DANIEL CLARKE ARCHITECT INC.

Don't solve today's problems in a way that requires more costly solutions in the future. The additional considerations presented here may cause you to re-evaluate your renovation concept to save headache and money in the future. Renovations tend to focus on fixing a current or impending problem or solving a need for the present or near future. The horizon may not take into account the long-term future which will present different needs. Usually, the renovation gives the hom

Power outages, high winds, wind-driven rain, and extreme snowfall expose weaknesses in conventional housing. This article explains practical design strategies—continuous exterior insulation, metal roofing, robust drainage, waterproofing, and tree planning—to protect multiplex homes and the families living in them.

You can design a small-scale multiplex that's healthier, more comfortable, and higher quality for less than code-minimum homes. By avoiding complexity and coordinating systems early, these Invisible Multiplexes deliver high performance, timeless design, and cost savings—quietly outperforming typical buildings in every way.

How to reduce SSMUH project costs, speed up permits, and maximize returns with smart strategies for design, construction, and efficiency.

Achieve profitable multiplex construction by using strategic design and planning to avoid costly pitfalls.

Overheating in multiplexes threatens occupant health, but these simple solutions can keep your building cool and comfortable.

Air at home contains hundreds of harmful chemicals and organisms and creates health issues. A HRV improves air quality and saves money.