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Back to Basics: Bioclimatic Design, Learning from History to Build For The Future

Architizer

Many techniques fall under the banner of bioclimatic architecture, with each continent and society having unique requirements. Another popular technique that draws from the teachings of the ancient Egyptians is evaporative cooling. Zoning is one of the first stages in this process.

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The Legacy of Disney’s Monsanto House of the Future

Dwell

It was a way to put the Monsanto Company at the leading edge of new construction materials and techniques. For Monsanto, this was all about research and experimentation in plastics materials and fabrication techniques. Marvin Goody and Dick Hamilton were on the faculty and were the lead architects.

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Building Responses to Floods

Santa Cruz Architect

As climatic conditions become more extreme, more houses will be at risk of flooding and these techniques will become increasingly important. Rather than raise your home above the waters, a second common technique is to protect your home or property from the water by building a sturdy and waterproof wall. Orange Zones: These are 0.2%

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5 Parameters to Craft a Comfortable Contemporary Best House Design

Design Thoughts Architects

Adequate Space: The foundation of a comfortable house design starts with space planning. It’s about finding the right balance between openness and privacy, creating zones for different activities, and optimizing room layouts for maximum comfort. Consider the path of the sun to make the most of this free resource.

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Des Forges Residence, Mauricie, Québec

e-architect

Located at a height of 55 m on the edge of the cliff’s erosion zone, the upper floor of the house rises from the ground and follows the curves of the St. Résidence des Forge consists of three wings set on a natural stone foundation. Maurice River.

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Upgrade Your Outdoor Living Space with Top 10 Affordable Landscaping Trends in San Antonio

The Architecture Designs

We recommend going for the dwarf or creeping varieties to ground cover the flower beds, grow shrubs close to your main house building to hide the foundation, and get tall, columnar trees in the boundaries to create some much-needed privacy. Having a tight budget does not mean that you have to settle for a poorly done yard.

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How to Design a Functional and Stylish Home

Design Thoughts Architects

Foundation and Structural Design: Design the foundation to adapt to the natural contours of the land. In order to follow the slope, the foundation may need to be stepped or terracing. Outdoor Spaces: Terraced Gardens: Utilize terraced landscaping to create functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.

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