It will likely be the biggest project - and expense - you will ever undertake. There will be many decisions to make, from layout to building materials to final decorating finishes. That's why your first decision - choosing the right architect - is the most important decision you will make. It will make the rest of the project easier and more enjoyable. Every step of the way, they helped us understand what was happening and what our options were. They were very good at explaining each option, such as the cost differential and the durability of the different products.
Sustainable design and green building have become popular buzzwords in recent years. But we have seen these terms become so overused that it's hard for people to know what they really mean, especially when applied to design and construction. So let's start by defining what sustainability is - and what that means when applied to architectural design. We believe that we have a responsibility to our children and their children to be responsible stewards of the Earth we all call home. The truth is, the environmental impact of building and development can be tremendous.
With a dedication to our clients and the craft of architecture and construction, we work with you to find creative solutions to fit your site, budget, and schedule throughout the design and construction process. We combine the discrete roles of Designer and Builder to minimize inefficiencies. By providing continuous, reciprocal feedback between the drawing board and the construction site, we work through a holistic process that is detail-oriented and easy to adapt. Alfandre Architecture and EcoBuilders, Inc., both owned by Rick Alfandre, work together on the design and construction of your project.
For #FlashbackFriday, we're revisiting an article that was published back when we built our new office building: https:// hudsonvalleyone. com/2013/09/23/ alfandre-archite ctures-new-offi ce-is-intended- as-a-model-for- thoughtful-buil ding/
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As a part of the Agriculture and Food Science Initiative for the Rondout Valley Central School District, we redesigned an existing classroom in the middle school into a new, state-of-the-ar t food science/ culinary laboratory. The renovated space provides an environment that aids in the study of food...
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Bamboo is often used in #greenbuilding. This article does a great job of sharing how different types of bamboo can… https://t.co/Tp7oFQDbPZ
"Rick held my hand right from the start and came to the sites I was considering. I had picked another site for this building, but Rick actually talked me out of it because the elevation would have increased the site prep costs. His depth of knowledge helped me decide which piece of property made the...
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