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!
![Young Architect Series 2021: Adrienne Stronge](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/young-architect-series-2021-adrienne-stronge-400x284.jpg)
Young Architect Series 2021: Adrienne Stronge
I had the pleasure, for the second time this year, of attending the Young Architect virtual conference. This ...
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Kitchen Countertops
Whether you are trying to tackle a kitchen renovation or building your dream house, the selection process can be ...
![Big Brothers Big Sisters Mini Golf for Kids’ Sake 2021](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/BIG-BROTHERS-BIG-SISTERS-MINI-GOLF-FOR-KIDS-SAKE-2021-e1695220031214-400x284.jpg)
Big Brothers Big Sisters Mini Golf for Kids’ Sake 2021
This past weekend The Gaines Group team had the privilege of supporting the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Big Brothers ...
![GiveSolar and the Green Energy Movement](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/givesolar-and-the-green-energy-movement-400x284.jpeg)
GiveSolar and the Green Energy Movement
The switch to renewable energy seems like a no-brainer, there are several benefits to taking the plunge into a more environmentally conscious lifestyle, more specifically - solar power.
![A world of No Design](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/A-world-of-no-design-400x284.jpg)
A world of No Design
Most of us have never had clothes designed specifically for our desires, body type, and preferences. Most of us have not experienced design rather live in a world of "no design."
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Architecture is frozen music
Our world is a better place because of music, art, and architecture. "Music is liquid architecture; architecture is frozen music" according to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
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Remodeling with an Interior Designer
Remodeling your home can be an overwhelming venture especially when you don’t have a solid vision.
![Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/brethern-mennonite-heritage-center-400x284.jpg)
Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center
Our mission is to not just be a leader in the future of design but to also be a leader in making a difference in ...
![Elk Rock Meadow Farmhouse](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/elk-rock-meadow-farmhouse-1024x461-1-400x284.jpg)
Elk Rock Meadow Farmhouse
The Elk Rock Meadow Farmhouse will sit near the entrance of the neighborhood and fits just right into the topography of the site.
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Muddy Creek Cozy Cottage
The Muddy Creek Cozy Cottage is now under construction. It is an exciting time in the life of this new home.
![Falling lumber prices are a start, but how do we fix the housing market?](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/EMES-Bridge-3-400x284.jpeg)
Falling lumber prices are a start, but how do we fix the housing market?
Falling lumber prices are a start, but how do we fix the housing market in our community?
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Historic Renovation in Charlottesville
We love working on historic buildings, figuring out their history, and honoring it. Getting to design the façade renovation of the Historic Minor-Nelson house on High Street in Charlottesville is truly an honor.