. 1. Architects broke it It’s probably our fault to begin with. I don’t really know the exact numbers, but buildings use more fossil fuels than cars, construction debris makes up the highest percentage of our landfills, building roofs and parking lots account for the majority of storm water run-out issues, and Market driven greed for greater and greater … Read More
Architecture without
. Architecture without context isn’t actually Architecture Architecture without people is just an elaborate form of drainage Architecture without passion is pointless Architecture without effort is seldom worth the effort Architecture without fear is frightening Architecture without the pressure of mediocrity is sublimely irrelevant Architecture without weakness isn’t human Architecture without direction is aimless Architecture without relevance is oppressively irrelevant … 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
How to get Architecture at a discount
. Architecture doesn’t have to be expensive, if you know the secret: Make sure they know the project will only take 2 weeks (the project will actually take 36-72 weeks) Tell them that their competitor has already given you a quote for 1/2 that amount. However, if the Architectural firm has a Barcelona chair in the lobby you may assume … 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
CTRL+ANGST+DEL
New Autocad Command Shortcuts: . . Please download and print the enclosed pdf and keep by your desk for reference: —-> ( CTRL-ANGST-DEL-shortcuts ) .
Rorschach test for Architects
. I am an Architect. Well that’s what I would have you believe. But am I? really? Ok, sure, I wear black.I have minimal hair. And I’m pretty sure I’ve has used the word “hierarchy” to describe my breakfast cereal. And, yes, I look tired. But, is this enough to claim the esteemed moniker of “Architect”? Do we really want to live … 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
Architecture in 2031
In 2031, I am a practicing Architect “putting myself to the fullest possible use, which is all I think that any conscious entity can ever hope to do.” Building Information Modeling, commonly known as B.I.M., seemed to promise a better way to design the built environment. Each trade working on the project could tap into the virtual model to add and … Read More
The ideal site
The ideal site for my latest masterpiece will be: Isolated yet scenic Rugged, aged, craggy, but pure, and full of primal longing. Sheltered from the day to day monotony of who we’re expected to be. Accessible only by skiffs, or sculls, rowed skillfully, by young and handsome men. Covered in a thick layer of moss and denial. Visited annually, with … Read More