Thursday, June 20, 2013

Who said you can't be traditionally modern?
DAS HAUS - HARRIS
It combines minimalistic and traditional design. Great for mediterranean-like weather such as in Southern California or even southern belt states as it takes great advantage of the sun withit's number of terraces and patios. This highly customizable design is only available from our designers at dashausdesign.com.

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Who said architecture is not therapeutic?


It stands to reason that architectural design should bring peace to the soul and purpose to space. This 3d minimalist animation from youtube illustrates this concept in an almost therapeutic manner. Enjoy.


As you watch you may notice the abundance of long horizontal lines and an abundance of eating spaces which denote a multi-family complex. Also we find interesting how the structure actually blends with the background and does not produce a stark break from nature.

From start to finish, great room addition and remodeling job!




Great video we found online about addition and remodeling through the various from the planing stages until the final product. 

Friday, June 7, 2013

How do I know if I need more insulation to keep cool in the summer?

I live in the desert of southern California so it can get pretty hot in the summer (110°F is not uncommon). I would like to lower my electric bill, but more to the point, I want to ensure that our house is comfortable without the air conditioning running all the time. What can I do?
Insulation is always good, hot or cold. There are a lot of other considerations to save energy and keep cool. Air leaks, unprotected windows, and ventilation are also important factors. Perhaps you can find an energy audit professional that is not in the business of selling you a product, but rather an honest evaluation and recommendations for your specific situation. Also, keep in mind: there are still some Federal energy tax credits available and perhaps some State ones in your area.