When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Finding solutions are at the top of the list during the entire process from SD to CA whether it is simple design issues like lining up joints and seams, construction issues like wall section designs or new green building techniques.
Are you inspired by the work of another architect or artist? If so, who?
Why did you choose a career in architecture? Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Conceptual/Schematic Design. I really enjoy getting to know each Project from the Client’s perspective. The translation of their objectives to a built form takes time and patience. In the end, it is quite a gratifying experience knowing that you were able to contribute to the collaborative process of turning their dreams into an architectural reality that will hopefully inspire others for years to come…
Are you inspired by the work of another architect or artist? If so, who?
Yes – Minimalist Architects such as Tadao Ando. I am intrigued by the role that light plays in the dynamics of Architecture. Composition is everything. I enjoy architecture that effectively interweaves materiality, texture, form, and light.
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
I chose a career in Architecture because I wanted to be in a profession where creativity was at the center. As a musician, I see many parallels between Architecture and Music. Interestingly, it was the band Pink Floyd that inspired me to pursue Architecture as a career path. Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Construction
Where did you go to high school?
St. Charles High School
What was your favorite class in college?
Architectural History and Ice Skating
What is your favorite sport to play? To watch?
To play: golf. To watch: golf, college football (Go ILLINI!) and soccer. Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Comparing the initial design versus what was actually built.
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
Like to draw and build.
Where did you go to high school?
Dundee High School – 1983
What was your favorite class in college?
Art History Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Seeing the idea or concept carried through to the built environment and seeing the reaction of people the first time they enter into that environment and taking note of their reaction.
Are you inspired by the work of another architect or artist? If so, who?
The works of Ken Yeang, Herzog & de Meuron, and Renzo Piano are three personal favorites that I’ve drawn inspiration from. Daniel Libeskind’s Jewish Museum in Berlin has a few of the most powerful spatial experiences that I have felt emotionally and physically.
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
As long as I can remember I have been interested in the built environment. Architecture is truly the greatest of the arts because of its daily influence on people’s lives. I enjoy the challenge of creating something that can have a positive impact on people that begins with a simple idea, a sketch. Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Meeting with clients to help them understand their needs, then develop a program for design.
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
I am a creative person and enjoy the design process. The results of an architect’s design are not fleeting. It provides me with a sense of pride that I am designing something now that will be used and appreciated by others for generations to come.
What role do you think architects can play in solving social problems?
Architecture is the stage upon which the events of history are played out. Architecture and the buildings and the spaces between them impact our movement, security, and lifestyles. These spaces can be designed by architects, but can also evolve through natural evolution over time. Well conceived buildings and spaces can provide for healthy places to live work and play. Buildings which reflect Green and Sustainable Design can help reduce our carbon footprint and reduce our dependence upon foreign oil. Every building an architect designs will have an impact on the environment. Good architecture has a positive impact. Poorly conceived architecture provides a negative impact. In either case, there is definitely an impact upon the stage on which the events of history are played out. The architect is, then, the stage director or conductor.
Have you taken on any construction projects yourself and has that influenced how you see architecture? Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
The initial programming - I love listening to a client explain their needs and wishes for a new project and helping them quantify their abstract thoughts about how they would like to use their building and developing it into a building program representing actual spaces.
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
In fifth grade we had an assignment to design our dream home in plan to teach us how to calculate area. I have wanted to be an architect ever since.
Where did you go to high school?
William Fremd High School in Palatine, IL. Read the rest of this entry »
Are you inspired by the work of another architect or artist?
I’m inspired generally by the Organic Architecture movement
What was your favorite class in college?
Physical Education
What are your favorite foods?
Mediterranean, fish, feta cheese, ice cream
What is something you are really good at?
Sports
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
Final prints, haha
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
I see it as one of the most rewarding professions Read the rest of this entry »
Why did you choose a career in architecture?
I love buildings and watching the whole construction process. When it’s all said and done, there is something built that I worked on and, if done right, many people can enjoy for years to come. Hopefully I’ll have a number of buildings around long after I’m gone.
Where did you go to high school?
Lake Zurich High School
When you’re working on a project, what is your favorite part of the process?
I have two favorite parts actually. First is when we get into the meat of the CD’s. I love turning the design into actual working drawings and working through all the details necessary to make it work. I enjoy identifying challenges as the drawings come together and finding solutions to them. My other favorite part is during CA when I get to go to the site and see the drawing turn into an actual building. It’s a great feeling when I can see it all come together.
Where did you go to high school?
Lane Technical High School
What was your favorite class in college?
Architectural Design
Are you inspired by the work of another architect or artist? If so, who?
LeCorbusier because of the sculptural and artistic form to his buildings.
What did you do last weekend?
I was at the Greening the Heartland Conference by the USGBC. Read the rest of this entry »
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