Architecture

The Six Components of Successful Daylighting Part III

by Anthony Ries November 27, 2013

Presented today are the last two components of successful daylighting: Integrate the daylighting scheme into the architecture Integrate the daylighting scheme with building systems These final two points remind us that architecture is synergistic, that is it becomes more than the sum of its parts. […]

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Sometimes Architects Still Sketch

by Anthony Ries November 27, 2013

In an age when computers have taken over our lives I still like to do things by hand. Particularly in the early stages. Computers are great, don’t get me wrong, but a huge benefit in working more closely with your hands is that the ideas […]

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Social Networks for Design Inspiration

by evstudio November 14, 2013

Surely you’ve heard of Pinterest by now; it’s the social media website that allows users to virtually “pin” images and links that they find inspiring, from delicious looking recipes to captivating architectural masterpieces. Pinterest has provided both designers and homeowners a place to collect information […]

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Three Wood Framing Methods – Balloon, Platform & Advanced

by Anthony Ries October 27, 2013

We recently talked about a variety of building methods. Within each method are different ways to build. Here we talk briefly about three wood framing methods. Balloon Framing -This method of framing was fairly popular on the east coast and parts of the Midwest […]

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3rd Material Option for Lakewood Townhome

by Anthony Ries October 25, 2013

Our final color and material palette is below. This is one of the most conservative schemes in terms of color. The idea was to make most the building very basic but them make the canted, cantilevered walls pop out just that much more by using […]

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AutoCAD vs. Revit: A Structural Engineer’s Opinion

by Katelyn Spainhour October 23, 2013

As the design industry continues to slowly transition away from traditional drafting programs, namely AutoCAD, and into using building information modeling (BIM) programs, such as Autodesk’s Revit, structural engineers seem to be putting up a fight. The interface is more artsy, commands seem primitive, […]

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The Six Components of Successful Daylighting Part II

by Anthony Ries October 22, 2013

Last week we talked about the first two components of successful daylighting. This week we follow up with the next two: Assess lighting needs for typical visual needs Use of apertures to create focus and mood These two components are somewhat advanced strategies the breathe […]

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Top 10 Myths About Architects

by Dean Dalvit October 17, 2013

Ok, I know that I can’t speak for all architects, and there are certainly those few out there who are responsible for most of the misconceptions about the profession. But I would like to set the record straight for the great many of us who […]

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Additional Color Scheme for Lakewood Townhomes

by Anthony Ries October 17, 2013

As part of our color selection and design process for the Lakewood Townhomes we looked at three material and color palettes. Below is the second of those schemes. It’s definitely fun, vibrant and exciting. As a multi-disciplinary team we have the staff in house with […]

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Upcoming Townhomes in Lakewood

by Anthony Ries October 13, 2013

We are pleased to announce that we recently submitted for approval a great set of townhomes in Lakewood Colorado. Each unit will consist of the main entrance with closet and bench, a single car garage, covered outdoor parking for a second car and ample space […]

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Conceptual Images of Lakewood Town Homes

by Anthony Ries October 12, 2013

Defining an identity for any project is a matter of great consideration. Our latest project in Lakewood Colorado, just west of Denver is essentially the first new project in the vicinity and as a result we have an opportunity to set the tone for the […]

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Building Boom in Williston North Dakota

by Dean Dalvit October 2, 2013

Many of us have heard about the oil boom in the Northern states following the new technologies making it more cost effective to extract resources from the Bakken oil field that stretches from South Dakota up into Saskatchewan, but few in the lower states really […]

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