General Architecture & Building

Are Eco Building Products The Way Forward?

Apr 02, 2013 No Comments

There has been a lot of emphasis recently on the ways we can all do our bit for the environment, whilst saving a few pennies here and there too. Eco building materials aren’t exactly anything new on the market but they have been growing in popularity over the last year or so. Are they the [...]

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Home repairs that need to be undertaken post winter

Feb 13, 2013 No Comments

Winter is the harshest of all climates as it can affect each and every part of the home. The dropping temperature, chilly breeze and thick layers of snow can bring about serious damages to the house. Here is a checklist of repair that needs to be undertaken once spring sets in. Driveway: Due to continuous [...]

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Top Considerations for Your Swimming Pool

Jan 16, 2013 No Comments

Getting a pool for your garden is a highly exciting experience and something that most of us will get extremely enthusiastic about. The idea of having your own pool in which to get fit, play games and do much more in is something that can be highly appealing and which can make any of us [...]

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How to build a cement-free patio

Dec 04, 2012 No Comments

If you’re starting to think about building a new patio, the first thing that might come to mind is cement. To be precise, you may be worrying about how difficult it can be to work with cement. First you have to make sure you’ve selected exactly the right spot for your patio; after all, a [...]

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London Basements are a Trendy Option for Luxurious Home Extensions

Aug 10, 2012 No Comments

Many luxury homeowners in London seem to have not been affected by the recent property slump, and are instead spending their pounds on lavish home extensions. However, the city of London is equally known for its lack of prime residential space as it is for its lavish homes, therefore London basement conversions are becoming an [...]

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Choosing a Boiler, Types of UK Boilers

Jul 23, 2010 1 Comment

A boiler is a closed cylindrical container in which water is heated. The heated  fluid exits the boiler for use in heating applications. There are 3 general types of boilers Regular boiler Regular boilers heat your central heating system directly and produce heated water for your cylinder. An usual regular boiler system incorporates a boiler, [...]

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How to Find the Right Plans For Your Budget and Style, House Plans

Jul 13, 2010 No Comments

Finding a suitable set of house plans can be a long and expensive process. First of all, the selection of the architect can be enough to frustrate a new home owner from the get go. Creating house plans that incorporate a variety of different factors including the actual land restrictions, the homeowners living considerations and [...]

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40+ Home Decoration Websites for Inspiration

Jul 07, 2010 2 Comments

If you are embarking on a building or decorating project at home, the best place to start is to look for inspiration. With thousands of websites available, we have compiled the best resources for your building or decorating project to find the right motif for your home. Housetohome.co.uk Over 4500 rooms to inspire you full [...]

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LG electronics: solar hybrid air conditioner

Jun 21, 2010 No Comments

LG electronics announced  the debut of the first eco-friendly solar hybrid air conditioner in Korea. This new product provides up to 70 watts of power per hour via  solar cell modules attached to the top of this outdoor unit. According to the korean manufacturer, this new hybrid system is capable of reducing around 212kg of [...]

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Architect career information

May 21, 2010 No Comments

Architects design new buildings and the spaces in and around them and supervise their construction. They also help with the conservation, restoration and re-use of existing buildings.

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A touch of refurnishing goes a long way

May 14, 2010 No Comments

You may think this is a boring post. Oh well, it is late at night and I enjoyed this website called ashleyfurniture.com so here goes. This is an American company which has a great furniture range and is worth a mention. Here are some images from their website. Chairs and ottomans Choose the best style [...]

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