Category Archives: Architecture

7 Ways Construction Might Go Wrong (and how you’re covered)

We never want something to go wrong with your construction project. But if it does, we want you to know how you’re covered. Continue reading

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Builder’s Risk Insurance 101

Builder’s Risk Insurance is an insurance policy to cover loss of anything built or materials for building under that construction contract whether the materials are on site, in storage, or in transit Continue reading

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Decisions that Pass the Test of Time

Once you make a decision, you are headed down a road that locks in your future construction, operating, or lease costs. Your facility decisions may even unknowingly shape your organization’s culture and time to market. Our value proposition is that … Continue reading

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Reconsidering the Branch: Retail Branch Case Study: Pelican State Credit Union – Pineville Branch

Location: Pineville, LA Type: Retail Branch / Teller Pods Owner: Pelican State Credit Union Architect: Labarre Architects, APAC Contractor: Labarre Associates, Inc. Completion Date: 2014 Pelican State Credit Union has committed through an extensive launch of their new prototype branch … Continue reading

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Reconsidering the Branch: Retail Branch

Another type of branch that is being built by banks and credit unions around the country is the “retail” branch.  These are akin to open retail stores, in that a person can walk around and interact with tellers in a … Continue reading

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Reconsidering the Branch: Tellerless Branch Case Study: Campus Federal Credit Union – Our Lady of the Lake Branch

Location: Baton Rouge, LA Type: Tellerless Branch / Interactive Teller Machine Owner: Campus Federal Credit Union Architect: Labarre Architects, APAC Contractor: Milton J. Womack, Inc. Completion Date: 2014 Campus Federal Credit Union has been one company to fully invest in … Continue reading

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Reconsidering the Branch: Tellerless Branch

One type of branch that is currently being put into operation by banks and credit unions around the country is the “tellerless” branch.  These are akin to the self-check-out stations in supermarkets, in that a person can interact with the … Continue reading

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Green Roof 101: Components

Green Roof systems appear complicated due to the number of roofing components used in the roof.  However, the roof is really divided into two parts: a protected membrane type roof and the “vegetative” portion above it. Protected membrane roof components: First … Continue reading

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Green Roof 101: Pros and Cons

This article has been updated on our new blog hosted on our website, please follow this link to see the updated article. Green Roof systems are increasing in prevalence in the South.  The pros and cons of the roofs are … Continue reading

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Energy Saving Techniques: Part 2 – “Medium-hanging fruit”

You’ve done the “low-hanging fruit” energy saving items for your building, but want to do more.  What comes next?  See below for some more ideas on how to save on your energy bills. Interior Lighting: Install daylight sensors in rooms … Continue reading

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