Water is something that we rarely think about, we go to the faucet, turn it on and expect it to be there. We wash with it, shower with it, shave, drink it, wash our dishes, clothes, and food with it, cook with it and water our plants with it, when we stop to think, it…
The EKCONCEPT Architecture Lab is a minimalist in-house designed work space at the heart of Beirut. Reaching the first floor via the building’s exterior staircase, you can directly enter into an open space where people can work outside the office space. The designers have placed a coffee canteen inside, a central reading area, a display…
The outside of your house is just as important as the inside, for it is part of your castle, your escape. Even if you are not selling your home, it should have “curb-appeal“, basically, be as nice as it can for you, and your neighbors. Locating the right landscaping company to help fix and maintain…
Big skylights bring in natural light and provide great views, but also contribute to unwanted heat during the summer months. Fortunately, you can reduce heat gain by 40% or more, and still enjoy all the benefits of a beautiful set of skylights, merely by installing shades. Back in the day, it was inconvenient to build dormers…
Among the most underemphasized areas of a home are its windows. When considering a home improvement project to take on, adding shutters is among the easiest ways to give your house a facelift. You’ll increase the value of your property by adding curb appeal after mindfully selecting the right window shutters for your style of…
Singapore has something new for businesses looking for a fresh space to work. Currently, the country is experiencing a renaissance of coworking spaces. It seems to be a move toward fleshing out spaces that focus on groups with specific needs. If this is your case, there are older established actors that can provide your company…
The owner of a busy home, which translates into children, roaming pets and overworked grown-ups who still find time to entertain frequently, is always wondering how to keep carpets and upholstery clean. Here are some easy things to do to keep the carpets and upholstery presentable: Use the Right Fabrics There are fabrics that can…
The proverbial glass ceiling could be after all a real idea of improving the outlook of our buildings. There are structures now that have complete glass ceilings with swimming pools on top that you can see the water from below. There are just a few of such outrageous designs around the world, but they look…
As ocean water rises and falls, the water turns turbines to produce electric power. This is the tidal energy. It makes use of the tides to generate electrical power that could then be used to power home solutions. Let’s learn a bit about this classically unknown source of power. While tidal energy is projected to…
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…
A home office needs to not only be a practical working environment, but it also needs to reflect your personal style. Whether you work full time or are running an efficient side hustle, your office needs to be a place where you can feel comfortable enough to accomplish all your goals. There are lots of…
The kitchen is arguably the most important space in your home and it is a space that not only needs to look good but it also has to meet all your practical needs too. It pays to take your time and think about how to redesign your kitchen and work out what things you do…