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The Problem with Architects

spencer — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:34:44 +0000

One of the things that has been the most disturbing to me since I graduated and joined the world of working architects is how little our craft seems to be understood in the United States, not to mention how little demand there is for architects to work on projects. There is a discussion raging [...]

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The Problem with Architects

Fairfax Circle

spencer — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:15:42 +0000

[Image via The Library of Virginia.] There has been a number of posts recently online decrying planning moves by Fairfax City that have been seen as anti-pedestrian and pro-vehicle. I believe that Fairfax Circle is the perfect place for Fairfax to make some planning changes that can be both car and pedestrian friendly. As [...]

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Fairfax Circle

Tuesday – Time for Links

spencer — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:49:32 +0000

I was not able to post anything yesterday, because I had a job interview. Now I present you my weekly links of interest. I have a new article on DC Metrocentric This one is a further exploration on my opinions of the Solar Decathlon. In case you missed it last week, I wrote an article [...]

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Tuesday – Time for Links

Solar Decathlon

spencer — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:33:54 +0000

Today I headed down to the Solar Decathlon on the National Mall. While there I was able to tour 15 of the 20 homes. I was happy to see that the Mall was crowded with people braving the wet and cold to visit these houses, even if that meant that the lines for [...]

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Solar Decathlon

Wednesday – App Review – CardSnap

spencer — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:11:16 +0000

It took me a while to find an app that could successfully translate any business card into a contact. I tried out apps that limited the number of contact fields and the types of fields (e.g., no e-mail addresses or job titles), but eventually decided to bite the bullet and pay the rather hefty [...]

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Wednesday – App Review – CardSnap

Tuesday – Time for Links

spencer — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:55:33 +0000

I’ve always been a fan of transformer furniture, Treehugger has a post about an auditorium chair that transforms into a solid sloped plane when not in use. I could image using furniture like this to make a studio apartment have multiple uses. Archipreneur highlights an apartment in NYC which is centered around a ribbon of concrete. [...]

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Tuesday – Time for Links

Terminal Studio

spencer — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:30:05 +0000

So last night I had a really interesting dream. In it, there was a national requirement that once you received your architecture license you had to return to Architecture school for an additional “Comprehensive” studio, but this time include all of the practical knowledge that your license conveys. While I have to say, the concept [...]

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Terminal Studio

Medical mysteries

spencer — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:08:43 +0000

So, in addition to putting together our first permit set this week and having our first paint color consultation with a client, I have been feeling really sick. This is why I haven’t updated the last two days. I’ve been exhausted and had no appetite (yay! Weight loss!) and been having a series [...]

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Medical mysteries

En charette

spencer — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:58:16 +0000

There will be no update today, I am busy working on a deadline. Post from: selophane.blogEn charette

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En charette

Tuesday – Time for Links

spencer — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:07:27 +0000

Tree hugger has a list of 7 ways that the building industry can help reduce climate change. While many of the things on this list, like planning for people not cars and providing natural ventilation, are standard ideas for anyone who has been to architecture school since the 1970’s, this list is a great [...]

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Tuesday – Time for Links