The Auditorium Theater turns 125 today. This venerable Chicago deserves a shout out, both for its historic importance and its ongoing beauty.
Case Studies
Einstein Refrigerator & Other Natural Cooling Innovations
Rethinking how we cool our homes and store food has never been more important. As global temperatures rise and energy consumption spikes, architects and designers are reexamining low-energy and natural refrigeration methods that predate today’s carbon-heavy appliances. One of the most surprising contributors to this conversation is Albert Einstein, whose work on the Einstein refrigerator […]
Solar Powered California Style Wine Cellar Design
Looking for the perfect wine storage solution? Learn about the design and cooling systems of our solar-powered wine cellar. Proper wine storage can make all the difference in maintaining flavor and quality.
Home for All Ages: Multigenerational Residential Design
Multigenerational residential designs create private spaces for each generation, creating independent living while keeping the entire family connected under one roof.
Facade Renovation Preserves Rich History of Existing Storefronts
Facade restoration paired with structural and systems upgrades can help transform outdated storefronts into more visually appealing spaces.
How to Design a Modern Net Zero Home
We’re designing a suburban net-zero home that combines high performance with modern aesthetics. Achieving net-zero starts with a thorough site analysis and a well-crafted architectural design emphasizing form and function.
Chicago Building Types: Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Chicago Accessory Dwelling Units are experiencing a renaissance. These dwelling types can help increase housing stock and density.
Moss in Detail: A Rolling Planter
A rolling planter is a flexible way to have greenery in a space with limited windows.
Adaptive Reuse Architecture: Why, How & When
In this post, we’ll hear from everyone on the moss team about why adaptive reuse is paramount to their architectural philosophy, and we’ll include case studies to illustrate our words.
Solar panels in Chicago: What You Need to Know to Install
Our solar panels are up and running at Logan Certified. Today, we dive into our installation, design, functionality and how all those rebates work.
Chicago River Habitat Restoration: Floating Garden Islands Update
The floating islands in the Chicago River are home to native species galore, and we’ve captured the action on video. Read on for more about what we’re doing to conserve the Chicago River.
Regional Architecture in San Francisco
A recent trip to San Francisco had us delving into the unique Victorian and Edwardian architecture of many of the homes there.