Three Wood Framing Methods – Balloon, Platform & Advanced
We recently talked about a variety of building methods. Within each method are different ways to build. Here we talk
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Restrained versus Unrestrained Members
In the last several months, I’ve had many questions about what constitutes a “restrained” concrete member, and what constitutes an
This or That #4: Trellis vs. Pergola
Home and garden advertisements interchange these a lot…so what’s the real difference? In this corner: a trellis is defined as
Erosion Control (BMP) Best Management Practices
Erosion Control measures have come a long way… especially in Colorado. In fact, most jurisdictions have devoted entire sections of
12 Tips for Design Build in Government Contracts
These are just some of the lessons we have learned from our most recent government work in the Design Build
EVstudio Structural Engineering for Lennar Homes
Wearing both the “architect” and “engineer” hats at EVstudio, I experience frequent cross-over between the two fields and get to
Structural Considerations for Commercial Solar Panel Installation
EVstudio was recently hired to consult on the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the Knights of Columbus Building
PlanGrid – Saving Time and Paper Cuts
PlanGrid is a construction software and application that allows all users to access, update, and modify building plans in
Precompression vs. Balanced Load in Post-Tension Concrete
My Post–Tension elevator speech is pretty well rehearsed at this point: “We drape steel cables — tendons — in the
Remodels Require a Flexible and Responsive Team
We are doing an exciting renovation in the Conifer area that has a really unique front entry. The entrance evolved
Staples or Nails? Choosing the Right Fastener for Wall and Roof Sheathing
We are often asked by contractors if they can substitute framing staples instead of nails for their wall and roof
You Have Purchased a Property….Now What?
So you’ve purchased a property and are looking to get it renovated as soon as possible – don’t think for
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