James May, the host for the BBC's show Top Gear, built a two story home out of 3.3 million Lego blocks. The entire story can be found here. The home was recently demolished because nobody wanted it. Nobody but me.

Here is a Dow Jones Newswire video of Formula Capital's James Altucher explaining why the economy is on the verge of robust growth. A few of his points are valid, but I feel he is ignoring the substantial risks that are still present. I am of the belief that the economy, and real estate market, are close to a "bottom," however I think we might be at this level for quite some time. The period we are now in is an excellent time for long term real estate investors.

I appreciate design that melds artistry and functionality ... Maybe that is why bicycles are one of my obsessions. When it comes to living spaces I gravitate towards modern architecture, and I especially appreciate architects that effectively fuse new and old. If you spend any time with me you will hear me complain about the lack of modern architecture that can be found on the Peninsula. I like many architecture styles, but if I were a developer I would be building modern homes all day long. There just aren't enough of them. I've been ...