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architectural snobbery

23 August 201823 August 2018 leecalistiarchitect stereotype, opinion, perception, service, snob4 Comments

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I think I’m a snob. How might one confirm that? Continue reading “architectural snobbery” →

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how the artist emerges

25 May 201730 May 2017 leecalistiaesthetics, Art, Creativity, ethics, self-expression, service1 Comment

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I am an architect; I make art. Let’s not kid ourselves, many architects do; it’s not just me. Don’t ask where this came from, just roll with it. Continue reading “how the artist emerges” →

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advice to clients

9 May 20179 May 2017 leecalisti#architalks, clients, hiring an architect, service3 Comments

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Are you looking to hire an architect? Are you looking to buy a building? Have you already hired an architect? Where are you on this journey and what advice as an architect can I share? It’s simple. Continue reading “advice to clients” →

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good client, good architecture

9 March 201718 April 2017 leecalistiarchitects, architecture, clients, design process, service, trustLeave a comment

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Behind every good architect is a good client; good clients are necessary to good architecture. Continue reading “good client, good architecture” →

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small projects :: time management

19 October 20156 October 2017 leecalistiarchitects, architectural practice, clients, design, design process, Modern architecture, residential design, service, small projects7 Comments

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I enjoy being a small practitioner. I’ve only worked in small offices. I live in a small town.

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