Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture featured in Fine Homebuilding Magazine! (August-September 2021)
Our Comprehensive Design and Innovative High-Performance Strategies are highlighted in the new issue of Fine Homebuilding Magazine! Check out the article “Energy-Smart by Design” featuring a dynamic Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture residential project. The article reveals the keys to energy efficiency in a hot and humid climate, including building orientation, passive solar design, and a well-thought-out roof system. […]
The Origin of Energy Efficiency and Green for Buildings Written By Peter Pfeiffer, FAIA
It was the early 1980’s when a group of UT Architecture and Engineering grads challenged Austin Energy on their assertions that the citizens of Austin needed to fund the building of a new power plant to meet anticipated growth and demand. Austin Energy had proposed participation for Austin in a regional Nuclear Power Plant. […]
Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture to be Featured at the 2021 Modern Homes Tour!
Alan and Peter will be discussing ‘Modern Design Trends’ at the 13th Annual Austin Modern Home Tour. This virtual experience will take place on Saturday, February 27th. Additional information on the tour can be found here! Use Code BFA2021 for a $5 discount on tickets. See ya there!
Alan and Peter at the 2021 International Builder Show
Alan and Peter have been selected to speak at the 2021 International Builder Show about upcoming Design Trends while still maintaining High-Performance building strategies. “Current Custom Home Design Trends Blended with High Performance Building Strategies” walks attendees thru upcoming trends and energy efficient building strategies. IBSx Virtual Experience will run from February 9-12, 2021 . […]
Some Things Should Never Change Written By Alan Barley, AIA
My relationship with drawing and design with has been in me my since my grade school years. I spent a lot of time with my maternal grandparents during that time spending several weeks with them during the summers. My grandmother, Florinda Gallo, was in her own way a gifted artist, working simply in ceramics. She […]
Build Small, Live Large: Building less costs less but doesn’t sacrifice comfort
Written by: Alan K. Barley, AIA for the September issue of The Solar Reflector, Texas Solar Energy Society Newsletter With more than 30 years’ experience, we at Barley Pfeiffer Architecture have been involved in almost every type of residential project imaginable. Designing high-performance homes and remodels is our specialty. To date, we’ve completed more than […]
A Look Back At a 25 Year Old BPA Design
Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture’s core strength is designing high-performance homes and buildings that are beautiful and timeless. Recognized for their attractive design, integrity, and ability to stand up to the elements – they are less expensive to own, operate, and maintain, are healthier to occupy, and are more comfortable to live and to work in. Our “Comprehensive […]
Happy Clients make us Happy!
Engaging Barley|Pfeiffer to design our retirement home was one of the smartest things we’ve ever done. The build of our house is far superior to typical construction in our area. More important, though, this house fits us like a glove. Their comprehensive design process incorporated not just our taste, but how we live, from the […]
Rise and Fall of the Green Building Movement
Join Peter as he discusses the Rise and Fall of the Green Building movement: “Isn’t what we’re trying to achieve is to make our buildings, homes and communities simply perform better? What about a different approach – that of “Green” or “High Performance” building – BY DESIGN?” Video courtesy of AIA Houston
This Sensory-Driven Home Suits a Family of Four’s Needs – Austin Monthly Feature
The five-bedroom Steiner Ranch house features everything from a hair-washing station to a theatre room. BY MAURI ELBEL at Austin Monthly Spring 2020 When Kim and Tom Hartman moved to Austin almost a decade ago, they found plenty of houses they liked, but not a single home that would suit their family. “We have two children who […]
