We recently started a small patio project which required a bit of creative problem solving.  The objectives were to incorporate a large existing trellis, which the homeowners wanted to use as a seating area, add a gas firepit and make all of this tie in to the...
Ouch, it’s been 2 months since my last update. Â Apologies for my lazy approach to blogging lately! Much has changed since the last post as the house and site have really started to take shape. Â Let me show you around! I got to raise a couple walls with my pa...
Or… a Kentucky Derby/Hollywood mash up? Whatever you call it, it’s seriously cool. Â Our client had recently moved up from SoCal and bought a very traditional farmhouse in Ridgefield with fluted columns, layers of built up crown mouldings and other...
The existing fireplace was uninspiring, outdated and the hearth protruded too far into the room. Â Our clients wanted a focal point for their family room that was modern, but not contrived. Â Their wishlist included an efficient gas fireplace, simple but interesting...
Submitted by Nick Cabianca with Geonomic Developments Energy Efficient Design For most homes, the largest energy expense and environmental impact comes from space conditioning (heating and cooling), typically accounting for more than half of the overall energy used....
Framing started about three weeks ago along with the owners, John and Julie, moving to the island permanently (although temporarily renting some digs until the house is finished). As all wise carpenters do, Les started by building the most difficult walls. Â The south...
