In 2018, 13,900 homes were destroyed by fires in Northern California. In October, the powerful category five Hurricane Michael devastated the panhandle of Florida, causing over $25 billion dollars in damage. These are just two of the numerous disasters that can and do strike the country in...
More often than not, the process of creating presentations for architecture can be quite time consuming. The process not only involves preparing rendered images but also includes the dilemma about what to show in a project and which camera angles are important for the specific...
The architecture of recent luxury property development can be summed up as calm, cool, and crafted. Homeowners are increasingly looking for sophisticated, clean-lined designs and open floor plans which emphasize functionality. Additionally, luxury real-estate is also taking a turn toward building in industrial neighborhoods and incorporating sleek, geometric designs,...
There is always more to windows than to improve the usability and efficiency your home. Installing windows is the perfect way to increase your curb appeal. There are many different types of windows that you use in the construction of your house. The main purpose...
Love is the feeling which helps us live and sometimes even survive (depending on the circumstances). Besides, love is a force that makes you accomplish feats. Now, we have lots of examples proving that love can sometimes dictate how architecture is made. Here are some...
Many times there is a dilemma when choosing the type of windows and doors for your home. The argument between aluminum and steel doors and windows has become a choice that architects have to grapple with in their day to day. In collaboration with Portella,...
A home renovation is an exciting prospect, but it can also be an intimidating one. If you’re considering remodeling your home, you’re not alone. From 2013 to 2018, remodeling in the U.S. industry has grown by 6.4%, and reached revenue of $99 billion in 2018....
58% of U.S. homeowners told a 2018 Chubb survey that they “definitely” or “probably” would renovate their homes during the proceeding 12 months. One of the most popular projects selected is an extension to the home. This is because older homes, such as those built in the...
Home restorations are huge projects. But restoring a historical home? That’s an entirely different playing field. Restoring a historical home might be a passion project for some, but for other homeowners, it’s an investment that can increase the home’s value for when it’s time to...
When influential British-Iraqi architect Dame Zaha Hadid tragically passed away in 2016, she left behind an impressive legacy of breathtaking buildings. Renowned throughout the commentary art and architecture scene as “the Queen of the curve,” Hadid’s trademark-liberated design can be seen in the likes of China’s...
Not many buildings make bolder impressions than major casino resorts. Given that the whole point of a casino, to some extent, is to attract attention, it should come as no surprise that the companies behind them tend to pour money into inventive, noticeable designs. And...
Every year, MIT's Solve takes the initiative to every professional, and student round the world to provide a solution to some of the most painstaking challenges the planet faces today. This year, the challenge is provide solutions on four world issues. The due date for...
GBB Consulting Services is hosting The Real Estate Development Summit 2018- East Africa Edition that is taking place in Nairobi, Kenya on the 29th June at the Radisson Blu-Upper Hills. The RED Summit-2018 is the ideal format for uniting Regional Institutional Investors, International Fund Managers and...
Stefano Boeri pioneered in creating vertical forests in urban areas with the aim of combining sustainable housing and reduction of air & noise pollution. Trees and plants have many benefits to this planet and their usefulness has not gone unnoticed among architects that incorporate living things in...
Prague Castle is one of the oldest and most popular tourist attractions in the capital of the Czech Republic. It's an impressive architectural marvel with a total area of 753,474 square feet. This has earned the castle a place in the Guinness Book of World...
On Sunday 4th February 2018, the attention of the NFL and sports fans the world over will be trained on the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The new home of the Minnesota Vikings, this multi-billion dollar build was first opened to great interest in 2016. The...
Technology has enabled us to automate numerous aspects in business. Now, we can enjoy that within the four walls of our homes. Technology is allowing homeowners to run, manage and monitor their homes through their smart phones. Such homes are known as automated or smart...