We are excited to share an update regarding our ongoing adaptive reuse design project: Empire Hotel in Salisbury, North Carolina....

When most people think about rebranding, they think about product marketing. They certainly do not think about architecture. But why not?...

What does “project stewardship” mean? Sometimes project stewardship is literal; like when we were recently commissioned for our 5th project for the 3rd owner of the same property. Other times project stewardship involves helping clients make long-term decisions. These decisions, for example, might include using advanced building science strategies that create healthier, more resilient, lower operating cost buildings. We compare our buildings to a child leaving for college. We

Construction Progress – Modern TransformationConstruction is well underway on a modern transformation of a mid-century home. This home is located on a steep, wooded upper Chastain hillside. The exterior walls and roofs are intact and the interior walls are ready for solid partitions. This project features the use of planar site retaining walls to create a modern patio layout in the back yard. We’re really excited about this project and we’ll keep you abreast of its’ progress

Living in Harmony with Your Home An organized mudroom organizes your life. The Classic Case of “Muddling Through” There are many patterns that every home owner is a part of. As I toured a potential clients’ home for the first time, I recognized the classic 1990’s residential architecture entry pattern. Either I could chose the “friends entry,” use a direct route from the driveway, or hike to the front door on the other side of the yard. I was directed to the friendly approach

A few progress photos from our Big Canoe project currently under construction. Lots of big changes are taking place, including a new heavy timber entry porch and a new 2 story heavy timber rear porch. Additionally, we are doing significant interior renovation and adding new larger windows. These photos help show existing conditions of Big Canoe Project with construction progress photos. Tearing out an old greenhouse on a floor level in between the first and basement floors a

A Marietta client came to Jones Pierce looking for ideas to update the curb appeal of his split level home. His goal was not to renovate or remodel the interior spaces. Rather, he wanted update the exterior appearance of his home through minor cosmetic changes. The Not So Extreme Makeover The client found our Not So Extreme Makeover which allows us, as architects, to get involved no matter what the budget is. The process is an affordable way to get ideas for improving your ho

Is there room for more? We currently have a client, a young couple, who lives in a Virginia Highlands bungalow. They love their home and would never want to leave it. However, with a baby on the way, the home will soon be too small for the family. With the assistance of CORE Landscape Architects, we are helping this couple expand their Virginia Highlands home to make room for a family, while keeping the charm and character of the original bungalow. Expanding the Bungalow The

Determining the Sustainability Prescription for Your Home Renovation Large overhangs shade this Lake Lanier home’s large windows which maximize view and natural light. Sustainable building Sustainability is the new frontier of residential design and construction. Key stakeholders are working hard to have a say in what is green and why. Government has been quick to incent sustainable building. And most importantly, owners are increasingly asking for it. Everyone involved in a

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This Decatur Residence was recently renovated into a style we call the “American Bungalow.” Standing Out, While Fitting In Establishing a recognizable style, whether designing a new home or undertaking a renovation, is, for an architect, a principal concern. It is through this method that rules are established, guiding all of the decisions made throughout the design process. The style also leads to a strong “message” about what the owner feels for the house, and what the hou