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Hidden Roof House Designs

Hidden Roof House Designs The hidden roof design is one out of many roofing designs. Before it was limited to luxury apartments and high-cost residencies. Today the hidden roof which is also called a secret roof is now a common sight. In this roofing design, the pitch of the roof is at an angle below 10 degrees and is hidden out of sight by short walls. You might be wondering how the roof drains, well...

Flat Roof House Designs

Flat Roof House Designs Never take comfort in the ordinary. Flat roofs once upon a time were common on commercial properties but change is the only currency the world understands. Things indeed have changed.  There are several things to consider when choosing a flat roof, such as the materials, weather, and maintenance. Flat roofs designs are an aesthetically interesting and energy-efficient...

Kitchen Designs

Kitchen Designs For most people, the kitchen is the most important room in the house. This is where nourishing food will be made. Gone are the days when kitchens were spaces reserved for women, today even men enjoy spending time preparing delicious meals. The kitchen is usually a hive of activities and this is why it is important to consider all these activities when settling for a design and it matters...

5 reasons why brick is a smart design choice

5 reasons why brick is a smart design choice

Houses built with bricks convey calm and quiet. They also have an ageless appeal. With bricks having various colours and shapes, a house made of bricks can look sophisticated and modern. Or you can go for a classic design with the rustic and earthy clay bricks. Indeed, you have many options if you have decided to use bricks in constructing your new home. Here are 5 reasons why brick is a smart design...

Considerations when building a shipping container home

Considerations when building a shipping container home

Shipping containers serve an important role in the global economy. They're big and strong enough to convey cargo consistently, yet small and light enough to be moved by cranes and forklifts. Over the years, though, a problem arose: an oversupply of used containers. Innovative architects spotted an eco-friendly opportunity where others saw a challenge. Designers have been reusing containers into a variety...

What you need to know about surveyors and land surveys

What you need to know about surveyors and land surveys

Before purchasing or selling land, you should have a professional carry out a survey of the area. A land survey tells you a lot about the property. Without a land survey, you can’t make informed decisions that will help you understand what the property offers and its full value. In this article, we’ll discuss what you need to know about surveyors and land surveys. What you need to know about surveyors...

Characteristics of modern architecture

Characteristics of modern architecture

Architecture comes in a variety of styles, each with its own set of qualities. This blog post discusses the characteristics of modern architecture and how to recognise modern structures. What is modern architecture? Modern architecture is a type of construction that prioritises function and a clean aesthetic over adornment. Thus, this design concept differs from more ornate and elaborate decorated home...

5 reasons to use wood as a building material

5 reasons to use wood as a building material

Wood construction has been widely used in the United States of America and most parts of Europe for centuries now. Even after other seemingly more advanced materials such as vinyl, steel, and brick were discovered, wood has remained the most preferred feature for housing construction across the world. Most homeowners prefer wood as a construction material because it is the most inexpensive material. Others...

The advantages and disadvantages of eco-bricks

The advantages and disadvantages of eco-bricks

Do you know that plastic is the biggest culprit when it comes to waste production? In fact, we throw away more plastic than any other material. Not only that, but plastic makes up around 90% of all waste that floats around in our seas and oceans. Around the world, people are coming up with creative ways to tackle the plastic waste problem. One of the simplest and most creative ways of repurposing plastic...

Different Types of Tiles For Modern Constructions

Different Types of Tiles For Modern Constructions

In this modern era, a lot of things make a perfect house. However, some items tend to stand out more than others due to the constant use that people put them to. Constructing a house or any other type of modern building, one has to complete with the finishing, and this is where the full constructions’ personality comes to life. In this modern era, tiles are a great element in finishing buildings, and...

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