Aspirations into Achievements
In 2007 I achieved two of my personal goals, To be a developer, and, Build an office building for my company. In 1981 I started my first “real” job out…
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Green Globes Certification: A Sustainable Interior Case Study
As Director of Sustainability for JL Architects, I am active as both a Green Globes Professional and Green Globes Assessor for the Green Building Initiative (GBI). Green Globes is a…
Looks Like Rain
Recent weather in the northeast region of the United States has consisted of several damaging storms. One of the biggest contributors to the damage is flooding. Flash flooding occurs when…
Hybrid Home – Living and Working
Commonly, we refer to a home as a place for living, and office as a place for working. We often think of our home as a private space where we…
How Architecture Affects Our Quality of Life
People spend most of their day in or around buildings. Homes, offices, schools, and stores are all types of architecture in which the design can affect the way we feel,…
Understanding How Square Footage is Calculated in Your Lease
One of the complexities tenants face when entering an office lease involves understanding the measurement of their space for calculating rent. While this might seem like a simple square-footage calculation,…
Experiencing Frank Lloyd Wright
The staff at JL Architects recently had an opportunity to visit the Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park, PA. Organized by the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the National Kitchen and Bath…
Korman Center at Drexel University Receives 2 Green Globes
Green Globes is a nationally recognized green rating assessment, guidance and certification program, that offers a customized process to realize sustainability goals for new construction projects, existing buildings and interiors. Green…
Technology in Architecture
Everyday technology presents us with new tools, enhancing our ability to represent our ideas and design intent. Technology also seamlessly connects left-brain creativity with right-brain functionality. The result is a…
2018 in Color
In late 2016, I wrote the blog Colors of My Mind , which discussed how the mind perceives color. Today, I am going to give a general overview of the…
Real-Time Rendering for Architecture; What are your Benefits?
For architects, visualization has always been the primary method used to translate our thoughts and ideas. The process has evolved from sketches and hand drawings to 3D realistic photo renderings….
The Importance of Daylighting
Daylighting is an important consideration when designing space. But what exactly is daylighting? Daylighting is the practice of placing windows, other openings, and reflective surfaces so that sunlight (direct or…
Architectural 3D Drawings the New Normal
In this fast-paced world we live in today, change is inevitable. It isn’t necessarily a bad thing, especially if it’s for the better. The same goes with architectural design. Over…
Is Wood the Future of Building Insulation?
When it’s cold outside, our go-to solution has always been to simply increase the heat inside. While that helps keep us comfortable, it isn’t the only solution. The buildings we inhabit,…
Hey BIM, Which Building Had the Highest ROI Last Year?
How often do you want to say? “Hey Google, what is the cost of occupancy for this site by department, city and floor?” or, “Alexa, how much will my profit…
Green Building Certification, A Common Sense Approach
As Director of Sustainability for JL Architects, I am active as both a Green Globes Professional and Green Globes Assessor for the Green Building Initiative (GBI). I recently had the…
5 Must Haves for a Good Rendering
Photography: Photos for a rendering need to be taken differently. They must be taken with your goal and desired result in mind. Remember – if an object if going to…
Designing with Moms in Mind
As a new mom, I find taking my baby out for a day of errands or to a special event very challenging. I need to plan out ahead of time…
Want to Create an Inviting and Attractive Public Space?
Read my Top 10 Public spaces come in different sizes, shapes and forms. Squares, parks, playgrounds, shopping and residential streets; all belong to the outdoor space. They can be found…