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Is Wellness Architecture the New Luxury Architecture?

Is Wellness Architecture the New Luxury Architecture?

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 24, 2026

The definition of “luxury” home has shifted dramatically since I entered the industry in 1999. The...

Keeping Your Cool with Smart Home Updates

Keeping Your Cool with Smart Home Updates

by Charles Hendricks | Jul 18, 2025

As summer heats up, we're all looking for ways to stay cool and comfortable without seeing our...

Questions to Ask When Looking for the Perfect Green Products

by Charles Hendricks | Aug 12, 2013

When you are selecting building products, you may never find a perfect, green solution. Here are...

Green Term Defined: Green Building (Part 2)

by Charles Hendricks | Mar 14, 2013

Green Building continued: The client is responsible for forming the best possible team to achieve...

Green Terms Defined: Green Building (Part 1)

Green Terms Defined: Green Building (Part 1)

by Charles Hendricks | Mar 13, 2013

There are many definitions of what green building is or does. Definitions range from a building...

Spend where it makes the most difference – Design Matters

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 20, 2012

Building a home is a major investment of time, energy, emotions, and money. You have to make some...

Crossroads Farm Green Home

Crossroads Farm Green Home

by Charles Hendricks | Aug 3, 2011

Green Building is not expensive, it is not unusual, and it should not be considered a unique...

Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Lawyers- Teammates in Green Building

by Charles Hendricks | Jun 24, 2011

Christopher G. Hill is lawyer and owner of the Richmond, VA firm, The Law Office of Christopher G....

10 Steps to Help You “Go Green”

10 Steps to Help You “Go Green”

by Charles Hendricks | Jul 19, 2010

There is a tremendous amount of information about going green on the news, television shows, and...

LEED – Cost vs Value

LEED – Cost vs Value

by Charles Hendricks | Jul 18, 2010

LEED - Cost vs Value LEED (Green design) and construction does not cost more, quality costs more....

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Gaines Group Architects is a firm that has a commitment to designing for the future. We have assembled a remarkably talented and experienced team of professionals to pull all building elements into a single elegant and functional design. Integrity, budget control, effective and timely communication, and a thorough knowledge of current technology, construction methods, and materials turn our promise and your dream into a delightful reality.

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Charlottesville Office:

Charlottesville
Office:

910 East High St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Office: 434-979-5245

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Harrisonburg Office:

Harrisonburg
Office:

141 W. Bruce St. Suite 201
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Office: 540-437-0012

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Roanoke Office:

Roanoke
Office:

CoLab, 1327 Grandin Road SW
Roanoke, VA 24015
Office: 540-437-0012
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