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Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials

Aric Gitomer Architect

Every homeowner must replace their roof shingles at some point. Roofs are the “guardians” of your home. Their primary job to withstand harsh weather makes it necessary for you to select a high-quality roof for your home. Selecting the right kind of roof in the present could save you money in the long term. How to Proceed.

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Hewitt creates residential tower in Seattle informed by stack of magazines

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Local architecture studio Hewitt has unveiled the 33-storey-high Skyglass residential block in downtown Seattle , which was informed by an offset stack of magazines. The tower rises from a brick-clad base "I looked at the profile and stopped seeing a lot of floorplates twisting but just saw a basic shift," said Nagele. "I

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StudioAC plays with gabled forms for an ‘unapologetically contemporary’ Toronto home

Archinect

Toronto-based Studio AC has offered a look inside their “unapologetically” residential scheme in the Canadian city. The three-story home reads as a series of stacked boxes from the outside with echoes of traditional residential forms.

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The DHaus Company revamps London house with butterfly-roof extension

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An inverted-pitch roof and angular brick cladding characterise the Butterfly House extension, which architecture studio The DHaus Company has added to a terraced home in north London. It is distinguished by its inverted-pitched roof, or butterfly roof, which references the surrounding 19th-century architecture and inspired the project's name.

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Five luxury residential projects designed by luxury car brands

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Last month Bugatti unveiled its first residential development in Dubai. Each of the residential buildings has uniquely car-centric details that place the residents' prized vehicles at centre stage, including bespoke garages and car elevators. Here are five houses and skyscrapers designed by car companies.

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Navigating the Roofing Industry: How Roofing Contractors Ensure Long-lasting Protection

The Architecture Designs

The roof is one of the most crucial components of any building, providing protection against the elements and ensuring the safety and comfort of its occupants. Whether it’s a residential property or a commercial establishment, a sturdy and well-maintained roof is essential for long-lasting protection.

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Odile Decq builds all-glass Maison de Verre for client with vision loss

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Architect Odile Decq has completed a house in France with walls of translucent glass, to create the optimal lighting conditions for a client with vision impairment. The tilted shape allowed for the optimisation of the orientation of the glazed surfaces on the roof," she explained. The photography is by Philippe Ruault.

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