What is LEED?
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most popular rating system used for green buildings. It is not required for a building to be LEED certified but it… Read More »
Team Engineering Blog
Bean Cove Lakehouse
I had the opportunity to visit the recently completed Bean Cove project and was truly blown away. It was a treat to provide structural engineering on this project. This modern… Read More »
The Classic New Hampshire Lakehouse
There truly is something magical about New Hampshire lake towns in the warm summer months. Kids ride their bikes to get ice cream in town, couples sip coffee on their… Read More »
Structural Inspections During Construction
We are often asked: “do you need to inspect the structure you designed during construction?” Of course, we WANT to see cool stuff be built, and we care that it… Read More »
When the Seas Roll – Another Team Fun Day Adventure
We had been planning for months for another Fun Day adventure – to be aboard the Challenger for a narrated tour by the Isle of Shoals Steamship Company, to enjoy… Read More »
Warehouse Construction Progress #3
Check out the construction progress of the warehouse/fulfillment center for which we are architects and structural engineers of record: Photo 1-Steel framing, siding, and roof are almost complete. This will… Read More »
Warehouse Construction Progress #2
Check out the construction progress of the warehouse/fulfillment center for which we are architects and structural engineers of record: Photo 1-Steel framing is nearly complete, and so is metal roofing… Read More »
What to Consider When Constructing a Waterfront Home
Whether for weekend, seasonal or year round use, building a beautiful waterfront home is exciting! The demand has and always will be a hot commodity. Having natural landscapes, wildlife, and… Read More »
Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) Foundation Walls
Concrete masonry units (CMUs), still often and affectionately referred to as cinder blocks, are a common building construction material. They are economical and are often the best solution for structural… Read More »
Residential Water Heater Options
We were recently involved with a plumbing design for a new apartment building with several design constrictions which created a challenge in selecting a water heater. In this building, each… Read More »