Last week we wrote about asthma and allergies peaking in September. In this post, we continue our focus on prevention by showing you how to make an effective in-home air filter at low cost.

Asthma episodes and attacks peak in September. We’re focused on prevention - work to identify and solve the problem rather than treating symptoms. Here are a few notes to help lessen the impact of asthma as we approach the annual peak of irritation and attacks.

The William Root House is one of the oldest homes in the Atlanta area. It’s located in Marietta, Georgia (northwest of Atlanta) and was recently the site for a day of lectures on preservation, restoration and architecture history hosted by Cobb Landmarks. Among the speakers were James Barfield and Walter Elliott who presented their new book.

Heating and cooling systems are designed to meet loads based on average low and average high temperatures. What happens when the the outdoor temperatures exceed the design temperatures?

Did you know you can study architecture, art, landscape and preservation in summer school? Ryan has just returned from a ten-day summer school program. Anyone can apply to three different schools. Here’s what you need to know…

A local nonprofit is working on a project that offers a thoughtful and endearing gift idea. We think the project will be widely known and enjoyed for generations. Don’t miss your chance to participate.

The recent shootings at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas are among the worst in U.S. history. It’s traumatic to consider the details even from afar yet it’s not “unthinkable” or “unimaginable” as some have said because we’ve seen this before.

The HVAC industry is dealing with challenges like every other industry. One particular challenge has resulted in a proposal to temporarily change the building code.

A mining company has proposed siting a titanium and zirconium mine on the edge of the Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge Area in Georgia. You should have and share an informed opinion on this issue because the Okefenokee is unique in Georgia.

Congratulations to Southface Institute! Southface named James Marlow as its new President. He’ll assume the new role on May 16th. We’re very happy for James and our friends at Southface.

Do you know this trailblazer? She was the first female: U.C. Berkeley graduate in engineering, Ecole des Beaux-Arts certificate holder and registered architect in California. You should know her story and her work.

A study published earlier this year is helping draw attention to methane emissions from gas cooking appliances in homes. While there have been many studies of natural gas distribution system leaks, it’s important to consider what’s happening on the homeowner’s side of the gas meter.

Warm weather brings a tremendously destructive and determined pest to our homes: carpenter bees. The damage the start is often compounded by other forces. Protect your property with these simple steps…

Tim Keane was the Commissioner of City Planning in Atlanta for almost seven years. Tim spent the last years of his time in Atlanta working to change the focus and expectations of the citizens. We applaud Tim’s candor and willingness to take on complex issues, even when it meant having to find a polite way to say we can and must do much better.

Georgia will start hearing proposed building code amendments in the first week of April. There are thirty-nine proposed amendments so it’s going to be a busy few months. Here’s what’s in store…

Frederick Law Olmsted is widely regarded as the father of American landscape architecture. This year marks the 200th anniversary of his birth. Events are being held around the country in celebration of his living legacy. Here’s how to find an event near you…

Christopher Alexander has passed away. You may recognize his name even if you don’t know his face. He’s been a powerful influence in architecture and urban design for decades.

The City of Brookhaven, its Mayor and City Manager have been ordered to pay more than $6.6M for reportedly stalling a development project by The Ardent Companies in Brookhaven. The verdict and associated fines may have officials throughout the state thinking twice about development deals.

Ryan attended the International Builders’ Show and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Orlando to look for emerging products and design solutions. He returned with so many photos and videos that we decided to host a discussion rather than trying to put them all into a blog post. Here’s a recording of the discussion…

Phoenix Flies is an annual celebration of historic buildings, landscapes and neighborhoods presented by the Atlanta Preservation Center. Tickets for the free tours and lectures are available beginning at 10 AM today!