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Deus Ex Machina – The Warhol Factory
Deus Ex Machina – The Warhol Factory Over the years of observing architecture and listening to local architects about their designs, I began to see a common thread; one that Andy Warhol saw and ubiqitously exploited so that others … Continue reading
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Res Ipsa Loquitur – The Thing Speaks For Itself
Res Ipsa Loquitur – The Thing Speaks For Itself Res Ipsa Loquitur is a Latin phrase meaning, “the thing speaks for itself.” Much used in common law doctrine and legal jargon. What is interesting though is that such a phrase … Continue reading
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Blind Architect – The Fruition of Perception
In my career, I always think about what I plan on doing or how I want to achieve my passions in Architecture. I never think twice about looking at structures and colors with vibrant textures. The thought wasn’t there until … Continue reading
Perpetual Motion – Different Sustainability
Perpetual Motion – Different Sustainability We always talk about design and how one can create a design that supports sustainability but where does the next level take us? In my opinion, we should move from the obvious of support to … Continue reading
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Kwanzan / Kanzan Cherry Tree – In South Austin, Texas
Kwanzan / Kanzan Cherry Tree in South Austin, Texas April is here and I am so excited to see my prunus serrulata trees bloom. Yes, that is right! These Booht-Kkoht (Korean) or Japanese cherry trees (American) can thrive here in Austin, Texas. … Continue reading
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The Perfect Architectural Client
The Perfect Architectural Client My love and passion for architectural design and construction always makes me wonder what my ultimate client would be like. I know a lot of builders and architects that would prefer clients with unlimited funds … Continue reading
Depth and Volume in Architectural Construction
Depth and Volume – in Architectural Construction? When you look at a basic 3d image, you will see that volume is created with shadowing by having more than once façade shown while depth is an illusion of space from … Continue reading
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Architectural Barriers in Residential Construction
Douglas Keating, AIA Associate © 2012 Structural Environments, L.L.C. Time brings all things to pass. In this, the ancient Greek playwright, Aeschylus, is correct. So it is true that, as we age, we have the opportunity to experience life’s … Continue reading
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Dat Lumen Veritatis – Light Gives Truth
Dat Lumen Veritatis – Light Gives Truth Sometimes at SEV, we are challenged to find a solution that must be both aesthetically pleasing yet purposely functional. One problem we were asked to resolve was a unique one that a homeowner brought … Continue reading
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