What Does the Design Process Look Like?
Overview The architectural journey moves from broad ideas to detailed construction documents in six clear phases.Each step zooms in, locking decisions so later changes don’t derail budget or schedule. The typical design process consists of a series of steps. Each step zooms in closer and in finer detail until Construction Documents that can be used […]
LA Fires and Fire Resilient Design
Overview Western mountain lots sit in wildfire country, so fire‑hardening isn’t optional—it’s smart insurance.Eight design moves can buy firefighters the minutes that save your home. The recent fires in Los Angeles are a reminder to me of the three years I spent living there. I regularly saw articles in the news highlighting concerns over fire […]
The Pretty Good House
There are many standards for building a sustainable house currently available. And all of them are terrible. Passivehaus, Net Zero, LEED, etc. As a professional with significant interest in advancing aims of sustainability in my practice, it may sound inconsistent to criticize these programs as they are the gold star of sustainable design in the […]
Around the Drafting Table: General Contractor is now Live
The next in a series of video interviews is now live. The topic in this Episode is General Contracting. Learn about the process that award winning General Contractor David Thorne, CEO of Construction Management Pros uses to ensure smooth projects each and every time. Part 1 is available now, and part 2 will go live […]
Expect Construction Cost Price Increases
Overview Tariffs, labour shortages and inflation mean building costs rise faster than general prices.Plan ahead or pay the premium. Expect Construction Cost Price Increases The AIA has begun issuing a weekly email series titled “Dear Architect” wherein their staff respond to member questions related to the industry. In the latest issue they tackle the issue […]
The Importance of Acoustics
Overview Looks wow visitors, but sound keeps you comfortable every day.Good home acoustics tame both airborne echo and structure‑borne vibration. https://youtube.com/watch?v=lw16GGx1WGM%3Flist%3DPLzk__JkRUCYeZQ40iaYgF-yIyiY9AW5qd%26enablejsapi%3D1 Home design focuses on how things look. From the overall massing of the home, to the arrangement of the floor plan, to curb appeal, and wow moments that can be generated by engaging the […]
Design of the Cybertruck and Neuroscience
Overview Sharp, asymmetrical designs unsettle people because our brains hunt for symmetry, softness and familiar patterns.Balancing novelty with comfort turns that insight into residential architecture we actually enjoy living in. The design of the Cybertruck as designed by car manufacturer Tesla is…controversial…to put it mildly. I have seen it described as a dumpster, moving safety […]
Logan Utah Architect for Luxury Custom Homes
Overview Designing a custom home in Logan is exciting, but mountain snow loads, steep‑slope sites and brisk permit timelines mean you need a solid plan.Oxford Architect streamlines the journey with Kory Cox’s two decades of luxury expertise, transparent fees and a free Planning Pack you can download today. What Building in Logan Means for You—and How We […]
Around the Drafting Table: Mechanical and Plumbing Engineering is now Live
The next in a series of video interviews is now live. The topic in this Episode is Mechanical and Plumbing Engineering. Learn about the process that Garrett Sorensen from Royal Engineering uses to ensure smooth projects each and every time. Watch on YouTube
Around the Drafting Table: Electrical Engineering is now Live
The next in a series of video interviews is now live. The topic in this Episode is Electrical Engineering. Learn about the process that Dexton Graves from Royal Engineering uses to ensure owners don’t get shocked. Watch on YouTube