Design Matters
Thoughts of an ArchitectA Message from The Firm
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Green Terms Defined: Energy Recovery Ventilator
An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is the system used for energy recovery by exchanging the energy contained in ...
What are All Those Certifications, and Do They Add Value to Your Project?
In the construction industry, like many others, there are many certifications, professional designations, and ...
Building Code – Why should you demand more?
Building Code: set of standards established and enforced by local government for the structural safety of ...
Home Automation Systems – What is it?
Home Automation is the residential version of building automation. It may include control of lighting, Heating, ...
Apartment Building Face Lift – Duke Gardens
Duke Gardens is a student apartment building in Harrisonburg. The goal for this project was to update the exterior ...
Green Term Defined: Thermal Envelope
The thermal envelope is the barrier used to protect your interior environment from heat transfer from inside to ...
Green Term Defined: Thermal Envelope
The thermal envelope is the barrier used to protect your interior environment from heat transfer from inside to ...
Designing your dream home – Steps to Success in Design
Designing your dream home - Steps to Success in Design
Why is a properly sized HVAC system important?
Why is a properly sized HVAC system important?
Efficiency: You wouldn't purchase a jet airplane to get to the ...
Is it worth it to belong to AIA, CSI, USGBC, NAHB? Does it add value for you or your clients?
The same conversation seems to happen in every organization in the construction industry. How do we get more ...
Design Matters – New construction vs custom construction
Design matters. If you are building a new home, proper planning and design will provide you with the most ...
Water can destroy a home in a short period of time.
A water management system does more than just protect your home from driving rain.
A proper water management ...