Busy summer working has kept me away from the blog. Spent a fair bit of time in mexico and also had a job working as a set designer on a TV show (more to come...).
Always been interested in alternative careers with an architectural degree or experience. Thought this was a good article...architectural consultant for assassins creed.
architectural consultant for assassins creed
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Friday, December 19, 2014
House of the week
So, I think this confirms what I already knew....I really like bunker architecture.
Surprisingly warm spaces, and great play of light and shadow. Would translate very well to the Yucatan.
http://www.homedsgn.com/2014/12/18/house-in-brissago-by-wespi-de-meuron-romeo-architects/#more-140420
Surprisingly warm spaces, and great play of light and shadow. Would translate very well to the Yucatan.
http://www.homedsgn.com/2014/12/18/house-in-brissago-by-wespi-de-meuron-romeo-architects/#more-140420
Modern Mexican architecture
Good article on the rise of Mexican architecture, particularly in Mexico City....
http://www.archdaily.com/578245/the-mexican-moment-the-rise-of-architecture-s-latest-design-capital/?ad_medium=widget&ad_name=editors-choice&ad_content=578245
http://www.archdaily.com/578245/the-mexican-moment-the-rise-of-architecture-s-latest-design-capital/?ad_medium=widget&ad_name=editors-choice&ad_content=578245
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
House of the week
This one doesn't really cry out for attention - it's a very simple and modest house. I like a few things about it. Firstly, it's in Bruge, which is a really great place (I went there long before the movie as well).
I also like the simple volumes, the welcoming transition between inside and outside, the material palette and the private studio space.
Belgium really is producing some great architecture.
http://www.archdaily.com/567207/house-vvk-ur-architects/
I also like the simple volumes, the welcoming transition between inside and outside, the material palette and the private studio space.
Belgium really is producing some great architecture.
http://www.archdaily.com/567207/house-vvk-ur-architects/
Sunday, November 2, 2014
Interesting lecture video
Have to admit, I didn't listen to the whole thing though....
"Estudio Macías Peredo is led by Salvador Macías Corona and Magui Peredo Arenas and is based in Guadalajara, Mexico. In their lecture as one of the winners of the Architectural League’s annual Emerging Voices awards, Corona and Arenas reveal the ways in which the local conditions and building traditions of their country have become creative drivers for their contemporary practice of architecture. They have a shared interest in primitive buildings, seeking to incorporate some of the inherent abstract qualities of primitive structures in ways that address contemporary issues".
http://www.archdaily.com/563516/emerging-voices-estudio-macias-peredo/
"Estudio Macías Peredo is led by Salvador Macías Corona and Magui Peredo Arenas and is based in Guadalajara, Mexico. In their lecture as one of the winners of the Architectural League’s annual Emerging Voices awards, Corona and Arenas reveal the ways in which the local conditions and building traditions of their country have become creative drivers for their contemporary practice of architecture. They have a shared interest in primitive buildings, seeking to incorporate some of the inherent abstract qualities of primitive structures in ways that address contemporary issues".
http://www.archdaily.com/563516/emerging-voices-estudio-macias-peredo/
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
An App That Draws Accurate Floor Plans In Minutes
Pretty impressive. Now all I need is a phone.....
RoomScan is an app for iOS which draws floor plans in minutes – touching your device to a wall is the only input required. Using the iPhone’s internal sensors, Room Scan recognises a sequence of flat vertical surfaces, measuring the distance in between and creating impressively accurate plans. When you come to a door, you just tap the phone to the door frame and continue. Claiming that measurements are accurate to the nearest 10cm (or 6 inches), this app – the basic features of which are available for free - is not only great fun to play with, but also considerably useful in every day situations.
The app allows for even more accurate measurements when combined with a laser measure, offering the ability to input your secondary measurements to create a “perfect” plan. You can then export the drawing as either a PDF or DXF for AutoCAD or SketchUp. The technology behind it has a patent pending.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
House of the week
It's called the Yucatan House, which got me really confused as it is in Brazil. Which makes sense when you look at the lush vegetation.
http://www.homedsgn.com/2012/11/14/yucatan-house-by-isay-weinfeld/
http://www.homedsgn.com/2012/11/14/yucatan-house-by-isay-weinfeld/
Monday, September 8, 2014
House of the week
Hope I haven't done this one before, but it's good enough to post twice anyways.
Simple, elegant box that blends in so well in the surroundings. It's not a house - just a summer studio, but I'd be tempted to brave those winters for a place like this.
http://www.homedsgn.com/2011/12/06/williams-studio-by-gh3/
Simple, elegant box that blends in so well in the surroundings. It's not a house - just a summer studio, but I'd be tempted to brave those winters for a place like this.
http://www.homedsgn.com/2011/12/06/williams-studio-by-gh3/
Sunday, August 31, 2014
The importance of sketching
Good video for students to watch and listen too.
"The computer is a machine, but when you're drawing, it's an instant connection between your brain and the paper...."
http://www.crane.tv/sheppard-robson-architects
"The computer is a machine, but when you're drawing, it's an instant connection between your brain and the paper...."
http://www.crane.tv/sheppard-robson-architects
Thursday, July 17, 2014
House of the week
Beautiful home with lots of interesting ideas that could translate well to Mexico
http://www.homedsgn.com/2014/07/17/villa-cp-by-zest-architecture/
http://www.homedsgn.com/2014/07/17/villa-cp-by-zest-architecture/
Sunday, July 6, 2014
House of the week
I like that it isn't trying too hard with all the latest trends - yes, it has a corrugated metal container, sustainable features and a great material palette. The interior looks very comfortable and peaceful, and the garden/landscape is great...
http://www.dezeen.com/2014/07/05/eagle-ridge-residence-house-gary-gladwish-architecture/
http://www.dezeen.com/2014/07/05/eagle-ridge-residence-house-gary-gladwish-architecture/
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
New casita design
So, the latest casita design is making me happy for a few reasons....
I thought such a tall building would have a negative impact on the immediate surroundings (most importantly casa Amanda), but after modeling it up, it looks pretty good at around 17'-18'. It does mean that the ceiling heights will be low and less dramatic, but I've always found a small bedroom to be easier to cool (and therefore sleep in).
The two story space also means it has a smaller footprint on the small garden, which helps a bit. We still have our eye on the next door vacant jungle, but I'm not holding out any hope for that, or having the design dependent on that happening. If it does, think 'pool', big lap pool.
There is an obvious Barragan influence in the entry space with the staircase and control of light. I haven't gotten around to designing the floors yet, or the garden. The most important thing is getting the space right so we can get the drawings in for permit.
Saturday, June 14, 2014
House of the week
Now that I realize I have people actually looking at the blog, I'm going to have to up my blogging game.
Really nice house in Mexico City....
http://www.archdaily.com/364812/casa-del-rio-jose-alfonso-quinones-rios/
Had my first trip to Mexico City this year, and really enjoyed it. Highly recommend a tour of Luis Barragan's house.
Monday, May 19, 2014
Merida House Dos
Haven't been around school at all since spring break, but it great to hear from students interested in the house. The design has evolved now to a point where I think it is really starting to make sense. The house needs to work as a separate (rentable) space, but it also needs to work if/when we bust through the wall and turn it into one bigger house.
I think we might finally have done that.
Here are some updated images, and I'll try and post some plans and drawings that better explain it later....
Main house - renovated
I think we might finally have done that.
Here are some updated images, and I'll try and post some plans and drawings that better explain it later....
Main house - renovated
Main house outdoor space (and future connection to Casa Amanda to left)
Looking back to casita
Casita interior
Main house entry/office space (bad rendering)
Saturday, February 1, 2014
House expansion in Merida
Been awhile since my last post, but I was pleased to hear from a couple of students that they were actually following the blog and wanted to see some designs for the new house.
We purchased our neighbour's property before Christmas and take possession at the end of February. I haven't stopped tinkering with the design, and have been wrestling with the best way to utilize the new space as a separate house, without compromising the overall potential of the properties as a whole.
Three distinctly different options have emerged, and I think we've finally settled on a solution that maximizes the outdoor space and garden, while creating a very open and inviting space. I'll be curious to hear any comments, especially from students who I had do a theoretical design for the space in my BLDG 4405 class last year.
Option One is the front runner, Option Two is a more traditional terrace, and Option Three is more enclosed and sheltered. I'll post more renderings and drawings later.....
Option One
We purchased our neighbour's property before Christmas and take possession at the end of February. I haven't stopped tinkering with the design, and have been wrestling with the best way to utilize the new space as a separate house, without compromising the overall potential of the properties as a whole.
Three distinctly different options have emerged, and I think we've finally settled on a solution that maximizes the outdoor space and garden, while creating a very open and inviting space. I'll be curious to hear any comments, especially from students who I had do a theoretical design for the space in my BLDG 4405 class last year.
Option One is the front runner, Option Two is a more traditional terrace, and Option Three is more enclosed and sheltered. I'll post more renderings and drawings later.....
Option One
Friday, November 8, 2013
Great use of wood
Really like this building - the Norwegians have a way with wood, and a great tradition of modern architecture.
http://snohetta.com/project/2-tverrfjellhytta-norwegian-wild-reindeer-pavilion
http://snohetta.com/project/2-tverrfjellhytta-norwegian-wild-reindeer-pavilion
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Natural Pools
I've been fairly obsessed with this concept lately - it just seems such a good idea. No chemicals, no heating, no energy use....a natural ecosystem that you can relax in and enjoy.
Here is a great example of a natural pool (Germany, of course)....
http://www.homedsgn.com/2013/09/04/natural-pool-by-balena-gmbh/
Here is a great example of a natural pool (Germany, of course)....
http://www.homedsgn.com/2013/09/04/natural-pool-by-balena-gmbh/
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)