We begin building an underground house that blends primitive construction methods with a sleek, modern-style roof. This first part focuses on digging and shaping the foundation using only natural ...

If you’re ready to renovate your home, consider starting from the outside with an update that everyone will see: a new roof. While many people think of a roof in terms of its function, it’s important ...

These simple but elegant gambrel roof structures have been popular on hay barns for many years. There's no reason, though, why the classic gambrel cannot be used on other kinds of structures (such as ...

CAIRNS, Australia, Oct. 13 (UPI) --Roof design used to be rather simple and uniform. Today, houses boast an array of complex roof shapes. Recently, a pair of researchers in Australia decided to see ...

Carpeting doesn’t line up well with contemporary styles, and while rugs are used, they’re often used as accent patterns or colors. (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Wanting a home that looks stylish and ...

The structural integrity and long-term performance of a building often depend on small, high-altitude components that are frequently overlooked by the casual observer. In a detailed industry analysis, ...

Interestingly, Dutch Colonial Revival style didn’t get its name directly from Holland or even Colonial architecture. Instead, it refers to the 17th-century Dutch colonists who settled in coastal New ...

Glazing Vision is a manufacturer of architectural glass skylights engineered to enhance spaces through natural light and minimalist design. The Sliding Over Roof Skylight from Glazing Vision was used ...

Opting for a flat roof extension idea not only gives you lots of scope to be adventurous with your design, but can also save you money compared to pitched roof designs, especially if you opt for a ...