The Color Blind Architect

Super excited about the new Archicad 27 and Enscape for Mac. Yes, it's finally here. I take a test drive of the new software and also discuss a few other items.

Today, I share the my views from the summit of Grandview Peak, a spectacular summit very close to downtown Salt Lake City that strangely is always devoid of people. Sharing my views includes my current thoughts on some concerns I have with mistaken views by many Americans and the war in Ukraine. The Republicans in the United States are increasingly saying things that show a lack of concern for the wants of the Ukrainian people.

The Technology Preview of Archicad 27 is available for download at Graphisoft.com and today I quickly try out some of these new features like Design Options, Schedule Graphics enhancements, MEP Modeler enhancements, and more. 0:55 - Design Options 10:59 - Design Guides 12:21 - Schedule Graphics 14:02 - MEP Modeler Enhancements 17:56 - Attribute Manager Enhancements 18:54 - Physical Render in 3D Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-out

Walking in the woods in Oregon, I was thinking about the conflict in Ukraine and have a few words to say.

All I can say is: go see the movie Sound of Freedom! It is an excellent film. My other piece of advice: do not go skiing in July in Utah-- kind of sucky... but the hike was very nice. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/justin-lapoint/bear-country

All I can say is: go see the movie Sound of Freedom! It is an excellent film. My other piece of advice: do not go skiing in July in Utah-- kind of sucky... but the hike was very nice. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/justin-lapoint/bear-country

Someone asked for it... so, here goes nothing. Here I am playing Cities Skylines and hoping you can tell me fun things to do while we stream together into pointless oblivion.

By request, here is a methodology for calculating electrical loads in Archicad that is somewhat automated. Build this into your Archicad template and give yourself an edge. Please note, consult your local jurisdiction for proper calculation methods and I would also encourage reviewing this with your electrical engineer to ensure you are doing it right (I'm pretty sure I got mine wrong in this video, this is still a work in progress). Sorry for the poor video and audio quality. I'm used to doing the tutorials on my Mac and this was using OBS (I'm less familiar with the proper settings). Also, I should have used a better camera and reduced my monitor settings to 1080p instead of 4k to make things more visible to the viewer. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-out

Graphisoft just announced the new features for Archicad 27. Here are the highlights of the new features that I think will be most useful for architects. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-out

We’ve been hearing about it for years! Apple has finally revealed their Augmented Reality headset and true to Apple fashion, they have managed to take a product that I was at best skeptical about and got me interested and possibly wanting. Here is my review of the release video touching on how this can be a gamechanger for architects. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!)

AI has already made some huge impacts on the computing world. One application of AI that will dramatically affect architects is Adobe Photoshop’s new Generative Fill feature. In this video, I’ll show you some of what can be done with this tool and talk a little about it’s shortcomings. For a quick tutorial from Adobe, see this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk4hXR4qQ-c Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!)

It's really simple. You need to design your own world. Don't just live the life that others place there for you, but figure out what brings you the greatest joy and design your life around working and playing and living the way you find most fulfilling. Architects work hard, so we need to play hard too to recharge those batteries. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/check-it-out

I'm talking computer mouses today. It's a tool we use everyday but how much do we think about it. Today I review some of the mouses I've had over the years and what my current recommendation is. https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Wireless-Slipstream-Technology-Certified/dp/B082LVNJ4W/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=corsair%2Bdark%2Bcore%2Brgb%2Bpro&qid=1679504081&sprefix=corsair%2Bdark%2Bcore%2Caps%2C267&sr=8-2&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc&th=1

Another reason I love my Insta360 OneRS camera. I shot this video on the Northstar run off the Sunrise lift at Solitude Ski Resort using a backmount with the selfie-stick extended. Three people skiing, all captured simultaneously with one camera. If you want to buy an Insta360 OneRS camera, use my affiliate link here: https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_rs?insrc=INRE89P.

More fun using my Insta360 One RS camera while skiing. One of the things I love about this camera is the creative ways of seeing the world. Enjoy this short sped up skiing video of two laps on Solitudes Sunrise lift chair. Do you want an Insta360 OneRS camera? Use my affiliate link here: https://www.insta360.com/sal/one_rs?insrc=INRE89P

Main Vein at Solitude Ski Resort - 360 version

Main Vein at Solitude Ski Resort - March 2023

In another timely book review, this time I review Amy Chua's 2018 book titled Political Tribes.

Snowmobiling near Daniel's Summit in the Wasatch Range in Utah set to LoFi chill study music. Video recorded with an Insta360 RS camera.

Time for another book review. This time I review Peter Zeihan's new book: The End of the World is Just the Beginning.

No, I haven't bought the new M2Max Macbook Pro, but I've been reviewing the specs and here is my recommendation based on the information I've seen.

The snow was so light and fluffy today. Skiing at Snowbird down Little Cloud lift line with knee deep powder so light, it blew in my face just about every turn. This video was recorded with an Insta360 camera mounted to my ski pole.

So much snow. Recorded this with my Insta360 on January 16, 2023 at Solitude Ski Resort in Utah. Unfortunately, the mount has lost some of its stickiness, so I had to stop a couple times to fix the camera. Fortunately, the backup straps held it enough to not lose it. The trail was Navarone in Honeycomb Canyon.

An essay on the role of narrative in life, culture, and architecture.

Yes, I had ChatGPT by OpenAI write me a script for a video promoting the importance of hiring an architect when designing and building a home and it did a decent job. Here's how and my thoughts on A.I. and its role in society.