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Renovation guides for New Orleans homeowners

Plain-English guides on what a project costs, how to prepare, and which materials hold up in the Gulf Coast climate.

Preparing a Historic Home for Renovation

Preparing a Historic Home for Renovation

Before the first permit is pulled or the first board comes up, there's a body of work that determines whether a historic renovation goes well or sideways — most of it is observation and documentation.

April 4, 2026 · 6 min read

Choosing Materials That Survive the Gulf Climate

Choosing Materials That Survive the Gulf Climate

Humidity, heat, wind, and the occasional flood put different demands on building materials than most of the country faces. Here's how we think about specification for homes in Greater New Orleans.

March 21, 2026 · 6 min read