Architect Shares Four Tips For Rebuilding Homes After Hurricane Damage
Storms are inevitable. Total destruction doesn’t have to be. There are organizations and architects addressing resilience. One is the International WELL Building Institute, creator of the WELL for residential building standards, rolled out at the beginning of 2024. Caplow’s firm, Caplow Manzano, is one of its proponents, and was involved in its pilot program with its CM1 residence in Miami. “The WELL standard gives points for choosing healthier materials, including the more durable alternatives described above,” Caplow comments.
Rebuilding with a WELL-certified architect and considering IBHS’ Fortified programs can keep your new home safer, dryer, healthier and more insurable.
