Honesty In Architecture
One of our core values at A43 Architecture is honesty. ‘Honesty goes beyond transparent business practices and extends into the realm of design. We believe in honest buildings and the honest use of materials.’ But what does Honest Architecture mean, exactly? Trey Terral, Project Architect, explains.
Architectural Design for The Jackson Hole Lifestyle
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. Residents of this area have a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the rugged landscape that surrounds them. When designing residential architecture in Jackson Hole, it's important to incorporate outdoor spaces that allow homeowners to fully immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.
We’ve Been Scouted
A43 Architecture is proud to be scouted as an ‘architect in the west you should know about.
Homeowner’s Guide To Asbestos
At A43 Architecture, we strive to create safe and healthy environments for our clients to live and work in. However, we are aware that some homeowners may unknowingly be living in homes that contain asbestos, a toxic substance that can cause serious health issues. It's important for homeowners to be aware of the risks associated with asbestos exposure and take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Commercial Renovations
As businesses grow and evolve, they may find they need more or even different kinds of spaces. These needs could be anything from more office space to a new retail store to a reshuffling of their current space. A well-designed interior can have a significant impact on the success of a business, attracting more customers and improving employee morale. Reimagining a space gives a business the opportunity to customize their working environment to better meet their needs and improve their productivity. The design team at A43 Architecture can help you navigate the multi-faceted process of commercial renovations.
AI & Design
While AI has made significant advancements in recent years, it is unlikely that it will completely replace human designers in the near future. AI can certainly aid and streamline the design process, but human creativity and intuition are still crucial for producing unique and innovative designs.
Understanding Snow Load & Ice Dams
We, as designers, strive to lower the temperature of your roof; sometimes by improving ventilation, sometimes by increasing the insulation value, and sometimes both.
Learn about how we design roofs for this environment, and how to manage ice dams/snow load on this blog.
Home Building During Mud Season
Jackson Hole is beautiful year-round. But the feet of snow that provide us with luxurious ski conditions in the winter and give way to stunning green summers also create an interesting and messy Spring for folks looking to make progress on their home renovations and building projects.
See some tips for building during mud season here.
Design Collaboration
Working within the tight constraints of a small lot, A43 took on the challenge with a holistic design approach. The small footprint required efficient use of space, which meant that the Architecture and Interiors teams would be working together closely.
2023 Home Resolutions
2023 is well underway, and home purchasing, building, renovating, and permitting in Teton County is ramping back up. While most folks are trying to achieve personal resolutions, we are excited to share some helpful and attainable resolutions from Lombardo for your home building and home renovations in 2023.
Transition & Growth
Jackson Hole Building Costs
Visualization & Renderings
2022 Architecture Trends
Design Concepts
At A43 Architecture we take pride in being thoughtful during every step of the process. Every facet of a project is meticulously considered and weighed against a central concept. The result is a detailed cohesive design.
So what is a design concept? Check out this blog to find out.
Designing Compact Efficient Spaces
The team at A43 Architecture, in Jackson Wyoming, believes in the efficient use of site spaces no matter how compact. This blog features one of our recent compact design sites and gives some other great examples of house plans under 100 square meters (1076 square feet).
Steps for Designing Your Mountain Home
Home sites in the mountains are rarely flat. Whether designing your home on a steep, heavily treed site, or a modestly sloped open meadow, you are likely to encounter some design constraints that you might not in other environments. Constraints like earthquakes, avalanches, snow melt, soil conditions, and wildlife all influence the design of your home. A good architect can help you balance these constraints against how you want to experience the majestic landscape that surrounds your site.
Tips For Designing Your Mountain Home
Building sites in mountainous areas can offer great rewards – whether that’s a perfect view towards your favorite mountain peak or direct access to a private trout stream. With those rewards also come challenges when it comes to design and construction of your dream home.
The Twin: Facade Update for Renovating & Repurposing
Creative Bike Solutions to Maximize Functionality
You may have initially fallen in love with Jackson Hole for the skiing but with 56 miles of paved pathways that link the town of Jackson to Teton Village and Grand Teton National Park as well as over 115 miles of mountain bike trails, you certainly have come to love and appreciate some sort of biking in the valley.