Sustainable design is finally gaining ground By Elisa Garcia, Garcia Architects | Published on 02.10.2011 | Santa Barbara Noozhawk, Green Hawk Have you noticed the many lush, vine-covered walls around Santa Barbara, such as the one on the Ortega Street parking garage along Anacapa Street? Yes, they’re beautiful, but many people’s first response is, “But… more
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Garcia Architects: Prefabricated Homes — Custom and Cost-Effective
Factory-built buildings are generally less expensive and offer environmental benefits By Elisa Garcia | Published on 01.18.2011 on Noozhawk.com There’s been a lot of buzz lately about prefabricated homes, yet there’s also a great deal of mystery about them. As a young, aspiring architect, I wondered why buildings weren’t built like automobiles were, especially once… more
Unsurpassed Serenity : Spectacular Sand Point Retreat
607 Sand Point Rd – Carpinteria Indulge your love of the sea and the many moods that complement living in a sanctuary of vast natural beauty. This 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home sits on 1.14 acres of Pacific Ocean beach, bordered by the Carpenteria Salt Marsh Nature Preserve, presenting a wonder of panoramic views and… more
The Best ‘Green’ Option May Be to Remodel
By Elisa Garcia of Garcia Architects | Published on 01.04.2011 | Santa Barbara Noozahawk, GreenHawk Consider this updating to-do list to make your home more energy efficient. Let’s be honest: Building a new house is not very green. A great deal of energy goes into the construction process, but at least many new homes these… more