Concrete is the most commonly used man-made material. It is employed extensively in the construction industry from the piers under your shed to entire concrete buildings and to sprawling bridges and dams. Moisture and fire resistance make concrete an attractive building material, but it is also used for pipes, sidewalks, and even architectural features like… Read More »
We often have clients and contractors wishing to modify an existing building to create some sort of new space. In these types of projects, an assessment of the existing structure is necessary to see what is structurally feasible. Often, the loads of the building must be redesigned and redistributed. There is common misconception when existing… Read More »
Over the last two years, the cost of building materials has skyrocketed from their normal trend due to the affects of COVID-19. You may be wondering what is behind all this and how it may affect your next building project. What it all comes down to is the simple economic principle of supply and demand.… Read More »
Team Engineering has been working alongside Stockman Builders on a fantastic lake house remodel project in beautiful Wolfeboro, NH. The house sits right on the water and features a spacious cathedral living room with views of the water. Stockman Builders designed a renovation to add skylights, extend a gable end roof, reconfigure roof dormers and… Read More »
“Should we raze or renovate?” is a question we hear often. Restated- is it more economically feasible to raze and rebuild, or to renovate and improve? The answer also depends on how much of the original structure and its function that you want to retain (or can put up with). Our recent patient was an… Read More »
We consider our architectural partners to be artists who use empty spaces as their inspiration. Using their floor plans and design elements, we are able to create structural, MEP, and other building components to deliver a full set of building plans. Bonin Architects in New London, NH is a firm that specializes in designing custom homes… Read More »
Cold-formed steel (CFS) refers to products shaped by roll-forming of metallic coated sheet at ambient temperature. Since Cold-formed steel and wood are the two most commonly used materials for light framing, it is relevant to compare their performance in the building industry. Given that cold-formed steel (melting point 2700o F) has a far better resistance… Read More »
So you have decided you want to build a custom home, or perhaps you want an addition for your existing home, or maybe you are planning a full house renovation. Now what? How do you get started? Who do you contact? How much will it cost? How long will it take? There are many trades… Read More »
When I first saw the architectural plans for renovations to this property at 135 North State Street, Concord, NH, I did a double take. It has an eclectic mix of offices, conference rooms, bathrooms and bedrooms. I have come to better understand that this will provide incredible living and working opportunities for young professionals. We… Read More »
The building design industry often has many misconceptions when it comes to the design process. People are often expecting the unrealistic expectations of what they see on tv or sometimes are led in the wrong direction by “self-proclaimed” design professionals. This blog is meant to help you understand the design process and what to expect… Read More »
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