The Transatron Project by Patrick Buckle
Having purchased a small vacant block of land I was keen to find an affordable and comfortable solution to make use of the beautiful mountain location and escape the city for weekends and holidays. After a career of building things to be delivered quickly and efficiently in theatre, I began a search for compact and […]
Breakthrough Creates a Cooler Metal Roof Than the Surrounding Air!
One of the really big myths is that metal roofs make a house hotter than other roof types. Anyone who has spent time on a tile roof knows that every roof – with the exception of thatched and green roofs, gets hellishly hot. And that heat radiates straight into your roof space and then continues into […]
Leaf House – Indigenous ingenuity
Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro – Mareines + Patalano Bamboo, local timbers, copper, massive beams spanning 20 metres and one of the world’s greatest harbours, help to make this a truly unique home. The design drew inspiration from indigenous Brazilian architecture to use natural ventilation to manage the hot and humid climate. Notes from […]
10 Popular Unique Sinks for Interesting Bathroom Designs
Sinks or washbasins are an indispensable appliances in every home. We use it for sanitation purposes like washing our hands and face, brushing our teeth, washing vegetables and kitchen utensils, and a lot more. But aside from this, unique sinks can also be used for another purpose. And that is to make our homes aesthetically more interesting! Sinks […]
Kitchen Island With Built-In Seating: 4 Strong Advantages
Kitchen island with built-in seats! It is a great option if you are into breakfast nooks but your kitchen layout cannot accommodate the usual design for it—built in a corner, adjacent to a wall… This island does require a good amount of space, but it is a clever design for several reasons. First, it is space-efficient since you get […]
8 Creative Fence Decoration Ideas
How does your backyard look right now? Is it ready for your summer cookouts and get-togethers? When it comes to fence decoration, you want to choose a style that fits you. Fence decoration can come in many different materials including metal, wood, and vinyl. Consider what material suits your home and what fits your personality. Different […]
Top 7 Amazing Tiled Staircases: Stunning Steps for Your Home
There are parts of the house that are just functional and little attention to aesthetics are given to them. The staircases are often one of those. If you are contemplating a remodeling project on your house, you might be pondering sprucing up your staircase. Whether it is time to update the wooden panels, or simply […]
4 Beautiful Attic Design Ideas For Your Own Home
Got an attic? Attics are usually used for storage. It is usually the space in a building, usually above the main ceiling, with access from an opening in the roof. It is to store items out of living spaces. It’s usually a space in a home above the living area, often accessible only by a […]
Timberecrete: Not Just Another Brick On The Wall…
Climate change is real. Our world is getting warmer. It’s happening and it’s not going away unless we actually live the advocacy for a greener and sustainable environment. And just like what we value most in our lives, care for the environment starts at home, literally. Is your home green? We’re not talking about the color […]
Amazing Tiny House on Wheels: 6 Dream Features
Living in a tiny house on wheels may mean a simpler life in general, but that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to all luxuries! You can still enjoy many of the same amenities as those in a larger home, just on a smaller scale. For example, you can still have a comfortable bed […]
6 Unique Puzzle Floor Ideas: Creative Flooring Designs
Puzzle flooring is usually not a design focus when it comes to home and interior design. It may even be just an afterthought in most cases, but the designers of these puzzle floor coverings obviously think otherwise! To them, a floor is not just a surface that people walk on – it can be a major design […]
Awesome Stairs With Slides!
Stairs design can be a tricky thing to get right, but when done correctly it can really add to the look and feel of a home. There are a few things to keep in mind when designing stairs, such as making sure they are the right width and making sure they are not too steep. […]
6 Awesome Art of Wood Stacking
Love campfires? You must have a pile of firewood or a huge log outside., but is your firewood holder/rack enough to hold them? Then you might have simply stacked them in one corner of your yard. But there’s a lot more you can do with a heap of wood! Wood stacking is a lot like putting together […]
Building an Indoor to Outdoor Space
When it comes to creating a home, one of the most loved trends of the moment is to bring the outdoors in. This sounds simple enough, but in order to really effectively achieve this you have to make sure both your indoor and outdoor spaces are cohesive and blend into one, so much so that […]
Privacy Screen Ideas for Your Outdoor Area
Think your outdoor living area needs a little more privacy? Then here are some great DIY ideas that can isolate your space, yet still, allow for the enjoyment of the outdoors! Spending some time to unwind on a well-decorated and furnished yard or patio can be the next best thing to going on a weekend beach getaway — especially […]
Ultimate Timber Countertop Guide: 4 Important Factors
A cabin or a rustic-designed house is not complete without a rustic kitchen countertop. If you’re (re)designing your home or kitchen for a rustic look, don’t forget t considers this Rustic Timber Countertop’s wonderful inspiration! The kitchen is one of the busiest and most used areas in any house. But many homeowners don’t give much thought to their […]
Unique Tree Stump And Log Furniture: 5 Environment Impact
What makes these pieces of furniture astonishing is that it takes great woodworking skills and talent to make one! Agree? Tree stump and log furniture are such examples. If you really want to have an impressive outdoor area, this is the kind of furniture you should be aiming for. Just by looking at each of these tree stumps […]
Massive Cinder Block Pit Smoker For $250
I have always wanted to try barbecuing food in a block pit smoker. I had seen them before but never had the opportunity to use them. Since my last yard task entailed re-stacking all the concrete blocks in my brick pile, I decided to seize the opportunity and re-stacked the blocks in the shape of […]
Fiery Tandoor Oven: Fun Cultural Cooking in 8 Steps
Tandoori cooking is one of the world’s favorites. Although most of us think of Tandoori foods as being Indian (think Tandoori Chicken with the freshest Naan bread), it’s a style used from the Caucasus, down through Turkey and the Middle East right through to South Asia. The secret to Tandoors is the very high temperatures achieved. […]
Wonderful People Who Did Everything to Save Trees During Home Construction
These wonderful people did everything to save trees during home construction instead of cutting them off. You can almost see it for real – your dream home all detailed and built in your mind. You have also bought that perfect land property you’ve been looking for! But there’s just one, not-so-little problem. There’s a tree […]
Is a Modular Home in Your Future?
The Australian construction industry is worth around $150 billion annually yet modular housing makes up less than 3% of that figure. In direct contrast, more than 70% of all new housing in Sweden is modular! Is it possible the Swedes know something that Australians don’t? There’s no question that Sweden has a much colder climate than Australia. […]
Charming Crocheted Hammock: Stylish Bedding in 8 Steps
Want a hammock for your porch, but can’t find one that suits your taste? Why not make your own? An outdoor area is never complete without a place to sit and relax. A hammock is one of your best options. It’s a great place to relax and take a nap. Installing a hammock doesn’t require […]
Homemade Citronella Candles: 4 Steps to Repel Mosquitos
It’s a beautiful, balmy night. You decide to sit out and do a little star gazing. Wonderful… until the mosquitoes find you! Human skin is a myriad jumble of fragrances. The bacteria living on our skin emit more than 200 odour chemicals. Mosquitoes are drawn to those odours. That’s why they swarm your barbecues and evening porch-sitting, […]
Must-See Colorful Balcony Gardens
Aah, don’t these balcony gardens make you wish you had one at home? Beautiful balcony gardens are not just for mansions — as long as you have a balcony, it’s possible! In fact, some people without balconies simply hang planter boxes near their windows to develop a similar-looking feature for their homes. If you’re looking to […]