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Metal Roofing Vs. Standing Seam Roofing: Which Is Better?

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When it comes to roofing, the list of materials you can construct it out of may seem endless. Two popular options are metal roofing and standing seam roofing. This article compares metal roofing vs. standing seam roofing to help you determine which is better for your home or building. What Is Metal Roofing?

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A Wall of Books Puts the Finishing Touch on This Rough-Hewn Backyard Home in Austin

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Crafted with double-width CMU exterior walls and inserted Douglas fir floor and roof structure, the entire residence was conceived with resilience in mind. Their vision was to create a modern house nestled in the backyard while preserving the charm of their existing 1940s, 850-square-foot Arts and Crafts bungalow.

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Ten houses that showcase Mexico's contemporary architecture

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That diversity is reflected in the country's thriving contemporary architecture scene, which draws on a number of materials and styles. This house, facing the Pacific Ocean in a beach village not far from the city of Zihuatanejo, is centred around a traditional palapa with a dried palm-thatched roof. Find out more about Casa Agua ›.

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Emil Eve Architects brightens London house with terracotta tile-clad extensions

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A window seat overlooks the garden At the end of the ground-floor extension, a sliding window designed to offer a contemporary twist on a traditional bay window is fitted with a large window seat.

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A Reflection of Minimalistic Contemporary Design

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A Reflection of Minimalistic Contemporary Design. Contemporary design is the most popular architectural style in today’s world, (21st century). This architectural style is based on contemporary architectural trends and can integrate a variety of architectural styles.

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Made in Mexico: 6 Captivating Contemporary Concrete Constructions

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This multi-residential project by Cherem Arquitectos on the outskirts of Mexico City is the contemporary equivalent of the traditional Mexican Hacienda. The project consists of a dozen flat roofed buildings interspersed by three main courtyards and large, lush gardens. By Cherem Arquitectos , Mexico. Photos by Enrique Macias Martinez.

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Estudio Atemporal tops Mexican holiday home with oversized gabled roof

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An oversized gabled roof sits atop this Mexican countryside home by local architecture studio Estudio Atemporal, creating a covered space that extends the living room outside. Estudio Atemporal added an oversized gabled roof to the holiday home. The home's public areas are within a double-height space formed by the angular roof.

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