Posts tagged materials
How to Talk to Contractors
How to Talk to Contractors

Ever have trouble getting in touch with a contractor? No response to your voicemails and emails? I know what you're doing wrong and the changes to make.

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Navigate the IndustryAshley Hopwood Farrarplans, blueprints, construction documents, design documents, deliverables, drawings, architect, designer, contractor, permit requirements, residential, commerical, renovation, high performance, site analysis, site plan, floor plan, demolition plan, dimension plan, elevations, sections, roof plan, lighting, electrical plan, 3d model, window schedule, door schedule, assembly details, interior design, construction administration, site visits, materials, life safety plan, fire rating, ADA, cabinet elevations, structural engineer, surveyor, energy consultation, building scientist, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, environmental engineer
Homes for the Apocalypse
Homes for the Apocalypse

Where do you want to live when the apocalypse is here? And by apocalypse I mean infrastructure disintegration. It's coming and you should be ready. I know I sound crazy but I’m only partially kidding.

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Navigate the Industry, Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarplans, blueprints, construction documents, design documents, deliverables, drawings, architect, designer, contractor, permit requirements, residential, commerical, renovation, high performance, site analysis, site plan, floor plan, demolition plan, dimension plan, elevations, sections, roof plan, lighting, electrical plan, 3d model, window schedule, door schedule, assembly details, interior design, construction administration, site visits, materials, life safety plan, fire rating, ADA, cabinet elevations, structural engineer, surveyor, energy consultation, building scientist, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, environmental engineer
How Much Does An Architect Charge?
How Much Does An Architect Charge?

It’s a complicated answer but I’m going to try to keep it SUPER simple! There are two main ways for an architect to charge.

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Navigate the IndustryAshley Hopwood Farrarplans, blueprints, construction documents, design documents, deliverables, drawings, architect, designer, contractor, permit requirements, residential, commerical, renovation, high performance, site analysis, site plan, floor plan, demolition plan, dimension plan, elevations, sections, roof plan, lighting, electrical plan, 3d model, window schedule, door schedule, assembly details, interior design, construction administration, site visits, materials, life safety plan, fire rating, ADA, cabinet elevations, structural engineer, surveyor, energy consultation, building scientist, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, environmental engineer
What Do House Plans Look Like?
What Do House Plans Look Like?

What should a set of plans (aka blueprints) look like?

Trick question! There's no standard! Each architect or designer has their own style.

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Navigate the IndustryAshley Hopwood Farrarplans, blueprints, construction documents, design documents, deliverables, drawings, architect, designer, contractor, permit requirements, residential, commerical, renovation, high performance, site analysis, site plan, floor plan, demolition plan, dimension plan, elevations, sections, roof plan, lighting, electrical plan, 3d model, window schedule, door schedule, assembly details, interior design, construction administration, site visits, materials, life safety plan, fire rating, ADA, cabinet elevations, structural engineer, surveyor, energy consultation, building scientist, civil engineer, mechanical engineer, environmental engineer
How to Prepare for a Renovation or New Home Project
How to Prepare for a Renovation or New Home Project

I have clients who come to me VERY prepared and others who, well, not so much. If you approach your project with the right information, you can save time, money, and headaches. Here are a few ways to prepare…

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Design DIY, Navigate the Industry, Remodel RenovationAshley Hopwood Farrarrenovation, new home, project, houzz, pinterest, program, rooms, functions, budget, ideal budget, contingency fund, priorities, energy efficiency, air quality, functional, siting, materials, construction, land survey, utility, building department, appliances, plumbing, fixtures, referrals, architecture, design, DIY
Behind the Scenes: Interior Finishes
Behind the Scenes: Interior Finishes

Behind the Scenes! A series of posts to help you understand what I’m doing back here. You know, behind the scenes. Up next, Interiors!

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Design DIYAshley Hopwood Farrarinterior design, interior designer, interior specifications, finishes, cabinets, countertop, tile, flooring, backsplash, light fixture, plumbing, appliances, baseboard, paint, shopping, shopping list, representative, materials, concept board, remodel, home remodel, finish schedule, remodel diy, DIY, design DIY