Net-zero homes, which produce as much (if not more) energy than they consume, are not exactly new — but as green building costs come down, these homes are becoming more affordable. The question is, has the industry made net-zero or zero-energy-ready homes affordable enough that consumers can swing the initial investment? How Affordable are Zero-Net-Energy…
France has recently been named the number one house builder in Europe, while the UK aims to construct 300,000 new houses a year by 2025. Newly-built houses are popping up all over the world, waiting to be scooped up by individuals and families that can turn a bare structure into a loving home. Buying a newly-built home…
When we talk about writing, it tells everything about the brand: from the design to the story. When writing and design are paired together, they seamlessly explain the identity, tone, and voice of the service. Writing is rarely talked about as a design skill, but both produce impactful content. Writing is a “unicorn skill” that…
As Kenny Guinn once said,” there is something permanent and something extremely profound, in owning a home’. As a proud homeowner, your home is unequivocally your pride and joy. As with all things, over time, your home’s aesthetics might tarnish. We will discuss some excellent ways to revive and rejuvenate your home. Make it Shine …
Having trees and shrubs in your garden adds character and can even give additional levels of privacy. That’s important to ensure you are comfortable enjoying your own outside space. However, having small trees and shrubs means you need to take care of them. Pruning properly is essential to ensure the trees and shrubs remain looking…
A poorly maintained commercial bathroom means the establishment that owns it is also poorly run. Keep in mind that your restroom represents you, your company or establishment and your employees. That is why making a good impression with your bathroom is essential. You will want to guarantee your guests or customers are comfortable every time…
If you’re living in a state with extremely hot summer months, having a functional air conditioning unit is important to maintain comfortable living conditions in your home. However, when your AC unit breaks down, you’ll have no other choice but to deal with high humidity and temperature levels. Because of this, it’s important to know…
Whether you are planning buying kitchen appliances for your new house or you are just looking to replace the older ones, choosing the right one can be confusing sometimes because there are so many choices out there. There are hundreds of brands out there that offer a variety of kitchen appliances, but not all of…
Working as a freelancer is a great gig; you get to be your own boss and you can work from the comfort of your home. With the increase of freelance work, a need for more comfortable, accommodating workspaces developed. Even though working from bed or the couch might seem appealing at first, you’ll come to…
If you’ve decided to build yourself a home, then you must be on cloud nine right now. The excitement you must feel cannot be described by words. You’re ready to start that new chapter in your life. The only thing that’s left is finding yourself the right home builder and waiting for the whole project…
How important is your sleep to you? I bet you get all frustrated after a sleepless night. Perhaps you blame yourself for staying up late, thinking that might be responsible for the lack of sleep you got. Most probably, though, you will either blame the pillow, or the bed, or both. Did you even consider…
Cats have been companions of ours in the home ever since we first domesticated them thousands of years ago due to their prowess at catching rodents. Many cats are outdoor animals, though due to the rise of city living many of us now keep house cats that are not allowed outside. This means that we…