Articles
The Lost Soul of the American Home: Why We Must Return to True Architecture
We have drifted into an age of cookie-cutter uniformity, trading heart and style for production speed. But why did we stop practicing true architecture? In this article, Robert Smith explores how cost, labor shortages, and profit-driven building stripped the soul from our homes—and maps out the path to bringing character, individuality, and true craftsmanship back to residential design. It is time to stop building boxes and start building homes again.
The Hangover is Over: Why 2025 is the Year We Finally Say Goodbye to Shiplap and Barn Doors
It’s January 2025, and the hangover from the 'HGTV Effect' is finally fading. We have spent a decade gluing MDF strips to our walls and sliding heavy doors over our bathrooms, but the era of 'fast fashion' architecture is over. Robert Smith breaks down why it is time to retire shiplap and barn doors and how to pivot toward design choices that prioritize integrity, proportion, and timelessness for the new year.