Architecture for the layperson

What's The Most Expensive Part Of Building A Multiplex?

Achieve profitable multiplex construction by using strategic design and planning to avoid costly pitfalls.

Why I Don't Design Craftsman Style Houses

Redefining Craftsman style: Explore design strategies that thoughtfully extend its timeless qualities for contemporary relevance.

The Simplest Path To An Energy Efficient Multiplex (And How To Avoid A Costly PMT)

Explore practical ways to avoid costly transformers in multiplex designs, improving space efficiency and building value for property owners.

Get More House for the Same Price

If you're considering building a new house or overhauling your existing one, you may not realize that you're wasting money on what you...

How to Build or Renovate a House that Lasts Longer, for Less Money

These are the THREE most important items to replace in a reno or new house that will stretch your dollar and help your house last longer.

What Is An Ultra High-Performance House?

An ultra high-performance building performs excellently in a number of unseen ways and goes beyond just saving money on heating.

10 Tips to Maximize Your Home Renovation Investment

Homeowners considering a renovation can increase its value by maximizing the performance of every dollar spent. by following these ten tips.

Should You Build or Renovate with High Interest Rates?

You bet. The Bank of Canada raised the prime interest rate again this past week, so plenty of people and companies are reluctant to build....

How Will Ultra High-Performance Protect Your House From a Wildfire?

Any house built near a forest risks being destroyed by wildfire, but you can protect your home for a relatively low cost.

Your Architect Needs To Do These FOUR Things Before Drawing ANYTHING

There are 4 main things that an architect should do for your project to avoid wasted time, wasted money, and expensive, aggravating delays.

How To Design Or Renovate Your House For Comfort During Heatwaves

Installing central air-conditioning to handle heatwaves is expensive and isn't a long-term solution. Here's a less expensive strategy to fi

Grab The Keys To An Ultra High-Performance Home

Like a super high-performance car, a “Legend Home” is a modern, ultra-performance home. You get superior comfort, precise climate control.

Get Two Houses for the Price of One

Renovating or building a house to last 80-100 years can be less expensive than one house that must be replaced or repaired multiple times ov

UltraHome™: Post-disaster Luxury House

Disaster-proof and climate resilient houses can be luxurious if designed correctly.

Don't Install Air Conditioning In Your House - You're Wasting Your Money

Is an AC system a waste of money? Find out why getting a central air-conditioning system now might be a costly mistake.

DESIGN FOR CLIMATE CHANGE: The Flood Proof House, Part 4

Severe flooding may breach your last defense, and only proper planning and careful thought can design your house to survive.

Better than Passive House

The big 'green building' systems out there right now are LEED, Passive House, Living Building Challenge, and WELL certification. Each...

DESIGN FOR CLIMATE CHANGE: The Flood Proof House, Part 3

The setup of your property and your landscaping is your first physical line of defense against water traveling over land.

DESIGN FOR CLIMATE CHANGE: The Flood Proof House, Part 2

Flooding presents a range of risks most of which can be lethal. The flood risk impacts entire communities.

DESIGN FOR CLIMATE CHANGE: The Flood Proof House, Part 1

We can design a flood proof house to withstand the next British Columbia flood event. That's important because while not everyone lives in

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