Table of ContentsThe need for continuous insulation"Behind the Walls"Energy Code versus Passive HouseThermal BridgingIssues with a 1920s HouseWall and Roof design for continuous insulationROCKWOOL building science report explainedROCKWOOL Q&AIn the NEWS and on the...
Kitchens and Bathrooms give you the opportunity to create a unique space for you and your family in your home in Atlanta, GA. Recent studies show that many of the features that we incorporate into our designs also are the preferred options for new home buyers.
Table of contentsPutting together your team"Tree and Topo" SurveyLabeling The PlansHow to format plans from your architectApplying Online for the permitFinal Steps to get the permitNeed Help? Since the pandemic, many municipalities have moved their permitting process...
Solid surface materials that are durable look great! In the NEWS and on the WEB Solid surface materials that are durable look great! Solid surfaces are another name for countertops, however, they don't always have to be used as countertops. Our partner, Consentino...
Table of ContentsWhy Radon control matterIssues with a 1920s HouseIn the NEWS and on the WEB Why Radon control matter Radon is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer in the US, only to beat out by cigarette smoking. In some areas like Atlanta, where we are constructing...
Table of ContentsWater Efficiency saves on water and energy HELVEX design grade plumbing fixturesIn the NEWS and on the WEB Water Efficiency saves on water and energy Since this house is in the city of Atlanta, we have to worry about high water costs along with...
Why SawHorse chose LG Squared for this projectContent from LG SquaredIn the NEWS and on the WEB Why SawHorse chose LG Squared for this project Jodi and Chris Laumer-Giddens are the top residential green architects in Atlanta. We needed a design team that was able to...
This project would not exist without themAbout RasmusIn the NEWS and on the WEB This project would not exist without them Jude Rasmus called us and told us that she has a few projects that they needed fixing up. We get lots of these calls and most of them never go...
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March 9th, 2021 | by Matt Hoots | #1920s Makeover, #Whole House Renovation Old houses have lots of charm and patina; however, they also have issues due to decades of neglect. In this “1920’s Makeover,” we are working with some of our strategic partners...
A basement renovation is a great way to create more usable space in your home cost-effectively. Just because basements are cheaper (per square foot) than an addition, this does not mean that you should cut corners. Here are some of the top things to consider or avoid...
