How do I get exactly what I want when building a home?
Today, I want to talk a little bit about getting the right price for the home or business you want. …
What are Architectural Drawings For
This week, I ran into a couple of new problems that comes from a misunderstanding of the limits of architectural…
Where should you spend your money from your limited budget?
Yesterday, I visited a house designed on a napkin by a non-professional. He was extremely proud of his house that…
What does the code say?
So, guess what the most common question I get asked as part of my job. It’s usually some version of, “can…
Can I afford an Architect?
The short answer is, if you’re looking to build, you can’t afford not to hire one. I know I’ve posted…
Air Barriers – How and why to wrap your home.
Before I start, keep in mind that every environment is different, if you live in Canada, you have different climate…
Buttoning up a Home – Increasing your Energy Efficiency for the New Year
It’s resolution season and for many of you, you may be resolving to save energy this year. If you’re planning…
Hiring an Architect
As an architect, there are a lot of ways I can get attached to a project. The best way for…
We’re Back Baby – And You Probably Need Us
There’s really not a lot of excuse for the last couple of years, I got very busy running the business,…
Do You Really Need Hurricane Grade Construction at the Delaware Beaches?
The first Delaware jurisdiction has recently adopted the 2012 International Building Code, which has all sorts of changes, mostly minor and things most owners don’t really care about (except the sprinkler requirements, which most towns and counties seem to be opting out of in the state.) But the big kahuna around here is the new wind maps. Long story very short, Delaware is no longer considered at risk for a hurricane strike and the requirements for new construction have dropped dramatically. Many people are finding that prefabricated buildings may be just what they need, as one example.