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Tag Archives: architecture
Architectural Consultations before you buy or lease property
By Lorianna Kastrop, Vice President/CFO, The Kastrop Group, Inc. Architects We often get inquiries from people who wish to buy a home or buy/lease a business property and want us to confirm that the property will be suitable for their … Continue reading
Posted in Ask an Architect, Hiring an Architect, Residential, Uncategorized
Tagged architect, architecture, building permit, buy, consultation, lease, legalization, Permit, property, unpermitted
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Why you should consider solar panels and a home battery for your home
With the demand for renewable energy on the rise and projected to continue to increase in the future, solar energy is something you should consider when remodeling your home. Solar energy is a great way for you to participate in … Continue reading
Posted in Beneficial Buildings and Healthy Homes, Commercial, Community, Design and Construction, Residential
Tagged architecture, design, efficiency, Energy, investment, power, savings, solar, sun, sustainability, technology
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10 Sure-fire Ways to Connect with an Architect
The Bay Area has been in a construction boom ever since the recession ended (even a bit before!). During the recession, the American Institute of Architects reported that 40% of the licensed architects in the U.S. were without work or … Continue reading
Posted in Ask an Architect, Community, Hiring an Architect, Uncategorized
Tagged advice, architect, architects, architecture, Bay Area, hire, hiring
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Skipping architectural design can be penny-wise, pound foolish
“I already have a design, I just need the plans drawn up.” This is a statement that makes architects cringe. In some cases, it will cause the architect to turn down your project. What someone thinks is a “design” could … Continue reading
Residential Design: Include your pets in your plans
We consider the needs of children, possibly aging parents/in-laws, and our client’s tastes and desires when designing or remodeling homes. But what about the furry family members? Pets are a big part of our lives and making homes comfortable, secure … Continue reading
Posted in Ask an Architect, Design and Construction, Residential, Uncategorized
Tagged architecture, cat, cats, design trends, dog, dogs, home, pet, pet design, pet design ideas, pets, remodel, residential
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Sharing the business of architecture with high school students
Last week I had the opportunity to speak to students at Burlingame High School who are taking beginning and advanced architecture classes. They have a nice design studio with up-to-date computers and design software. Their teacher has an architectural degree … Continue reading
