Not all space has to be created by making finite square footage. Architects understand that creating a space includes considering the emotional aspect of how it feels to be inside of a space. We all tend to like similar features: …
āCraftsmanship names an enduring, basic human impulse, the desire to do a job well for its own sake.ā- from āThe Craftsmanā by Richard Sennet It has been argued that while art is subjective, craftsmanship is not. Craft is at the …
Small interiors are becoming more common in urban places. Making a small interior look large is one of the challenges facing architects and interior designers. Some designers use optical illusions to make space appear larger, while others use innovative technology …
For many, particularly young people entering the market and older people leaving the workforce, the American dream of a big house on several acres land can be a distant fantasy. Ā And even for those who are living the dream, a …
Most people call to mind a childrensā play structure when they think of a treehouse, however there is a growing movement of construction of livable treehouses as long-term dwellings that is similar to the tiny house movement. Due to housing …
An Architect can take on several key roles throughout the construction process – so you should be aware of the these different aspects. While generally hired to draft and design plans for complex projects, they are also capable of taking …
With recent interest rates going up, and many peopleās buying power going down as a result, lots of potential homebuyers put their plans to purchase or build a new home on the backburner.Ā Similarly with homeowners that already own property, …
If you are planning to renovate or build, a feasibility study is the first recommended step and is THE most valuable thing you can do in the planning stages of your project. Proper planning can help you avoid the #1 …
We all know the feeling of burnout that can come with our day-to-day routines.Ā Traffic, pollution, deadlines, ringing phones, crowds, packed schedulesā¦ all of the daily stressors of living in the city plus occupational overload which many of us experience …
Many of you may already know Seth Donnell. Heās been a pivotal member of the Root Architecture and Development team almost since our inception. He began with Root as an architectural associate while he was completing his graduate degree at …
