open concept floor plan

Closed or Open Concept Floor Plan – Which is Better?

If you’re planning a custom home and working with an architect, you’ll have many conversations and answer many questions. One of the biggest that impacts the design is whether you’ll have an open concept floor plan or separate rooms (sometimes called a closed floor plan). There are pros and cons to both, however, depending on your lifestyle, family, and the …

medical facility design

The Architect’s Role in Medical Facility Design

A medical facility, whether it be a small family practice or a hospital, has unique design requirements. As medical care evolves, so does healthcare architecture. Not only must a patient be able to navigate the facility, but they have an expectation of privacy and safety. You want them to feel comfortable and cared for. Of course, the doctors, nurses and …

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Design Tips for a Modern Church

Whether your congregation is big or small, you want them to feel welcome and comfortable in the space. No longer do you walk into the vestibule and continue on into the sanctuary all within just a few feet. Church architecture has changed in part because of technology and also how we worship and congregate at church. As you and your …

Sandbar commercial architecture

How to Choose a Commercial Architect

Whether you’re designing and building a new facility from scratch, remodeling an existing space, or adding onto your building, you need a commercial architect. Choose the wrong one and you may not have the functional space you need. When you choose the right one, you will likely love the space and it will serve you well for many years. Just …

myths and architects

5 Myths About Architects

As experienced architects, it’s always interesting to hear what people think about our profession. Most people know that we go to college and most of us have neat handwriting. However, some of the things that people assume they know about architects is far from accurate. We thought we’d help you know the facts. Myth #1 – My Contractor Can Do …

architects and engineers

You May Need Both a Licensed Architect & Engineer for Your Project

If you’re looking for someone to design your new home, an office building, or an addition to an existing space, you need the assistance of many people. Every project needs a licensed architect and some will need an engineer. Of course, a designer is also essential and we talked about how your architect works with your designer previously. Education & …

adding on to your home

Adding on to Your Existing Home

If the highly competitive housing market has you considering a home addition, you’re not alone. Whether you only want a home addition or are remodeling and want both a new layout and more space, you should work with an experienced architect. As an architecture firm, we’re working with many homeowners on a variety of different home additions, however, there are …