Tag: residential design
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The environmental impact of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) in residential construction
Insulated concrete form (ICF) home construction offers a myriad of sustainable benefits that will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the future of construction. By utilizing ICFs, homeowners can significantly reduce their energy consumption and carbon footprint, thanks to the superior thermal insulation properties of the material. The durability and strength of ICFs also ensure…
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Hurricane Lee – Storm hardening homes to address hurricanes and weather related threats
With hurricane Lee approaching the New England shore, the importance of storm hardening for residential design is a topic of interest and relevance. Water related threats include flooding and erosion to shorelines. Storm surge from severe wind and weather systems is of particular concern to most single-family homes. Sebastian Eilert Architecture has been leading sustainable…
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Florida’s Place in Smart Design and Sustainable Architecture
Sustainable “green” building and the integration of smart designs into architecture and homes have both gained momentum since the creation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification in the early 1990s. Globally, there are more than 500,000 LEED-certified residential homes, including single-family, multifamily and affordable housing units. Out of these, 400,000 are located in…
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Can Architecture Bring Us Joy? – Architizer Journal
It can, and it should! As communities navigate ongoing health and environmental crises, the ability for architecture to raise spirits has never been more vital. — Read on architizer.com/blog/inspiration/industry/architecture-plus-joy/
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Sebastian Eilert Architecture (S.E.A.) named among best Architects in Pinecrest, Florida
It is an honor to be among such a select group of colleagues and named as a best ARCHITECTS in Pinecrest, Florida by Home Builder Digest. The 15 Best Residential Architects in Pinecrest, Florida Ready to start your new home? Contact Sebastian Eilert, AIA For Interior Design considerations, E2 (Square) will happily consider your project.
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4 Ways You Can Upgrade Your Living Room, guest post by Karl Kennedy
Your living room gets a lot of use. It’s the place where everyone gathers and goes to relax. You want to have a space where family and friends are comfortable. You love spending time in your living room. The only downside, the room is in desperate need of an upgrade. When the furniture is comfortably…
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