“John Muir is known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks," and our goal is to see as much of the beautiful land we live in from this bus. We had a lot of catchy names thrown around when we were first starting out - mostly having to do with our own dumb name - but when "Muir" was suggested there was a little magic in it that we hadn't felt from anything else. We also share a birthday, and that's pretty cool. “ Amanda replied.
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I recently had a conversation with a client . I did a 3D model of their project using Sketchup Pro (3d modeling program). Him and his wife loved the design and asked for photos to show their family. While waiting for the prints, I mentioned how he could actually download a program called “Sketchup Viewer” which would allow them to spin the model around and navigate the 3d model at their own time. Of course, they got really excited!
Read moreBirthday Present Ideas for Architects (2019)
First off, I want to get something out of the way. I LOVE GADGETS! Since I was a little boy, my dad has supported me with my love for electronics. You name it; game consoles, cellphones, cameras, computers. I have always been a fan of new technology. But don’t you worry, this gift guide won’t be all electronics. I enjoy other things too.
Read more10 Steps to start studying for the AREs!
Then, I started to challenge myself with more chapters the following weeks. By doing so, the seemingly big and impossible task of studying for the ARE doesn't seem so big and impossible anymore now that you're digesting it in smaller pieces.
Read moreAn Architect's Origin Story
If someone told me a few years ago that after college I’ll move to Singapore then after 2 years move to Alaska, I’d probably laugh and tell them they’re crazy. It shows that there are things that won’t make sense looking forward because you don’t have all the puzzle pieces yet. There will be trials that would seem insurmountable until you’re past it.
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