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Comment on Construction Methods: Standard vs Prefab Systems by Aamodt / Plumb

Aamodt / Plumb — Wed, 08 May 2019 20:53:41 +0000

In reply to Robin Salant. Thanks for your question. I think you are referring to manufactured homes, like mobile homes, that may decrease in value over time. You are right that the largest segment of prefabricated homes in the US are these manufactured mobile homes. This article discusses the newer types of 'prefabs' that are actually built to last as long as a traditional stick built home and would not depreciate over time.

Comment on Construction Methods: Standard vs Prefab Systems by Robin Salant

Robin Salant — Mon, 06 May 2019 22:04:10 +0000

Don’t most prefab homes go down in value from the moment you buy it, like buying an RV? Or are you talking about newer kinds of prefabs that don’t simply just look nicer than prefabs of older generations? My husband and I are getting ready to buy some land and a prefab sounds nice, but I don’t want it deteriorating so quickly. We live in Maine and imagine a wood A-frame Cabin, and are set on having a small carbon footprint with this one, an “eco-small house” is the most important thing, besides that our minds are open. So I’d love to hear the answer on the devaluation question. Thanks so much!

Comment on Case Study: Mid-Century Modern Deck Houses by Cathryn Rich

Cathryn Rich — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 13:35:32 +0000

That is my house in the cover picture. I don’t necessarily mind the use, but you must ask permission and credit the photographer, provided that he consents. Email me for details and we can discuss.

Comment on How to Calculate an Architect’s Fees by Aamodt / Plumb

Aamodt / Plumb — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 22:48:26 +0000

In reply to Ian Rudolph. Hi Ian – This is a general guideline for the US.

Comment on How to Calculate an Architect’s Fees by Ian Rudolph

Ian Rudolph — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 15:48:33 +0000

Hello

I don’t entirely agree with your summary of how an architects fee is calculated. If you are in London UK please do make contact.

Kind regards

Ian

Comment on 7 Principles of Nordic Design by Alex Robert

Alex Robert — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 09:34:50 +0000

Thanks for the detailed tips, the post clearly defines the pros and cons. A very helpful article.

Comment on Hygge: Slowing Down The Scandinavian Way by Mette Aamodt

Mette Aamodt — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 01:39:00 +0000

In reply to Susan. Susan, That photo was from my 40th birthday celebration. I think the pieces of paper may have been the menu? But I can't remember!

Comment on Hygge: Slowing Down The Scandinavian Way by Susan

Susan — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 12:30:14 +0000

I love your reminiscences and how you create slowness and beauty in your own home, Mette. What are the pieces of paper on the outside table? Curious. My 15 years in Alaska were abundant with hygge.

Comment on Designing With Natural Light by Brooke Robinson

Brooke Robinson — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 19:57:02 +0000

love the way this articulates the essence of light in architecture and its contribution to creating spaces of beauty!

Comment on Wabi Sabi – Japanese Beauty and Imperfection by Elrond

Elrond — Thu, 22 Jun 2017 09:10:47 +0000

Lovely. I admire the Japanese minimalist wabi-sabi aesthetic sensibility too.