10 Innovative Architectural Trends For a Sustainable Lifestyle in 2022
Architects are constantly striving to update building designs to meet the demand for a more sustainable lifestyle while still adding functionality and comfort. Architectural trends continue to evolve and it’s no different in 2022 with the focus being on minimalism, sustainability and the use of eco-friendly materials. 1. Sustainable Architecture – Natural Living Eco-conscious homeowners are always looking for ways to build eco-friendly homes that work with nature – not against her! Sustainable architecture involves integrating the infrastructure with the natural environment...
Refresh Your Balcony in 10 Steps
If you’re fortunate enough to have a balcony, then you’re all too familiar with the joy of an intimate outdoor space, the primary use of which is to relax and enjoy the tranquility of the open air and sunlight. Unfortunately balconies can also become areas to avoid – dusty, dirty, and usually providing storage for the odd broken chair and dead plant. Now is the perfect time to reclaim your baclony and gain a place you can escape to on a...
Architectural Aspects to Help With Improving Your Property Valuation
The property market came to a grinding halt in the abysmal first quarter of 2020, but with the slow lifting of lockdown regulations, we are starting to see some movement as the beast awakens. Many homeowners who were considering selling their home can now gratefully pick up the reins. While the market may be a little sluggish for a few more months, many are interested in how to improve their property valuation. We obviously want to maximise the return on our...
Draft-Proof Windows and Doors For the Cosiest Winter Home
April is arguably one of the best months of the year in South Africa. Warm sunny days give way to fresh, cool evenings, and there are a bunch of holidays for us to enjoy a little time off to boot. Chances are, we’re not thinking about how to draft-proof our windows and doors in preparation for the icy fingers of winter. But those chilly days will come along with equally frosty nights and preparing now just makes sense. What can we do...
Building Or Renovating? Choosing The Right Architectural Glass Solutions Is The Secret To Success
Glass is a hugely popular material for architects, designers and clients when building or renovating. Not just for structural use, such as for facades, stairwells and windows, but also for balustrades, shower doors and more. There are many reasons why glass is so popular, and here are just a few: Light And Beauty Glass absorbs, transmits or refracts light. Its translucency and transparency make it an extraordinarily beautiful material to use. Glass transmits up to 80% of available light in both directions...