Conversation Economy

Conversation by Design

I just finished reading through David Armano’s presentation entitled Conversation by Design that outlines how to “create an effective + unique blog experience.”  Armano’s blog Logic+Emotion is one of my favorite daily reads and his presentation is an inspiration for all of us trying to become “conversation architects.” Conversation[...]

Conversation about an Agile Architect

This is a short and sharp conversation over ICQ between two Xebians about what an Agile Architect is or does. The conclusion is that an Agile Architect has, in addition to Agile manifesto, a number of principles: - Just-in-time and just-enough architecture - An architect is a[...]

Dwelling Dock | A Conversation with Matt Allert

Dwelling Dock | A Conversation with Matt Allert October 18, 2007 in Architecture, Featured Architects by Gwen M. Cassidy | No comments When I asked architect Matt Allert who the ideal inhabitant was for the Dwelling Dock, his super-green pre-fab home, he responded instantly Dwelling[...]

Boston Globe Sunday Magazine: Hot Jobs in a Green Economy

Hot Jobs in a Green Economy The Boston Globe Sunday Magazine (Special Issue) November 18, 2007 Elizabeth Gehrman “Consumer interest in eco-friendly products and services - from renewable energy to high-tech fuel cells - means satisfying new work opportunities.” Click here for article. [...]

When Economy Drives Design

Is it fair for one architect to design 36 hotels in a prestigious urban district like Manhattan, especially when New York is home to some of the finest architects and designers of the world? Architect Gene Kaufman is designing 36 hotels in Manhattan, including three that will[...]