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!
#Construct 2016 was an incredible learning opportunity
My week at #Construct 2016 was filled with education, friends, culture, and FUN. CSI (Construction Specifications ...
Planning for Performance and Aesthetics Will Save You Money
I work with a variety of builders here in the valley. One of the builders has built homes from plans in ...
Hiring an Architect Thanks to the Internet
16 years later, the internet has made hiring an architect easier
Over my 16 years in the industry the way we ...
Mentor Those Who Can Change The Future
Want to change the future? Mentor those that will be the change.
On the Road Collaborative has kicked off YEAR 2 ...
Best Value Found in Higher Quality, Not Low Price
It keeps coming back to me time and time again - the best value is found in higher quality solutions and not in ...
Sustainable Home Sets New Standard For The “Classic Farmhouse”
The classic farmhouse has a strong tradition here in the valley. The big front porch, gathering space for the ...
8 Steps to an Energy-Efficient Home
Insulate and air seal the attic / roof - There should be a minimum of 12" of insulation in your attic and all ...
Gaines Group Architects in Harrisonburg
Gaines Group Architects in Harrisonburg
We have been building our firm here in the valley for a little more than ...
Budgets: Low Prices Often Do Not Lead to a Happy Client in the Future
We all have budgets - no matter how big or small the project, there is ALWAYS a budget. These budgets are always a ...
Sustainable Farmhouse in Harrisonburg Project Update 3
Beck Builders has finished the Sustainable Farmhouse we designed just north of Harrisonburg.
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The Gaines Group Harrisonburg Office Is Taking Shape
Our new office is open and getting into shape.
The interior brick walls along the stair that were once ...
Renovation Project: Finding Treasures Inside Walls
Check out this cool find inside a wall on a renovation project
You never know what to expect in the walls of a ...