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Improve Thermal Performance and Lower Costs

An optimized value engineered approach to framing kills two birds with one stone




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Construction

Trouble-Free Stucco Overhangs

Transitions from walls to horizontal surfaces are prone to moisture problems. Attention to proper detailing in these areas is key.

Case Studies

A Pittsburgh Rowhouse With a View

Working mostly within the city limits but in a variety of neighborhoods on different building types, architect Darren Lloyd says every project is instructive for projects that follow, regardless of type.

Case Studies

Tuning Into Infill in East Memphis

Memphis-based Archimania is intent on using good design to improve the city.

Project Management

Site-Specific Design: What It Means to Design for Place

Designing custom homes to preserve and enhance the natural qualities of a site

Construction

2022 Custom Timber Home Building Outlook

A few of top tips from Mid-Atlantic Timberframes for working with timber frame providers, as well as what we’re seeing on the custom timber home building horizon for 2022.

Construction

A Case for Compact Duct Layouts

Energy and building codes now require a high level of insulation, high-performance glazing, and better air sealing—compact duct layouts may help

Design Details

Design Details: Above the Fray

In a densely populated Seattle neighbor­hood, two adjacent infill sites were developed: The Lookout and Shake Shacks

Backstory

Backstory: Logical Thinking

How a small architecture and construction firm in Maine became a leader in the prefab and Passive House movements

Best Practices

Guest Columnist: Evaluating Risks and Cost Before Buying Land

Finding the right building site with no issues can be trick; that's where scrubbing the lot could help

Business

Selections Strategy

Collaboration holds the key to a smoother selections process that satisfies both client and builder

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