Structure and Materials
Classic Forms, Modern Functions. How to Find the Right Balance in Design
Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the United States of America—better known simply as the Girl Scouts—is an organization steeped in tradition. Whether you were a scout, know someone who was or is now, or simply are familiar with the organization, you have to admire their long history of helping girls grow, thrive, and improve…
Read MorePatriquin Architects Sign on to the AIA Materials Pledge
We’ve signed on to the AIA Architecture & Design Materials Pledge, which commits us to a deliberate, mindful and holistic approach to choosing which materials and finishes we put into our projects. These choices represent a huge part of what we do as architects and construction professionals. Finishes are what we see, smell, hear,…
Read MoreStructure & Materials: Post & Beam
Photos from New England Timber Works and Vermont Timber Works Post and beam, post and lintel or a trabeated system refers to the use of horizontal beams or lintels which are borne up by columns or posts. The name is from the Latin trabs, beam. The trabeated system is a fundamental principle of Neolithic, Ancient Greek and Ancient Egyptian architecture. Other trabeated styles are the Persian,…
Read MoreA Modern Barn Raising
Karin Patriquin Architect was commissioned to design a Post and Beam style garage in Guilford, CT. Since it is sited in the Historic District, extra care had to be taken to follow the guidelines of design mandated by the District. Construction is under way and we wanted to share with you some pictures of…
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