An Architect or a Designer? Homeowners love to renovate their homes frequently. In this renovation, they often discuss extensively with the builders and one of the questions often asked is “Do I need to hire an architect or a designer for the project I want to undertake?” The answer...
The whole world mourned with residents of California when news spread that the homes were being ravaged by wildfire. Even though the United States is not new to these disasters (an average of 77,000 wildfires occur yearly), this 2017 California wildfire has been particularly devastating. Impact of 2017 California...
Every year, certain interior design trends create enough buzz and the architectural community is enthused for a while. 2017 brought some of the most exciting design ideas and these designs enjoyed our unbridled attention. Notwithstanding, some of these trends have made way for new ones and we have brought...
2017 was an extremely productive year in the field of architectural design. As with any rapidly evolving art, there’s a leaning towards certain styles. To this end, thorough research has been carried out in order to ascertain the architectural trends to anticipate in 2018. The impact of architects in...
Deciding what structure to use in the construction of your forever home can be quite overwhelming. This is due to the wide range of options available out there, ranging from concrete slab to wooden construction. However, such decisions are influenced by the building characteristics you desire and your budget....
If you belong to a family or large household looking to expand living spaces within your crowded home, converting the garage into a bedroom is a viable option. In fact, garage conversions are relatively common in places where real estate is pricey, since they are a good alternative to...
Islamic architecture has been touted as one of the most ingenious blends of tradition and technology for obvious reasons. As we know, before any novel solution can achieve widespread acceptance, there must be a perfect synergy between the traditional and the contemporary. There are grave consequences if we refuse...
An outdoor kitchen is one of the best additions to any home. It is perfect for leisure with family and friends. It also improves the overall outlook of the home. For real estate agents, installing an outdoor kitchen is a wonderful way to increase the market value of houses....
When considering to have a unique backyard, you should think beyond just having a deck or a pool. The value of the backyard guest house gets neglected as a major asset to any house. While they have been associated with large wonderful homes with excessive space, you can fit...
The Bungalows, a Brief History: America has been in a love affair with the Bungalow style homes for more than two torrid decades. This exotic word Anglo has been derived from the Indian language, which came to be a new American house style. The word bungalow has been around...
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With all New Year’s resolution Ideas flying around for travel and weight loss, we ponder over sharing some of our favorite goals that are a bit closer to home. The following advice will assist you in getting ideas for your home renovation project as chief in 2018. Give Some...
The latest prevalent home project becoming very popular is to have a loft living room for additional amusing space in the house. This is the best way possible to add to your living area at your home. This supplementary space brings along flexibility in having an appealing design and...
It might seem strange when you face a structural design with multiple columns and beam (box frame) instead of a single beam for the extension of a house. It means extra cost and time for your project. What is the role of the box frame extension? In simple words,...
Talking about the harsh and long winter season, how about Central New York. It may sound odd, but this is a fine season there to focus on updating your home interior design or the repair you have been waiting for the right time. This notion has been the reflection...
Hard Work and Diligence. Talent obviously helps but does not play the main role. The struggle is the path everyone takes in his or her life one way or the other. The professional structural engineer, on the other hand, is not like what most people think of it as...
The interior designer is qualified for designing the interior with his resourceful talent and usually does something exceptional that is beyond your imagination. Hence, interior designers have a ton to offer to those who hire them and along with their talent, they serve as an amazing resource as well....
Techniques to give your home an exterior face-lift You may feel like your home’s exterior is unalterable but you don’t have to worry because there are a number of possibilities to improve its design. Initiate your home exterior design with leading door and the pathway or driveway that leads...
Home renovation can be an expensive experience but it does not mean that you can’t save money. With proper management and organization, you can easily stay on your budget. Here we have 8 ways to help you save money. The beginning The only reason behind starting a home renovation...
Beautiful open space inside your home can add more ecstasy and divine class. If you want to add more space, then you may need a few alterations to the existing settings of your home. Pillar or the support columns that you find unsettling may get transformed with a smart...