Think about the peace of mind you have with knowing you are safe at home. It improves your quality of life which in turn improves your physical health. Aging in place, which the CDC defines as “the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.” Studies have shown that aging in place increases life span and overall quality of life. Universal design is one tool that can allow people to age in

After growing up in suburbia, we have developed an appreciation for the diverse urban communities that make up Cincinnati. Sarah got to know Evanston in the school carpool to Walnut Hills High School. Flanked by Xavier University and the thriving business district of O’Bryonville, she took notice of the sense of community, proximity to downtown, and an architectural fabric that was developed as Cincinnati boomed during the turn of the 20th century. Initially slated for a tear

On Sunday, November 5, I had the privilege of participating in the American Institute of Architect (Cincinnati) Annual Meeting and Panel Discussion. This year's focus was on Urban Design and creating affordable housing solutions, and I presented on a project I am leading with my building company, Roost Builders. Roost Builders specializes in building LEED certified modular homes in Cincinnati. We are working on a development in Evanston using a type of modular construction kn

This is the tale of the Chinese emperor and a painting of a rooster. Once upon a time, there was an emperor who was extremely fond of roosters, and so one day he commissioned the most famous painter in all his realm to paint him a picture of a rooster. The painter replied that it would take him three years to accomplish this. The emperor was secretly rather annoyed, but in the end he agreed. When the three years came to an end, the emperor summoned the painter, but on seeing