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Construction knowledge, building science, and what it actually takes to build well in Houston. Notes from Alquimia Inc. principal Fulton Davenport.

Construction knowledge, building science, and what it actually takes to build well in Houston. Notes from Alquimia Inc. principal Fulton Davenport.

Indoor Air Quality

 in Building Science, HVAC, Passive House Design

Indoor Air Quality
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 4.3 million people die annually due to substandard indoor air quality. Having a flow of good indoor air quality throughout a building is critical to ensuring a constant supply of fresh air that minimizes...
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Passive House Design in Houston

 in Building Science, HVAC, Passive House Design

What Are the Steps to Passive House Design in Houston?
We all want to save money and reduce our carbon emissions. Believe it or not, the average House Design in Houston spends $1,800 on its annual energy bills, which means there's a lot of room to save. Thanks to modern...
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Energy Recovery Ventilation, Energy Recovery Ventilation

 in Building Science, HVAC

Energy Recovery Ventilation: What Is an ERV and Do I Need One?
When you build a home, you want that home to be healthy for everyone who enters it. The easiest way to do this is to include a system air filtration system that will help bring fresh air into the home....
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Passive House Design Houston Texas

 in Building Science

Passive House Design: A Home That’s Built to Last
There are many misconceptions surrounding passive house design. When most people hear the term, images of eccentric architecture and energy-saving techniques that are as much an eyesore as they are impractical spring to mind. Giant black barrels filled with water...
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Kitchen Remodel

 in Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchen Remodel Houston
Kitchen Remodeling in Houston We design and craft beautifully handcrafted kitchens. Each kitchen is planned by our team of architects, designers, and cabinet makers here in Houston Texas. Each of our craftsmen brings their expertise and knowledge of the materials...
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Bathroom Remodeling

 in Bathroom Remodeling

Bathroom Remodeling Houston
Are You Ready to Design and Build the Bathroom that You Want? We love what we do. More than 80% of homeowners have an unhappy experience with their general contractors. The reason is that most general contractors are thinking about...
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