Category: Behind the Scenes

Celebrating Architecture: Highlights from #AIAcon16   IMAGINE MORE: more beautiful, more creative, more useful, more amazing, more efficient, more value…. The AIA Convention 2016 in Philadelphia last week was dedicated to inspiring architects to imagine more. LMN Architects won the AIA 2016 Architecture Firm Award and created this Thank You AIA video below – a pretty spectacular showcase

To anyone considering a future in architecture, here’s a bit of advice from 4 of us currently in the architecture profession… From just starting out in the world of architecture to over 18 years (yikes!) of experience, we have some great suggestions for future architects… I asked my team to contribute to today’s ArchiTalks post

Studio MM approaches each design as a unique story, one which begins by identifying and understanding the needs and desires of the client. Our work reflects a strong connection to person and place with an emphasis on integrity. “…We focus on people in addition to product because we want the experience of designing your home

Architects love to think they are fabulous photographers… (just look at our instagram accounts!) – and to be honest I do love taking pictures… But I know my limits. When it comes to documenting our work I know we should be working with a professional. “When you invest in good photography, you invest in future success.“

“True to Studio MM’s approach that the process is just as important as the product, I believe that the physical act of sketching has more than just aesthetic value…Of course, the benefits of today’s technologies cannot be ignored…” – Marisa Kaugars, Studio MM Today’s post is a guest post written by Marisa Kaugars. Marisa joined

What Makes a House a Home? The people you share it with, the memories made there, the favorite things that hold your stories… I would bet if you look around your home your gaze wouldn’t get 90 degrees before you spot something that makes you smile…something with a fun memory attached. In my definition, this

One of my favorite “tools” as an architect is sketching with pen and paper. I do find that in many meetings, whether with a client, contractor or friend, a quick sketch is one of the best ways for me to communicate an idea. But beyond a basic sketch, there are 3 Tools that I use

One of my first blog posts of 2015 began with, “I have a secret to tell… I actually enjoy writing these blog posts each week.” And after this year I have to say, what I like even more is knowing that people enjoy READING these blog posts each week! I so very much appreciate all

Wishing you much love + laughter this holiday season… Merry Christmas + Happy Holidays! – from Studio MM      

…holiday decorating time! Need a little inspiration this year to get you into the holiday spirit?! We asked a few friends, clients and colleagues if we could post some of their holiday decorating ideas to share with you today on the blog… Enjoy!   How is your home or apartment or workspace or neighborhood decorated