A Sunnier State: Florida without FEMA

Designing homes for Florida’s climate means thinking beyond aesthetics. From flood resilience to energy efficiency, learn how innovative materials like SCIPs and smart design choices can create homes that thrive in any storm. Ready to build a storm-ready, beautiful home? Read more.

How Your Architect Uses Construction Documents as a Blueprint for Success

Construction Documents (CDs) are essential blueprints that guide contractors in accurately building homes, ensuring effective communication, compliance, and minimizing errors.

Proper Window Installation for Florida Homes: Preventing Water Damage and Ensuring Hurricane Protection

In Florida, proper window installation is crucial to prevent water damage, mold, and structural issues from hurricanes.

Searching for an Architect? Here’s What You Need to Know

Design Freedom, Inc. designs sustainable Forever Homes, emphasizing energy efficiency, customization, and modern non-traditional building systems to meet clients’ needs.

Crawl Spaces in Southern Homes: Ventilation, Renovation and Modern Alternatives

Crawl spaces in historic Southern homes require modern solutions for ventilation, moisture control, and energy efficiency to prevent structural issues.

Hurricane Town Hall Resources: Grants, Loans, and Rebuilding Strategies

The Hurricane Town Hall provided vital information for homeowners affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, focusing on damage assessments, insurance claims, and rebuilding options.

Disaster Recovery Resources for Homeowners: What You Need to Know

Recover smarter after a disaster! Learn about FEMA programs, tax refunds, and resilient rebuilding techniques to make your home stronger and future-ready. #DisasterRecovery #ResilientDesign

Renovation First Steps: From Flooded to Fabulous

To successfully rebuild or remodel after flooding, start with a recent survey, elevation certificate, and geotechnical testing for foundation stability.

Building an Upstairs Addition for Flood Resilience

Elevating living spaces to second floors minimizes flood damage, enhances emotional security, reduces insurance costs, and increases home value.