Design Matters

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Our blog, Design Matters, is a place for our team to share our knowledge, community events, projects, resources, and opinions. It is a place for you to keep up with us and for us to hear from you. Thanks for reading!

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GiveSolar and the Green Energy Movement

By cbhendricks | July 14, 2021 | architecture, Building Science, Local Leaders

The switch to renewable energy seems like a no-brainer, there are several benefits to taking the plunge into a more environmentally conscious lifestyle, more specifically - solar power.

A world of No Design

By cbhendricks | July 14, 2021 | architecture

Most of us have never had clothes designed specifically for our desires, body type, and preferences. Most of us have not experienced design rather live in a world of "no design."

Architecture is frozen music

By cbhendricks | July 14, 2021 | architecture

Our world is a better place because of music, art, and architecture. "Music is liquid architecture; architecture is frozen music" according to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Remodeling with an Interior Designer

By cbhendricks | July 12, 2021 | architecture, Interior Design

Remodeling your home can be an overwhelming venture especially when you don’t have a solid vision.

Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center

By cbhendricks | July 8, 2021 | citizen architect, Local Leaders

Our mission is to not just be a leader in the future of design but to also be a leader in making a difference in ...

Elk Rock Meadow Farmhouse

By cbhendricks | July 6, 2021 | architecture, project update

The Elk Rock Meadow Farmhouse will sit near the entrance of the neighborhood and fits just right into the topography of the site.

Muddy Creek Cozy Cottage

By cbhendricks | June 30, 2021 | architecture

The Muddy Creek Cozy Cottage is now under construction. It is an exciting time in the life of this new home.

Falling lumber prices are a start, but how do we fix the housing market?

By cbhendricks | June 24, 2021 | architecture

Falling lumber prices are a start, but how do we fix the housing market in our community?

Historic Renovation in Charlottesville

By cbhendricks | June 23, 2021 | architecture, Historic Renovation

We love working on historic buildings, figuring out their history, and honoring it. Getting to design the façade renovation of the Historic Minor-Nelson house on High Street in Charlottesville is truly an honor.

Hillcrest Cottage

By cbhendricks | June 21, 2021 | architecture

The foundation is in on this tight and steep lot off of Hillcrest in Harrisonburg. Herr and Company said yes to build this beautiful cottage on a challenging lot. If you met our clients, you would know why.