We all know architecture has the ability to inspire conversation and change perceptions, and in this new age of sustainability, we must constantly ask ourselves what implications architecture has on our environment. But what are the effects of the built environment in relation to the five senses? How does a building’s interior ‘climate’ relate to our... [Read more...]


