How do you make a house feel open and connected to its surroundings without actually exposing it to the outside world in the typical manner? The answer to this question stands at the core of a very special project which was completed in 2014 by architect Luis Arturo Garcia of EDAA. The architect was asked...
More imagesEven after just reading the title of this article, you probably already have images in your head. The word “farmhouse” is attached to so much more than just a house style. Maybe you’re dreaming of cornfields and red barns. Maybe you’re imagining fresh pies and porch rockers. At the very least, you’re thinking of farmhouse...
More imagesHot tubs and saunas are not usually the type of things people build themselves but that doesn’t mean you can’t try. Actually, it’s totally doable, according to some of the DIY projects we found on the internet. Of course, simply starting such a project require a certain amount of dedication so consider all the details...
More imagesA lot of modern and contemporary residences feature a seamless transition between their indoor and outdoor spaces but rarely as efficiently and as naturally as this Hidden Valley Desert House designed by Wendell Burnette Architects. This residence located in Cove Creek, US was designed like a long pavilion, incorporating a series of volumes dispersed within the...
More imagesFinding the right desk for the right person is very important. A desk is like a piece of clothing which has to fit just right in order to be comfortable. This is one of the reasons why some of our favorite desk ideas are the DIY kind. There’s something very wonderful about getting to decide...
More imagesIn case you didn’t hear the news yet, colorful grout is the latest trend right now. It’s such a simple idea we’re wondering why it didn’t catch on earlier. Before we get into the details and the specifics of this trend, let’s review the general lines. First of all, one of the main reasons why...
More imagesOver the years we’ve become increasingly good at unlocking the potential in our homes and maximizing the efficiency and comfort so we can pack everything we need in a small space. Densely-populated cities reflect this better than anything else. Architects and interior designers are constantly innovating and coming up with new ways of maximizing storage...
More imagesBuilding a home – no matter what size—is increasingly more expensive, not just because of real estate prices, but also due to the cost of building materials. When it comes time to build, most people typically think about more traditional construction materials such as wood, concrete and bricks. By getting creative with the types of...
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