Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Home / Architects / Architectural Sketches Architectural Sketches Bob Borson — September 26, 2013 — 22 Comments Architects sketch as part of the process when doing their job … at least I do. Since I will run copies of the sketches I make for the client, I like to use a red colored pencil to shade in the walls.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 17, 2013

I hope you enjoyed this brief look into the portfolio of my new firm. I will probably select a project to highlight every now and then to showcase the firms work as well as provide some insight into the creative and decision-making process that produces the work we hope to be known for designing. If so, how is that handled?

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

Fast forward 20+ years and here I am today; a partner in a terrific firm, a previous AIA “Young Architect of the Year” recipient, projects in my portfolio that I am proud of creating, leadership positions in my professional organization (Dallas Chapter American Institute of Architects and the Texas Society of Architects).

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 20, 2013

Home / Graphics / Graphic Standards Graphic Standards Bob Borson — October 21, 2013 — 99 Comments How an architect draws is a reflection of many things – you can frequently tell the priorities of a firm just by looking at the quality of their drawings. I like them.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

Home / Architects / Architects and their Deserted Island Music Architects and their Deserted Island Music Bob Borson — September 30, 2013 — 39 Comments There is a game I like to play, it usually involves someone being stranded on a deserted island … and they have to pick their favorite [ fill in the blank ].

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 13, 2014

instead of moping about as planned i shall produce another diagram for my project! Years ago I felt I had to work all the time to make a difference and advance in my firm. I figure it will force me to go outside and do something active guest this is exactly the post i needed to read. thanks bob. link] Bob Borson eye on the prize!

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 23, 2014

It is crisp,visually clean, and completely transparent in all things associated with the work the firm is currently taking on. Freshome – Design and Architecture – is a site that I think my clients knew about before I did. TX Architect in LA Actually, I feel that even large firms should have web sites like this.

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Architizer

APRIL 20, 2023

Celebrating the work of firms behind these imaginative renderings and visualizations, the following projects showcase ideas on illustration and image today. All three members started their architecture careers working for Harry Gugger in Basel before moving on to firms in New York and Tokyo.

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Architecture Quote

JULY 16, 2020

Where do architectural firms find their potential customers, how do they meet, and what does the architecture market look like in these places? For countless decades, architecture firms have been dependent on word-of-mouth tactics. This includes competent testing and consulting services as neutral trustees of the client.

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