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Home Design 101 – Working With An Architect

by OSC
Events, Resources, Tips
May 5, 2014

Dreaming about a project and not sure where to start? Trying to figure out how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for your family's changing needs? Whether your project is a small remodel or new construction--or if you are just curious about the design process--AIA architects can help. Join AIA Seattle at Siematic Seattle for an information-packed seminar on the basics of design and construction including budget advice, tips for hiring the...

Home Design 101 – Working with an Architect

by OSC
Events, Resources, Tips
March 7, 2014

Dreaming about a project and not sure where to start? Trying to figure out how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for your family's changing needs? Whether your project is a small remodel or new construction--or if you are just curious about the design process--AIA architects can help. Join Anna Mihkels AIA and Scott LaBenz AIA at Siematic Seattle for an information-packed seminar on the basics of design and construction including...

How to Choose an Architect for Your Project?

by OSC
Resources
February 21, 2014

Licensed architects are specialists. Part of becoming one is to understand a multitude of details, products, and technologies within a specific field of design. This only happens with years of experience and continuing education. In order to find the right residential architect you've got to ask the right questions. Here are a few...

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Who Needs an Architect?

by OSC
Resources
February 1, 2014

Architects work on projects of all sizes and complexity. They add value from design and construction to the resale of your home. Who needs an architect? You do. You can't afford not to hire one. Brought to you by CRAN, the custom residential architects network. A knowledge community of the American Institute of Architects. More information on CRAN: http://network.aia.org/cran/Home CRANtv YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/CRANtv...

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Phinney Home Design and Remodel Fair

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Events, News, Resources
January 20, 2014

It’s that time of year again for all of us at grouparchitect! The exciting Phinney Home Design and Remodel Fair is right around the corner on Sunday January 26. This will be our third year participating in this exhibition of residential products and design, and will be housed in the big blue Phinney Center at 6532 Phinney Avenue North. In past years we have enjoyed talking through design wishes and residential dreams with show attendees, and expect this...

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The Architect’s Education

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Resources
September 13, 2013

The architect is much more than a draftsperson. Find out what an architect does and how they can make your home project a success. Brought to you by CRAN, the custom residential architects network. A knowledge community of the American Institute of Architects. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifRxm2PvlQw&list=UUWfdrxrRg8JVVSePGXjUU7Q More information on CRAN: http://network.aia.org/cran/Home CRANtv YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/CRANtv...

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PNA 2013 Home Design and Remodel Fair

by OSC
Events, Resources
January 23, 2013

Grouparchitect will be hosting a booth at the Phinney home fair this Sunday. Stop by and say hi and we can discuss any home remodel or renovation project you are considering. We’ll be in room 1. The fair provides a great opportunity to meet architects, designers, contractors and building material vendors in a pressure free atmosphere. PNA Home Design & Remodel Fair Phinney Neighborhood Center, Blue Building. January 27, 2013 10am-4pm More info at: http://www.phinneycenter.org/homefair/ Hear from the Experts at the 2013 Home Design &...

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Energy Planning

Plan ahead to reduce your energy costs the smart way

by OSC
Green, Resources, Tips
August 20, 2010

Existing home and buildings often have an inverse relationship between the age and character of the building with respect to energy efficiency – the older it is, the less energy efficient it is. Our Energy Assessment includes a brief comparison of your building’s insulation levels against current and future codes and recommended upgrades as well as an overall building envelope improvement summary for reducing energy loss. We also highlight target items such as windows and doors, appliances, and furnaces, etc...

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Grouparchitect website updates – June 2010

by OSC
Resources
June 11, 2010

Online Calculators Want a quick estimate on what your project will cost to design and build? Check out our online cost estimators to give you an idea of rough costs. We've provided some links to free cost estimating calculators to assist you in developing a rough estimate of costs for the design and construction of your custom residential project. These calculators only provide rough estimates so they don't take the place of having a qualified design professional or contractor...

Ask An Architect

Ask an Architect

by OSC
Resources, Tips
December 31, 2009

Have a question you'd like to ask an architect?  Post it here and we'd be happy to provide an answer.  You can also check out the FAQ's in the Resources section of our site for a list of some common questions with our answers.  Some of which are: Why do I need an architect? How do I select an architect? What size of project is too small? What do architectural services typically cost, and how are they structured? What is the “typical” scope of service? How...