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!
How to fix comfort issues in your home on cold days
As the season turns to colder weather, comfort issues can impact your daily life. A draft coming down an outside ...
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 ...
Claims, Disputes, and Critical Decisions – Learn more in Charlotte
My friends Sal Verrastro and Greg Markling are sharing their knowledge at an upcoming seminar in Charlotte North ...
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 ...
A home for a lifetime – custom Albemarle County Home
Designing the dream home for my clients is exactly why I enjoy my career. Creating a home for a lifetime is even ...
Green Term Defined: Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
The Solarize movement is strong in both the Shenandoah Valley and Charlottesville. The cost of Solar PV has ...
Canstruction is coming Harrisonburg – will you have a team?
Canstruction is an international charity competition where designers compete to design and build giant structures ...

Green Term Defined: Infrared (thermographic) Camera
An infrared camera is a tool that can help identify water issues and air leakage in a building envelope. ...
Sign up today for the DOE Zero Energy Home Training event in Harrisonburg
DOE Zero Energy Home Training event in Harrisonburg
November 10, 2014, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
JMU Ice House
This ...
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 ...
What do you think of fiberglass insulation? I am reevaluating my negative opinion
I am always looking for experts in the construction industry to discuss best practices. At Construct this year I ...