Construction Update: Koelbel City Homes at Lincoln Park
EVstudio is ecstatic to be a part of one of Koelbel Urban Homes’ most exciting new developments: City Homes at
Category: Construction
This or That #2: Soffit vs. Eave
These two architectural terms are often used interchangeably and it’s understandable since two people pointing out the soffits and eaves
Roofs: How Low (Slope) Can You Go?
Roof slope is one of those architectural features that really can define the style and character of a project. From
Reinforcing Concrete Slabs-on-Grade
A few weeks ago, I got a great question regarding the reinforcement of concrete slabs-on-grade, so I thought I’d take
Proper Bearing of I-Joist Rafters
As today’s architectural design trends toward more open floor plans with vaulted ceilings there is a need for economical rafters
Project Spotlight- Evergreen in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Throw Back Thursday- International Multi-Family Housing Flare The first of several international projects is Aria – a 66-unit podium style
Types and Design of Wood Trusses
Here are some great resources about the different types of wood trusses and how they are designed. If you have
Fastening to Concrete – Wedge Style Expansion Anchors
There are many situations were it may become necessary to attach a timber ledger to a concrete wall. It is
Hometown South – A Structural Engineer View
Hometown South is a new community from Century Communities, located in south Arvada, that EVstudio is happy to be a
Balancing Post-Tension
Last month, I wrote a quick post about understanding the sources of long-term losses with post-tension tendons. One of the
Straight Shaft Drilled Concrete Pier Foundation
Straight Shaft Drilled Concrete Piers are constructed by drilling a hole into the ground and filling it with concrete and reinforcing. The diameter of the pier varies depending on the load the pier must support.
Production Home Building- Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency can be a very broad subject. So, to make the topic more easily understood in this blog, I
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