Last Chance to Vote for World Wonders
Tuesday June 26, 2007
You only have a couple more weeks to cast your vote for the New 7 Wonders of the World, a list of the world's greatest structures, according to a global ... Read More
Who says accessibility has to be dull?
Sunday June 24, 2007
A single story Ranch Style house may seem like a good idea if you worry about accessibility. But can a home be accessible and still offer dramatic heights and sweeping ... Read More
See Inside Johnson's Glass House
Friday June 22, 2007
For many years, Philip Johnson lived in his Connecticut house made of glass, overlooking a 47-acre site studded with buildings he designed over the course of his long career. Now, ... Read More
Do You Need an Architect?
Monday June 18, 2007
The stunning homes you see in glossy magazines are almost always custom-designed by licensed architects. They are the unique creations of men and women with the skill and the know-how ... Read More
Why I Hate Vinyl
Friday June 15, 2007
Recently several people asked me what I have against vinyl. Don't homeowners deserve some relief from maintenance woes? Sure they do! But, vinyl isn't the only option for exterior siding. ... Read More
Craftsman House Plans
Saturday June 9, 2007
A reader asks...
I saw a Craftsman Bungalow in North Carolina that I just can't get out of my head. It was such a wonderful plan - very spacious with a ... Read More
Richard Rogers Collects his Prize
Monday June 4, 2007
Today's the day English architect Richard Rogers officially receives the 2007 Pritzker Architecture
Prize, along with a $100,000 grant
and a bronze medallion.
Richard Roger's shimmering, seemingly transparent works (see photos) really ... Read More
Born June 2: Solomon Willard
Saturday June 2, 2007
Leading Boston architect Solomon Willard was born in 1783. Willard is best known for designing the famous "Egyptian revival" Bunker Hill monument. Willard also carved architectural details for many important ... Read More