Log Cabin Construction Tips and Tricks for a Sturdy Build
Dreaming of a snug log cabin in the woods? You’re not alone! Log cabins, the OG in cozy living, have been a go-to for homes and vacay spots for ages. But, let’s be real – turning that dream into reality? A bit of a rollercoaster! From picking materials to nailing a rock-solid foundation, building a […]
VV Residence
Naranjo de Alajuela, Costa Rica – 10˚84˚ Arquitectura Built Area: 188.0 m2Year Built: 2017Photographs: Adrián Aguilar González VV Residence’s design fully integrates the surrounding landscape – a gorgeous vista of lush greenery and nature. The architects employed passive design strategies, resulting in a well-functioning hygrothermal home. As a result, there’s optimal movement […]
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 […]
Garður Landhouse
Reykjavik, Iceland – Studio Granda Project Year: 2014 Area: 68.4 m2 Garður Landhouse is what a traditional Icelandic turf house would look like in contemporary form. It is insulated by nature as it stands enveloped by grass-covered earth. It looks as if it was carved right into a hill mound. Its walls are covered […]
D House
Hoàng Mai, Vietnam – ARO Studio Project Year: 2018 Area: 178.0 m2 The success of a good house design depends on how well it meets the needs of the homeowner. In this project, the architects have recognized the issues brought about by rapid urbanization. Major concerns were the lack of green spaces and an increase […]
Casa Tierra: House Cave
Cordoba, Spain – UMMO Estudio Project Year : 2012Developed Area : 104.0 m2Photographs : David Vico If you think humans gave up cave dwelling millennia ago, think again. There are a few wonderful example of cave homes around the world. This one offers all the amenities that make up a modern home […]
Refuge in Malalcahuello
Malalcahuello Chile – mc2 Arquitectos Built area: 50 m2Construction materials: Pine and glassYear Built: 2013 A wall of glass and the soft hues of natural pine combine to create glowing visual and physical warmth in the midst of snow! Situated in the ski resort area of Corralco, the massive […]
Bamboo Brilliance – Wind and Water Cafe
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The Interesting 20 Acres Green School of Bali
Bali, Indonesia – John and Cynthia Hardy Builders: PT Bambu The Green School of Bali, Indonesia. Rainforests continue to disappear at an alarming rate. Environmentalists and designers, John and Cynthia Hardy have experienced the loss and degradation firsthand in their adopted home, Bali. The Hardys wanted to motivate communities to live sustainably, thereby protecting those forests. Building sustainably […]