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Nori Architects uses simple finishes and exposed structure for minimalist home in Japan

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Tokyo-based Nori Architects responded with a compact two-storey home characterised by its exposed timber structure and simple interior and exterior finishes. We created a warm wood-filled space by eliminating interior finishes with exterior insulation, and exposing the wood structure, base, piping and wiring," said the practice.

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The Impact of Weather on Foundation Damage and Repair

The Architecture Designs

Foundations form the cornerstone of any building, providing the structural support it needs to stand strong. It means any issues with a foundation can have serious consequences – including potentially costly repairs. Weather is one of the key factors that can cause foundation damage and has a wide-reaching impact.

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Forge Craft uses "hammock" approach to create outdoor space for transitional apartments

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Called Zilker Studios, the structure includes 110 affordable apartments operated by local housing organisation Foundation Communities. Strategic window sizes were used to help make the building energy-efficient Beyond helping to finance the project, Foundation Communities has pledged to pay the energy bills for the building.

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Smart Inclinations: 8 Stunning Structures Shaped By Their Sloping Sites

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Floating buildings can be constructed on slopes either by using a taller foundation or supports. While mostly underground, a part of the structure rises above the terrain and features a glass wall that invites passersby to peek into the building and observe the activity taking place inside. when seen from certain angles.

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Albert Frey's all-metal 1930s Aluminaire House reassembled in Palm Springs

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A foundation that manages the house gifted it to the museum to be part of its permanent collection, moving it from a storage unit in New York to southern California. These support the cantilevered upper floors, running up through the structure and reappearing as columns supporting a shade structure on the canopy.

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Home, Floor, and Basement Construction: A Comprehensive Guide

The Architecture Designs

From laying the foundation to adding the finishing touches, every step requires careful planning, skilled labor, and attention to detail. This includes removing any vegetation, rocks, or debris and leveling the ground to create a stable foundation. Common types of foundations include slab, crawl space, and basement.

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Croxatto and Opazo Architects front Chilean holiday home with rotated terrace

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The house is located on a hilly site The first platform contains parking spaces, which are located on ground level and face the structure's concrete foundation. An exterior wooden staircase leads to a second platform that supports the house.

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