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!
![Design for Connection](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/DESIGN-FOR-CONNECTION-400x284.jpg)
Design for Connection
As human beings, we need a sense of belonging, connection, we need to gather. Social connection can lower anxiety and depression, help us regulate our emotions, lead to higher self-esteem and empathy, and improve our immune systems. As I think about the projects I have worked on over the last few years, many of them have a common theme of providing a place for connection.
Why architecture?
Why architecture? Because we make clients happy, builders look good, reduce call backs, improve energy efficiency, and help create beauty in this world. #designmatters
Home office renovation
I have had many discussions about home office renovations with a variety of people over the last 8 months. Are you considering upgrading your space?
Tis the season, to stop air leaks in your home
Taking time to seal the holes will improve the comfort of your home as well as potentially reduce your electric bills. One place that is easy to improve is around light switches and electric outlets.
![Ready for winter? Check your attic.](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/attic-insulation-4-e1699999157653-400x284.jpg)
Ready for winter? Check your attic.
As the cold weather approaches, it is time to make sure you are ready for the change. The easiest place to make improvements in most homes is the attic.
Top 10 Things to Do This Fall for Your Home and Health
Top 10 Things to Do This Fall for Your Home and Health
Time for an interior update #renovation
time for an interior update #renovation
Architectural Mentoring during a Pandemic
Architectural Mentoring during a Pandemic
Modern Home with a view
This beautiful modern home is a great example of why design matters. This home is healthy, durable, energy-efficient, and timeless, not just because of the quality infused into the design and construction, because design matters
![Home School Resource Guide to Architecture](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HOME-SCHOOL-400x284.jpg)
Home School Resource Guide to Architecture
I have been working on creating a resources page for Home Schooling. Here is the start of the list:
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Home School Resource Guide to Architecture
Home School Resource Guide to Architecture
![Time to Renovate your home? 10 tips to consider when doing a renovation and addition](https://www.thegainesgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kitchen-renovation-2-1024x451-1-400x284.jpg)
Time to Renovate your home? 10 tips to consider when doing a renovation and addition
Time to Renovate your home? Here are some things to consider when doing a renovation and addition