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If you want to be a better architect, you should read these 15 books.

If you want to be a better architect, you should read these 15 books
27 May 15
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Memorial Day – Celebrate I Honor I Remember

Memorial Day Celebrate I Honor I Remember All gave some, some gave all. A prayer for peace. Then they will beat their swords into iron plows, and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation will not take up sword against nation;nor will they train for war anymore. ~ Isaiah 2:4 Our...
25 May 15
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#Architects are not normal people Part II

#Architects are not normal people. Part II. See part I here. As an architect, I have had years of training that has taught me how to observe spaces, building science solutions, and aesthetics in a unique way different from normal people. I see beauty in brick and emotion in...
22 May 15
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Get rid of the mess in your house with these design strategies

Clutter around the house is a common issue in many homes today. Of course the best way to reduce clutter is to have less stuff. However, even once you have less stuff, there needs to be a storage system to keep all that is left in order. From shelving to closets there are many...
20 May 15
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Green Term Defined: No-Step Entry

Green Term Defined: No-Step Entry Want to build the most sustainable home possible? Then you should make your home adaptable for all of the challenges you might face in life. For instance, what if your teenager breaks an ankle playing sports? What if you have knee pain as you...
18 May 15
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Broadway Barn – a look inside

I have posted pictures of the barn behind our house before – check some of them out here. So while I was working this past weekend, I took some images inside the barn. Roof inside the second level – yes that is a basketball goal. Storage items found on walls and the...
15 May 15
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Chesapeake Western Railroad Depot in Harrisonburg history

I have been documenting the history of Chesapeake Western Railroad Depot building in Harrisonburg. With help from many area resources the history of the building is coming together.
13 May 15
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Green Term Defined: Historic Building

Green Term Defined: Historic Building A historic building is a structure that has historic, architectural, or cultural significance. The building can be part of a historic district or be an individual property. The structure is generally at least 50 years old. In addition to...
11 May 15
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Thinking of building a new home – consider these questions first

If you are thinking of building a new home – you should consider these questions first. 1. What is a typical day for you and your family? What can be done to make things easier and more organized – cubbies, laundry chute, kitchen island? 2. Think about the activities,...
09 May 15
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Remember to include the fun when you are building your new home

Remember to include the fun elements when you are building a new home. Don’t just focus on the functional elements for daily life. Include things that you enjoy doing from sports to crafts, from reading to bird watching, from watching tv to working out. in home basketball...
08 May 15
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I get asked all the time, what type of architecture do you design? It is not an easy question to answer.

I get asked all the time, what type of architecture do you design? It is not an easy question to answer as we do a large variety of project types. My short answer is usually something like – healthy, energy-efficient, and durable buildings for a variety of clients. The...
06 May 15
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Green Term Defined: Humidistat

An electronic device that is similar to a thermostat and is essential for understanding your home’s moisture levels. A humidistat is an electronic device that measures the relative humidity in a space. Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. Relative humidity is...
04 May 15
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