![House of the Day: Celebrating Residential Architecture](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/05a_TWBTA_Long-Island-House.jpg)
Celebrating Residential Architecture As you probably know Studio MM is quite active on social media, and much of our time there is spent celebrating residential architecture and sharing design inspiration from all over the world. Each Monday we post a House of the Day as part of an “archi-challenge” we started with a group of residential architect friends… We’ve just completed
![Advice for a Future Architect](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/TOMS.jpg)
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
![Modern Home Under Construction: TinkerBox](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/IMG950402.jpg)
Construction Update: April Construction is well underway on our latest modern home project in the Hudson Valley: TinkerBox. We first presented TinkerBox a few months ago as part of our New Projects On the Boards post, and we’re very excited to share the construction progress to date! I’ve included a Time Lapse video at the bottom – still
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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
![Looking for Land to Build Your HOme?](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Beacon_site.jpg)
First day of SPRING was just a few days ago and already it’s inspiring everyone to get outdoors! I love it! In the past 2 weeks I’ve been on 3 potential property visits, 2 job sites, and walked about 50 acres… it’s exhilarating to say the least! As a residential architect, in every day conversations
![What To Expect from Your Architect: Construction Phase](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/PLAN_DIMSa.jpg)
Will Studio MM still be involved during construction? Absolutely! Your architect should be involved in the entire process from concept through completion – and completion for us means we have a very happy client who loves their home. This is an important discussion that clients often bring up during our first meeting. I find that clients are concerned with what will happen during construction
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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.“
![From a Sketch to a Rendering: Keeping it Sketchy](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/BP4-scaled.jpg)
“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
![Lantern House - Studio MM Architect](https://maricamckeel.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/LH_10.jpg)
We are designing a home with 2 fireplaces – both major design features. One is an exterior fireplace that doubles as a wood-fired grill, and the other is the main fireplace in the living area… The house is not very large, and though these two fireplaces are both essentially part of the main living space, we have designed two very different “styles” – one rustic, one refined. I believe both will be spectacular.
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Design Inspiration or Daydreaming? Our collection of beautiful modern cabins below will certainly inspire both! Somehow the cold and snow just makes the idea of escaping to a cozy cabin that much better!… and so to continue in the Valentine’s Day spirit I thought we’d share some Cabin Love with you today. From snowy cabins