Rawhide and Cosmos and Vista

Rawhide is the name of the 6 X 24 textured porcelain floor tile in this bathroom. Thank you to all those who visited the projects on the I Have A Dream house tour… Read More →

Solar installed

Photovoltaic panels were installed by Namaste Solar. Cement board siding is in place at the entryway huts at the Reservoir Gateway project being built by J2 Contracting. Morning approach Boulder Reservoir in the… Read More →

Wild wood

Click to see this project on Houzz. Detail of the kitchen island counter top contrasts the simple, clean lines of the cabinets against the natural edge of this top. The material was harvested… Read More →

Roofers’ advantage

Boulder Roofing takes advantage of sunny weather in between snow storms as they dry-in the entryway huts at the Reservoir Gateway project.

Projects In Fall Colors

Projects by Lawrence and Gómez Architects continue through the fall at all phases of design and construction. Below, the long south-facing roof of the Meadow House will receive solar panels this week. The… Read More →

Late Summer Courtyards

Take advantage of the space between buildings to locate a courtyard. In the late summer, shade and plantings mix with paved areas to provide spaces for entertainment or for quiet contemplation. An outdoor… Read More →

Staying Cool – The Passive Options

A summer of frequent 100-plus degree days underlines the need for cooling strategies. Turning on the air conditioner, evaporative cooler, or even the electric fans should be the last resort. Here are some… Read More →

The Greenest Building

Lawrence and Gómez Architects with Reardon Custom Homes are in the Spotlight of the Colorado Green Building Guild (click) Green Preservation – The greenest building is the one that already exists. Our restoration and… Read More →

Masonry at the edge of town

A green belt surrounds the City of Boulder, Colorado. Planners have acquired natural and rural property including in 1978 the Viele-VanVleet Farm, an original homestead. The Viele family crossed the prairie in covered… Read More →

What does Green look like?

Every new house and remodel can be Green. Don’t hesitate to add sustainable features to your project. Green comes in every shade and style. Enhanced by clerestory day-lighting throughout, this house earns 5… Read More →