The notion of installing insulation on the outside of a basement wall scores of benefits. The first one is that it does minimize thermal bridging and also diminishes heat loss by means of the foundation. Again while on one hand it plays a great role in protecting damp proofing coating from harm at some stage [...]
Tire house construction originated from Michael Reynolds who pioneered the Earthship concept. This idea is highly ecological as it uses several concepts like reuse of greywater, indoor gardening, water catchment from the roof, composting toilets etc. These houses are very comfortable to live and are also low maintenance. Being extremely eco friendly, their carbon footprint [...]
Your home is incomplete without a warm home décor. Essentials of designing your home largely depend on your taste and budget. You may not follow current trends but bring in certain changes that may make your old interiors look like a million bucks. You may consult an interior designer for a suave job or dabble [...]
Base isolation is one device that is constantly used for earthquake protection. By base isolation we mean an assortment of structural elements of a building that help in maintaining integrity and protects the building during earthquakes. In other words it is a form of ‘seismic vibration control’ technology that may be used in already existing [...]
Earth bag constructions are one of the best environment friendly constructions that are even resistant to natural calamities. This is why military forces have used this construction method for erecting stronger barriers in no time and also for controlling flood. Various types of bags were used for this purpose, right from burlap bags to polypropylene [...]
High thermal mass helps to keep your home comfortable in any climate all through the year. This is possible due to certain material’s thermal mass that allows absorbing the heat during cooler days and radiating heat after temperature drops. Similarly, they also help in cooling the surroundings as long as the local air temperature is [...]
Duplex homes are houses where two families live under one roof and share a common wall but with no compromise on their privacy and comfort. These kinds of homes are preferred in the US as they are easily affordable. You may avail a duplex from architects who are expert in making such plans for a [...]