My previous blog post Working with an Architect touched upon the various steps and processes that define the…
So why is it called The Saltbox House? Salt was necessary for preserving food, and so it was…
There was a time when The American Institute of Architects (AIA) actually published a recommended fee schedule. However,…
Localized situations and the special features that define any given project make it very difficult for an Architect…
The Zoning By-laws are local ordinances regulating the use and development of property by dividing the jurisdiction into…
As an Architect I come across many homeowners who would like to perform their own renovations or pull…
I grew-up on Long Island and my recent visit sparked a desire to highlight the first suburban mass-produced…
Cape Cod Style homes often had what was called a”Good Morning” stair that rose towards the chimney block…
So you have decided to pursue a residential design project; whether it be a remodel, renovation, addition, or…
New England’s early years were not colorless. Yes, the earliest homes often remained unpainted since early homeowners didn’t…
Chances are you haven’t worked with an Architect before. This is a new relationship and your understanding of…
Painting can be a fun, economical way to refresh a room or even give your whole house a…
My previous blog post: Working with an Architect explained the design process and professional services performed by an…
Gambrel is a Norman English word, referring to a wooden bar used by butchers to hang the carcasses…
My first blog post Do I need an Architect touched upon some of the factors that make building…
You have been thinking about a new build, addition, or renovation project for a long time and you…
