Custom Home Design Structural Engineering
This is a custom home designed by a local design-build firm, West Standard. EVstudio did the structural engineering. It is
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Nostalgic about NM and the Architecture of Acoma
After almost nine years of living in New Mexico, my wife and two goldens have decided to leave the Land
Post-Tension Sheathing Repair (or, Some Things Duct Tape Can’t Fix)
Last week, I wrote a post about ways post-tensioners protect tendons from corrosion. As part of that article, I mentioned
EVstudio High-end Single Family Design in 15 Minutes
INT. ARCHITECTURE OFFICE – MORNING A bustling architecture firm in Denver’s Golden Triangle District is filled with the hum of
Waiter, There is a Fly in My Concrete!
The concrete that is used today typically consists of five materials; air, Portland cement, gravel and crushed stone, sand, and
Parametric Conceptual Design Made Easier
Another efficient learning tool for designers to use is a new software called Dynamo. Dynamo, created by AutoDesk, can be
Lateral Design in a Single Family Residence, What is it and Why do You Need it?
While lateral load requirements have been a part of the International Residential Code since it’s inception, until recently, an actual
Innovative New Modules Bring LED’s Closer to Widespread Use
The recent LIGHTFair International (LFI) in Las Vegas, the world’s largest architectural and commercial lighting trade show, reported record breaking attendance
Basics of LEED Green Associate
When the LEED system arrived on the scene a number of years ago it was really quite simple to attain
The Design-Build Project Delivery Process – Architect Led
Whenever possible, we encourage our clients to strongly consider the Design / Build process for project delivery. In our office,
How to Avoid Master Plans that Collect Dust – Public Participation
Too often, written documents, or master plans tend to accumulate dust without being implemented. This can be a very frustrating
Passive Solar Window Package – A Case Study
Recently, one of our single family home clients asked me to review two window quotes they received, one from Windsor
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EVstudio is a full-service in-house design firm specializing in architecture, engineering, planning, and other design services for commercial and residential projects.