Sunday, 19 January 2025

Home & Design

Porch: The Friendliest Space of a Home

A recent study by Saber Grills LLC found that outdoor spaces have become the heart of the house and now, according to a professor at the Yale School of Architecture, the "Porch" is apparently the friendliest place of the house.

If Brazil’s Stadiums Became Affordable Housing Units

The Estadio do Maracana stadium in Rio De Janiero was roaring with German pride on the final day of the FIFA 2014. But now that the world’s most watched football event is over, what will become of these stadiums that accommodated thousands during the matches?

Lawn Painting: New Trend in the Californian Drought

In what we call a case of classic dilemma, Los Angeles city authorities have imposed fines of up to $500 on people who waste water. However, this same government is urging people to water their lawns appropriately or pay a fine of up to $500. But, the residents have now found a way of evading this dilemma. They are all dying their lawns green!

EDITOR'S PICKS

Bus Offers Mobile Showers to Homeless in San Francisco

Lava Mae, a non-profit organization operating in San Francisco, has found a new way to help the homeless - offer them free showers on the go.
By Rapti Gupta
More US Homeowners Planning Renovations in Next Six Months

A growing number of homeowners in the U.S. are planning on renovating their homes in the coming six months, a new Realtor.com survey has found.
By Rapti Gupta
Secret Rooms: The New Trend in Modern Homes

Secret rooms have become a growing trend among homeowners with many opting to install features like basement parking, playrooms behind book cases and wine cellar vaults. read on to discover some unique secret room trends taking over this housing season.
By Rapti Gupta
President Obama and Family to Return to Martha’s Vineyard for Vacation

U.S. President Barack Obama and his family will be spending their annual, two-week vacation in Martha's Vineyard and will be staying at a plush property located off North Road on the island.
By Rapti Gupta
‘Human’ App Draws City Maps Tracking Human Movement (VIDEO)

Several journey mapping apps like “Google Maps” and “MapQuest” offer interactive distance tracking and direction services, the new “Human” app, which is actually a fitness tracking app, has come up with interesting visuals of how cities would look if each person’s journey was tracked to make a map.
By Rapti Gupta
‘Damages’ Major Cause of Dispute between Landlords and Tenants in UK, Study

Damage caused to property is reportedly the major cause of dispute between landlords and tenants in the U.K., according to a survey conducted by the Online Letting Agents - a rental property website based in the U.K.
By Rapti Gupta
Justin Bieber is Partying in This Beverly Hills Condo!

Justin Bieber, the controversial pop heartthrob, is reportedly renting a pair of condos in Beverly Hills, according to several tabloids.
By Rapti Gupta
The Future from a Korean Architect’s Vantage Point

North Korea is famous for its secretive, conservative nature. Its formal attitude reflects in its architecture. Some might say that architects of the region lack taste. But, a new photo series will change the world's perception about architects of the region.
By Rapti Gupta
Dubai Building First Climate-Controlled City (VIDEO)

Dubai, the glitzy Emirati city, is planning on building the world's first climate-controlled city, the government announced over the weekend.
By Rapti Gupta
Visiting a Real, Glowing ‘House of Cards’ in Jerusalem (VIDEOs)

Kevin Spacey's character "Frank Underwood" may have a plan that could bring down the political system like a "House of Cards" in the eponymous series, but this one in Jerusalem isn't coming down that easy, literally!
By Rapti Gupta