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Aero-Thermal Heating and Cooling
This inocuous photo shows the gravel sub-grade of our restoration. What you do not see are the buried ducts and supply lines that will provide heating and cooling from one air-to-water heat pump unit called Altherma by a Belgium company, … Continue reading
Posted in Heating and Cooling, Restoration
Waterproofing: Critical and Essential
The proper attention to waterproofing below grade structures is critical and cannot be overstated. In every structure where the floor elevation is below the level of the finished natural grade outside, proper application of appropriate materials is essential to stopping … Continue reading
Posted in Waterprofing
Insulated Concrete Form: ICF
Insulated Concrete Forms have been around for quite a while. They offer a versatile and fast system for the construction of foundation stem walls, retaining walls, and complete structures. BuildBlock Building Systems is one of many manufacturers to offer an ICF … Continue reading
Posted in Structural Walls
Greenhouse Storefront Windows
This greenhouse glazing is a product of Kawneer, a manufacturer offering architectural aluminum window and door systems, entrances, framing and curtain wall systems. This window frame is a mock up requested by the architect to confirm the details of the … Continue reading
Posted in Windows and Doors
Curved Steel Roof
The custom curved standing seam roof by IMETCO of Albuquerque is being installed. The spring weather in Santa Fe necessitated a delay of several days due to high winds. The steel structure has been painted to closely match the green … Continue reading
Posted in Special Projects
Restoration Update
Most of the demolition is complete and new construction areas are evident. The second story with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths has been rebuilt and Loewen windows are being installed. The entry wall with bell tower has been raised 18″and … Continue reading
Posted in Restoration
Carport Complete
This carport structure is complete other than final grading. Three center bays are enclosed with corrugated steel panels. The bays on either end are open. Each of the sliding corrugated doors across the front slide either way for access. The … Continue reading
Posted in Special Projects
ENTRAN Hydronic heating
Entran hydronic heat tubing was used in many houses in the late eighties and early nineties. It was manufactured by Goodyear and became the subject around 2001 of a national class action suit. It was determined that the tubing used … Continue reading
Posted in Heating and Cooling
Curved Steel Joists
The steel joists have been installed with the detailing to take a few more days. After a primer is applied the IMETCO roof will be installed. Final ceiling finish calls for a smooth trowel cementitious plaster. Due to wind load … Continue reading
Posted in Special Projects
Restoration Demolition Phase
During this phase of the project the existing space is redefined to reflect the new design. Some rooms are combined and opened by inserting new headers to support the structure above. Some doorways may be closed up and new openings … Continue reading
Posted in Restoration, Uncategorized
