Good Morning and Happy Earth Day!!
The 2010 Michigan Earth Day Fest is coming to Downtown Rochester this weekend! This event will celebrate sustainable and progressive movements in our communities, educate attendees on the latest ideas and concepts in sustainability, and showcase leadership in our local green business, government, and non-profit programs.
Dominick Tringali Architects is participating again this year! Stephen McKay Jr. will be giving a presentation titled "Geothermal Dream Home on a Budget." This program will discuss the process of designing mainstream green homes for the mid-range housing market, using cutting edge, DTA-designed case studies. Stephen will include an overview of energy efficient building solutions using the latest affordable products, and explain and emphasize the use of cost effective geothermal heating systems with a payback of less than five years. This is a co-presentation with the owner of Lakeside Energy Solutions.
Steve's presentation is Saturday, April 24 at 6:00 PM at the Wellness Stage and Activities area, located in Wellness Way located south of Third Street and west of Water Street. Admission is free. We hope to see you there!
Fore more information, visit http://www.miearthday.com/
Dominick Tringali Architects is a residential, custom and community architectural firm specializing in the methodology lifestyle by design. To learn more, please visit www.dtarchitects.com or http://dtarchitects.blogspot.com.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Improving What You Have in Your Home
Written by: Simonini Builders
While building a new home may not be feasible for many in our current economic climate, a lot of homeowners are taking a step back and looking at what they can do with what they have.
There are hundreds of homes dating back to the late 1970s and early 1980s on the islands and, while they have wonderful character, owners are looking for ways to “spruce up” their home’s dated look without going overboard on construction costs. At the same time, many families with newer homes are looking for ways to make their home more energy-efficient and earth conscious.
That’s where Simonini Builders comes in. Located at Kiawah and Seabrook Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina, Simonini Builders has an office conveniently located in the Freshfields Village and they are ready to sit down with you and run through a whole list of creative, innovative solutions to improving your home both inside and out. And by making a majority of their interior design options available in their office showroom, Simonini Builders is a one-stop shop for changing your aging home into the house of your dreams.
Simonini Builders began building on Daniel Island in 2000 and by 2001, they had completed their tenth home. In 2005 they were up to 50 homes and had begun building custom homes on the Isle of Palms. That same year, Simonini Builders was hired by Kiawah Development Partners to build The Cassique Garden Cottages and to date, their company has built more than 180 homes across the Lowcountry.
“We’re always looking for trends,” said Fred Bricketto, Division Manager for Simonini Builders in Charleston. “What does the customer want and what is the industry doing? Overall, we look for three things: form, function and beauty.”
In order to track down those trends, Simonini Builders travels to all corners of the United States and abroad. A study in Naples, Florida; Bloomfield Hills, Michigan; and Newport Beach, California, yielded some interesting new trends: the creation of “Right Sized Home” home design and reconstruction, and bringing the outdoors, in.
Inspired by several beautifully designed homes with surprisingly small footprints, Simonini Builders began designing homes with open spaces and multiple use applications. Extra large glass doors are often integrated on porches and gardens access areas, and kitchens are designed to accommodate multiple chefs and room for several people to sit and talk during dinner parties.
Simonini Builders recently announced their new Coastal Series Portfolio Homes for lot owners looking to build a pre-planned and pre-priced home. For condo owners, their “Condo Makeover” program gives new life to a condo while only taking six weeks total from start to finish. Simonini and its designers sit down with the condo owners and find out exactly what they’re looking for, even providing samples of design options so the owners can see and feel their choices. The entire project is then listed with all of the details and an estimated price is always given prior to construction.
For homeowners looking to give their whole home a facelift while not delving into building a completely new home, Simonini Builders has partnered with nationally renowned architect Dominick Tringali to custom-design the exterior of homes through a “Coastal Inspiration.” With this program, a picture is taken of the home and Tringali sketches a black and white overlay according to the owner’s specifications, then paints the redesign in watercolor so that it can be taken to the island’s architectural review committee. The entire cost of the redesign is $750, but the amount will be credited back to the homeowner if they chose to go with Simonini Builders.
“We’re your builder,” said Bricketto. “But we’re also your guide. We take you through the steps and share what we’re learning as a company and how it can be applied to your home.”
Simonini Builders is one of a handful of builders across the country who has won the construction industry’s “Triple Crown,” having been named National Builder of the Year, America’s Best Builder and winner of the National Housing Quality Award. They are also the only builder nationwide to win the National Association of Home Builders and Professional Builder Magazine Gold level of award twice and was the 2002 America’s best builder award winner from Builder Magazine and the Business Management Committee of the National Association of Home Builders.
For more information, call Fred Bricketto at 768-0823, email fbricketto@simonini.com or visit www.simonini.com.
Dominick Tringali Architects is a residential, custom and community architectural firm specializing in the methodology lifestyle by design. To learn more, please visit www.dtarchitects.com or http://dtarchitects.blogspot.com.
While building a new home may not be feasible for many in our current economic climate, a lot of homeowners are taking a step back and looking at what they can do with what they have.
There are hundreds of homes dating back to the late 1970s and early 1980s on the islands and, while they have wonderful character, owners are looking for ways to “spruce up” their home’s dated look without going overboard on construction costs. At the same time, many families with newer homes are looking for ways to make their home more energy-efficient and earth conscious.
That’s where Simonini Builders comes in. Located at Kiawah and Seabrook Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina, Simonini Builders has an office conveniently located in the Freshfields Village and they are ready to sit down with you and run through a whole list of creative, innovative solutions to improving your home both inside and out. And by making a majority of their interior design options available in their office showroom, Simonini Builders is a one-stop shop for changing your aging home into the house of your dreams.
Simonini Builders began building on Daniel Island in 2000 and by 2001, they had completed their tenth home. In 2005 they were up to 50 homes and had begun building custom homes on the Isle of Palms. That same year, Simonini Builders was hired by Kiawah Development Partners to build The Cassique Garden Cottages and to date, their company has built more than 180 homes across the Lowcountry.
“We’re always looking for trends,” said Fred Bricketto, Division Manager for Simonini Builders in Charleston. “What does the customer want and what is the industry doing? Overall, we look for three things: form, function and beauty.”
In order to track down those trends, Simonini Builders travels to all corners of the United States and abroad. A study in Naples, Florida; Bloomfield Hills, Michigan; and Newport Beach, California, yielded some interesting new trends: the creation of “Right Sized Home” home design and reconstruction, and bringing the outdoors, in.
Inspired by several beautifully designed homes with surprisingly small footprints, Simonini Builders began designing homes with open spaces and multiple use applications. Extra large glass doors are often integrated on porches and gardens access areas, and kitchens are designed to accommodate multiple chefs and room for several people to sit and talk during dinner parties.
Simonini Builders recently announced their new Coastal Series Portfolio Homes for lot owners looking to build a pre-planned and pre-priced home. For condo owners, their “Condo Makeover” program gives new life to a condo while only taking six weeks total from start to finish. Simonini and its designers sit down with the condo owners and find out exactly what they’re looking for, even providing samples of design options so the owners can see and feel their choices. The entire project is then listed with all of the details and an estimated price is always given prior to construction.
For homeowners looking to give their whole home a facelift while not delving into building a completely new home, Simonini Builders has partnered with nationally renowned architect Dominick Tringali to custom-design the exterior of homes through a “Coastal Inspiration.” With this program, a picture is taken of the home and Tringali sketches a black and white overlay according to the owner’s specifications, then paints the redesign in watercolor so that it can be taken to the island’s architectural review committee. The entire cost of the redesign is $750, but the amount will be credited back to the homeowner if they chose to go with Simonini Builders.
“We’re your builder,” said Bricketto. “But we’re also your guide. We take you through the steps and share what we’re learning as a company and how it can be applied to your home.”
Simonini Builders is one of a handful of builders across the country who has won the construction industry’s “Triple Crown,” having been named National Builder of the Year, America’s Best Builder and winner of the National Housing Quality Award. They are also the only builder nationwide to win the National Association of Home Builders and Professional Builder Magazine Gold level of award twice and was the 2002 America’s best builder award winner from Builder Magazine and the Business Management Committee of the National Association of Home Builders.
For more information, call Fred Bricketto at 768-0823, email fbricketto@simonini.com or visit www.simonini.com.
Dominick Tringali Architects is a residential, custom and community architectural firm specializing in the methodology lifestyle by design. To learn more, please visit www.dtarchitects.com or http://dtarchitects.blogspot.com.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
ARCHITECT PUSHING FORWARD FOR CHANGE AND ECONOMIC REVOLUTION IN MICHIGAN
A variety of local, small business owners gathered at the office of Dominick Tringali Architects in Bloomfield Hills on Thursday March 18, to support Sheriff Michael Bouchard in his candidacy for Governor of Michigan.
Many local business owners are becoming involved in bringing about change to the way
Tringali believes that the State promoting new housing efforts and construction projects is a very effective way to create more jobs rather than losing our population to other states. Homeowners in
Throughout the next year, many local businesses including Dominick Tringali Architects will continue to support Sheriff Bouchard's campaign as his platform addresses and promotes all of these issues and focuses in on the right methods for turning our state around.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Affordable Million Dollar Details
At the International Builders Show last week, Dominick gave a presentation for the NAHB regarding "Affordable Million Dollar Details." The following is a summary of some of the important topics he presented about.
2010 Trends from Entrepreneur Magazine: sustainability, buying local, decreased consumer spending, growing number of entrepreneurs, alcohol beverage industry growing, and pet supplies industry also growing.
So, what does this mean in terms of the architectural / housing market?
Today's buyers are no longer looking for the 'McMansions' that were built a decade ago. Families want smaller homes that are easier to maintain, less expensive to operate, with less formal spaces and more flexible spaces, such as computer stations, mud rooms, second floor laundry, costco rooms, and hobby rooms. They want a floor plan designed to complement their lifestyle and increase family interaction. A home with quality design features and sustainable, healthy products. They want to entertain friends inside their home through bar areas, butlers pantries, and media rooms. They want to use outdoor living spaces for entertainment, as well as a place to relax and rejuvenate from a busy lifestyle. And they want all these things at an affordable price.
How can builders achieve a quality product like this in an affordable price range?
The Classic Yacht Villas: DTA designed a plan portfolio recently that is geared specifically to this type of market. This portfolio, called the Classic Yacht Series, was created based on an analysis of Yachts and how they incorporate unmatched luxury and quality into very small spaces.
Case Study Examples: Dominick discussed three DTA case study examples and showed a variety of building materials on these projects, which we commonly specify on many of our homes. These products are high quality, affordable alternatives to the much more expensive products that are available. Not only are these products affordable, but many are also healthy and sustainable. These products ranged from exterior stone, to interior plaster in lieu of paint, to indoor energy monitoring systems, to proper insulation materials, to affordable, pre-fabricated kitchens.
Outdoor Living Has Become a Standard: Does your product feature outdoor living? Today's buyers now expect it when purchasing a new home. Dominick showed examples of outdoor spaces we have created, in a variety of climates, and at a range of price points. In a special feature of his presentation this year, Dominick did a step-by-step example of how to create the ultimate outdoor living space, with affordable product options and pricing information.
For information about any of the topics in Dominick's presentation, or to receive a copy of the powerpoint to review, please give us a call at (248) 335-8888 or e-mail JamieQ@DTArchitects.com
Dominick Tringali Architects is a residential, custom and community architectural firm specializing in the methodology lifestyle by design. To learn more, please visit www.dtarchitects.com or http://dtarchitects.blogspot.com.
2010 Trends from Entrepreneur Magazine: sustainability, buying local, decreased consumer spending, growing number of entrepreneurs, alcohol beverage industry growing, and pet supplies industry also growing.
So, what does this mean in terms of the architectural / housing market?
Today's buyers are no longer looking for the 'McMansions' that were built a decade ago. Families want smaller homes that are easier to maintain, less expensive to operate, with less formal spaces and more flexible spaces, such as computer stations, mud rooms, second floor laundry, costco rooms, and hobby rooms. They want a floor plan designed to complement their lifestyle and increase family interaction. A home with quality design features and sustainable, healthy products. They want to entertain friends inside their home through bar areas, butlers pantries, and media rooms. They want to use outdoor living spaces for entertainment, as well as a place to relax and rejuvenate from a busy lifestyle. And they want all these things at an affordable price.
How can builders achieve a quality product like this in an affordable price range?
The Classic Yacht Villas: DTA designed a plan portfolio recently that is geared specifically to this type of market. This portfolio, called the Classic Yacht Series, was created based on an analysis of Yachts and how they incorporate unmatched luxury and quality into very small spaces.
Case Study Examples: Dominick discussed three DTA case study examples and showed a variety of building materials on these projects, which we commonly specify on many of our homes. These products are high quality, affordable alternatives to the much more expensive products that are available. Not only are these products affordable, but many are also healthy and sustainable. These products ranged from exterior stone, to interior plaster in lieu of paint, to indoor energy monitoring systems, to proper insulation materials, to affordable, pre-fabricated kitchens.
Outdoor Living Has Become a Standard: Does your product feature outdoor living? Today's buyers now expect it when purchasing a new home. Dominick showed examples of outdoor spaces we have created, in a variety of climates, and at a range of price points. In a special feature of his presentation this year, Dominick did a step-by-step example of how to create the ultimate outdoor living space, with affordable product options and pricing information.
For information about any of the topics in Dominick's presentation, or to receive a copy of the powerpoint to review, please give us a call at (248) 335-8888 or e-mail JamieQ@DTArchitects.com
Dominick Tringali Architects is a residential, custom and community architectural firm specializing in the methodology lifestyle by design. To learn more, please visit www.dtarchitects.com or http://dtarchitects.blogspot.com.
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