Richard Rogers Wins the Pritzker
Thursday March 29, 2007
In the world of architecture, a Pritzker is like an Emmy, an Oscar, and a Nobel Prize all rolled into one. This year's winner, British architect Richard Rogers, has been ... Read More
Cobblestone Houses
Tuesday March 27, 2007
No, those aren't eggs stuck in concrete. The unusual wall is a type of cobblestone construction unique to western New York State. The stones come from ancient glacier deposits, and ... Read More
Before You Remodel
Saturday March 24, 2007
It all begins with a dream. Cathedral ceilings! Skylights! Room-sized closets! But, watch out... The dream may turn into a nightmare, unless you plan ahead. Before you remodel, check out ... Read More
Picking Paint Colors
Wednesday March 21, 2007
Here in snow country, the world is looking gray right now. Still, it's not too soon to plan summer painting projects. It will take me at least 3 months to ... Read More
House Helpline: California Western
Sunday March 18, 2007
According to legend, WC Fields once stayed at this 1927 California home overlooking Wildwood Canyon. "I am sooooo curious about the style," the owner says. Ideas?
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Spring Building Projects
Sunday March 11, 2007
Spring is sprung! (Well, almost.) It's not too early to plan your outdoor home improvement projects. What does this have to do with architecture? Everything, if you consider aesthetics ... Read More