When architects specialize in one type of building, it creates a clear path for marketing the firm. For example, one design and...

In every architectural project you will eventually need to obtain a permit .  There are several types of permits, including building...

Maybe you’ve heard the expression, “You can have it done fast, good, or cheap, pick two.”  This defines a problem that we run into for...

The background:   Choosing an architect is usually the first step in your construction project.  Construction is expensive, and often...

Editor’s note: Welcome to Ask an Architect, a regular feature on the Kastrop Group blog. Each question is answered by Principal...

Note: This article, written by Lorianna Kastrop, was originally published on Angie’s List on Sept. 23, 2011. Homeowners often ask, “What...

Note: This article, written by Lorianna Kastrop, was originally published on Angie’s List on Sept. 23, 2011. Here are some suggestions to...

Note: This article, written by Lorianna Kastrop, was originally published on Angie’s List on Sept. 23, 2011. Homeowners often ask, “Do we...

This is the third in a series of articles about what you can do to improve your living and working environments.  There have been many...

This is the second in a series of articles about what you can do to improve your living and working environments.  There have been many...

This is the first in a series of articles about what you can do to improve your living and working environments.  There have been many...

We’ve had to completely recreate our Web presence after our old website got hacked.  In the next few days we’ll be adding lots more...