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Oslo Works perches The Hotspot sauna on coast of Norway

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It is the latest addition to the growing number of communal saunas in the region, which Oslo Works said are typically created by local communities coming together to finance and build them. People are putting their forces together in order to finance, build and share hothouse all along the shore."

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A4 Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units in RI

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The fact that the country was in the midst of the Great Depression and there were essentially no zoning regulations further facilitated the break-up of larger houses into apartments and ADUs. Local zoning regulations often lacked clear guidelines, created uncertainty for homeowners and hindered potential ADU development.

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GBBN creates set of housing blocks that reinterpret historic fabric of Cincinnati

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Depending on the unit, tenants enjoy views of the city skyline, civic events, the mural, or the rolling hills beyond the downtown basin." The team selected red brick for all of the facades to draw on Cincinnati's masonry vernacular and to highlight both the commonalities and differences between the structures.

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The "miracle" of Taiwan's luxury social housing

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Photo by Ethan Lee Meanwhile, a US-style housing voucher system intended to help the poorest households rent privately is beset by discrimination from loosely regulated landlords. In line with need, the capital, Taipei, has the highest concentration of social housing constructed so far, followed by Taiwan's other major cities.

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Federal and provincial housing supply efforts shouldn’t jeopardize affordability and climate resilience.

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In jurisdictions where the building code regulates different energy efficiency levels or tiers, industry has demonstrated its ability to adapt and respond and most times build better than code minimums. Cities and municipalities of all sizes need more tools in their toolbox, not fewer, along with a collaborative approach.

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5 Tips to Find The Best Rental Property In London

The Architecture Designs

Finding the ideal rental property in the bustling city of London can be quite an adventure. Seek Professional Assistance source: pinterest.com London is a vast city, teeming with rental options that can potentially overwhelm you. Yet, there may be times when you face the trouble of making a budget and managing finances.

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Sustainable architecture efforts hindered by "sloppiness" says UN climate ambassador

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Although she concedes that much of the necessary climate action will have to come in the form of regulation and financial incentives, El Battouty says that architects should lead by example to show governments that decarbonisation is doable. Cities are not working very well anymore anywhere around the world when it comes to climate change.