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IS ENOUGH REALLY ENOUGH?

June 11, 2021 by David Coggins in Etc.

On the last episode of Central Division, Michael took me to task for my ancient and beloved coffee maker. Apparently, coffee sitting in a glass pot upsets him. “You must like burnt coffee,” he said dismissively.

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June 11, 2021 /David Coggins
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INTERIOR MONOLOGUE: DESIGN THEORIES

August 02, 2019 by David Coggins in Etc.

Recently, the Coggins apartment was featured on Cup of Jo, with photographs taken by the most excellent Stephen Johnson. It was great to be with a real interior photographer. Stephen is a true advocate of directional light. You might not guess it, but we covered all the windows but one with garbage bags so there was only one light source. Before the photo shoot I was not expecting to be standing on my window sills taping them up. Anything for a shot!

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August 02, 2019 /David Coggins
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