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Finally wrapped up the windows on the 12 sided classroom building by completing the cupola. Beautiful spot to spend a fe...
01/22/2021

Finally wrapped up the windows on the 12 sided classroom building by completing the cupola. Beautiful spot to spend a few days working off a lift! More details of the trim out soon...

09/27/2016
Here are some before and after pictures of one of my winter projects. If only I could find the time to organize MY house...
04/24/2015

Here are some before and after pictures of one of my winter projects. If only I could find the time to organize MY house like this...
http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/?p=590&preview=true

Organize Beautifully Posted April 24th, 2015 by Simon & filed under General. As the parent of a 5 year old I fully understand how clutter takes on a whole new meaning. These clients contacted me in order to turn a poorly used corner of their living room into focal point. They wanted a place to…

Been working hard on a very interesting Victorian porch restoration project on the East side of Troy.http://www.buildsma...
06/07/2014

Been working hard on a very interesting Victorian porch restoration project on the East side of Troy.
http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/victorian-porch-restoration-part-1/

Victorian Porch Restoration Part 1Posted June 7th, 2014 by Simon& filed under General.This porch was in bad shape when I first saw it. The original brick footings had broken down over the last 100 years and the roof had begun to droop.Probably a few decades ago, someone attempted to rectify the prob…

Check out this cool article about a 13-foot wide home in Albany.http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/cozy-urban-sp...
03/30/2014

Check out this cool article about a 13-foot wide home in Albany.
http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/cozy-urban-space-in-albany/

Cozy Urban Space in AlbanyPosted March 30th, 2014 by Simon& filed under General.This article from the Times Union 3/30 insert showcases a 13-foot wide row house in Albany and the creative approach that the owners took in building a beautiful, cozy, and highly functional space.This project demonstrat...

Just went to the Solarize Troy meeting last night. Very exciting! Check it out if you are even mildly interested in the ...
03/28/2014

Just went to the Solarize Troy meeting last night. Very exciting! Check it out if you are even mildly interested in the idea of solar electric for your home.
http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/solarize-troy/

Solarize TroyPosted March 28th, 2014 by Simon& filed under General.Last night I attended the first of Solarize Troy’s public outreach meetings at the East Greenbush library. The presentation covered the basics of grid tied solar electrical systems (PV) and then introduced Solarize Troy’s plan.This v...

Check out The Phoenix Commotion on Facebook or at their website http://www.phoenixcommotion.com/. These folks are doing ...
03/20/2014

Check out The Phoenix Commotion on Facebook or at their website http://www.phoenixcommotion.com/. These folks are doing great things!

Dan Phillips and the Phoenix Commotion crew celebrate WM's grand opening. Waste Management of Houston, Texas--an international solid waste logistics company--commissioned Dan Phillips and crew to design the interior of a recycling education center in their new facility. Check out the coverage in the...

Build Smart With Simon to partner with Hudson Valley Natural Building. http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/build-...
03/20/2014

Build Smart With Simon to partner with Hudson Valley Natural Building.

http://www.buildsmartwithsimon.com/general/build-smart-with-simon-to-partner-with-hudson-valley-natural-building/

Build Smart With Simon to partner with Hudson Valley Natural BuildingPosted February 6th, 2014 by Simon& filed under General.After working together for many years, Jonah Vitale-Wolff (founder of HVNB) and I are officially joining forces! I’m excited about combining my background in conventional and...

03/20/2014
We all have stuff. How we put it away can make the difference between wild chaos and relaxing order. Cabinets are a hand...
03/20/2014

We all have stuff. How we put it away can make the difference between wild chaos and relaxing order. Cabinets are a handy way to make use of wasted space.

Considering how frequently we spend time in the bathroom, it should be an enjoyable space.
03/20/2014

Considering how frequently we spend time in the bathroom, it should be an enjoyable space.

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