Insulfoam R-Tech Under-Slab Insulation
The builder for the Haley Residence we designed in Evergreen is using Insulfoam R-Tech for the under-slab insulation. Insulfoam R-Tech is
Tag: Residential
IRC Fire Separation Requirements
When designing single family dwelling units, it’s important to remember the fire separation distance requirements. Fire separation distance is measured
Varying Design Wind Speeds for Arvada, Colorado
Contractors, Owners and Designers should be aware that the City of Arvada has five different wind zones of varying intensity.
Avoid Costly Future Alterations: Free Fair Housing and Accessibility Presentation
This week the Department of Local Affairs (DORA) Civil Rights Division offered one of four free lectures on Fair Housing, Accessibility
Denver Survey Requirements
With the recent department shifts and reorganizing at the City of Denver, one thing seems to be coming up quite
Custom Mountain Modern Home
Another mountain modern custom home in Evergreen is under construction. So far only the footings are in place and that
Reducing Holdowns Using OSB Exterior Sheathing
Tired of all the holdown straps? You can eliminate many of the metal holdown straps from the upper floor wall
Don’t Forget to Check your Sump Pit and Pump
Your home may or may not have a sump pit. If you have one be sure to check it every
Attic Access in Houses
We had a discussion about attic access today and I thought I’d share the basic rules. First, the International Residential
Sapphire Build at International Builders Show
EVstudio attended the International Builders Show in Las Vegas. This years show included over 900 exhibitors including MiTek which showcased
Habitat for Humanity Progress at 658 Aspen Way
I am a Facebook follower of Habitat for Humanity, and they have been great about posting progress on their project
Barn Doors in Custom Residential
Barn doors are growing in popularity for custom residential projects. They can be used in varying applications. Where they’ve historically
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