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Life is too short to take things too seriously. Modern design is the same.

I mean – come on – I named my firm Thoughtcrib.

Here are the main points to remember:

I am pleased to report that one of my projects has been selected for the 2012 Austin Modern Home Tour. Please stop by 104 Thistle Court on February 4th from 11 am to 6 pm to have a look and say hi – apologies in advance if I am unable to chat with you. More […]

  This past weekend, Breed & Co. along with Tribeza, presented the Playscape Project featuring the work of Burton Baldridge Architects, Pollen Architecture and Thoughtbarn (not to be confused with Thoughtcrib). Each firm designed and built their own playscape suitable for smaller backyards. The playscapes were auctioned off and kits for the playscape will continue to be […]

I am very excited about this year’s home tour – it looks to be one of the best yet! I will be making my rounds over the weekend as well as docenting the home by Brian Dillard (pictured) on Saturday. Hope to see you there! More information here: http://aiaaustin.org/event/25th-annual-aia-austin-homes-tour-0

If you live in or near San Antonio and are interested in learning more about solar, consider attending the Solar Education Party hosted by Circular Energy. The event will be held at The Dominion Country Club from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Click here for more information and to […]

The annual Cool House Tour hosted by the Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES) in conjunction with Austin Energy Green Building Program is this Sunday, June 5 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Tickets are available at both Austin Central Market locations for $17 ($15 +$2 service charge) or at all homes on the day of the […]

Last weekend, the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin held its annual MAX Awards Gala to honor those who made significant and creative contributions in residential home building through specific achievements during 2010. I was honored with the award for Best Product Design $150,000 – $250,000 for the MILHouse 2.0. I was also a finalist in the following categories:  Best Product Design […]

I am getting stoked about the Modern Home Tour this Saturday. All of the exterior touchup work has been completed at the MILHouse and I will be completing the interior tomorrow. A big part of the interior will be the addition of artwork and, once again, a local artist has volunteered to have their work […]

I am pleased to report that the MILHouse has been selected for the 2011 Modern Home Tour. Presented by Art Institute of Austin, the tour is Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm. The MILHouse is located on the family compound at 6800 Caudill Lane (#1 on the list). The property consists […]

This weekend you can peruse the studios and artwork of Eastside artists during the annual East Austin Studio Tour. Studio spaces will be open this (and next) weekend from 11:00 – 6:00. More info at http://eastaustinstudiotour.com/. I will be taking my son who, miraculously, is very patient and well-behaved during such exhibitions. Perhaps he is well-behaved because […]