Retrofit Design

Where do you build when the site is half wooded?

I spent a few minutes at a coffee shop this morning studying a master plan for a commercial development. With 7-10 buildings planned, an industrial plant neighbor, a lot of slope, and some wooded wetlands, I have a lot to consider! Thankfully the solar orientation is to my advantage, and I should be able to maintain natural storm water movement to the nearby creeks.

Whether you like to get out into nature or bring it inside, taking time to get back in touch has its benefits! Including:
1. Helps with memory
2. Increases happiness
3. Improves concentration
4. Limits bad stress
5. Strengthens immune system
6. Eases depression

Let work its magic! If you’re interested in learning some of the ways you can get started, give me a shout!

How efficient is your old home? Are you always chilly sitting next to the window? Do you have new windows or old? If you still have those beautiful old single pane windows, I highly recommend getting some storm windows to help buffer the cold winter weather. They can be mounted to the exterior and left on year round. This extra layer is helpful at slowing down air and heat transfer through the old window opening, not unlike how insulation works inside your walls.