Collar Ties
One of the hardest things to design on a house is the roof. It can be complicated. It’s almost always…
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Money Pit? How can you tell?
Money Pit has become a popular term again with the massive uptick in construction costs over the last year. There…
Variances
Variances are a tool that people often misunderstand. The purpose is to address specific problems in the building or zoning…
Architects – Here To Help
Architects often rank highly on surveys regarding the respect people have for a profession. There’s a reason a seasoned grifter…
Is Now a Good Time to Construct?
We get a lot of questions from clients asking about if it’s a good time to construct. If they can…
The What and Why of Barndominium Style Homes
Barndominiums are a surging trend in real estate. The term “barndominium” was coined in the late 80’s, but have surged…
How do I Keep Tabs on My Construction Budget?
Construction budget? Wooo boy, this is the big question I always get. And it is not an easy one to…
Do I need to pay for an engineer?
Short answer, if I make the suggestion, then yes. I’m going to offer advice based on our experience here, primarily…