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January 24, 2022 Blog, education, News

Finding the Most Efficient Heating Method for your Home

At this time of year, we are reminded how expensive it can be to heat our homes. According to the U.S Department of Energy, heating costs account for 30% of a typical home’s utility bill. There are multiple ways of cutting these costs but the best one is to outfit your home with an efficient..

January 11, 2022 education, News

Winterizing Your Home

With the winter season upon us, it is vital that we prepare our homes for the extreme weather ahead. A little preparation beforehand can minimize or eradicate any damage that may be done to your home due to harsh weather conditions. Here are some things both homeowners and renters should consider doing to prepare for..

December 13, 2021 Blog, education, News

Trending Christmas Designs

The traditions of Christmas mean different things to different people. Learning a few designing tips from architects can help you create an unforgettable holiday display. Whether you are decorating an urban space, a country cabin, an industrial apartment, or a conventional house, there are many ways you can bring Christmas into your home. Here are..

December 6, 2021 Blog, education, News

All about the Geodesic Dome

A geodesic dome is a hemispherical, thin-shell structure based on the shape of a geodesic polyhedron. The triangular elements used to construct the dome are structurally rigid. They are able to distribute the structural strength of the building throughout the construction making geodesic domes able to withstand very heavy loads for their size. Domes are..

November 29, 2021 Blog, education, News

Scandinavian Design Trends

Scandinavian design has been at the forefront of architecture for many years. Many prolific designers and architects are native to this region. Our own architect, Robert Scarano Jr’s heritage is Scandinavian; his mother was born in Denmark. When most people think of Scandinavian design they immediately think of IKEA, the big box store from Sweden...

November 22, 2021 Architecture, Blog, education, News

Passive Houses

People who live in passive houses live in comfortable, modern homes with no drafts or temperature variations from room to room. Incredibly, they have virtually no heating or cooling bills. If this concept sounds appealing, you might try living in a passive home. The passive house approach focuses on the following 5 main principles: Solar..