Designer Tracy Welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's.  The Kinlers offer up a top five of production designs in reverse chronology: 5 - Blade Runner, 4 - Edward Scissorhands, 3 - The Cook, The Thief, His Wife, Her Lover, 2 - Moulin Rouge, 1- Where The Wild Thigs Are.  The Kinler's also discuss options and ideas on driveways.  Joe reminded the group that the newly renovated Museum of Science and History in Fort Worth (designed by Legoretta + Legoretta) is now open.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's.  Michael offers his top five residential set designs - 1: Brady Bunch Residence, 2: Bottle in I Dream of Jeannie, 3: Dan Tanna's loft in Vegas, 4: The Petrie Residence in the Dick Van Dyke Show and 5: Melrose Place Courtyard.  Lorrie and Michael advised on the need to structure your graden with evergreens.  They also advised that now (the fall) is the time to plant.  Their suggested Design Destination is Redenta;s in Arlington to see the newly installed raised vegetable garden beds.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's to the show.  Michael lists his top 5 logos:

1: Redenta's (of course) 2: On/Off 3: Apple 4: Reycle and 5: Target

Lorie and Michael focused on how to approach planting trees and other Kinler-like subjects.

Designer Tracy welcomes Frank Neal of Frank Neal & Associates.  Frank is a structural enginer and he took tinme to answer listener e-mails concerning second story additions, expansion joints, cracking brick and cutting into foundations.  One of Franks favorite local structures is the Kimbell Art Museum.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler to discuss landscape (and other) topics.  Terracing, water plants, rain barrels and retaining walls are covered along with Lorie and Michael's top 5 reasonably priced and well designed cars.

1 - Audi TT, 2 - VW Beatle, 3 - Mini-Cooper, 4 - Honda Element, 5 - Toyota Prius.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's.  The landscape duo describe their trip to Washington DC.  They also give advice on a more prosaic topic - how to lay down a gravel path.  The Kinler's offer a top ten of retail spaces.  Listen in to learn more.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's to discuss swimming pools as landscape features.  They also discuss a listener e-mail question.

Designer Tracy welcomes Crystal Jarrett - a designer in New York - to the show.  They discuss Tracy and Joe's top 5 books that one should read to begin to understand design.  The books are:

The Happiness of Architecture

A Pattern Language

The Poetics of Space

The Not So Big House

The Shock of the New

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's to discuss all things green.  They describe their process for evaluating property for developemnt for a plant nursery.  They also describe different approaches to lawn or ground cover, planting types and more.

Designer Tracy welcomes Brandon Burns with FIRM817 to discuss the new art installation by Christopher Janney and Jacobs at the new City of Fort Worth Parking Garage.  The project is at 1200 Houston Street - near the Fort Worth Convention Center and the Omni Hotel.  The art project is a "soundscape".  They discussed how sound can be controlled to improve any environemt. They also discussed the television show The Tudors and set design as inspiration.

Designer Tracy welcomes Lorie and Michael Kinler from Redenta's.  They are a landscape architect and landscape designer that focus on function and beauty in the landscape.  They discussed the status of Heritage Plaza in Fort Worth.  They also described landscape strategies and details. Their web page is http://www.redentas.com

 

Designer Tracy welcomed Don Gatzke - Dean of the School of Architecture at The University of Texas at Arlington.  Don described Vision North Texas - a regional planning organization that models growth options for the future.  For additional information go to: www.visionnorthtexas.org

Don outlined ideas for designers (and anyone really) for surviving these uncertain economic times.

Don, Tracy and Joe also discussed the Kimbell Art Museum addition.

Designer Tracy welcomes real-estate agent Britta Hinze to the program.  They discuss how to adjust to the current housing market when selling or buying a house.  To contact Britta at www.brittarealestate.com

Tracy and Joe also discuss the Dallas Art Fair.

Designer Tracy welcomes architect Darin Norman from Townsite (www.townsiteco.com)

They discuss the Renzo Piano Addition to the Kimbell Art Museum - original design by Louis Kahn.

Designer Tracy welcomes Planner Mike Brennan with Fort Worth South, Inc. Mike describes what a planner does and how he became interested in planning.  They also discussed the role that Fort Worth South Inc. has played in the development of the Near Southside.  Visit www.fortworthsouth.org for more information.

Designer Tracy welcomes Landscape Designer Ange Harvey from Fowlkes, Norman & Associates to the show.  They discuss some of the projects Ange is working on right now including a herpetarium at the Fort Worth Zoo. Ange describes some of her favorite gardens & plants and gives helpful design tips for the landscape.  The web page for Fowlkes, Norman & Associates is: http://www.fnalandscape.com

 

 

 

Designer Tracy discusses a new landscape for Paschal High School in Fort Worth, Texas called the "Waken the Sleeping Panther" project.  Guests are Pam Medlin & Libby Manning with the P.T.A. and Jan Hull with the Paschal High School Alumni Association.  For more information about the project go to http://www.wakenthesleepingpanther.com or http://www.paschalhs.org

Designer Tracy welcomes SceneShop Artistic Director Steve McGaw.  They discuss design principles culled from his experience in the theatre.  For more information about SceneShop you can go to www.fwsceneshop.com.  Or visit www.myspace.com/sceneshop

Designer Tracy welcomes Don Gatszke to the show.  Don is an architect and is the Dean of the School of Architecture at the University of Texas at Arlington.  He speaks about recent changes in design education, the special role of designers in our culture, the house he designed for himself and some of the projects that the School of Architecture at UTA are sponsoring.

Designer Tracy welcomes Christie and Josh Harmon on the show. The Harmon's are long-time listeners.  They described a recent kitchen renovation they undertook after e-mailing for advice on Design Talk.  Tracy also reccommends windows in tall fences and the great planting deals one can find even at flea markets.

Designer Tracy hosts Patti Stuard - an artist specializing in transforming space with paint, fabric and found objects.  Patti describes her work to Tracy and discusses her approach.  Patti sent an e-mail to Tracy some weeks back with the design problem of painting the front of her house.  Solutions to this design problem are also discussed.

Designer Tracy and developer Jim Johnson discuss wood furniture and architectural millwork with Mike Reznikoff and Tim Hayden of Reznikoff Custom Furniture. (www.reznikoff.net) Mike and Tim describe the advantages of veneers, the merits of true wood construction and how they work with clients and designers.  They also described the canoe they made along with their colleagues in the shop.

Designer Tracy and developer Jim Johnson welcome Philip Poole from Townsite to the program.  Philip and his Townsite partner Don Scott have a long history of urban development in Fort Worth.  The topic for today was the plan for the urban streetcar - one answer for reducing pollution and traffic while increasing development and a more convenient urban setting.  See www.townsiteco.com for more information about Townsite.

Designer Tracy hosts Fort Worth resident Jim Duncan from North Texas Renewable Energy, Inc.  Jim and his wife Janet have been developing the plans for their energy efficient house in Wise County for some time.  They have investigated all types of insulated wall systems, passive solar, geo-thermal systems, photo-voltaic systems and just plain construction.  Jim shared their journey towards making an environmental friendly and sustainable house.

Designer Tracy and developer Jim Johnson host Patrick Johnson on the program.  Patrick describes what would be really good for a ten-year old's bedroom.  Tracy and Jim also discuss kitchen cabinet heights and bedroom closet organization.

Designer Tracy and Jim Johnson, Developer, interview Judy and Bill Slease - experts on the "Easy Living" concept.  The Easy Living concept is intended to guide designers and contractors on making houses more accessible for all people at all stages of life.  The posted image is of a barrier free shower.

Designer Tracy discusses artful making with Kevin Bouchard.  Kevin's work as an artist, lighting designer, furniture designer and fabricator of, well, things gives him a broader perspective on how objects relate to places.  You can contact Kevin directly at kevinbouchard@sbcglobal.net

 

Designer Tracy speaks with Jim Johnson and Ra Byn Taylor about preparing a house for the real-estate market.  You'll also learn why Ra Byn poured molasses on his lawn.

Designer Tracy discusses landscape and gardening with Lorie and Michael Kinler  - Landscape Architect/designer.  The Kinlers are part of Redenta's Landscape Design.  Their web page is www.redentas.com

 

 

Designer Tracy and Jim of Fairmount Homes discuss trends vs timelessness of design. Jim shares his cruise ship observations and how they can apply to individual home design challenges.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss wall textures with Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes.  A caller asks the trio about the best interior finish for an ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) wall.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss design for the holidays.  Tricks for brightening an interior without adding skylights or windows are discussed with Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes.  A new bit of music is featured from the band Change of Standard.  Ra Byn makes sure everything runs smoothly. 

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss the difference between a house and a home.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes is quizzed on the pros and cons of painting brick exteriors.  Ra Byn Taylor promises to play more of his music next time.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss the April 2007 opening of the estate of the late Philip Johnson.  Johnson's Glass House is only one of several buildings to visit there.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes ponders options for renovating a 19th Century house.  Tracy and Joe recomend a visit to West Elm in Dallas.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy welcome Ken Voise, furniture maker, kitchen specialist and owner of Voise Furniture and Cabinetry.  Ken describes his effort to bring European quality modern cabinetry to the United States.  Ken goes beyond the "kitchen triangle" and describes the high-tech equipment that enables very refined work.  Ken's web page is www.voisecustom.com.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy dispel the myth that white is a neutral color.  They advise on hardware pull selections.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes provides the devil's advocate perspective.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy invite Meg Fischer in to be "guest sound engineer" in Ra Byn Taylor's abscence.  Jim Johnsons returns to help discuss the design questions posed by Meg's friend Celeste and an e-mailer.  Celeste wants to know what can be done about a sorority house interior.  The answers are not exactly "Designer's Gone Wild" but may help the sorority members.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy welcome Kate Macaulay and Michael Johnson from Green Living in Dallas.  Kate and Michael described how they choose earth-friendly products to carry in their store.  They also spoke about recycled carpets, milk-based paint, Marmoleum and lots of other earth-friendly products.  Their web page is www.green-living.com

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss lighting with guest Chad Jung - Lighting Designer.  Chad shows how lighting for the stage is similar to lighting for living.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes poses a question to Tracy and Joe regarding accent lighting.  The web page for Chad Jung is www.chadrjungdesign.com

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss interiors.  One e-mailer asks about wall texture finishes and another questions the best place for the TV in a living room.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes chimes in with his thoughts and poses a design problem for Tracy and Joe.  Ra Byn Taylor gives an update on the Lawn Project and promises to bring one of his musical compositions for the next show.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy answer e-mail questions about built-in shelving.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes   provides insight from the contractor's perspective.  Ra Byn Taylor updates the group on the progress of his front yard rehabilitation project.  Ra Byn also shares one of his lively music peices.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss outdoor spaces, gardens, organic and sustanable gardening with Elizabth Anna of Elizabth Anna's Old World Gardens.  Her web page is www.elizabethanna.net  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes claims no talent for gardening whatsoever but chimes in with questions and comments.  Ra Byn Taylor spins a composition of his with vocals by Tarah Pembroke.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy learn why Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes added a "Stairway to Heaven" to a one-story house.  After discussing how to change the color of existing wall tile the trio discussed "Texas Style" and if there is such a thing.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss path making with frequent guest Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes.  The topic of roof slopes, why some are steep, why some are shallow and why modern ones are flat was also covered. 

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss home office issues to consider when setting up, well, a home office!  They suggested working with furniture templates in the planning phase of floor plans.  Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes chimes in as well.  Tracy's Mom, Judi, provides perspective on it all.  The show is wrapped up with an attempt to define "modern".

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss insulation with Paul Adomli and Vic Bosnich from Tascon Industries www.tasconindustries.com.  The advantages of reprocessed paper goods for acoustic control and energy performance are rounded out with the fact that the same company creates a mulch from the same basic ingredients.  Strategies for new construction and renovation projects are discussed.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy encourage building smaller houses when possible to save on initial costs and upkeep.  Built-ins and multi-function rooms are key to small house design.  Jim Johnson at Fairmount Homes weighs in on the topic.  Joe mentions Sarah Susanka's "The Not So Big House" and Lester R. Walker's "Tiny Houses" as models.  Joe also suggests a trip to Solana in Westlake/Southlake, Texas to see progressive development ideas.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy set the record straight on the pronunciation of "xeriscaping" (and why one should consider such a thing).  Recurring guest Jim Johnson of Fairmount Homes suggests that ideas for residential design can come from non-residential settings.  Guest Chris Turner shares his experience as an Owner of a residential construction project.  Chris advises getting a broadly experienced team that stays with you through the whole project.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss art and design with Heliotrope owners Debby Stein and Jan Edmonds.  Debby and Jan encourage the view that art doesn't just hang on the wall - there is wearable art and art you can use.  These Art Matrons of Bluebonnet Circle want everyone to feel comfortable owning and enjoying art.  The Heliotrope website is: http://www.heliotrope-art.com/

 

 

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss picking paint, unifying a home with multiple ealier additions and the faux-ness of faux finishes.  Frequent guest, Jim Johnson, discussed the importance of designing for oneself and not just for resell.  Lots of laughter on this show as Ra Byn Taylor lobbed his comments into the mix.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy discuss finding furniture at estate, yard & garage sales suitable for a space, share the concept that "good design takes time", swap stories with contractor & builder Jim Johnson & also answer an email question asking how to make a small backyard work & another email asking which way to face a porch on new construction project.
 

Architect Joe and designer Tracy cover magnetic and no VOC paint, analyse furniture sets on DesignSavvy, trade stories and give examples of reulitizing rooms with contractor & builder Jim Johnson, and end on the current design status of wallpaper.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy tackle stone countertops for DesignSavvy, are joined by Texas Christian University's director of website management Victor Neil and TCU's director of publication Gorland Mar and wrap the hour with a DesignDestination at Houston's Rothko Chapel.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy begin by concluding the questions about a listener's nursery.  The hosts then speak in detail with in-studio guest, urban planner Sarah Graham on the history, priorities and procedure of city planning and how you, the individual, can become involved.  All three give examples of 'urban villages' and public spaces.  Finally, the Joe & Tracy go through the diy steps involved in installing both base and crown molding.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy introduce urban planner Sarah Graham, speak design vs. decoration and begin to troubleshoot and plan a listener's nursery.

Architect Joe is joined by contractor & builder Jim Johnson to speak about planing a home improvement job and the roles professionals & homeowners take on in remodels and construction projects.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy begin with a listener email about rugs on carpets, introduce contractor & builder Jim Johnson, discuss the new city ordinance on mandatory 50% brick for new homes and design decisions for fences.