Mentorship requires opening up your daily life to eager, curious minds. Firm members at The Gaines...
Be the Person You Needed When You Were Younger: The Power of Mentorship
We all remember what it was like to stand at the edge of our futures, unsure of which path to...
Tiny House Revolution
We are working on several tiny homes this year which is a trend we have seen growing since 2020....
Emotional Cues and Intense Listening Deliver a Truly Custom Home
I know that the most successful custom home designs don’t start with a sketch. They start with an...
The “Starter Home” is Dead But a New American Dream Will Rise
We have all heard the “American Dream” of a white-picket-fenced yard surrounding our 1,600 sf...
Top 10 Blog Posts of 2025!
Happy New Year! Before we jump into 2026, enjoy a quick recap of our top 10 blog posts of 2025! We...
A Holiday Message from The Gaines Group Architects
As we approach year end, the lights are glowing a little brighter in our studios—not just from the...
Designing for the NRV: Unveiling Airport Acres with Habitat for Humanity
We are thrilled to unveil our latest collaboration with Habitat for Humanity of the New River...
Expanding Our Footprint: Serving Roanoke Valley and the New River Valley
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in the history of The Gaines Group Architects:...
First Fridays: A Recap!
One of our favorite programs we participate in is the First Fridays of the Valley here in...









