3D Scan on Existing Conditions
Allow me to first offer my confession – I’m a Yankee, and compared to many, a relatively slow adopter of technology. The transition to digital photography, GPS in our cars… Read More »
Unbalanced Snow Loads
When roofs are pitched (i.e. angled), the snow collects differently than it does on flat roofs. Unbalanced snow loads occur on pitched (most commonly gable) roofs, and the building code… Read More »
Moultonborough Lake Home
Last year we were approached by a friendly couple and their contractor to help design their new lake home in Moultonborough, NH. The existing plot of land had an old… Read More »
New Hampshire Soil
The soil in NH at depth underneath loam (i.e. where it matters for supporting structures) is largely the result of ancient glaciers. The colloquial term for most glacial till is… Read More »
New Homes Tour of Lexington, MA
We’ve enjoyed helping both JAD Design Group and Hills Brothers Construction with their new construction homes in Lexington, MA. JAD Design Group specializes in designing beautiful homes including renderings, floor… Read More »
New Hampshire – “the Granite State”
New Hampshire is called “the granite state,” but there is actually very little granite. Most of the rock in NH is metamorphic, not igneous like granite. It would be better… Read More »
Engineering Specialties
A few years ago, I was watching the popular reality game show, “Survivor”. For the few that are not familiar with the show, the premises evolves around stranding a handful… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »