As an architecture firm in Maryland, where the summers are hot and humid and winters can be bitter cold, we understand the importance of selecting the right building materials for every project. It is crucial to consider how these materials will perform across our different seasons, ensuring durability, sustainability, and comfort. Below, we will explore […]
As architects, our job is to design spaces that are functional for those that will use them. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are a largely underserved segment of the population, so when we were contacted to design a new porte-cochere for The Arc Southern Maryland, we were honored to have their trust and the […]
How We Lifted a Beach House One Full Story Above Grade. For homeowners with houses on the beach, it’s not always “no shoes, no shirt, no problem.” Strong storms with violent storm surges can cause serious damage to waterfront homes, and even knock them down or wash them away. Fortunately, FEMA has a grant program […]
We are lucky enough in Maryland to enjoy four beautiful seasons. Our winters are typically relatively mild; however, there are still plenty of days and weeks with temperatures at or below freezing. Even when temperatures are just cool enough to need a jacket, you should be able to enjoy all of the spaces of your home. […]
Transforming a Charming Older Home Into a Showroom and Office We have always had a great relationship with our partners at GH Clark Contractors, which is an exterior remodeling contractor located in Calvert County. When they reached out to us to help renovate an older house on Main Street in Prince Frederick to serve as […]
For many of us, our dogs don’t just live amongst us; they are truly members of our families. They use our homes just as much as we do, and most of the time, they actually spend more time in the house than their humans! There are many ways that you can incorporate dog-friendly solutions […]
This is probably not “news” to most, but the current housing market is extremely tough on buyers. Low inventory has driven prices up, and inflation has increased in the interest rate to its highest level since 2009. As interest rates rise, borrowers are losing their mortgage eligibility. An increase of just one percentage point can […]
Oftentimes our clients will come to us looking for solutions for their existing homes. They love where they live and want to make it work better for their lifestyle. Designing ways to improve upon our clients’ cherished homes is an area that we are passionate about. Our clients, Jeff and Rose, wanted to add more […]
Rising gas prices – on the heels of a pandemic – seem to be affecting every industry in many ways. The increased cost of materials combined with labor shortages had already impacted the building industry, and now the rising cost of gas is adding even more strain on contractors. Consumers are being impacted as well. Higher […]
Sometimes your dream home is the one you’re already living in, minus a few upgrades. Between low inventory in the housing market and families continuing to spend much of their time at home, renovating is a popular choice amongst homeowners these days. As with anything else, trends for home renovations fluctuate over the years as […]