Design Matters
Thoughts of an ArchitectA Message from The Firm
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Harrisonburg Starry Nights – Safe, energy-efficient, healthy light solutions
The dark-sky movement is an effort to reduce light pollution. This is a problem not only in large cities, but it ...
Old Town Harrisonburg Custom Home – Update
This infill project in Downtown Harrisonburg makes the most of a small footprint. Featuring an open floor plan, 3 ...
Before you bring baby home, get it ready for the changes coming.
What are the things you need to do in your home before the new baby comes home? What precautions do you need to ...
An energy-efficient home can take on any style.
I got the question last week, can we make a particular style energy-efficient. There is a common misconception ...
A FLIR T420 Thermal Camera, a Trash Bag, and a Snowstorm
Getting an energy audit for you home is a relatively new concept. This process will highlight the problems in your ...
Penn Laird Dream Home Finishing Construction: Project Update Part 5
The clients have moved into their Penn Laird dream home, built by Trost Custom Homes. Here is the last group of ...
SVBA Home and Garden Show – April 12 – 13
The SVBA Home and Garden Show is scheduled for April 12-13 at the Rockingham County Fair Grounds again this year. ...
Why I architect….
I believe that design is one of the most critical elements of thinking we have to build a brighter future. We can ...
Comfort Issues in Your Home – Building Science Issues Identified
Comfort issues in your home are often caused by things behind the walls.
Air tight and vapor permeable is a known ...
Comfort issues in your home caused by issues behind the walls – Building Science issues identified
Sloped ceilings are a common solution when trying to maximize a space. This photo was taken in a carriage house ...
Going Green: Should You Build Your Home to a Higher Standard?
Going green when building a sustainable home is the first step in ensuring you are helping your environment and ...
EarthCraft: Green Term Defined
There are many terms used to describe a home that is built to a higher standard, green, sustainable, LEED ...