I don’t think you understand what I’m telling you. I’m not trying to open the door here. I’m trying to open your mind. It’s a simple problem really. Just keep the rain off of them as they enter the building. That’s all you really need to do, right?. Hardly… This is the first impression this building will make. I’m not … Read More
Alternative names for Architecture
Alternatives names for Architecture: Buildobfuscation Preconstruction musings Evilinear Spontaneous Justifications of Form Drawing Awesomptions Lessismoring Building permit application forms Turtleneckage Computer-Aided-Anguish Rectilinearsneers Repetitive dichotomy disorder Miessing Whiteboxing Corbursting Unmarketing Simplicomplication Lonlinesting Cantstruction Roofleakage Aaltoration Angstification Under-penning Financialignments Structuralonely Foundationalizations Grandgesticulates Ennui-lization Eyesorage Formalimitations Hierarchitecting Symmetryfallsinthewoods Trance-formation Louis Kahn The Artist formally known as Architecture . Feel free to add your … Read More
Re: employment inquiry
Dear Architecture, Thanks for your thoughtful note. Although we truly enjoyed your choice of stationary, as well as the cleanliness of the font (that was Helvetica wasn’t it?), we are currently not in a position to hire. Best of luck in your search, Sincerely, The Economy . . . . swiss stamp from Karen Horton’s photostream … Read More
Missing: Architecture – Have you seen me?
. PLEASE POST!. And, send me a photo. First person to post it at the Architecture building at Yale gets a T-shirt. Jody { coffee with an Architect } photo from Lauren Manning’s photostream on Flickr (used under creative commons license)
Architects still need a good slogan
Quality may be as much about perception as it is about reality. It could be that the idea behind the design is less important than the public’s opinion of the design. If you’re trying to appeal to a wide market; if you’re trying to reach an affluent demographic; If you want your work to catch-on; to scale; to go viral? … Read More
Architecture equals awesome minus reality
. Architecture = Form + Function – Financing Architecture = Form + Function – Boring Architecture = Concrete – formwork + inappropriate touching Starchitecture = Ambition + Misguided Passion + Interns / Time – ½ Deadline + lawsuit Arrogance = Architect + wine Architecture = Idea +/– Talent Drafting = Design + Detailing + creepy intern with community college degree … Read More
10 reasons Architects probably won’t fix it
10 reasons Architects probably won’t fix it 1. Architects are not leaders In fact, we wait to follow. Architecture is a service profession. Clients hire us to help implement their vision, if we’re lucky. Or, they hire us because of a legal obligation to have a licensed professional seal a set of drawings, when we aren’t lucky. We don’t define … Read More
An Architect’s Dress Code
An Architect’s Dress code (Revised 9-12-11) Employees contribute to the culture and reputation of the SVEHN JØSSANG ATELJE in the way they present themselves. An Architectural appearance is essential to a favorable impression with clients, and company shareholders (ie. Svehn). Good grooming and appropriate dress should reflect an employee’s confidence in his/her aesthetic convictions and inspire others to realize that … Read More
A few things that make Architecture difficult if not impossible
A few things that make Architecture difficult if not impossible: An overwhelming lack of interest in you and/or your work. After working all day on the same detail, you suddenly realize you forgot that they turned off the power this morning, plus, you haven’t eaten, and you’re homeless. Your client is a giant baby. (not metaphorically – actually a giant … Read More
Architect or Zombie?
ARCHITECT or ZOMBIE? His skin has a pale grey hue under these lights. He is weary but unable to sleep. His breath smells terrible. He has Nick Nolte hair. Today he stood in front of a small disinterested crowd, slowly waving his arms while mumbling. He is unemotional, showing little concern for the needs of others. He is in a … Read More
A brief guide for recently hired interns
A brief guide to recently hired Architectural interns at Svehn-Björner-Rödskägg Design Collective: If you take the last cup of coffee, make a new pot, and return your key-card to Anneka. She will escort you out of the building. Remove shoes prior to entering the contemplation gallery. Do NOT place shoes on the stainless steel bench outside the glass doors. All … Read More
I need an Architectural pep talk
It’s official. I have angsted myself into a corner. I am in need of some inspiration. It doesn’t need to be Architectural inspiration, because that can be a little…. (what’s a nice way to say self indulgent?) nevermind. I’m drained. Maybe it’s the consistent blaring of sirens coming from the stock market. Maybe my arms are getting sore from digging … Read More