Our homes have been working hard for us during the pandemic, and we've learned that "flexibility" is extremely important … [Read more...] about People Want Flexibility In Their Homes
Architecture for Family Life
TPD #StayAtHome Survey Results Are In
Here at TPD, we spend a lot of time listening to our clients about how they want to be able to use their homes. When it … [Read more...] about TPD #StayAtHome Survey Results Are In
Focus on Flexibility
Within the last couple of weeks, I’ve been seeing more articles about residential architecture and how it will change … [Read more...] about Focus on Flexibility
Join the Conversation
We're eight weeks into the pandemic, and what used to feel strange is starting to feel a little normal, which is even … [Read more...] about Join the Conversation
“Last week, everything changed.”
I was just on my weekly call with a small group of architects from all over the country, a group organized through the … [Read more...] about “Last week, everything changed.”
Open Houses
As the holidays quickly approach, the hubbub of preparation for impending festivities and celebrations goes into high … [Read more...] about Open Houses
Places Where
We were in NYC for a quick trip to celebrate our twentieth anniversary and our oldest child's first parents' weekend at … [Read more...] about Places Where
Summer Empty Nest
We are fledgling empty nesters for another week. Our oldest is in Italy studying Latin for the month of July, and we … [Read more...] about Summer Empty Nest
Five Ways an Architect Can Save You Money
Last weekend was my 25th college reunion (#legendary), and the whole family attended. A 15-hour car ride left me with … [Read more...] about Five Ways an Architect Can Save You Money
Handprints
Groovy. Painted on the floor of a midcentury home's utility/rec room. I love thinking about how the parents of these … [Read more...] about Handprints
Women In Architecture Wednesday
This year, I have been meeting with a group of amazing women at our Birmingham American Institute of Architects chapter … [Read more...] about Women In Architecture Wednesday
“Do you know any contractors?”
Absolutely. I know great contractors who do amazing work. The more important question, however, is who are the … [Read more...] about “Do you know any contractors?”
