Article List
DateSubjectAuthor
04/27/2015 Good Drawings Pay for Themselves
People love to share their renovation war stories. It’s rare to go to a dinner party where guests aren’t commiserating about the cost of construction, delays,... 		BillBriggs
04/20/2015 Let There Be Light
If you’ve ever watched HGTV or any kind of home renovation show, you have heard potential buyers wax poetic about their love for natural light. I share their... 		BillBriggs
04/14/2015 A Dallas Landmark: The Allie Beth and Pierce Allman Arbor Pavilion at Arlington Hall
We were thrilled to be part of the landscape renovations for Lee Park at Arlington Hall. Lee Park has always had a landmark status in the City of Dallas.... 		BillBriggs
02/20/2015 Don't Renovate and Run
Renovations are time-consuming, costly, and downright frustrating at times. Why then do so many people renovate their home only to put it on the market? Many... 		BillBriggs
01/28/2015 Going Green Without Sacrificing Good Design
It is so easy to be drawn to the many products are labeled as “green” or “sustainable” these days, but are these items actually saving the planet? And are they... 		BillBriggs
01/15/2015 Don’t Forget to Sweat the Small Stuff: Door Knobs Matter
When approaching a construction project, it is easy for clients to focus on square footage and room layout, while forgetting to think about all the smaller... 		BillBriggs
01/03/2015 Traditional Home in Park Cities Offers Classic Beauty
One of the best aspects of the Park Cities is the diversity in architecture. Driving through the tree-lined streets offers views of homes of all sizes and... 		BillBriggs
12/23/2014 An Architect's Sketchbook
Here's a sneak peek behind the scenes of the design process. These are some of my sketches I've produced prior or during the design phase. People may be under... 		BillBriggs
12/12/2014 3 Elements of a Well-Designed Home
Trends in the real estate market can often be at odds with good design. Bigger is not always better, likewise, checking off a list of currently popular home... 		BillBriggs
12/08/2014 History is Alive at the S&D Oyster Company in Uptown
If the walls could talk, they would tell you what they’ve tasted, smelled, and heard over the last three decades from the kitchens and diners at the Dallas... 		BillBriggs
11/26/2014 Inspiration and more on Local Architect's New Website
Our new website- http://www.williamsbriggs.com - offers even more inspiration for you as you dream of your new home, next home, or renovating your current home.... 		BillBriggs
11/23/2014 Small Projects Receive Big Attention from Local Architect
Despite the fact that over half my business is ground up new construction, I still love tackling smaller projects such as porches, front entrances, or... 		BillBriggs
11/15/2014 Collaborative Design Brings Your Vision to Life
Designing and building a home can be a special experience. Since every homeowner brings unique requirements and experiences to the process, I believe in... 		BillBriggs
11/05/2014 Keep the Cookie Cutters in the Kitchen: New Ideas for New Construction
Over half of all of our projects are new construction and our involvement doesn't end when we hand over the blueprints. My goal is to make sure that your... 		BillBriggs
07/19/2012 Who is managing your greatest investment?
Your home is probably your most valuable investment. In addition to this financial asset, most families have sentimental and emotional ties to their real estate... 		BillBriggs
07/01/2011 Your Home Symbolizes Your Hopes
Whether you are moving into your first or tenth house you’ll always get butterflies when you open the front door. This is when you realize “This is all mine.”... 		BillBriggs
05/06/2011 The Home Shows Well, But Does it Live Well?
Walking into a new home is always fun, that’s why almost all of us, at one time or another tour homes we don’t intend to buy. New homes appeal to our sense of... 		BillBriggs
01/05/2011 Classic Architecture - Homes Designed for Now & Later
There are few purchases in life that are truly meant to last a lifetime, but a custom built home is certainly one of those purchases. As important as it is to... 		BillBriggs
06/08/2010 Look in the Cabinet! 7 Reasons for an Architect's Help
How many times a day to we say "look in the cabinet"? Cabinets are one of the most used and visible features of any house. Getting them right in terms of... 		BillBriggs
05/05/2010 Choosing a Renovation Contractor?
Choosing the right contractor for your remodeling project turns out to be a much bigger challenge than choosing a contractor for your new home and here's why:... 		BillBriggs