The prolific Zaha Hadid Architects have prepared a treat for every architecture maven, the ZHA UNBUILT exhibition hosted at the ZAHA HADID DESIGN Gallery in London. The series of exhibitions selecting a projects of unrealised designs showcasing Zaha Hadid Architects’ impressive design and architecture innovation. This current focuses on Zaha Hadid ARCHITECTS’s new design concepts which come from the […] More
We tend to focus on home improvements and functional modifications when trying to boost the value of our properties. These tried and tested approaches are often linked to the ability to sell a property at a higher value than the market average. Don’t get me wrong; certain home improvements can indeed boost the value of […] More
We’re almost halfway through the year, and if you haven’t already considered the ways you can upgrade your home and increase property value, you may be missing out something important on the real estate market. Not all upgrades were created equal, and determining which home improvements add to home value and which don’t is a […] More
There was a time when designers had to choose between nylon carpets in varying shades of grey or utilitarian concrete. Options were limited and unless it was a high-end design, expensive materials such as marble or granite were off the menu. Today, the situation is very different. Modern commercial interior designers are spoilt for choice. […] More
As a homeowner, you will want to go to great lengths to ensure that your home is absolutely perfect. Of course, all homeowners are unique and their specific preferences will vary wildly. Depending on your unique personality, you may want to create an environment that is calm and relaxing. Or perhaps you’re interested in creating a […] More
Introducing bright interiors into your living space is relatively easy to do and can have dramatic transformational effects on your quality of life. Take a look at any design portfolio or magazine and you’ll come up with some great hints and tips. Choosing a colour scheme The hardest aspect of home design is probably deciding […] More
You’ve decided that some work needs to be done around the house, and it’s time to do the pre-planning. Starting a renovation project without planning is just asking for trouble. So where do you begin? Of course, you want to have phone numbers on hand for an emergency electrician or plumber, in case things don’t […] More
This past winter was relatively mild across the continental United States. There were a few days where certain areas of the country experienced cold, snowy weather. However, the majority of winter was among the warmest on record. The weather inspired many homeowners around the country to install solar panels, but this interest in solar panel […] More
Outdoor lighting in the hands of an expert can do wonders for your landscape when the sun goes down. It could be the reason why cars passing by actually stop to take a look at your house in admiration. However, it needs to be done right to produce such an effect and here are a […] More
Traditionally, home design was centered on aesthetics with a bit of functionality thrown into the mix as an extra selling point, but the trend has reversed itself in modern architecture. Today’s homeowner wants all the technology available to make life easier, but with a bit of beauty thrown in for that added appeal and comfort. […] More
The Black Box House, designed for an international fashion buyer and his family of four, sits in a hilly suburban residential district with detached houses, about 15 miles west of Tokyo. The elevated 1,862 sqft/173 sqm corner lot is surrounded by light colored stucco houses with roadside windows covered by curtains which are a common […] More
Indoor, outdoor and decorative lighting specialist, Festive Lights, has created an informative video showing the progress of lighting through time. Starting at the very beginning, with the sun and fire as necessities to light our way through the day time and dark nights, the video tracks the history of mankind’s journey Out of the Dark, […] More