Residential Remodel Highlights Why Our Long Beach Architecture Firm Doesn’t Flip Houses
I recently stopped by one of our residential remodel projects in Seal Beach that was wrapping up. I spoke with the client for a bit, and he seemed really happy with how his house had turned out. But he also expressed to me that the remodel had brought about another important outcome: it has changed the way his family lives in their house. . . . Read more...
How a Long Beach Architecture Firm Keeps Up with Ever-Changing Trends and Technology
There’s a certain type of person known as an “early adopter.” You probably have a friend or two like this. As soon as the latest thing comes out—whatever it is—they have it. It might be the newest smartphone, a television with the latest technology, or when it comes to homes, the most current trends in energy-saving devices or smart home . . . Read more...
Updated Long Beach Office Serving as a Testing Ground for Products Used in Architectural Design
Here at M. Grisafe Architects, we’ve taken on a new tenant improvement project in Long Beach—our own! Our offices were in need of an upgrade, so we’ve been working on improving the office’s look, as well as its functionality. We’re also using the remodel to test out some new products on the market, to see if they are worth recommending . . . Read more...
Renovations and Relationships: Mark Grisafe Offer’s an Architect’s Perspective for Realtor.com Article
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to share with you a recent article that I was able to contribute my thoughts to. It was featured on the popular real estate site, Realtor.com, and it’s all about home renovations and marital relationships. The article, written by Realtor.com Senior Editor Rachel Stults, is titled, “Until DIY Do Us . . . Read more...
M. Grisafe Architects Offers Guidance to Attorneys Working for Homeowners Associations
Recently, our office received a call from an attorney. At first, I was reluctant to answer the phone, because who wants to talk to an attorney? Despite my misgivings, I went ahead and answered the phone. I’m glad I did. This local attorney was looking for the expertise of a Long Beach architect to help with some issues that are outside of . . . Read more...
