by Ross Cann | Feb 24, 2021 | About, Articles
In previous Archi-TEXT articles it was discussed the value of an architect to help you navigate the various phases of the design of a new home or building or the renovation of an existing one, but what are the various steps of the design process? The first step of...
by Ross Cann | Feb 17, 2021 | About, Articles
In a previous Archi-TEXT, it was discussed how to find the right architect for your project. But that is just the first step in your design journey. Now the fun part begins: how to choose and guide the design. Your architect will be tasked with managing space and...
by Ross Cann | Feb 10, 2021 | About, Articles
In previous blogs, ArchiTEXT has addressed the issues of whether you need an architect and what value an architect can bring to your project. This article will address how to evaluate and select an architect. There are many things that you might want to find in an...
by Ross Cann | Feb 1, 2021 | Articles, Community Events, Technology
Nowhere is the adage “Think Globally, Act Locally” more pertinent than in the area of global climate change. Since the recent election of Joseph Biden as President on January 20th, there have been a series of events in Newport that have reinforced this. On January...
by Ross Cann | Jan 19, 2021 | Architectural History, Articles, Institutional
Among the many great architects who have worked in Newport, RI over the years, Peter Harrison (1716-1775) is often considered the first “true architect,” not only in Newport, but in the American colonies. There were accomplished architect-builders (like Richard...
by Ross Cann | Jan 13, 2021 | All Projects, Articles
Everyone lives in a house or apartment so it is easy to ask “How tricky can it be to build or renovate one?” The answer is “A lot harder than people think!” As an architect for more than 30 years, I have had a front row seat to hundreds of projects we have been...
