By Michael Tobias Responsibility for building sustainability rests primarily with architects and engineers who design and specify a variety of systems that reduce the environmental impact of building. However, there has been an increasing demand for interior design to join other construction professionals in their global mission to make buildings, …
Read More »How do I install an outdoor light?
This may sound like the first line of a joke, but electricity isn’t a laughing matter. It’s almost responsible for 3,500 deaths in work-related incidents between 2003 and 2016. There were also 55 deaths in one Biennium thanks to electrical injuries. Therefore, treat electricity with the utmost respect, it has …
Read More »5 creative upgrades to freshen up your home
Our homes are our sanctuaries – the only place we can go after a long and tiring day and just relax and unwind. Therefore, we should always strive to make them as inviting and comfortable as possible. However, this doesn’t always have to be associated with large remodeling projects, most …
Read More »Garden trellis ideas that are inexpensive and look great
The decorations in the gardens are very varied. These natural spaces give a lot of freedom when choosing furniture and arrangements. Grids are one of the most common because plants grow naturally on them. The following ideas for garden grilles offer you a versatile way to give the less conspicuous …
Read More »What is an efficiency apartment and why is it different from a studio?
Do you want to move to a great city center but are on a budget? We all went through it. Maybe you are looking for small living rooms or an efficiency apartment. All rooms like this one have cheaper rent and can help you get to the part of town …
Read More »Cool above-ground pool decks as inspiration for your own
In some homes it may be too difficult, and sometimes even impossible, to have an underground pool. This can be due to the poor soil conditions you have, the restrictions of the construction zone and many other possible restrictions. In these cases, it’s probably better to opt for above-ground pool …
Read More »Should I repair or replace my commercial roof?
While roofs aren’t the first or even the second thing you see as you walk past a building, they are an integral part of the structure. And while the exterior building is often what we think of when we talk about the appeal of curbs, there is no question that …
Read More »Tips to keep your home timeless
Homes in local areas, once celebrated for their style and beauty, are an integral part of the landscape. Years later, these homes age in a way that represents a date for the era in which they were built. Home buyers want houses that look timeless. To accomplish this task, a …
Read More »How quickly does bed bugs spread?
Bed bugs are tiny pests that are a nuisance in most households, especially bedrooms, after the infestation. They can spread quickly and you can think they have wings, but not really. They move by crawling from one area to another to slowly spread to other rooms in the house. Bed …
Read More »Types of drought-resistant grass you should know
Every homeowner wants a beautifully manicured lawn, even though he lives in areas with drastic weather conditions like drought. Research shows that most people prefer to build their homes in semi-arid areas because the land is cheaper and the cost of building a new home is also lower. You may …
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