The new Terna power station is an industrial architecture that merges into the unique historical and natural landscape of the island of Capri. Designed by the Italian studio Frigerio Design Group – winner of the international competition with restricted procedure…
This is a page turn. The apartment (the house), the one of the last twenty years, was full of memories and objects of memories. Memories have a specific place, inside each one (“nothing is lost, everything is transformed”). The house…
Nothing spells trouble for architects and engineers like a project that has gone over budget. It becomes even more of a nightmare for the building owner who has invested a lot on labor, materials and time.Regardless of the size and…
‘it is the least we could do: minimalism in an environment of expressionism’ —- Steve Whitford (Partner) hybrid typology In China, the perimeter block typology doesn’t usually return the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) necessary to satisfy inner urban densities. This…
Plumbing problems come in all types and sizes. They could be relatively minor and inexpensive issues such as running toilets and leaking faucets, or far more serious ones like blocked sewer systems and major pipe leakages. These problems are never…
In theory, you can start working in the construction industry without any experience. Still, you won’t get very far without an apprenticeship or credentials. Certifications are considered proof of someone’s qualifications and their quality of work. Some certifications are essential…
When you have a crawl space under your home, it is important to remember the extra responsibility you have in terms of looking after this area of the home. Many people who have crawl spaces let them fall into a…
In its design, the new building complements the orientation of a company that is transforming itself from an oil trader to a provider of green energy. Together with the park, it is designed as a comprehensive arrangement of the area…
Maintaining your guttering system is a necessary part of homeownership that is often overlooked by busy people. The problem with neglecting it is that it can cause long-term issues like clogged drains, blocked water flow, puddles on the ground below,…
Roofs are an essential factor in every home as they are the first impressions that people get about any home. Exposure to different damaging stimuli like harsh weather conditions, including high-velocity winds, renders the roofs vulnerable to tear and wear.…
