I was excited to see Taipei Public Library, Beitou Branch chosen by Flavorwire as one of ‘The 25 Most Beautiful Public Libraries in the World‘. I had to visit the library in person when I was in Taiwan last month. Taipei Public Library, Beitou Branch opened in 2006 and is the first certified green building libraryContinue reading “Beitou Library 北投圖書館”
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‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’
Over the weekend, I happened to watch ‘Tsou LA’, a local Mandarin TV program, introducing the exhibit ‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)‘ at Chinese American Museum. I was surprised to find some major landmarks such as LAX were designed by Chinese American Architects. One of four architects was aContinue reading “‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’”
Exploring Los Angeles
My favorite way to explore the City of Los Angeles is by Metro Rail. With a day pass of $5, I am able to have a fun day without worrying about being stuck in traffic and paying for parking. I always recommend this adventure to visitors from out-of-town. I usually start my journey from theContinue reading “Exploring Los Angeles”
Design Visualization
Over the years, I have evolved from providing 2D Construction Documents for obtaining Building Permits to introducing varies formats for presentation and documentation. Here is an example of a partial set of construction documents for new construction: Besides Construction Documents, I also provide drawings for interior design uses such as furniture plans, kitchen design plans, bathroomContinue reading “Design Visualization”
CAD Class Presentation
My former CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) instructor, Julian Inchaurregui of West Valley Occupational Center, invited me to speak to his architectural CAD class as a former student and someone working in the design industry. I put in a lot of thoughts and even prepared flash cards. I want to document this in writing while itContinue reading “CAD Class Presentation”
