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!
Parkside Townhomes at Preston Lake – Project Update
We were fortunate this past year to work on a variety of projects from warehouse, custom homes, to townhouses. ...
Picking a Builder is Like Speed Dating
Picking a builder is like speed dating; you have to find someone you like, have similar values, and can put up ...
Attic Insulation Will Make Your Home More Comfortable and Energy Efficient
It certainly has gotten cold here. As I write this, it is 17 degrees outside and the high for tomorrow is in the ...
The Gaines Group 2015 in Review
2015 was a year of growth for The Gaines Group, PLC in both Harrisonburg and Charlottesville. As the economy came ...
My Christmas wish for you.
My Christmas wish for you.
It has been an amazing year here at the Harrisonburg Gaines Group office. We grew ...
Christmas Shopping From an Architect: Energy Efficient and Cost Effective
Time to finish up your Christmas Shopping!
Well it is December 23rd, so probably time for you guys to finish ...
Top Blog Posts of 2015
Top Blog Posts of 2015
Thank you all so much for your support and reading my blog. We are now closing in on ...
Green Terms Defined Summary 2015
Green Terms Defined Summary 2015
2012 International Energy Conservation Code: Minimum energy code standards ...
What Energy-Efficient Product Will Make Your Home Air Tight?
Air tight is the most critical element of green building design. The easiest way to be air tight in an existing ...
Seal Your Electrical Outlets to Improve Your Home Comfort
In every house I visit to do an energy audit, the electrical outlets have been a major source of air infiltration. ...
Green Design vs Design – What Do You Want?
We have built a solid reputation for delivering "green" architectural design for our clients. We were even named ...
Harrisonburg Sustainable Farmhouse Project Update
Another new project is under construction and enjoying this mild winter weather. The Harrisonburg sustainable ...