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My photography from the past few months – architectural photography

As an architect in Harrisonburg, I spend most of my time balancing function with beauty. I see harmony in forms ...

Green Term Defined: High Efficiency Water Heater

High efficiency water heating can save you a considerable amount of energy each day. There are several systems ...

There is something about design – we even collect it

Good design is a common theme in my posts. How do you construct a house that is healthy, energy-efficient, and ...

Canstruction is coming Harrisonburg – will you have a team?

Canstruction is an international charity competition where designers compete to design and build giant structures ...

What changes in your home after an accident? A list of simple home modification solutions.

On Friday of last week, my mom broke her hip at home. She was home alone when it happened and was not near a ...