Tag: construction process
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3-D printed houses: technology and building
I read some random stuff pretty regularly. I just landed on an article from The Economist about 22 Emerging Technologies for 2022 that talks about a new process to use a giant 3D printer to build a house. Pretty incredible stuff for sure. The walls of this house are being built with a 3D printer.…
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Our Design Process and Timeline in a Nut Shell… In a Perfect World (Updated 4/1/25)
One of our most asked questions is “How long will this take?”. There are many moving parts to the design and build process. What we can do is speak to OUR processes and do our best to help others along in their process. If you are a new client or considering working with us, this…
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Dresser to Vanity Project
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Accessory Buildings: what’s allowable and what’s not has to do with use and ordinances (the accessory dwelling unit)
Here we are post Covid 2021 in Florida and the housing market is still on fire. Some agents feel that the tide may be turning over the next couple of years to be more of a buyers market. We are blessed to live in an area where people come to vacation in paradise. With all…
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New Codes for Residential Construction in New Smyrna Beach: an Educated Client is a Happy Client
There is a lot to know as a building designer. We do our best to have a general understanding of local codes and ordinances. The tricky part is that municipalities will make changes and not really let anyone know. WE generally find out during the permitting process when the city kicks back our plans with…
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Benjamin Franklin: “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!”
The quote in the image is something my therapist told me once. I am a people pleaser, to a fault at times. I want all of my clients, contractors and tradesmen I work with to be happy. BUT I cannot control what I cannot control. And that is a lack of planning by others. …
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Creating a Budget for Your Home Renovation or New Construction Project: 3 Steps to a Reality Check
Getting real about your finances and your vision for your home can be frustrating but still worth the investment
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Collaboration is Key
Designing a project will always turn out better in the end when you include all the stakeholders from the beginning.
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5 Must Know Pieces to the Foundation of a Successful Project: What Are the Steps I Need to Take to Make Sure I Don’t Get Totally Screwed Over?
What Are the Steps I Need to Take to Make Sure I Don’t Get Totally Screwed Over? steps to take to make sure I know what I need to know for my home project.