by dmaengwebsite | Jan 3, 2024 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
Many times, we see a design for a ground-source heat pump (geothermal) system that is sized just to cover the cooling load. The rest of the load is then picked up by a gas-fired heating appliance. While this works, net zero cannot be achieved. Yes, you can offset the...
by dmaengwebsite | Dec 4, 2023 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
Luxury residential projects often incorporate radiant floor heating as a premium feature. However, the choice between a high-mass (concrete) or low-mass (aluminum subfloor) system is usually made arbitrarily, based on established practices. In this blog post, we will...
by dmaengwebsite | Oct 31, 2023 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
One of the reasons I like old buildings is that I grew up in a Washington Park bungalow that was built in 1904. My mom and dad bought the house in 1969, and the remodeling started soon thereafter. My dad, being a brick mason and ready to take on anything, got to work....
by dmaengwebsite | Sep 26, 2023 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
I love being in the outdoors, particularly in the mountains, where I feel the most comfortable. My wife and I recently had the pleasure of a trip to Montana for a wedding. She traveled a week earlier than me, so I rode my motorcycle up to meet her. We rendezvoused for...
by dmaengwebsite | Aug 28, 2023 | Commissioning, DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
Unlocking the Potential of Old Buildings: The Art of Retro-Commissioning There’s a certain charm in breathing new life into old buildings. While designing new structures allows us to harness the latest materials, architectural innovations, and cutting-edge...
by dmaengwebsite | Jul 27, 2023 | DMA Engineering, Steven Forrester - Principal
The year 2023 brought a surprising twist to the Denver area as record rainfall inundated the region during May and June. This unprecedented weather pattern not only posed challenges to the local landscape but also ushered in a new design paradigm for architects and...
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