Design Matters
Thoughts of an ArchitectA Message from The Firm
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!
Freezing Pipes: Should I Be Worried?
Unprotected Pipes:
Unprotected pipes are susceptible to cold temperatures because water expands when it goes from ...
A Well-Placed Addition Allows For New Life in an Old Space
A well-placed addition allows for a new life in an old space. This renovation brings in light, adds space, and ...
Architectural Salvage Fun
Architectural Salvage Fun
It is always fun to check out an architectural salvage store. You never know what you ...
A Story of Career Development by a Blue Ridge Community College Student
Career development is a great focus of the Gaines Group in helping students become architects. Alex Alvarez is a ...
Visit with Santa at the Chesapeake Western Railroad Depot First Friday Art Opening
Join us for a very special First Friday night before heading downtown to the Harrisonburg Holiday Parade. On ...
10 tips to go green this Thanksgiving
10 tips to go green this Thanksgiving
Shop Local for your Thanksgiving feast – go to the local farmer’s ...
Insulation in Your Attic Can Determine Your Comfort in Your Living Room
It is important to have the right amount of insulation in your attic:
The minimum amount of insulation you should ...
Get an Energy Audit to Verify Your House Doesn’t Have Unwanted Guests
I went out to do an energy audit at Massanutten yesterday. The home was clearly well maintained. It was 30+ years ...
Mark Your Calendar for First Friday Santa at the Depot
Go ahead and mark your calendar for Santa at the Depot on December 1st. Just like last year, we will host the ...
First Friday Art Gallery Opening Featuring Jude Dayton
Each month for Harrisonburg's First Friday, we host a new artist in our building's 2nd floor gallery at the ...
Weiler Orthodontics Finishing Up Their Facelift
Activity has been constant in the Weiler Orthodontics space since the construction began - see here. Herr and ...
A Sweet Polio Event at Harmony Square Dairy Queen
Polio still cripples children around the world. With your help, we can wipe this disease off the face of the earth ...