Water saving tips for your bathroom

Michael Ullrich — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:16:42 +0100

published by: Michael Ullrich AIA

If 1 in every 10 American households installed water saving bathroom fixtures, it is

estimated that water consumption could be reduced by as much as 74 billion gallons per

year, saving approximately $1.5 billion annually in utility costs.

More and more often these days, we seem to be getting commissions to design and build

screen porches. A screened porch is a wonderful way to expand the living space of your

home, offering a protected outdoor space that in the MD, DC, VA climate can be enjoyed

One of the greatest things about residential architecture is the big impact even small projects can have on a home and its owners. Take for instance, this recently completed design;

The owners of a 100-year old Washington, DC row house were in dire need of a functional breakfast nook. With two growing boys soon to be 6'-0" or taller, the current breakfast space was beginning to feel craRead More...

Awarding Excellence in Remodeling

Michael Ullrich — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:22:31 +0100

Authored by: Peter Pagenstecher

The "Air" we breathe

Michael Ullrich — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:46:54 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

As our homes become more and more energy efficient and the exterior building envelope gets more and more tightly sealed, indoor air quality becomes a major concern. Think of it this way; have you ever been in an old home on a cold day and felt a draft? Though this draft is horrible for home efficiency, it is hugely beneficial to air quality because that draft brings fresh air into the home and creates circulation (air mRead More...

Re-thinking the Powder Room

Michael Ullrich — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:44:10 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Looking for space to tuck a powder room (or half bath) into your already cramped for space home? There is a new product that might be the answer for you, but you will have to think outside the box a bit. Caroma (www.caromausa.com) has introduced a unique fixture that integrates a dual flush toilet and a sink basin into a singular unit.

Cool new products for your next Bathroom Remodel

Michael Ullrich — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:29:09 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Who'd ever think of writing about shower drains? Utilitarian-looking at best, they are certainly not a design feature in most bathrooms. Well that sentiment may soon be changing. Infinity Drain (www.infinitydrain.com) offers a variety of unique bathroom drains with an architectural edge.

Their linear strip drain systems offer a multitude of design opportunities that can be incorporated into the overall aestRead More...

Keeping Your House Cool

Pagenstecher Group — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:03:08 +0100

Why not make an extra splash this summer?

Pagenstecher Group — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 14:39:50 +0100

Reinvigorate your kitchen with a backsplash

No room is more important than the kitchen when you’re remodeling your home. An updated kitchen gives you the greatest return on your investment, and backsplashes serve a practical purpose by protecting walls from grease, water and other “splashes.” Adding texture to the walls will enhance your kitchen's appearance, providiRead More...

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part III- the owner's suite

Michael Ullrich — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:53:00 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Part III in a series that follows our renovation of a Chevy Chase, MD home.

As foundation grading, drainage, and waterproofing continues progressing on the first floor breakfast room addition, let's take a minute and review the planned renovations to the second floor of this Chevy Chase, MD home.

Most of today’s new homes incorporate the idea of an owner’s suite. The suite includes; a sleeping chambeRead More...

Video Testimonial: Carol from Bethesda

Pagenstecher Group — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:07:53 +0100

Coming soon to a neighborhood near you

Michael Ullrich — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:25:29 +0100

Posted by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Thanks to the collective efforts of our staff, Pagenstecher GROUP recently completed the design and fabrication of our new job signs. Look for them at all of our upcoming renovation projects throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, and upper NW DC.

"We mentioned to you up front that we wanted to have a Pagenstecher GROUP sign prouRead More...

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part II - "demolition and ground work"

Tue, 24 May 2011 17:26:04 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Part II in a series that follows our renovation of a Chevy Chase, Maryland home.

In preparation for the new breakfast room addition and screen porch, the existing masonry patio must go. We carefully removed and stacked the existing flagstone paving so it can be re-used later on in the project. Though we intended to re-use portions of the existing concrete slab for the floor of the new screen porch, major cracks and Read More...

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part I- "design concepts"

Michael Ullrich — Tue, 24 May 2011 15:48:34 +0100

Published by: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Pagenstecher GROUP will soon break ground on another exciting Chevy Chase, Maryland home renovation.

Over the next several months we will be detailing our process from design thru finished construction. Keep checking in to follow the project as it takes shape.

"Every successful renovation project begins with aRead More...

National Home Improvement Month by Pagenstecher Group

Pagenstecher Group — Wed, 11 May 2011 05:00:00 +0100

There's no better time than May's National Home Improvement Month to start planning your next home-remodeling project. Upgrading an outdated kitchen or building an addition are a few examples that are manageable with a little advanced preparation and vision. To make the process less daunting, try these steps:

Know why you’re remodeling. Are you selling? Addressing chanRead More...

Exposing Montgomery County Youth to Architecture

Michael Ullrich — Mon, 09 May 2011 13:46:10 +0100

Published By: Michael Ullrich A.I.A.

Last Wednesday, we invited a group of 5th grade weblelos into our Kensington, MD offices to assist them with their final activity badge requirement before becoming Boy Scouts. The topic; "What does an Architect do?"

Though we talked a lot about the pragmatics of Architecture, we also explored the creative side of the profession. I asked aRead More...

March Home & Family Newsletter - Pagenstecher Group, Inc.

Pagenstecher Group — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:39:18 +0100

Winter weather can often be hard on your home's exterior. With spring just around the corner, it's time to take a closer look and correct any problems that may have developed over the season. Post-winter "tune ups" are common and can easily be handled. Here's a checklist to get you started:
Gutters and downspouts
Remove leaves and debris. Check for joint separation, loRead More...

Blog entries

Water saving tips for your bathroom

Awarding Excellence in Remodeling

The "Air" we breathe

Re-thinking the Powder Room

Cool new products for your next Bathroom Remodel

Keeping Your House Cool

Why not make an extra splash this summer?

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part III- the owner's suite

Video Testimonial: Carol from Bethesda

Coming soon to a neighborhood near you

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part II - "demolition and ground work"

Chevy Chase, MD Addition: Part I- "design concepts"

National Home Improvement Month by Pagenstecher Group

Exposing Montgomery County Youth to Architecture

March Home & Family Newsletter - Pagenstecher Group, Inc.