There is no denying it: we are in a global housing crisis, and traditional home-building methods are not going to solve it. The poor and homeless of course are the most affected by this lack of affordable housing. There have been several solutions involving tiny homes and community projects, however, one is proving that it...
Customize Your Space on a Budget Renting a home can sometimes feel limiting when it comes to decorating. While landlords often prohibit permanent changes, that doesn’t mean you can’t create a space that feels uniquely “you.” With a little creativity and some renter-friendly design ideas, You can transform your rental into a cozy, inviting space...
Renovating Does Not Have to Be a Hassle Upgrading your living spaces doesn’t have to mean taking out a loan or hiring an expensive contractor. With some creativity and elbow grease, you can achieve a stunning transformation yourself. These simple tricks are all about enhancing the look and functionality of your space without doing any...
With the growing price of real estate, it should come as no surprise to anyone that people are looking toward sustainable and unique places of residence. One simply has to look at the rise in homes that have been converted from tiny homes, buses, and shipping containers. Interestingly, all the options allow for a far...
Nestled in Hocking Hills, Ohio, the Dunlap Hollow Cave offers a unique, eco-friendly getaway where nature meets luxury.1 This innovative house, a labor of love by owners Bryant and Amy Gingerich, combines decadent decor and modern amenities for a one-of-a-kind experience. Building a house inside a natural cave comes with its share of challenges. The...
Old homes can be beautiful, charming, whimsical, and in some cases, kind of spooky. In short, they have a lot of character. If you’ve ever been inside an old home, maybe your grandparents’ house, you may have noticed some things inside them that are confusing. There are some old home features that many of us...
Experts are warning households about the potential risks of a tiny silver insect known as the silverfish. Although small in size, this unassuming creature could pose significant challenges if overlooked. Resembling a teardrop in shape, these bugs are generally harmless to humans and do not directly cause damage to your home. Silverfish derive their name...
Would you ever consider living in a cave? In the present era, individuals are dwelling in various unconventional residences, ranging from school buses, and sheds to vans. Grant Johnson, a man who opted for such a lifestyle, crafted an astonishing off-the-grid desert home, spanning over 5000 square feet. The residence showcases remarkable craftsmanship, a music...
1776 Gastonia, a new 55+ housing development located in Gastonia, North Carolina, is set to make a unique requirement for its homeowners: flying the American flag outside their homes at all times.1 As the founder of Great American Homes, Brock Fankhauser sees 1776 Gastonia as a community that places the American dream at its core....
The wondrous thing about the modern age is the many inventions that keep coming up. They make life so much easier, not to mention more affordable. One of these great inventions follows in line with the tiny house movement. You can now build a house with all the modern amenities for a fraction of the...
What’s your dream house like? If you were allowed to choose a home that would be paid for in full, what exactly would you go for? How big would you want it to be? How many rooms would you love to have, and how would you decorate the interior? More importantly, where do you want...
From green infrastructure to tiny houses, architects and designers are reinventing the definition of a home. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, people are creating shipping container homes. There are about 14 million containers ‘out-of-service’ in the world, and people are using them as building blocks to create houses, cabins, offices, and...