Q: “I’m contemplating a project and trying to understand the residential construction industry and how different players have conflicting incentives. Can you say a few words about that?” A: Great question. I usually tell clients that after purchasing the home, remodeling can be the greatest
Q: “I keep seeing the phrase “Design-Build”. What are the advantages of this kind of service?” A: The design-build philosophy is so influential that virtually all commercial and public works projects are now done this way. This business model is now making its way into
While waterproofing might not be something you want to worry about during your home remodel or construction, it’s crucial that you know and understand why it matters and what should be done about it. What to Know About Waterproofing Before Construction First, there are four
Previously, HVAC systems were loud, uncomfortable (too hot or cold), ill-configured, poorly placed, energy-inefficient, and injected asbestos fibers into our breathing air. But in 2012, we pretty much figured out a solution. Here’s what you need to know if you are contemplating a new forced
In my 42 years in this industry, I’ve noticed quite a few things about the common experiences we all go through during the design process. Observing and understanding these human experiences, there seem to be four universal truths about nearly every project we do. By
In the 42 years I have been in this business, we have found very few clients that say to us, You know, we’ve just got more money than we know what to do with—you just go ahead and do whatever you think is best. For
