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As a follow up to our post from yesterday, why is reducing the use of concrete important? Because the creation of cement–the “glue” that holds concrete together–is one of the most carbon emission intensive materials we use in construction. Concrete is so...
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Except maybe for being in the ground with a reduced carbon impact foundation- such as this foundation. For our clients Steve and Lauren, whose new home project is registered with the USGBC with the certification goal of LEED Platinum, we are using an innovative...
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Whenever we “enjoy” these frigid, sub-zero temp, polar express cold snaps like we did this past week, we love reaching out to our Passive House clients just to touch base and see how their homes are performing for them. Aly and Rob shared this response text back to...
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One of the exciting things for any of our clients is when their projects achieve final green certification: be that Michigan GreenStar, NAHB NGBS, DOE NZER, USGBC LEED, Phius Passive House, or Living Building Challenge. Each of these programs, which we have delivered...
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OK and now for the big reveal. Drum roll please… the correct answer is: Rainscreen Assembly. Yes, what you are seeing is the supporting infrastructure for a pressure-equalized rainscreen water management wall assembly. It might come as a shock to some, but the siding...
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Our whole-house remodel and second floor addition for Jeff and Izzy is really coming together nicely! OK you Architectural Sherlocks out there- Pop Quiz! What are those wooden members forming the “lattice” on the sides of the house? First prize goes to the person who...
