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Work From Home: Transition steps for architects and designers.

For most service-based businesses the prospect of working from home might feel overwhelming and frankly quite scary. The increasing uncertainty and anxiety about the personal dangers from the epidemic and its impact on the economy will make the challenge of adjusting to these work changes even greater. In this article I cover strategies that you […]

Architecture Is Human: Part I – The Humanity of Making Things

Architecture only exists in humanity. Burrows, hives, nests and anthills are creations of instinct, not design, despite their exquisite beauty. Humanity is distinct from all other life on earth because, for us, instinct is inadequate. So it is with architecture. Outcomes in architecture are twofold. First, like the designs of instinct, any building must protect […]

What Is Your Favorite “F” Word

Yes, you read that correctly. As a Sandler Trainer, my favorite F word is FUDWACA. Yes, FUDWACA, but more on that later. We have all heard the term 30-second commercial or elevator pitch.  We all most likely have a few different versions, depending on our audience. The 30-second commercial is not a new technique. It has been […]

Leadership – Is it Common Sense?

by Greg Burke, FAIA, NCARB Is there such a thing as common sense leadership. Quoting Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana, “…the short answer is yes! The long answer is Hell Yes!” In previous articles we have looked at traits and styles of leadership. The main question about leadership is can anyone do it? The answer […]

Taking A Different Path

This post was originally published on the newsletter “A Better Built Environment.” You can check out other posts and subscribe for free here: https://blog.lucasgraydesign.com There is no right way to pursue a career in architecture. There are a myriad ways each of us can impact the profession, serve clients and the public, and design a […]

Unconventionally Framed: When to Enlist the Expertise of a Structural Engineer

by Kari Sebern – Vector Collaborative It’s a fact; many times residential structures are simple and straight-forward enough that a structural engineer is not required.  Pre-engineered wood roof trusses and engineered wood floor joists or trusses are common. The International Residential Code (IRC) offers prescriptive design measures for basic foundation walls and footings. Small, punched […]