Archive for November, 2011

Nov
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DIY Design -Table Lamp

DIY Design -Table Lamp

Not finding economical (and cool) bedside table lamps, I decided to build my own. I used miscellaneous pieces of aluminum angle, steel, brass/steel rods and my favorite -a truss plate, to make the basic fixture. I then picked up some electrical components including a 15 watt bulb and that’s it! Click on the images to enlarge.

Nov
2

Manhattan Shoebox Apartment

Could you live (and be happy) in a 78 square foot apartment? This young architect is and is an inspiration with his attitude. Makes me thankful for all I have and reminds me to enjoy the journey.
Source: Fair Companies

Nov
3

AIA ‘Using Video’ Presentation

I was honored to be asked to make a presentation at the AIA Minnesota Convention this past week. The gist was to discuss using video to help convey not only the visual but experiential aspects of architecture. This video was one of several I showed and was used to explain some DIY info. Unfortunately, it is not meant as a stand-alone but was paired with a Power Point presentation on how it was put together… (and there are a few inside jokes included for the attended audience). Afterwards, participants asked that I post it and include some links of DIY Video Resources -so here you go! Thanks everyone for your interest!

Learning DSLR Video, CheesyCam, DSLR Video Shooter, Film Riot, The Frugal Filmaker, Vimeo Video School

Nov
0

How to build an Eames Shell Chair

There is nothing to building a basic fiberglass chair…right? That’s what I thought until I watched this video of how it was done. There has always been an appreciation and nostalgia for Eames furniture. This video reinforces that. Let me know what you think.
Source: I like architecture

Nov
3

Project Update -Bald Eagle Lake

Project Update -Bald Eagle Lake

We are having fun with this project! An overall plan and design direction is set but the main discussion over the past month related to the roof form. The flat roof was out of the running early. The Owner’s had always desired an offset barrel roof but the shed roof was intriguing as well. Each had their pros and cons as it related to the interior and exterior function, aesthetic and costs. After much discussion and many sketches, the Owners decided to stay with their original desire for the offset barrel.

We are now working on the folding in the details, including the finishes and textures. Be sure to check previous posts to see how this project began! Click on the images below to enlarge.

Contractor: Cates Fine Homes