Category Archives: Design
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Oct
Oct
If you are an avid DIY enthusiast and you want some place to store your tools, then you might be thinking of investing in a shed. In addition to these two things, there is also the matter of choosing a design for your shed. There are many different designs to choose from, so you should…
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Feb
Feb
Across the tracks, trucks, and waterways of the world, shipping containers are used to transport goods of all shapes and sizes. With so many of them in use, many get recycled to become shipping container homes. Those are exactly what they sound like, small and cost-efficient living spaces that can be stacked together to build…
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Jan
Jan
How much do you really know about the property that surround us? Specifically, how much do you know about commercial real estate property? Most people aren’t super familiar with commercial real estate, or at least beyond a basic understanding. In reality, there’s a lot to learn about commercial property and commercial buildings, especially if you…
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Dec
Dec
Want to save money on your electricity bill? When you are looking to save money, where should you start? By making coffee at home? By shopping less? By avoiding meals out? What about on your energy bills? Well, if you are looking to save money, your first thought might not be to try and lower…
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Dec
Dec
Interior design can completely transform your space, creating a welcome oasis that’s both functional and beautiful. Our surroundings directly affect our mood and can even help us to be more productive or calmer. Good interior design that pays attention to the function of the space and the needs of those who use it can improve…
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Dec
Dec
In this article, we’re focusing on a really cool niche design trend that has been gaining steam in recent years – the earth sheltered home. What basically appears as an underground house, this cool new design trend might be everything you want in sustainable architecture. But for as cool as this structure looks, people generally…
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Oct
Oct
As a smart homeowner, you already know that metal homes are a great choice. They provide unmatched durability, insulation, and sustainability that few other materials offer. Plus, they are by far one of the most affordable types of homes. But did you know that metal homes could also come in beautiful designs? Just in case…
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Oct
Oct
Introduction Barndominiums are getting increasingly popular, especially on social media sites such as Pinterest where users can upload their favourite designs, or even their barndominiums, for collection on boards or be pinned by the masses. With a wide variety of designs to choose from, and interiors that range from open plan basics to fully kitted…
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Oct
Oct
Container homes are a very popular trend in design and architecture today. Using a storage container as a living area might seem like a wild idea, but you might be surprised at just how practical it can be. Modern shipping container homes are so sophisticated that they even rival the traditional home. You can have…
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Aug
Aug
SolarWindow™ window coating generates electricity from light, both from the sun, and artificial light, as well. It is extremely versatile, able to be printed onto glass, plastic, or even paper, making it easy to install this wonder material in many places. This coating sets itself apart from others we have featured, as it can be…
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Mar
Mar
German city Ulm has recently rolled out a new benevolent concept as a means to keep its homeless safe during harsh weathers. With solution focused determination, experts manufactured highly technological weatherproof nests powered by renewable energy. Currently in the second year of trials, they have been called ‘Ulmer Nests.’ Though the nation is Europe’s strongest…
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Jan
Jan
2020 was the year for the record books, in so many ways both “good” and “bad”. Namely the emergence of COVID-19 had a profound effect on our lives and applied a nearly ubiquitous need to evaluate our lives; how we live at home, how we interact with our families, co-workers and our communities at large. …
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Sep
Sep
Architecture is a constantly changing art. As every building is created, it reflects the climate and culture of its time, with the most iconic buildings becoming classic symbols of entire cities or countries. Most of these famous landmarks were built well in the past. But what if they had been designed today? In this post…
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Jun
Jun
Do you currently own an RV? If your answer is yes, then like 10 million other Americans you need to be aware of the steep price depreciation associated with owning an RV. It’s no secret that RVs don’t come cheap. They can cost anywhere between $10,000 and $500,000 depending on the model and type. But…
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Jan
Jan
Prefabricated steel buildings are durable, they are flexible and can be used for a variety of purposes and industries; such as agriculture, churches, for use in education and even residences. The prefabricated steel buildings market report, which covers 2019 to 2026, is a report that includes analysis of both the prefabricated steel building industry, as…
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Jul
Jul
A model building that is energy-positive shows how building can be power sources in the future.
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Apr
Apr
Steven Cohen’s The Sustainable City is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the future of the built environment… or who is curious how to create an economic and resilient human habitat .. or who wants to focus on infrastructure that minimizes emissions of conventional air pollutants … or whose areas of interest are protecting biodiversity…
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Apr
Apr
Infusing green building knowledge into our lives starts with a yearning to create a positive, lasting change in the way we interact with the planet. That inspiration can lead us to seek out information and guidance from others to join a movement to a more sustainable lifestyle. We know that, although we may not be…