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raSmith Named a National 2023 Top Workplace

Civil + Structural Engineer

raSmith was recently recognized as a National 2023 Top Workplace, receiving awards for employee well-being, employee appreciation, and professional development. The firm received awards for Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-being, and Professional Development BROOKFIELD, Wis. The winners of the national award are featured on USA Today.

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2023 BALA Winners: The Best of the Best

The Pro Builder

But the neighborhood’s newest addition fits right in, blending modern with a hint of Japanese inspiration and a nature-focused aesthetic that earned it the coveted Home of the Year award in the Best in American Living Awards (BALA) for 2023. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Michael A.

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4 Trends in Sustainable Site Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

Sustainable site design is a hot topic in the AEC industry. As Civil Engineers, Landscape Architects, and Planners, we are challenged to integrate conservation into site design, preserving the natural features of the land. Parking Layout Parking lots take up a great deal of space and play a big role in site design.

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raSmith’s Chris Tippery Honored with 2023 Collections Award from the Central States Water Environment Association

Civil + Structural Engineer

ENV SP, senior project manager, has been named the recipient of the 2023 Collections Award for the Wisconsin Section of the Central States Water Environment Association (CSWEA). . — raSmith, a multi-disciplined civil and structural engineering and surveying firm, is pleased to announce that Chris Tippery, P.E.,

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

The initiative’s backbone, Exploration Green, was divided into five meticulous phases and conceived with community input, unifying expert planning and genuine residential needs. Planned by SWA Group architects and designed and managed by the engineering firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc.,

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How to Transform a Non-View Lot Into an Eye-Catching Home Site

The Pro Builder

Not only does biophilia affect site selection, but it can also influence a home's interior and exterior design. To maximize a home’s views— whether ordinary or extraordinary—privacy, landscaping, and water elements play a big role and can be used to create a visual focal point on lots where one doesn't already exist.