Tag: Sebastian Eilert Architecture

    • Architect versus Architect

      This is not an homage to an old MAD comic or otherwise a call to war. This is however a (somewhat) serious distinction between the use and meaning of the word architect and architect. It would be curious to take an official poll to understand what mostly pops into the mind of a person when…

    • Permits and board approvals! Miami overview and nuances…

      Often referred to as the “necessary evil”, getting a building permit is a crucial part of any project. While the process may pose a considerable time impact, it is important to remember that the primary objective of a building permit is to ensure that safe structures are provided. Beyond the building code approvals, zoning codes…

    • Architectural Style guide – South Florida: Transitional Style

      A recent project in Coral Gables, Florida encouraged me to define a style currently growing in the South Florida markets. It is often referred to as Florida Modern or Key West Modern but more accurately called Transitional Style. It can be defined as follows: Transitional Style (also known as “updated classic”, “classic with a contemporary…

    • Sebastian Eilert to speak at CADRE March 04, 2014 6-8pm

      CADRE Committee Construction Architecture Design and Real Estate presents moderated by Barry E. Johnson CEO of Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Speakers: Mark Woerner , Assistant Director for Planning in the Miami-Dade County He oversees the administration, maintenance and update of the County’s adopted Comprehensive Development Master Plan. The Department’s Planning Division is the lead…

    • S.E.A. awarded “Green Historic Preservation Award” by DHT for the Abbott Residence renovation & addition in Coconut Grove.

      It is official: S.E.A. was awarded the “Green Historic Preservation Award” by Dade Heritage Trust for the Abbott Residence renovation and addition in Coconut Grove. Congratulations to the owner and the team. Thank you for this great honor! Project Description: The Abbott Residence is wonderful remodel and addition of a 1916 Grove house located in…

    • Water and wastewater (WWW) treatment – a look at the energy used for water in the US

      While water and wastewater (WWW) treatment accounts for a surprising 5% of total U.S. electric power generation, topographically-variable WWW conveyance account for a more surprising 15% of the same total [Pod06; Coh04]. In addition, while wastewater contains energy in dilute form, current goals for recovering such energy represent only 0.02% of the total generation, through…