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 . . . at it again!  Give a listen.

Designer Tracy discusses the effects of lighting on art in a gallery versus the space where the art will be mounted.  She also encouraged listeners to conquer the fear of making one's house (or space) one's own.  She described the need to design spaces to "grow up" in - accounting for all phases of life.  She and Joe discussed the idea of retrofitting existing objects to fit a particular need.  They discussed using the five senses, function and memory as design critera.

Designer Tracy discusses the design process.  She also provides an update on the "Wake the Sleeping Panther" project at Paschal High School in Fort Worth, Texas.  She and Joe outline the pros and cons of a second story versus a ground level master bedroom suite addition.

Designer Tracy discusses retail (or shop) design, designing for your place, favorite places to shop in Dallas and the importance of a good paint brush.

Designer Tracy discusses the best way to plan for guests when adding on or building new.  Green roofs and timeless design are also discussed.

Designer Tracy discusses timeless design, color ideas and what to look for in a designer or architect.  The Design Destination is Charlie Palmers Restaurant in Dallas, Texas.

Designer Tracy discusses the new student center at TCU.  Joe talks about the Thomas Jefferson plan at the University if Virginia, Rice University and the Piazza San Marco in Venice.  Tracy mentions the Kimbell Art Museum addition being designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano.  She also mentiones suite design possibilities at the Texas Motor Speedway.

Designer Tracy discusses lighting concepts.  She answers an e-mail question about when to hire an architect and when to hire a builder.  She and Joe discuss the recent art exhibit at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center.  Proust and Bachelard are mentioned (once again).

Designer Tracy discusses lighting concepts and aesthetics.  She also describes ideas about designing "western" without being predictable.  She answers a listener's e-mail about mixing modern with traditional.  Joe mentioned the show called "Architecture School" on the Sundance Channel.

Designer Tracy discusses space-planning, the importance of "mock-ups" and provides wonderful design destinations.

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 discussed expected levels of finish for construction projects.  She also described the importance of order and design for even garage and estate sales.  Many things cool (in terms of temperature) were also covered.

Designer Tracy discusses Bed & Breakfast concepts and mixed use dwellings.  She also describes a park in Houston that has fountains, a cafe, a restaurant and play areas.

Designer Tracy describes using the 5 senses, memory and function in design.  Joe discusses Bryant Park in New York and the charms of urban parks.  They both discuss the landscape project at the nearby Paschal High School.

Designer Tracy describes the Impressionist show recently opened at the Kimbell Art Museum.  She and Joe also described the charms of the Kimbell Art Museum itself.  The spoke of 19th Century French interiors.  Joe described the value of or silences in design.  Tracy cautioned against designs that promise one thing and deliver another.  She also described different types of finishes for wood floors and furniture.

Designer Tracy described the difference between "Town" and Country" and how to save costs as you plan your project.  Local design and events are also discussed.

Designer Tracy discusses Thonet chairs, entertaining in multiple rooms, color NOT being a style, respecting existing design features during a re-model and trees at western exposures.  Whew!

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 discusses the movie Sex in the City; Marfa, Texas and the Chinati Foundation in one show!  To learn more about Marfa visit http://www.marfatx.com.  The Chinati Foundation web page at http://www.chinati.org is where you can learn about Donald Judd and other artists in Marfa.

Designer Tracy shares her experience with Joe after a trip to Boston.  She also answers an e-mail about options for exterior cladding.

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 discusses the TCU Purple Bike Program, bus-stop benches and the advantages of using a very dense Brazilian wood called "Ipe".  She also answers an e-mail from Ken in Fort Worth regarding an addition to a house.

Designer Tracy discusses loft-space living.  She discusses how important it is to keep clear of "design trends" and answers a listener's e-mail concerning converting a dining room into a pantry.

Designer Tracy discusses strategies for slowing automobile traffic in neighborhoods, how to make a living space on the west side of the house and mailbox placement and design.

Designer Tracy discusses saloon or tavern design after a trip to Bluff Dale, Texas.  She and Joe also described the typical Texas county seat design exemplified by Granbury, Texas.  They especially enjoyed the covered sidewalks in Granbury.  The tavern in Bluff Dale is called Greenwood Saloon at www.greenwoodbd.com.  The restuarant in Bluff Dale is Let's Eat.  Tracy and Joe listened to the wonderful music of Silver Shoes at Greenwood.  The musician's web address is www.silvershoesmusic.com.

Designer Tracy discusses color contrast  - sometimes subtle is better than high contrast.  Listerner e-mails were addressed regarding casing trim and having a newly designed house that does not mimic the neighbors.

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 discusses parks and gardens as playful grounds that should be designed beyond the time when just children play there.  Skateboarding, rusted metal retaining walls and rusted fences are described.  Note:  Rust does not cause tetanus!

Designer Tracy discusses how to budget for a design project.  She also discusses the difference between construction costs and softs costs.  She advises to save a little money for furniture, art and landscaping.

Designer Tracy speaks about why being different in design may be hard for some, when different is good and why.  She discusses carbon footprint issues, offers three "design savvy's" and more.

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 the importance of the entry sequence to a building or home.  Tracy stressed the desirability for that sequence to start at the curb and not just at the front door.  They also discussed an e-mail regarding exterior color on a house.

Designer Tracy and architect Joe discuss the difference between architecture, building, construction and decoration.  Tracy outlines some issues surrounding the selection of a sofa (not a "couch").

Designer Tracy and developer Jim Johnson discuss the challenges of keeping a house hot or cold - the problem of insulation.  Tracy also covers  how to hire a design professional and the design phases in a construction project.

Designer Tracy and her husband/architect Joe discuss the fun of venturing outside of the design safety zone by trusting your design professional.  They also address a listener e-mail question regarding the handling of a wall.  The pair also describe Lafayette Park in Detroit by Mies van der Rohe, Ludwig Hilberseimer and Alfred Caldwell.

Designer Tracy and developer Jim Johnson discuss the issues involved in second home design.  Whether it's a lake-house, farm or ranch the design issues are completely different than for a suburban or urban dwelling.

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 discusses with Jim Johnson construction schedules and why some projects take longer than others.  A listener's question about bathroom tile is also addressed.  Ra Byn Taylor asked the group to discuss the need to keep construction drawings after a project is complete.  Also: the Self's share what they saw on their recent trip to Chicago.