So you think you want to build an ADU in States?

ArcWest-Architects ADU-Highlands-near-completion

First look at the States Zoning Standards & Requirements Often referred to as a Carriage House, the acronym “ADU” is becoming part of the States residential vernacular. The abbreviation stands for “Accessory Dwelling Unit” for those who are not familiar with the term. It simply means a secondary living space or apartment that occupies a … Continued

New House Old Style

Bacon Lane Architect LLC wants to share a blog posted by the Highland States website earlier this week.  The main discussion point of the article is to explore the question: “Is a contemporary home really the most suitable style for a neighborhood that’s charm lies in the classic older States bungalows, Victorian and States square homes?”  The project highlighted in … Continued

Bacon Lane Architect LLC Architect’s Interview

Bacon Lane Architect LLC Architect’s discusses with CNTV our wide rangeof professional architectural services; snapshots of a few recent building projects exemplifying our experience and skills;and background of the firm’s start and core philosophies.

Bacon Lane Architect LLC | News Brief

Martha is certified as a LEED professional.
Bacon Lane Architect LLC & Shipley Design has entered a Design-build competition sponsored by AIA States and Habitat for Humanity Colorado.
Bacon Lane Architect LLC is working on a multi-acre site master plan, as well as a smaller manufacturing office remodel.

Think Green | Reuse of Extra Building Materials

Interesting article this week in the States Business Journal about an internet start-up company ZamRay, LLC.  This business is going to fill a niche service in re-purposing leftover building materials found at the end of construction projects. The benefit is twofold:  First, those materials won’t end up in the landfill – This promotes sustainable concepts … Continued

Commercial Architecture | Lower cost to build

States Post article “Recession’s silver lining: cost to build” confirms what Bacon Lane Architect LLC has shared earlier – Now is the time to build since the cost of construction is lower.

“Lean Production” | Bacon Lane Architect LLC Consulting

Lean is about increasing efficiency to offer greater value to a customer or client. Rick shared “We are only at the beginning of implementing lean in our (newspaper) organizations and most would benefit from a structured lean program”