Why is a Feasibility Study Important to the Due Diligence Process?

Before investing time, effort, and capital into a building project, it is important for stakeholders to know whether…

Considering a Historic Renovation? Be Prepared to Pivot!

Building renovations often reveal unexpected conditions. When the structure being updated is historic and has a long history…

What Is Daylighting and Why Is It Important?

The term “daylighting” refers to architectural design that allows natural light into buildings. Daylighting provides many benefits, including…

What’s Master Planning? Slate Upper School Is a Good Example of the Process

Early stage master planning for the design and construction of a building or site is a highly collaborative…

Passive House Certification and Our Historic Building

Passive house is a rigorous design standard for energy efficient new or retrofitted buildings. First established in Europe…

Why Are Architectural Sections Important to Projects?

Every architectural drawing has a purpose. It may explain proportions, show dimensions, or provide details about materials. In…

How to Visualize the Process of Architectural Design

Effective collaboration is the key to translating a design “problem” or “challenge” into a formalized plan for building…

Patriquin Architects Sees Projects Continue During the Pandemic

While the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way construction work is coordinated and executed, we have a number…

How Construction is Continuing During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken many industries, with some coming to a complete standstill in an attempt to…

Important Connecticut Physician Office Reopening Guidelines and Tips

As businesses and service providers in Connecticut and around the country reopen, each faces unique challenges and must…

How CT Restaurants Can Minimize COVID-19 Risk As They Reopen

On June 17, restaurants in Connecticut were allowed to reopen for indoor dining after having been shut down…

How to Support Social Distancing in Your Office Space

Just three months ago, few of us could have imagined how different life would be today. Workplaces and…