Category: Sustainable Living

    • Architects versus developers (an architects perspective):

      Ideas versus money. That is about the simplest way to distinguish the two and also the easiest way to understand why these two groups need each other. While overlap is of course possible, it is not likely. Developers frequently look at a potential project and create a general concept based on location and possible use…

    • Planners versus architects (an architects perspective):

      When looking closer into the world of design, one will find a distinction between planners and architects. While Architects may act and function as planners, the reverse is generally not true. Urban planners are trained to focus on a larger picture and incorporate varying functions of a place. These functions may include buildings and other…

    • The Role(s) of the Architects – what we really do

      The Role(s) of the Architects – what we really do

        Let’s keep the role and influence of the individual architect a little reasonable and in perspective here. There are so many varying aspects of architecture employment. Few actually design, especially design all the time. Most are executing some sort construction documents or other legal text relevant to the building at hand, research materials or…

    • DIY HVAC Maintenance: What’s Safe and What to Avoid! – by Ray Flynn

      DIY HVAC Maintenance: What’s Safe and What to Avoid! – by Ray Flynn

      Thank you to Ray Flynn (ray.flynn@diyguys.net) for this guest contribution: Photo courtesy of Pexels Being a homeowner is a wonderful investment that brings many fulfilling rewards. Of course, it also brings many (often unexpected) costs. From plumbing to electrical issues, there are hundreds of home repairs that could break the bank. Unfortunately, HVAC repairs could…

    • Best Miami Residential Architects list, March 2018 – ELA Studio/SEA @ #5

      Excellent reference list by Miami Architects for their best residential architects list. Thank you for the recognition. This is a great list with many esteemed colleagues. I am blessed and proud to be among them. Our quality and team approach really make every project great! The Best Residential Architects and Designers in Miami Ready to…

    • Historic Coral Gables residence renovation by S.E.A.

      Nicely completed historic renovation in Coral Gables, Florida. Design by Sebastian Eilert and Dan Lewis of Sebastian Eilert Architecture, build by Split Level Construction. Find a slideshow and more information on the frims comany site: