MasterSet vs. Site Specific vs. Custom House Plans
Different types of plans can be created for residential projects. There are distinct differences between MasterSet plans, site-specific plans, and
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Encouraging Girls to Pursue STEM
In today’s world, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers are some of the fastest-growing and most lucrative in the
Diverse Codes: Navigating Building Codes Across the States
Homeowners, business owners, and people in their day-to-day lives don’t worry about building codes. Thankfully, professional engineers and licensed Architects
Mastering Retaining Wall Design for Project Success
Coordinating Responsibilities in SRW Projects On all projects involving soil retaining walls (SRWs), It is crucial to communicate the engineering
Deep Foundations, Part Two: Comparison with Shallow Foundations
When selecting a foundation system, one of the key considerations is whether to use deep foundations or shallow foundations. Let’s
Architectural Materials Specifications: Why They Matter
Music is liquid architecture; architecture is frozen music. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (some 18th century old guy with a flair
6 Architect’s Lessons from Working with a General Contractor
While the design and construction industry offers an abundance of unique job opportunities, it can be intimidating to know what
Permit Changes in Jefferson County, CO
Jefferson County has two types of land disturbance permits associated with site grading and excavation for new homes and structures,
Subfloor Preparation Basics
Are you thinking about installing new flooring? Before you start picking out the perfect flooring material and design, let’s talk
Dimensioning 101
You’ve done it again: Cruised through schematic designs with the client praising your designs and asking you to work on
15 Construction Industry Acronyms You Need To Know!
Construction acronyms are used extensively to save time, improve efficiency, and communicate effectively among different stakeholders involved in the construction
Polished Concrete: Pros & Cons
We’re back with more from the informative Lunch & Learn presentation in our Idaho offices. (If you missed the first
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