Ways to Increase the Amount of Rent You Can Charge for Your Property
Whether you’re a long-term property investor or you just want rent to out a home for the first time, you’ll want to maximize the amount of rent you receive. Here’s how to do it.
Finding the Right Ceiling Fans: 3 Useful Advice
Ceiling fans are more than just decorative fixtures hanging from your ceiling; they are a testament to functionality meeting style in the modern home. Beyond their ability to complement your decor, these fans play a crucial role in maintaining comfort and energy efficiency throughout the seasons. Finding the perfect ceiling fan for your room goes […]
A Complete Guide on How to Refinish Your Hardwood Floor
A hardwood floor can last a lifetime but it may need to be renovated and possibly even refinished after a while. Especially if your hardwood floors have lost their shine, it may be time to refinish them. This will involve repairing and sanding the wood and applying three coats of finish. Dirty floors can be […]
Lawn Fire Pits: 5 Safety Requirements
Unless you have a purpose-built fireplace away from your grass, the ideal placement for your fire may be on the lawn. Here’s how to protect your turf while enjoying a backyard fire pit.
4 Ways to Fix a Stubborn Lawn Drainage Problem
Every homeowner who tends to a lawn has had to deal with a sloshing, muddy drainage problem at some point or another. Here are some fool-proof solutions.
How to keep your home safe before and after the storm
Although Ireland is a country with relatively calm weather, we still have our shares of storms and other extreme weather conditions that often cause severe destruction to our homes. However, with proper preparation and protection in place, you can dramatically reduce the effect of these weather conditions on your home and properties, saving yourself not […]
Does Your Home Need a Generator?
When you planning your new home, there are lots of things that you need to think about. There are the obvious ones like needing to consider the way that the rooms will be designed and the type of furniture that you want to include. But there are also the less obvious and sometimes, overlooked. For […]
How to Prepare for Emergencies in the Great Outdoors
No one wants to figure in a situation where the need to call for emergency help is necessary. But if you are a hiking novice or are a newcomer to the outdoors, it’s vital that you are equipped for such a scenario.
Sectional Sofa – 5 Important Things You Need to Know Before You Buying Them
Furniture manufacturers offer sectional sofas in a variety of modules. This allows for customization well beyond a simple sofa with an attached chaise. In fact, buyers today can create custom configurations for specific spaces and activities! So it can be tricky. “Shopping for a sectional sofa isn’t like shopping for a simple chair, when an […]
Le Poulailler
Quebec, Canada – eba architecture Built Area: 130.53 m2Year Built: 2017Photographs: Joël Gingras/Apy-D Le Poulailler House is an addition project to an existing brick building that’s been on the site for at least a hundred years. The architect was careful to preserve the old structure as it introduces a new one. The result is a […]
L House
La Costa Partido, Argentina – Estudio PKa Built Area: 175.0 sqmYear Built: 2014Photographs: Alejandro Peral L House derives its name from its shape – an L-shaped structure that offers the best of both worlds. It sits in an area surrounded by evergreen trees and shrubs with the sound of the sea in the background. The house was […]
Water Street
Tucson, United States – Rob Paulus Architects Built Area: 160.0 m2Year Built: 2012Photographs: Liam Frederick Water Street is an addition project to an existing bungalow. The original structure sits on a long plot of land. In order to maximize space, a master suite was added, along with a new guest house. The latest addition […]
Coronet
Melbourne, Australia – Jos Tan Architects Built Area: 35.0 m2Year Built: 2017Photographs: Tom Ross Coronet is a renovation and addition project to an existing home. The owner is an avid cook who wanted a multi-purpose space for cooking, entertaining, and dining. The said space, according to the brief, should open up to the backyard. […]
Randwick Pavilion
Sydney, Australia – MASQ Architecture Built Area: 90.0 m2Year Built: 2018Photographs: The Guthrie Project The brief for Randwick Pavilion required the addition of three spaces to an existing home. A living room, kitchen, and dining room were appended into the original structure. The design of the living room establishes an indoor-outdoor connection. […]
K2 House
Melbourne City, Australia – FMD Architects Built Area: 114.0 m2Year Built: 2017Photographs: Peter Bennetts Back in 2008, the architects have designed K2 House, a pad fit for a young bachelor. Nearly a decade later, the firm was tasked to make some changes to the design. The clients wanted to upgrade the house […]
Kutscherhaus
Vienna, Austria – smartvoll Area: 35.0 m2Year Built: 2017Photographs: Dimitar Gamizov Kutscherhaus is the result of a renovation project done to a space that once belonged to a coachman. It’s a small house located at the back of Vienna’s museumquartier and has existed for at least 100 years. The 35-square meter apartment has one […]
Chalet La Petite Soeur
Saint Donat, Canada – ACDF Architecture Area: 130.0 m2Year Built: 2018Photographs: Adrien Williams Chalet La Petite Soeur is an extension project to a rustic country cottage. It’s actually a modern structure that provides an interesting contrast to the old house. The newly-added building has a sharp gabled roof and reflects the dimensions of the […]
House T
Gamlitz, Austria – Atelier Ulrike Tinnacher Project Year: 2015 Area: 170.0 m2 Photographers: Simon Oberhofer House T sits in the expansive, rolling landscape of a peaceful Austrian vineyard. It is found on top of a hill, blending naturally with its surroundings. It’s where an old vintner’s house used to be. After being remodelled in 2015, […]
Mills House
Melbourne, Australia – Austin Maynard Architects Built area: 154.0 m2Year built: 2015Photographs: Peter Bennetts Studio Mills House is an extension project to an existing terrace house. The design focused on the needs of a mother and her young children. The architects preserved the façade of the original structure as well as the two front rooms. A […]
Armadale House
Melbourne, Australia – Robson Rak Architects, Made By Cohen Built area: 150.0 m2Year built: 2013Photographs: Shannon McGrath Armadale House is a renovation project on a small, dark, and old Victorian house. Today, there exists an open-plan kitchen, spacious living area, and connecting courtyard. The end result is a house that is stylish, bright, and airy. […]
Home for Life
Lystrup, Denmark – AART Architects Built area: 200.0 m2Year built: 2008 Home for Life is a residential structure that has net zero carbon footprint. It actively makes use of solar energy by producing solar heat and electricity. Combining form and function, the idea behind this architectural piece is something that greatly benefits the environment. The […]
12 Amazing Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are not simply irritating biting insects — they’re also carriers of numerous life-threatening diseases such as Malaria, West Nile Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, and Dengue fever. Like it or not, mozzies are always going to be around as they can breed in the smallest of containers and puddles. Personal repellents are good but the best solution is […]
Natural Solar Food Dehydrator: Money Saving 3-Step Project
Drying is a form of food preservation because by getting rid of moisture, you prevent bacteria from ruining your fruits and vegetables. It’s a great snack idea as well, especially for the kids! But electric dehydrators can be too energy-consuming as they run all day long. If you live in a tropical area or where […]
Brick House
Annandale, Australia – Bastian Architecture Built area: 79.0 m2Year built: 2015Photographs: Justin Aaron Brick House is a renovation and extension project of an old worker’s cottage. The old wall was made out of bricks. Because of this, the architects decided to use the same material throughout the house. The bricks used in the project were recycled […]