Architect to expand office space in Harrisonburg

10 years ago I traveled to Picayune Mississippi to serve others and it changed me forever. I was 32, 2 years out of graduate school, a new father, and still finding my place in the community. This was my first relief trip. Hurricane Katrina had hit the gulf coast and the...

The construction industry is changing rapidly, are you ready for the future? #Construct

I am at just another boring industry conference this week. You get up early to go to class. You stay out late networking. People email and call from your office wondering why you have not responded faster. You meet the industry leading experts in everything from building science,...

Your attic can tell you if your home is energy efficient

It is #Construct Show time again, so I am heading to St. Louis to learn the latest from the best in the construction industry. I look forward to this conference each year as our firm tries to stay on the cutting edge of the industry. The Construct Show is a gathering of CSI...

HVAC stands for the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system in your home or business. The system should be able to heat and cool your home to create a comfortable living environment. It should also have a source for bringing in fresh air and to control humidity. An HVAC...

Green Term Defined: Ceramic Tile Ceramic tile is made from clay that has been permanently hardened by heat, often having a decorative glaze. Ceramic is a word derived from the ancient Greek “keramos” meaning “of fired clay.” A properly installed ceramic...

Want Solar on your roof? Worried you cannot afford it? Find out the truth here: Oct 14, Plains District Community Center, 233 McCauley Dr, Timberville, 6 to 8 pm Oct 15, Ares Community Center, 201 Green St, Bridgewater, 6 to 8 pm Oct 22, Community Center, 20593 Blue & Gold...

If you’re looking to hire an architect, give me a call for a consultation. I get a lot of calls about building additions, renovations, new construction, and building science issues. So do all the people calling me need to hire me? NO. I am happy to offer my help where...