Seth A Leeb Architect

  Whether you’re aware of it or not, your immediate surroundings can have a big impact on your health and your mood. For example, have you ever spent a long period of time in a room with no windows? Or in an office that only had harsh, overhead fluorescent lighting?  Architects today put just as much emphasis on well-being as they do on design and aesthetics, and in fact, these elements often go hand-in-hand. Whether it’s  designing your dream home  or building a new office, great importance is placed on creating a space that is good for the physical and mental health of the employees, clients and visitors.  How Can Architecture Improve Health? Wellness architecture focuses on creating spaces where people feel at ease. From choosing non-toxic paints to using acoustics that reduce noise, there are many ways architects build spaces that encourage health and wellness. Some of the most common ways are to:  Use daylighting to brighten a space. There’s a reason s...

  Have you always wanted to renovate an old house? Perhaps you’ve intentionally chosen and purchased a fixer-upper, so you can turn it into your dream home – like the pros do on HGTV. Home renovation shows are very popular on network television, largely because you can see the full transformation of a house in a 30-minute time slot. However, there’s much more that goes into  renovating old houses  than meets the eye. With the help of an experienced  residential architect , and by following the golden rules, you can make the renovation experience go as smoothly as possible.  Reno Rule #1: Plan Ahead Older homes are often smaller than modern homes, which means you might have fewer  home design and remodeling options  due to space constraints. You don’t want to start renovating only to change your mind halfway through the project. With that being said, we recommend you  hire an architect  who can help you utilize your space in the best way possi...