In our custom homes, the kitchen counter material is often one of the first selections made in the finish pallet. Kitchen surfaces are usually focal points in our designs and set the tones, textures and feeling for the rest of the materials in the space. The surfaces are used and engaged with daily, therefore it is critical to get the material selection right in terms of aesthetics and functionality. The article outlines some of the most common materials we use for kitchen counter tops and the pros/cons of each material.
An air tight, highly insulated building envelope is one of the most effective methods for helping to reduce your homes energy consumption and lower your carbon footprint. Therefore, the type of insulation you decide to use in your home is critical. Learn about the different types of insulation and the pros/cons of each type.
Home Battery technology has been steadily improving over the past few years but has it advanced enough? Learn about the current state of the technology and if it makes sense for your home.
Do you want to build a custom home? Learn about the major milestones in the construction process. This article gives a general breakdown of the process for homeowners.
What do the fields of wellness and architecture have in common? Wellness is becoming a daily active pursuit for many. With all the buzz around the topic, one thing we don’t hear about much is how the buildings and spaces we inhabit daily, impact our well being over time.
Learn why you should build your home net zero energy. Buildings account for nearly 40 percent of our total energy consumption and CO2 production. By reducing the energy your home uses, you will be helping to reduce our overall carbon footprint.
One of the fundamentals for designing a sustainable home is to create a well insulated and air tight envelope. Learn about Insulated Concrete Forms and how they can help create a more sustainable and resilient building.
Learn about how many of the coastal communities in Southern California administer the design review process. For more information on the design review process, specifically in Laguna Beach, check out our article at https://www.rostarchitects.com/articles/2018/4/20/five-things-you-need-to-know-about-building-a-house-laguna-beach
Take a tour through the Rost Architects studio. We spend a lot of time here working hard for our clients. We are grateful to be doing work we love in such a beautiful space.
In May 2019, Rost Architects was featured on CBS “This is L.A.” The film crew came into our office to see how we work, talk about recent projects and meet the team. It was a great experience and we were thrilled to be featured on the program.
Watch Rost Architects interview on the architecture of John Lautner. John Lautner is one of the most well known mid century modern architects in Los Angeles.
Craig Ellwood is often referred to as the California Mies van der Rohe because of his crisp, finely detailed minimalist buildings. One of the most well known “architects” of California mid century modernism was not really an architect. Learn seven things you should know about Craig Ellwood.
