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January 17, 2022 Blog, News

Indoor Play Places Around the World

As a society, we are aware of the importance of allowing children to play freely in public, outdoor spaces. There is a great need for fun and safe places that allow them to experience urban life. Due to inclement weather or safety conditions, it is becoming increasingly popular to create instituted leisure spaces in indoor..

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..

January 3, 2022 Awards, Blog, News

Renovating and Remodeling in the New Year

The New Year is always a great time to start a home improvement project. We crave a new look and strive to create a beautiful atmosphere where we can relax and enjoy ourselves. The terms renovating and remodeling are often used interchangeably, but they are in fact very different. Both involve changes to your property..

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...