Design Matters
Thoughts of an ArchitectA Message from The Firm
Our blog, Design Matters, is a place for our team to share our knowledge, community events, projects, resources, and opinions. It is a place for you to keep up with us and for us to hear from you. Thanks for reading!
![Project Update: Massanutten Resort Custom Home](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/massanutten-resort-custom-home-3-400x284.png)
Project Update: Massanutten Resort Custom Home
Beck Builders has started moving dirt at Massanutten Resort for a new custom home. This contemporary architectural ...
![Project Update: Eastern Mennonite Elementary School](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Eastern-mennonite-Elementary-School-1-400x284.jpg)
Project Update: Eastern Mennonite Elementary School
The Eastern Mennonite Elementary School gathering space is taking shape as foundation walls are revealed. It has ...
![Peruvian Architecture](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_3051-400x284.jpg)
Peruvian Architecture
This past month, I had the opportunity to travel to Peru. I am always grateful for the opportunity to travel ...
![Tribute to Roger N. Bryant](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Roger-Bryant-400x284.jpg)
Tribute to Roger N. Bryant
Written by Raymond E. Gaines.
Tribute to Roger N. Bryant
1958-2024
Roger Bryant, who ...
![Rock the Ridge to support MTC](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/headerimage_rock-the-ridge-hero-image__1-400x284.webp)
Rock the Ridge to support MTC
It is time to ROCK THE RIDGE to support MTC! MTC has programs including agriculture production, architecture, auto ...
![Harrisonburg Architect named in top 100 for 2024](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/fixr-top-architect-charles-hendricks-400x284.jpg)
Harrisonburg Architect named in top 100 for 2024
Charles Hendricks Recognized as one of the 100 top Architects of 2024
Fixr.com recently revealed its annual ...
![Project Update: Harrisonburg Rockingham Child Day Care Center](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Harrisonburg-Rockingham-Child-Day-Care-Center-2-400x284.jpg)
Project Update: Harrisonburg Rockingham Child Day Care Center
The Harrisonburg Rockingham Child Day Care Center is heading into the final weeks of construction for phase 1. ...
![Confession about owning a small business in a post pandemic economy](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/20171015_122712-400x284.jpg)
Confession about owning a small business in a post pandemic economy
I own a small business in a post-pandemic economy, and life is difficult. (Disclaimer: I have 4 business partners, ...
![First Friday Artist Rebecca Ryan](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1000001527-1-e1715276241416-400x284.jpg)
First Friday Artist Rebecca Ryan
On June 7th from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot featuring ...
![Elk Rock Meadow Craftsman Home is Taking Shape](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Elk-Rock-Meadow-Custom-Home-3-400x284.jpg)
Elk Rock Meadow Craftsman Home is Taking Shape
The Elk Rock Meadow Craftsman home is taking shape! This two-story craftsman home on a partial basement sits on a ...
![Architect Mom](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/385807980_10161058604500851_5123879429005916717_n-400x284.jpg)
Architect Mom
By Architect, Adrienne Stronge.
Architecture can be a demanding profession. There are deadlines, client demands, ...
![2024 Best of the Valley – we need your help, vote daily](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Best-of-the-Valley-400x284.jpg)
2024 Best of the Valley – we need your help, vote daily
The 2024 Best of the Valley Best Architectural and Interior Design firms have been announced and we are in the Top ...