Design Matters
Thoughts of an ArchitectA Message from The Firm
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10 Factors that should be considered for resilient design solutions
10 Factors that should be considered for resilient design solutions
Green Term Defined: Commissioning
Commissioning is an important step to create a sustainable project. This process, found in many green rating ...
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Harrisonburg SVBA Green Playhouse Design Competition
The Shenandoah Builders Association is excited to announce ...
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Canstruction Harrisonburg
April 11, 2015
SVBA Home and Garden Show
Rockingham County Fair ...
Stoney Run Farm – project update
We get involved in some really cool and interesting design-build projects. This tilt-up concrete project is a ...
Should my new house “breathe?”
Ask any seasoned carpenter (that does not understand building science) and they are likely to tell you "don't ...
Green Terms Defined: Pervious Concrete
Pervious concrete is rare in our area, but is growing in popularity. It is simply concrete that allows water to ...
Does My Attic Have Enough Insulation?
This time of year we always add a blanket to our bed to stay warm at night. It is cold! In order to have a more ...
Does My Attic Have Enough Insulation?
This time of year we always add a blanket to our bed to stay warm at night. It is cold! In order to have a more ...
Smithland Road Custom Home
We take a variety of approaches for our custom home projects. On the Smithland Road Custom Home, we worked for the ...
Green Term Defined: Erosion
Erosion is the removal of soil and rock by water from one location to another. Erosion is also when wind moves ...
Harrisonburg Architect named “Best of #Houzz” for the fourth year in a row
The Gaines Group, PLC of Harrisonburg, VA Receives "Best Of Houzz 2015 Award"
Over 25 Million Monthly Unique ...