Every design and construction effort follows a predetermined process. To meet the ever-changing needs of clientele, the building industry has...
COMBAT THE WINTER BLUES WITH DECOR: 4 WAYS TO FEEL BETTER
For many, the winter months can seem to drag on and on, causing undeniable mood change. In the northeastern U.S., constant gray skies mixed with...
INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS THAT WILL DEFINE 2020
As we near the end of 2019, the interior design industry is buzzing about what will surge in popularity and define 2020. After consulting with our...
REPURPOSING OLD MATERIALS IN NEW DESIGNS: 3 EXAMPLES OF CREATIVE RE-USE
In the name of sustainability, the building industry is increasingly championing energy efficiency, the recycling of building materials, and the...
4 STEPS TOWARDS SIMPLIFYING LAND USE REGULATION
What is Zoning and why does it exist? In the most basic terms, privately held real property (land and buildings) and its use is regulated by local...
JOB SHADOW DAY WITH HEMPFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
This month, four Juniors from Hempfield High School shadowed our team at our Lancaster office. With a goal to learn more about our family of...
UNDERSTANDING BUILDING CODE CHANGE & COMPLEXITY
As though the construction process were not difficult enough, anyone desiring to improve their property or build anew must navigate the quagmire...
AN ARCHITECT’S FEE: WHAT’S THE VALUE AND HOW DOES THE BILLING PROCESS WORK?
What You’re Paying For “How much does it cost for a set of blueprints?” It’s the question every architect dreads to hear from a prospective client....
Q&A WITH OUR INTERIOR DESIGNER
We spend most of our time indoors. The modern employee, sitting at a desk and working on his or her computer for hours on end, may spend as little...
HOW TO KICK-OFF YOUR BUILDING PROJECT IN 3 STEPS
Whether you’re building your dream home, expanding your business, or developing property, starting a new building project can feel overwhelming. For...