Some of the best architecture works from all over the world, together with tips and creative designs for inspiration or educational purposes.
Making a pool on your property is such a luxury that you should not settle for just any pool. Get inspiration from these creative pool designs. Now that you have decided to add a pool in your home, your next step is to check out the latest pool designs in the market. Pools are a…
As property prices rise, many of us find that it is better to renovate our homes or extend them instead of moving. It allows you to avoid the hassle of moving or changing schools. You don’t have to pay the fees to sell the home. However, home extensions are major projects in and of themselves,…
The balustrade is an important safety feature for any staircase, whether in your home or a public building. But, have you ever stopped to consider it could be so much more than a safety feature? The right balustrading can transform the space in your home, making it feel larger and brighter, or even darker and…
Getting a new roof is a very exciting time for your home; it’s a chance to fully revamp the exterior look. But it can also be an intimidating decision. Where do you start? What color should you pick? Does material matter? There are a lot of variables that can impact your new roofing decision. Here…
Black is not the first color that most people think of when looking to paint or add cladding to their home. But, it is a viable option and can add a real drama to the house. You will be making a huge visual impact and statement, it’s important to consider if this is something you…
Choosing the right type of siding for your house is not something you can overlook if you’re trying to improve its overall appearance or value. Loose vinyl paint chips, missing brick, or fading aluminum siding could make a very bad first impression on anybody. That’s why it’s essential that you don’t only choose the right…
Flat roofing is the standard for commercial buildings and occasionally residential homes. You may notice flat roofing at your local department store, or in a patio like structure on a house. Many times, flat-roofed buildings offer more interior space, cheaper cost of construction, and great accessibility to gutters and air conditioning units. Unfortunately, this type…
During my recent trip to France I spent several days in Paris, which this time opened to me from a totally new perspective: Apart from visiting its main tourist attractions, like the Louvre Museum, I also took some time to explore its modern architecture: Look inside its hidden courtyards and little streets: and also chill…
I have recently stumbled upon this article from Deacon Insurance which talks about very interesting facts about flats. I thought it might be a good idea to share them here with you. First of all, it is predicted that in 2050 the global population will be 9.8 billion (comparing to 7.6 right now). Most of the…
Concrete barriers. Ubiquitous. Innocuous. Versatile. Most of us walk past them every day without thinking twice, not appreciating these simple engineering features as the societal building blocks they are. Here are 21 ways in which the humble concrete barrier can be used creatively, practically and cost-effectively. Concrete barriers for protection Construction work Probably the place…
The architecture of a space is as significant to its function as it is to its form, despite how often that detail may be overlooked. For example, in places that tend to receive a lot of snow, slanted roofs are utilized in order to keep the snow from building up. Otherwise, it could result in…
No matter what area of the construction sector you happen to be in, mistakes can be costly. There is no doubt about it. Whether you are a builder, an electrician, a plumber, a painter, a mason or anything in between, each mistake eats away at your bottom line. In order to turn a profit, it…