Investing in green architecture means that you are making an effort to take care of the environment. However, knowing where to start can be a little bit confusing. What are some of the basics about which you must know? Dealing with Garbage Anytime you're crafting some sort of building, be it … [Read more...]
The Most Mysterious Buildings on the Globe
There are all sorts of building on the face of the earth – the tallest ones, the most expensive, the weirdest, etc. All of them were built with the intention of being the TOP in the list. To be 'more' than their competitors. However, there are no building that intended to be the most mysterious … [Read more...]
The Most Astonishing Buildings From Around the World
All around the globe there are dozens of structures that are unique, strange, bizarre or in other words, mind boggling. Looking at these, one can do nothing else than to exclaim : 'How on Earth were these made and who came up with this astounding idea'? All such architectural marvels are a bit … [Read more...]
Decoding Architectural Styles
You know those moments, when someone terms like, “Victorian-style bungalow” or “Edwardian gables” or “art deco patterns” or “art nouveau designs”? When people use that on me, I feel as if the world is conspiring against me, by secretly taking ‘Hieroglyphic’ lessons. It’s embarrassing, frustrating, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Ways To Make The Most Out Of Your Space Using Furniture
That apartment seemed like everything you ever wanted when you first moved in, but it is quickly feeling more and more cramped by the day and you are now battling claustrophobia you never had in the past. Does this sound like you? Well, you are not alone. (Photo credits: marc_p dmoz) So … [Read more...]
6 Famous Art Deco Buildings
The Art Deco style is eclectic and inspired a great deal of design during the early part of the twentieth century, including architecture, interior design, fashion, jewellery and film. Coined in 1966, the term Art Deco refers to the style that was popular during the 1920s until the Second World … [Read more...]
The 10 Best World Records About Houses
A house is the most expensive purchase most of us will ever make in our lifetimes. They are our homes, our castles and our sanctuaries. Generally a measure of success, they regularly form the topic of conversations. These days we have programmes dedicated to them. Some have even set their own world … [Read more...]
Sell Your Home Like A Pro
If you need to sell your home in a hurry you might think that you need to lower your asking price or spend extra money to find the best real estate agent in town. Have you thought about staging your home to make it look more interesting to potential buyers? Did you know that by taking a little extra … [Read more...]
Upgraded House In The Woods
Robert Young Architecture + Interiors a New York-based firm, has designed what's called the ‘Kettle Hole House’, a rehabilitation of a single family house in East Hampton, New York. Originally constructed in the 1980s, the outdated structure was permeated with bands of glazing, increasing … [Read more...]
Kelowna House – David Tyrell
We know for a fact that you're into modern architecture, and this is only natural since this is the moving trend nowadays, and also for a fact we know that you will like this house. The Kelowna House wears the signature of the Canadian architect David Tyrell. The home is a unique residential … [Read more...]
Contemporary House in Melbourne
We don't know the architect of this house, but what we do know about it, is that is one of the most stylish houses we've seen in a while. The house is located in Brighton, one of the suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This two story modern and contemporary home, features four … [Read more...]
Ninety7 @ Siglap | Aamer Architects
While I know some of you love Singapore architecture, this specifically house will make your jaw drop because Aamer Architects created a design that is nothing less than amazing. But like all great things, it's best to show them than to describe them, so here are some images. Here's a brief … [Read more...]
Architecture Inspiration – Studio Aiko
You might be student, or a senior architect, but I'm sure you want your projects to have the best presentation. Probably you have the skills, probably not. We all learn as we go, but every now and then I stumble upon amazing presentation teams like Studio Aiko. "Amazing, astonishing, beautiful, … [Read more...]
David Vandervort Architects | Lopez Island Residence
Lopez Island Residence by David Vandervort Architects This 1800 sf home is located on a heavily wooded, medium-bank waterfront property on Lopez Island, Washington. The house is carefully sited amidst the existing trees and the existing land form which slopes up to the bank and view. … [Read more...]
The 8 Architect Wonders of the World
Structure: Cartier Foundation, Paris Architect: Jean Nouvel Year Finished: 1994 This museum created by the french architect JeanNouvel, displays some of the best art on planet Earth, and has exhibits of both contemporary and international artists. It contains over one thousand works by three … [Read more...]
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