Open for Business During Construction
One of our recently designed projects was recently permitted with no review comments and is now under construction. The project
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And a Column Shalt be Under Thine Beam
One of the most frequently made mistakes in traditional design is the misalignment of a column with regards to the
Typical Rafter Insulation Detail
Here is a typical insulation detail for a rafter framed roof. We’re showing a 1” polystyrene baffle to provide airspace
LEED ID Credits – New LEED Pilot Credit Library
Earlier this year, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) introduced a new dimension to their Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Why Mock-up Wall Sections Are a Great Idea for Your Next Building
In addition to all the other reasons, I love looking at construction projects mock-up wall sections are one of the
Getting Nailed: A Brief History of Nails
Unless they get one in their car tire I am willing to bet that the average person does not spend
Grades of Solid Clay Masonry – Bricks
Common building bricks come in three grades which indicate the bricks resistance to weathering. The weathering general refers to how
You Wouldn’t Download a House, Would You? 3D Printing Homes
3D printing technology is experiencing a bit of an explosion at the moment. Your local Home Depot has a MakerBot
Plate Crushing – Importance and Solutions
“Sticky” doors and windows? Plate crushing could be to blame The Issue When there is a large point load coming
Why Hire an Architect When a Contractor Offers to Design-Build
Design-build is a common delivery method in construction and a popular buzz word in the industry. What it generally means
Do it yourself? Or consult a professional? – Forensic and Investigative Engineering
Did you ever wonder if something is still good years later? If something you own is still functional after years
Great City Views from a Custom Home
One of the great perks to building a home in the mountains is the great view of the surrounding mountains
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.