David Barrett Archives - Barrett Studio Architects

Choose Love, Not Fear

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June 3, 2016

Maybe it should be considered one of those bucket list experiences. However it is categorized, I was definitely honored to give the commencement address for the University of Colorado’s College of Environmental Design at the historic Macky Auditorium recently.

PODCAST: Architecture for Human Beings

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October 1, 2015

Keith Struthers and David Barrett talk organic architecture, the Hippie days, Buddhist sensibilities, and take a stab at defining deep listening. NaturalsCool is South Africa's up-and-coming producer of podcasts featuring innovative designers from around the world. In this 30 minute podcast you'll hear two like-minded architects groove on the essence of their creative practice.

Daylight: Come to Life!

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January 15, 2015

On many mornings I sit in a café where daylight surrounds the lives that come and go. Caffeine serves as a temporary agent of our awakening; we are warmed inside by a quiet moment, conversations, a new day. I watch as the light dances beautifully across faces, subtle expressions revealing an inner response that might have been missed sitting in a darker corner.

Aging Gracefully for the Zoomy Boomer

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November 5, 2014

Last Spring I told you about Zoomerhouse, the “aging gracefully” home prototype in Boulder, Colorado that my wife Betzi and I were building. We are so proud to say our baby has been born. She’s a beauty.

The Curse of Houzz (and 5 ways to make it a blessing)

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October 27, 2014

Need ideas for your kitchen remodel? No problem. On Houzz.com you have access to four million colorful photos of interiors and exteriors. Simply filter on 15 different attributes including number of islands, kitchen shape, and even backsplash color.

Zoomerhouse is Underway!

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April 16, 2014

David Barrett and his wife, Betzi Barrett of Four Star Realty, are designing and developing a prototype for-sale “aging gracefully” home in Boulder, Colorado. This is the first in a series of posts documenting the principles, ideas, and practicalities of this exciting endeavor!