Welcome to our Weblog experiment that introduces Michael Huber Architects to the Social Media world. We are an innovative architectural firm located in the Minneapolis, St. Paul area. Join us as we learn how to post, tweet and video-blog while discussing our thoughts on design and related topics. We invite everyone to participate in the process by viewing, reading and commenting.
May
0
Automated Dorm Room
Here is something fun for a Friday. Back in my day it was mousetraps, string and ping-pong balls to automate our goofiness. If I was in college today, I could totally see myself doing this -after I finished my studies of course… Enjoy!
Source: Geekology
May
0
Staple City
100,000 staples arranged into a City in 40 hours. Artist Peter Root took the challenge. An interesting urban study using a standard office supply.
Click HERE for additional photos.
Apr
1
Podcast #34 -Landscaping
Today we speak with Chris Matson from Environmental Landscape Management, Inc. A few questions discussed include:
-What is your approach and philosophy to landscape design?
-Walk me through the process of working on a landscape project.
-Are you seeing trends to a more ‘natural’ landscape vs traditional or formal?
-How do you integrate the design/plant selections with the site and architecture?
Feel free to contact Chris at 715-386-7100
or email him at chris@elmonline.com
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Apr
0
Michael Graves -Home
I was fortunate to be the local Project Manager for Michael Graves and help create a Pavilion here in the Twin Cities. Ironically, I only met him while in a bathroom in Washington DC… long story. I ran across this video of him describing the process he went through in remodeling his own home. Definitely worth a watch.
This piece was created for Dwell by Gary Nadeau.
Apr
0
Turntable Art
When I was a young boy, I had rigged up an old turntable with an arm hanging from the ceiling that would randomly move and scratch my back. (Did I just admit that?) Artist Robert Howsare created this ‘lazy man’s Spirograph’ using a similar idea. It is mesmerizing to watch and spins out a nice piece to hang on your wall.
Apr
0
The Future Tech House
The layering of technology in our homes is inevitable and already occurring at an accelerated rate. We built our home only 8 years ago and some technologies I had anticipated have been passed up by others. Who knows were we will be in another 8 years? This video from Openarch takes a stab at that vision. Some fun (and silly) ideas ensue. Enjoy!
Openarch || FILM from Openarch on Vimeo.
Mar
0
Twin Cities Remodel -The End?
We wanted to post a quick update on this project and show a few of the ‘test’ concepts. This initial effort was to incorporate the entire Client wishlist and see how this small home could be transformed. The tough part, which we all knew, was getting feedback and reality checks from contractors, banks and realtors. The problem with this project is not the house, it’s the site. A third of the property would need to be excavated and hauled out of a city setting just for a new garage. That is a big chunk of any budget.
The other challenge is that this project was looked at as a development opportunity and could the neighborhood actually support this financial investment? Now comes the tough part for the Client – evaluating all of the feedback, adjusting priorities and deciding which way to go… Stay tuned!
Mar
0
The Art of Drawing
I’ll admit it. The one thing I could never do very well is draw people. Buildings, landscapes, no problem -but people… not so much. I don’t know if the human form is too complex or intimidating for me to capture so I am always amazed when someone can make it look easy. Take a look at this video of Dave de Leeuw making me envious.
Mar
0
Podcast #33 -Not just for floors anymore!
Today we speak with Tom Graf, founder of Concrete Arts. Tom is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about concrete. His company is on the innovative edge with chemistry, finishes and the basic limits of concrete. A few questions discussed include:
-What is the history of concrete?
-What ways is concrete being used today?
-What types if finishes and sealers are available?
-Explain the sustainability of concrete.
Please subscribe to these podcasts also via iTunes. Search for the title ‘Design & Other Fun Stuff’.
Mar
0
What makes a Home Special?
A simple story of a man and his home. Take time to stop, engage and invite. You’ll never know what adventure you will go on…
Source: Departure/Arrival Films
Mar
0
Kinetic Furniture
This sculptural double-sided bench transforms as you ‘take a load off’. This was digitally designed to maximize 19 sheets of plywood with minimal waste. It looks like it would be comfortable…unless someone jumps on the other side!
See the original post here from the Contemporist
Feb
4
Twin Cities Remodel -Part 1
This is Part 1 of a series where we take a 1920′s era house and transform it into modern and fresh home for an old friend… not that we are old! Follow along (subscribe!) as we face many design, budget and construction decisions as well as navigate through the process of remodeling in an urban setting.
