by Shelter Associates | Jan 3, 2012 | Design Tips
One of the by-products of a consumer-based society is that we all collect “stuff,” from sports equipment and garden tools to holiday decorations, craft and hobby gear, and clothing. In some cases, people have so much stuff that it commandeers their...
by Shelter Associates | Jan 3, 2012 | Building 101
Q: What is Lifecycle Assessment? A: Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) is a way to evaluate and estimate the value of a particular building product or system across its usable life. LCA considers a product or system’s cradle-to-grave environmental impact, from its raw...
by Shelter Associates | Jan 3, 2012 | Uncategorized
Homebuilding is a highly specialized and complex process. And like builders themselves, no two clients are exactly the same. Some homeowners are very interested in the homebuilding process, while others are more content to follow the lead of the builder and be...
by Shelter Associates | Jan 3, 2012 | Building 101
Q: My builder seems somewhat removed from the day-to-day construction process and I deal mostly with the site superintendent. Is that normal? A: Increasingly, today's builders rely on others both inside and outside the company to actually build a house. Your home...
by Shelter Associates | Jan 3, 2012 | Remodeling
In the current housing economy, it's tempting to buy a “short sale” or recently foreclosed home, especially one that was built during the recent housing boom and is being offered at a bargain-basement price. But that strategy is full of pitfalls and...
