July 15, 2014

Varying Design Wind Speeds for Arvada, Colorado

Contractors, Owners and Designers should be aware that the City of Arvada has five different wind zones of varying intensity. This could mean a difference of up to 20-25 pounds per square foot of wind pressure on the components and cladding of roofs. For a project such as solar panel installation this could have significant […]

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Converting Paint Shades to RGB

As Building Information Modeling (BIM) takes over architectural presentation and replaces the chore of drafting, clients have become increasingly hungry for more accurate 3D modelling.  Parts of the building, the presence of which had historically been simply implied, are now expected to show up regardless of their overall importance.  Yet one piece of the model

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Santa Fe Style Residence in Colorado

EV currently has a Santa Fe style residence under construction in Roxborough Park, CO. While this site affords its’ owners the opportunity for some amazing views, it also has relatively steep slope for a style that is known for its low massing. Originally designed with space to house the Owner’s camping trailer (which has since

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