Testimonial Michael Buss Architects, Ltd, Countryside

Thank you Vicky for posting this recommendation on Houzz.com!

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Michael Buss Architects, Ltd review: From our very first meeting we felt confident in our choice of Michael Buss Architects. They asked the right questions and really listened to our needs. Their great ideas and attention to details helped make our house special. The whole process turned out to be fun, exciting and effortless. Thanks to them we now have a beautiful home!

Porch Hampton Style

http://hookedonhouses.net/2011/12/29/the-top-20-house-stories-of-2011/ Check this great link of the top 20 house stories

Porch Michael Buss Architect style

a cozy front porch, a spot ot tea, family, friends,........priceless

New England Style Architecture

http://www.houzz.com/photos/329463/New-England-Traditional-traditional-exterior-chicago

New England style design by Architect Michael Buss

traditional exterior design by chicago architect Michael Buss Architects, Ltd

2012 Design Forecast

2012 Design Forecast: Not-So-Mellow Yellow

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Happy New Year and the new updated Energy conservation Codes

Everyone at Michael Buss Architects, Ltd. would like to extend our best wishes for a safe and happy New Years holiday, may 2012 bring everyone good health and prosperity! 

The New Year will also usher in updated codes and regulations that will apply to the majority of all projects for 2012!   The 2009 State of Illinois Energy Conservation Code (2009 IECC), mandated by law, will be updated to the latest published edition of the 2012 IECC.  Michael Buss Architects is currently reviewing the new edition and comparing them to prepare for application & compliance to current and future projects.

Please visit the State of Illinois link to read more about the Illinois Energy Conservation Code law http://www.cdb.state.il.us/eeba.shtml

What are the different styles of homes?

Here is the question. What are the different styles of homes?




Are all Victorians in the Queen Anne style (painted ladies)?
No, sometimes it is easier to view Victorians as high style (lots of detail)

or low style or low style (simple details)?

Bungalows, now what is a bungalow - A Chicago bungalow versus a California bungalow?

Colonials this style brings many different images to mind.

Every client I meet views the style of these buildings differently. So until a common vernacular is established, and I have an understanding of what they are thinking I can’t really begin mbussarchitects.com

The Eames Chair

I was lucky to have a knock Eames Chair in college and did my best studying in it.  Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter premieres Monday, December 19 on PBS on American Masters.


http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/episodes/charles-ray-eames-the-architect-and-the-painter/about-the-film/1921/

Final phase brick paver driveway!