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!
Hillcrest Cottage
The foundation is in on this tight and steep lot off of Hillcrest in Harrisonburg. Herr and Company said yes to build this beautiful cottage on a challenging lot. If you met our clients, you would know why.
Reduce your stress and get a new kitchen
When remodeling your kitchen it's common to arrive at the dilemma of who to trust. The kitchen can be viewed as ...
Please welcome Matty to our team
Matty is eager to support the Gaines Group Architects team with her expertise in graphic design, office management, and client happiness.
Pride of place, building community part 2
Design has power.
Pride of place, building community
What does it mean to have pride of place for your community? How can we continue building community?
Honored to be included in the FIXR 2021 Top 200 Experts in the Construction Industry
Charles Hendricks, AIA, CSI, CDT, CAPS, CGP, LEED AP BD&C Named As A Top Expert in the Construction Industry In 2021
Construction Industry Young Professional Networking
Construction Industry Young Professional Networking
Post-Pandemic Indoor Air Quality Seminar
Post-Pandemic Indoor Air Quality
Intentional Design is the best way to build affordably
When we design a home it is sort of like putting together a jigsaw puzzle where you don't have a picture of the finished product. We start the process by establishing the goals or program - the number of rooms, types of rooms, budget goal, view opportunities - the program is always custom. The most common piece that does not want to fit is the budget. The wants almost always outweigh what is possible with the amount of money available. Building affordably with high value per square foot is critical. Intentional design is the best way to build affordably.
Design Matters, having a plan before construction is the key to success
We talk about it all the time, design matters. Having a plan together before construction starts is the key to success. This goes for all products.
You are not invited to attend this fundraiser!
You are invited NOT to attend! We need your help to support two local non-profit organizations in our ...
Help build an even stronger Downtown Harrisonburg!
Help build an even stronger Downtown Harrisonburg!