Summer is quickly approaching, and with the longer days and warmer temperatures, it’s the perfect time to tackle all the DIY projects you’ve been wanting to do around the house. While larger, more complex projects will of course require a residential architect, there are plenty of home projects you can do on your own while enjoying the summer sunshine. And many of them are projects that your whole family can do together. Re-paint the exterior of your home Did you […]
When you’ve reached the stage in your project where you’ve received architectural design proposals from all the firms on your shortlist, it’s now time to schedule interviews with each firm. If you’re someone who is going through this process for the first time, you may not know what questions to ask or how to decide which architect is the best fit. To help, we’ve put together a list of questions we recommend you ask during the interviews: What sets you […]
Architects are responsible for creating beautiful, functional commercial spaces for public use, and designing a memorable exterior is important because it determines peoples’ first impression. Many of us may not even realize it, but according to a study by the Guggenheim Lab, we are all strongly affected by a building’s façade. For example, we experience positive feelings when we walk by an interesting, complex façade, and we experience negative feelings if the façade is monotonous and too simple. There are […]
Commercial architecture determines the way people use a space and the way they feel while they’re in the space, so when designing an open plan office it’s important to get it right. Large and small companies across the country have embraced open plan office design, getting rid cubicles, individual offices, and other partitioned areas. So how can you design an open plan office that’s functional, aesthetically pleasing, and maximizes the use of the space? Here are a few tips: Incorporate […]
When you are looking to invest in a home for your future, you have two very different options – buying or building a custom home. Both options come with their pros and cons, and it’s important to investigate each option carefully to find the right one for you. However, as specialists in architectural design in NJ, we have to say that building is our top choice! What are the Advantages of Building a Home with an Architect in NJ? It’s […]