Whether you’re building a new home or commercial office, there’s always a set sequence of steps between designing your building, the actual creation process and moving in to a finished property. One method of managing this process is called an architect-led design build, and it has several advantages worth considering. One Point of Contact Throughout the Build In many building projects, the architect comes up with the plans that the owner then approves, and then those plans are handed to […]
When you’re remodeling your bathroom or building a new home, you have the perfect opportunity to design and create your ideal bathroom. As one of the most important rooms in your house, your bathroom should be highly functional as well as luxurious. Here are some ideas from our architectural design team in NJ. Smart technology: Smart tech is increasingly becoming part of our homes as it synchs into our daily lives – and your bathroom is no different. With the […]
During the rainy season, New Jersey homeowners are faced with the risk of their home flooding, causing structural damage and the loss of their belongings. According to National Flood Insurance program statistics for 2016, New Jersey homeowners accounted for over 232,000 policies worth $56 billion in flood insurance and received over $6.1 billion in claims payments between 1978 and 2015. With this in mind, it makes sense to incorporate strategies for flood prevention into your home’s architecture. Here are some […]
Architecture and interior design is constantly changing, keeping homes looking fresh, innovative and exciting. Here are some of this year’s biggest trends, according to leading residential architects. Outdoor living space: More than ever, homeowners want to break down the barriers between indoor and outdoor living, allowing them to have a much greater flow between the house and garden. Large patios that can be enclosed, sun rooms and outdoor kitchens are just some of the ways of incorporating the outdoors into […]
When you’re building a home, you often have to make dozens of decisions in a single week – or even a day – on your home’s features, fixtures and fittings, including your home’s lighting. Here are three principals to use while considering how to light your home, from a leading residential architect in NJ. When it Comes to Natural Light, Balance is Best Making the most of natural light is a great trend in residential architecture, bringing beauty and warmth […]