A Builder's View

It is not a secret that the Napa Valley is an attraction for wine lovers from around the world.  While the region is a premier destination for international travelers, the area’s businesses, government agencies, and residents are steadfast in their commitment to their local communities.  One of the areas of particular importance is maintaining the integrity of the Valley’s picturesque environment and lush landscape.

Similar to a musical composition, winemaking has a timing and tempo.  When planning for a new winery facility or an addition, a builder needs to carefully consider a winery’s rhythm while developing a construction schedule to meet the project’s envisioned scope of work. This post discusses areas to consider when planning a winning winery project schedule and construction activity sequence.

In most major cities, there is a shortage of land for new construction.  As a result, high-rise buildings supply the demand for residential spaces.  If you find yourself wanting to reside in an urban setting and desire a dwelling with high-end custom amenities, it is a good idea to find a team with the experience to successfully realize your city lifestyle. Begin your search with an understanding that urban custom home construction in confined spaces requires careful planning.

If you are looking to get the most out of your next project, make sure you find a team of professionals who energetically engage in creative value engineering methods.  This is not a crazy marketing gimmick; it is a reliable practice that involves a blend of functional problem solving and cost assessment.

Do you get “turned on” by honoring our environment and helping our community?  Perhaps, you’d get really jazzed with a utility bill reduced by 100%. Whichever of these ideas excite you, it is pretty clear you desire a healthy living space and value a greater quality of life. So, now that you are envisioning your new custom home and want to blend sustainable design solutions with systems for energy efficiencies, you are ready for the information provided this post.

Close your eyes and imagine your dream life. Where do you go?  Do you imagine a home tucked in a sleepy hillside while the sun is sinking down over the horizon? Or, are you situated in a beautiful vineyard with a view of the hillside surrounded by an ocean of green?  Don’t go another day letting your dream fade. Take steps to awaken your dream life by creating a plan to build your custom home.

Don’t let Jack Frost dampen your construction activities.  Celebrate the season by learning the art of winter construction.  There are many ways to approach building in wintery weather conditions.  I’d like to share with you two construction techniques we’ve had great success with, which will allow you to continue building throughout the winter season.