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Charles Named Fixr’s Top 100 Architects 2023

By cbhendricks | May 12, 2023 | Charles Hendricks, Harrisonburg Architect

Charles Hendricks Named as a Top Architect of 2023 Fixr.com has just unveiled its annual list of 100 Top ...

#hilltophouse is complete

By Charles Hendricks | May 1, 2023 | architecture, project update

The #hilltophouse is complete, built by Sauder Builders, Inc,. We were able to photograph the inside (outside ...

First Lego League Jr. at Explore More

By Charles Hendricks | April 30, 2023 | citizen architect, community

Explore More Discovery Museum brings so many exciting opportunities for families to our community. We were able to ...

First Friday Artist: Bill Del Gallo

By cbhendricks | April 24, 2023 | artwork, First Friday

On Friday, May 5th from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot ...

Aging In Place – Part 1: Where to begin?

By cbhendricks | April 17, 2023 | aging in place, Charles Hendricks, resources

Charles recently joined Beth Bland of Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) on the WSVA Early Mornings podcast ...

First Friday Artist: Joey Truxell

By cbhendricks | March 27, 2023 | artwork, First Friday

First Fridays Downtown has been going strong all year, and we are excited to feature artist Joey Truxell for ...

Big Giver Contest for Big Brothers Big Sisters!

By cbhendricks | March 22, 2023 | community, Local Leaders

It's once again time for the Big Giver Contest, sponsored by Commonwealth One Federal Credit Union, and for you to ...

7 Spring Energy Saving Tips

By cbhendricks | March 19, 2023 | architecture, Building Science

As Spring sweeps in, temperatures change and your house has different needs. Here are 7 Spring Energy Saving Tips ...

#HilltopHouse is in the final days of construction

By Charles Hendricks | March 15, 2023 | architecture, project update

The #HilltopHouse is in the final days of construction and our client is counting down until move in time. The ...

Celebrate the women of Gaines Group Architects #InternationalWomensDay

By Charles Hendricks | March 8, 2023 | Office Culture, team

On #InternationalWomensDay we highlight the women of Gaines Group Architects! Adrienne, Deborah, Carla, Mariya, ...

In the Community: Kids Choir with Mariya

By cbhendricks | March 7, 2023 | community, Leadership

We're so proud to have such involved people at Gaines Group Architects who are committed to giving their time to ...

Hiring Architectural Associate / Design Professional

By cbhendricks | March 5, 2023 | architecture, Office Culture, team

Hiring Architectural Associate / Design Professional Attention Architects and Interior Designers, we are ...