Life of an Architect

APRIL 2, 2014

Home / Blog / To Delete or Not To Delete … To Delete or Not To Delete … Bob Borson — April 3, 2014 — 91 Comments There are times when I am a glass is half-full sort of person and there are times when I am a glass-half-full-needs-to-be-poured-over-your-head type person. To sum up, I am not my blog.

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DECEMBER 19, 2020

The alarm clock song we woke up to the day of our flight from Portland to New York: It was a strange time to move to New York. At the time we were unsure if we made the right decision, but looking back in many ways it worked out for the best. Perhaps a once in a lifetime opportunity: Times Square with no crowds or cars.

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APRIL 27, 2014

Home / Construction / KHouse Modern – Foundation Progress KHouse Modern – Foundation Progress Bob Borson — April 28, 2014 — 45 Comments If you are an architect, and you like to get things built, getting the foundation going on a project is one of the most exciting times to be found. link] Bob Borson Terrific!

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DECEMBER 11, 2013

That’s a long time to work at developing the skills it takes to practice architecture. … kids will take a chance. What we do know is, if you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original …And by the time they get to be adults, most kids have lost that capacity. Am I right?

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APRIL 15, 2014

My priorities have changed, I have life insurance now ( nobody who’s “golden” has life insurance ) and I spend time worrying that I’m not saving enough money to pay for an Ivy League college. I am a principle and an owner in the firm and I don’t think I’m going anywhere any time soon.

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MAY 11, 2014

I think that I owe it to the contractors that I convince to donate their time and their money to support this cause to design a playhouse that doesn’t become a financial burden to them. Once I worked through all my concept and design sketches, I normally take the time to model the playhouse in SketchUp. best wishes!

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

Fast forward 20+ years and things have changed … I may have an easy time standing up in front of a lot of people and talking now but that wasn’t always the case. Well, time heals all wounds and I have been steadily adding to my long running Do You want to be an Architect? may I make a suggestion for a blog post?

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MAY 16, 2014

Other times, we find out we changed their lives forever. Kerry Hogue the real test on whether a fortune cookie’s fortune is worth the scrap of paper it’s written on or not is if the “lucky numbers” result in early retirement come Sunday morning. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.'

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FEBRUARY 16, 2014

I am currently sitting in my preferred “blog-writing” spot on the couch, it’s Sunday afternoon and rather than finish the post I’ve started, I’m more in the mood to work on my vacation plans. Why not do both … a blog post on my vacation? I suppose we’ll also pop over to Woodhenge as well.

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OCTOBER 23, 2013

I was 22 years old and had done very little traveling of any kind … through the good graces of my parents, The University of Texas School of Architecture, and Virginia Tech, I was able to travel extensively at an age when I was barely prepared to do much of anything in the real world. This is an envelope from one of the letters I sent.

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APRIL 6, 2014

Now that I’ve been at this “architect” thing for a little while, I can look back at my sketches, all the way back to my time in school, and see how my sketch technique has evolved and how that technique has shaped my architectural solutions. yes, those are real architectural words in case you’re wondering …).

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OCTOBER 6, 2013

You would hope that the only time this phrase is issued is when a 4 year old is involved and even then … kind of dodgy. However it was perhaps one of the most frustrating moments i’ve had and did not like making any of those statements but the project did finish on time as there was a tight schedule as well as on budget.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2013

I look at the artistry in each of these images and marvel at the views that are selected, the colors that are used, the framing of the image on the page … I hope you can appreciate the time, effort, skill, and dedication to their craft that each of these illustrators has demonstrated. ” reaction. You’re right. Great post.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2013

Good thing no one was at home at the time, I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving! ParadigmGallery so sorry… been there more then a couple of times…just an awful feeling! link] Bob Borson a couple of times? All things considered, I really don’t feel too bad. Glad all are safe and sound.

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OCTOBER 30, 2013

Home / Architects / Architectural Tricks of the Trade Architectural Tricks of the Trade Bob Borson — October 31, 2013 — 55 Comments Architects have all sorts of mannerisms and processes in place that seem to transcend their time and place. I know the Rural Studio and $20k house folks seemed to reference it at times in their posts.

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MARCH 2, 2014

Normally I only focus on one project at a time but there are things about the CHouse Modern that I think will make it worth exposing to people who visit this website. Post tension construction was introduced in France in the 1930′s and was first used in the US some time starting in the 1950′s. anyway that apart.

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JUNE 15, 2014

The last time I showed you the house , it was about 15% complete with the structurally insulated panels (SIPs) going in. Since that time, the rest of the SIPs were put in place, the roof has gone on, interior electrical, HVAC and plumbing rough has been completed. Other than that, this project has been moving along extremely well.

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OCTOBER 1, 2013

Surprisingly, I get asked this question in some form or fashion all the time and responding to these emails typically requires some finesse. So I spent some time looking back at how I finally got to where I am … what was it that helped me get here ? You must be good person and find time for everything you like to do.

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MARCH 30, 2014

The SIP research home was five times more airtight than the wood-frame room when measured by a blower door test. Just letting you know in advance so you don’t feel the need to correct me next time you and I are talking SIPs over a beer. Integral Insulation - solid core is expanded polystyrene (EPS) which has an R value of 3.8/inch

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DECEMBER 4, 2013

Since marble is a natural product, it is going to evolve and change over time and with use no matter how much you baby it. However, there have been times when I’ve had a party and I’m playing bartender , and in my haste to be a good host, I might slop a teeny-tiny bit when mixing up my cocktails.

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JUNE 11, 2014

Most people have heard of a pier and beam foundation at some point in their lives but more times than not, they don’t really understand how it works – even the “experts” get it wrong. Home Inspector : Son, I’ve been doing this a long time. Bob : Uh-huh … right. because thats what. Tom Great post Bob.

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DECEMBER 1, 2013

When I have a design task for someone, particularly when they are young or generally inexperienced in the real world of design-related problem solving, I am trying to teach them how to go about solving a problem in a fast and efficient manner. grit your teeth and do twice the amount in half the time, it’s called work.

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The Spaces

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Of the sale, Clark told The Wall Street Journal, ‘I’ve never made money on real estate until now.’ Photography: Allen J Schaben / Los Angeles Times/ Getty Images. Its price tag affords it a lush, intimate setting and elevated mountain views. Christian Angle Real Estate has the listing. The couple paid $94.2m

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Life of an Architect

JUNE 1, 2014

On occasion I will share one of these stories with my wife or one of my sisters – both who hold significant leadership positions in real companies – and their mouths are left agape at some of the things they hear coming out of my mouth. There was a gap in between two planks that had formed over time from various reasons.

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DECEMBER 29, 2013

Home / Blog / Out with the Old, In with the New Out with the Old, In with the New Bob Borson — December 30, 2013 — 58 Comments It’s pre-dawn on a Sunday and I am currently sitting in my kitchen, the rest of my house still in bed, trying to get my bearings in place before the new year kicks off in earnest.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Now – the real objective of me pointing out some of the items that are on the list of “What Home Buyers Really Want” is that there is an underlying theme to these items. window of time after the wash cycle and emptying, so that it doesn’t ever get an opportunity to go feral. No, I didn’t either.

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OCTOBER 20, 2013

May not seem like a big deal to you but I’m in my 5th office since that time. As a result, we have been going piece by piece (at times) through the drawings and evaluating how the drawings look and if they convey the information we are striving for … do they look hand drawn ? I think the computer made things worse.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2014

I suppose that this seems fortuitous to some people but there were times when this presented serious complications. Luckily for me, I managed to pull myself together in time and figure out how to go about my business. Deciding to write this blog has in many ways become a watershed moment for me in my career.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2013

It is a process … it takes time, and despite the fact that legendary Finnish architect Alvar Aalto said “You can’t chew pencils and spit ideas”, being creative is work and you shouldn’t expect to sit down and be struck with genius … at least not all the time. Renzo Piano Kimbell Art.

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MAY 28, 2014

I frequently receive requests from people to share with them the books I am currently reading but since I don’t have time to read any of the books I buy, I’ve asked long-time friend, fellow architect, business partner and bibliophile Michael Malone, AIA to share which books he is currently reading.

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DECEMBER 8, 2013

During this time I met people and made connections that helped shape my early career and in the years since have continued to serve me well because almost every job I’ve ever had was through connections I made while serving. As proud as I am of this recognition, I am more proud of the things I accomplished during this time.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

Home / Blog / Responsibility: Don’t Be a Dunce Responsibility: Don’t Be a Dunce Bob Borson — September 16, 2013 — 24 Comments Did you know that the word “dunce” is meant to refer to someone who is a slow learner? Make no mistake, I am not particularly special, I am just observant and have good timing.

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JUNE 9, 2014

Home / Architects / … because that’s what architects do for fun … because that’s what architects do for fun Bob Borson — June 10, 2014 — 39 Comments I don’t have a lot of spare time on my hands … in fact the last few weeks have been brutal. Hmmmm … if only one of us knew how to draw stuff.

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APRIL 30, 2014

While their main task is still the storage, preparation, and presentation of food, kitchens play an important role in how we live and – in our busy lives – how we spend time with our family. Why Architects should Blog Theresa Hi Bob: I know you professionally and you’ll do great at this task! Can’t wait for it.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Home / Holidays / What to Get an Architect for Christmas (2013) What to Get an Architect for Christmas (2013) Bob Borson — November 21, 2013 — 27 Comments It’s that time a year again – the highly anticipated “What to get an Architect for Christmas” post! Plenty of time for trial and error tastings.

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MAY 21, 2014

Took three years “off” during the Great Recession to be a full-time Firefighter, saving lives and running into burning buildings! This is the first time I’ve acknowledged this fact! I can lick my nose and my elbow (at the same time!) Makes me rethink my position that architects don’t have real hobbies.

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EntreArchitect

JULY 10, 2018

Freshbooks, the cloud based accounting software that makes running your small firm easy, fast and secure, spend less time on accounting, more time doing the work that you love. He travels around the world and does lectures you know, all the time. So it’s an exciting time to be in Neil’s office for sure.

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