Home & Design

How to Make Your House and Garden More Tranquil: Tips From an Acoustics Expert

There are things you can do around your house and garden to make things a little more peaceful. A barrier such as a close boarded fence, earth mound or wall close to the road should help--but they will have to be long enough and high enough to have much effect.

Wooden Skyscrapers Could Transform Construction by Trapping Carbon Emissions

As architects, engineers, and tradespeople become comfortable with these materials, tall wooden buildings will increasingly become a part of the urban landscape around the world.

Most Iconic Buildings in the United States

Here are some excellent examples of what makes America home to some of the world’s iconic buildings.

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5 Things You Should Never Do To Your Mattress

Good quality mattresses never come cheap so its best to invest in one and keep it in good shape. This won’t only promote better sleep quality but will also save you money. Make sure you avoid these habits to prolong the life of your mattress.
By Grace Stewart
This Tiny House Is 3D Printed, Floats, and Will Last Over 100 Years

One of the world’s first 3D printed houses went up in China in 2016. At 400 square meters in size and 2 stories tall, the house took 45 days to print—and at the time, this seemed amazingly fast.
By Vanessa Bates Ramirez
Soundproof Your House With These Simple Tricks

More than just having a roof over your head, a home is a place to relax and unwind after a long day. However, relaxing and enjoying some quiet time at home can be challenging if the house produces just as much noise on the inside.
By Grace Stewart
How to Properly Maintain Wallpaper Plus Natural Wood and Stone-Themed Wallpaper Ideas

Wallpapers keep your space looking cheery and vibrant, and simple maintenance can keep it that way for a long time. Here are some of the do’s and don’ts when caring for your wallpapers.
By Grace Stewart
3 Pet-Friendly Fabrics for Your Home

Pets are often treated as part of the family. We care for their needs, take them to the doctor if they get sick and give them the best in every way that we can. That’s why owners would often consider them before making decisions for the home and the rest of the family.
By Grace Stewart
5 Wall Material Suggestions to Spruce up Your Bathroom

Bathrooms, just like the living room and the rest of the house, also need a touch of taste. Here are some of the best wall coverings for your bathroom wall.
By Grace Stewart
[PHOTOS] NYC Apartment With a Shower in the Kitchen Snatched up for $1,650 a Month

A studio apartment at 114 Walton St. is listed for $1,650. It features a separate bedroom with a toilet, a spacious windowed kitchen with a sink, stove, full-size refrigerator, and spacious countertop. An ideal offer so it seems, except for the “bathtub situation.”
By Grace Stewart
4 Ways to Declutter Your Outdoor Space

Tidying up indoors is already a total chore. This makes it even harder for busy homeowners to clean the outside area of their homes. The good news is that there are actually ways that you can handle outdoor clutter without too much trouble.
By Grace Stewart
Boring Walk-In Closet? Here's How to Make It More Functional and Stylish

A walk-in closet provides you with more room and space to organize your belongings while also serving as a dressing room. It can also serve as a potential personal space or stress-free zone. Here are a few tips that can help you maximize every inch of your closet and make it a more stylish and functional walk-in closet.
By Grace Stewart
How to Make Your Kitchen Safe for Kids

The kitchen has always been thought of as a place that should be off-limits to children, for obvious reasons. But just because the kitchen is not an ideal place for children to be wandering around, it doesn’t mean you would have to keep your kids out of the kitchen forever.
By Grace Stewart