I specialize in detail-oriented design of sustainable structures that maximize the use of local materials and minimize the use of energy over their lifetime. Whether it’s a woodshed or a high performance home, I believe that it’s always worth investing time on the front end thinking about the site and the design as a means get the most out of the finished structure.
Local Materials
We’re fortunate to have great timber resources here in Vermont. We built these chunky barn stairs with local white pine from Welch Lumber and Custom Sawing in Duxbury, VT. They provide access to the timber frame barn loft cut and raised by TimberHomes Vermont.
Energy Use
Passive solar design, a well executed air barrier, and lots of insulation are all part of our strategy to minimize the energy use of a building over its lifetime. Our 1850 sqft home has no active cooling and is heated with less than 1 cord of wood per year.
Design in 3D
Time invested on the front end of a project in a detailed, 3D design helps head off potential problems later during construction. It also lets you “see” your future space before construction begins. It’s much easier to make changes to a computer model than to a real structure.
Detailed Drawings
A well drawn set of construction documents saves labor during construction. We don’t have the longest building season here in Vermont so it’s best to be prepared once the mud dries out. This leads to your project being built faster, for less money, by happier people.
