beckyJul 151 min readWhy Hire an Architect?Professional Licensing Architects are licensed by the state and are the only professionals licensed to practice architectural design. By...
beckyJul 102 min readWith a Focus on Craft"In a world where mass production and fleeting trends prevail, I value craftsmanship and quality. I am a guardian of architectural...
beckyJul 82 min readSpaces, Not "Stuff"If you've ever spent any time with an architect, you might notice they talk about buildings as space. They say stuff like, "And with this...
beckyJul 82 min readA Tale of Small Retail DesignI had a small business owner reach out to me recently about some construction work done in her new consignment shop. She hired a...
beckyMar 175 min readSome tips for selecting paint colorsIf you like a color, find that color on the neutral palate, NOT on the color palate. This is because the color will be much more intense...
beckyMar 163 min readDesignwise GlossaryIn architecture, construction, and real estate there are many specialized terms. I've compiled a list of some of these terms and their...
beckyMar 132 min readWhat sets Architects Apart?Besides technical skills, what sets architects apart? Empathy for the end users. Architects seek to understand the needs, desires, and...
beckyMar 133 min readHiring an Architect is Expensive!I hear this a lot. But is it really true? Whenever we evaluate the cost of something we must also consider what is included. An architect...