EVstudio and Oakwood Homes: Castle Rock, CO “The Aubrey”
EVstudio was hired to produce full sets of structural plans for several Oakwood homes, including “The Aubrey: Carriage House at
Category: Engineering
Python Scripting to Orient Nested Tags in Revit
In my last post on nested tags I went into detail on how to connect and nest a label object within
Creating Nested Tags in Revit Families
Often, when creating a family in Revit, such as an electrical switch or receptacle, there are a number of varieties
Expansion Anchors Explained
There are many situations were it may become necessary to attach a timber ledger to a concrete wall. It is
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
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
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
Solatube – Daylighting Alternative
Our office recently participated in a lunch and learn featuring Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices hosted by Scott Beckman of SolarGreen.
Check of Existing Roof to Support New Mechanical Load
EVstudio was asked to help a new client determine if the existing structure can support a new heavier mechanical unit
Improving Shelters: Effect of Microbursts on Building Storm Systems & the 2015 IPC
This past summer, Denver experienced a number of wet microburst storms that caused some isolated flooding and quite a bit
E-470 Solar Project Dedication
EVstudio attended the E-470 Solar Project Dedication June 26, 2012. Our office designed the helical piers used for the two
Engineering License in Texas
I finally got my fingerprinting done (2 hours of my life I will never get back) to send to Texas
About EVstudio
EVstudio is a full-service in-house design firm specializing in architecture, engineering, planning, and other design services for commercial and residential projects.