Skip to Content

High-Level Overview of The Homebuilding Process (Tiny House or Other House)

The steps on how to build a tiny house are essentially the same as those for building a not-so-tiny house. The same processes and principles apply. Pre-Construction. Construction. Post-Construction. The difference is scale. Interestingly enough, the building process is generally as complicated and, at least as much work for a tiny home as it is …

Read More about High-Level Overview of The Homebuilding Process (Tiny House or Other House)

Tiny or Small House Movement: Electrical Setup and Implications for The Grid

Due to their small size and low energy demands, tiny homes are threatening to increase the number of grid defections. These homes typically rely on rooftop solar panels for their energy needs. The low cost of solar panels and batteries for off-grid housing already makes these elements readily available commercially available. Since each house and …

Read More about Tiny or Small House Movement: Electrical Setup and Implications for The Grid

The Backyard: Sanctuary Garden? Social Setting? Or, Both? You decide.

A backyard could also be referred to as a garden. Backyards can be enclosed areas that include gardens. They can be entirely garden. Fenced or unfenced. With green space or no green space. Backyards generally reflect the resident’s balance between indoor and outdoor living. Backyard gardens or backyards can be enclosed areas for gardening, or …

Read More about The Backyard: Sanctuary Garden? Social Setting? Or, Both? You decide.

Nature-Inspired Design Ideas

We all need to experience nature in new ways. In addition to going out into nature, why not bring nature to you? Let nature inspire you as you decorate the interior of your home. Lighting can be a rather simple and effective way to enhance your decor. It brings such warmth and ambience into any …

Read More about Nature-Inspired Design Ideas

What Is A Variance?

A variance is a deviation from the rules that a municipality has established when it comes to land use and development. It can be employed in different ways depending on the municipality. For instance, a variance can be granted by a Committee of adjustment or Board of adjustment. A variance is also referred to as …

Read More about What Is A Variance?

A Welcome Greeting

Welcome is a greeting that aims to introduce a person to a certain area or situation, and it makes them feel at ease. Similarly, the term welcome can refer to the feeling of being welcomed on the part of a new person. In some contexts, a welcoming gesture is extended to a stranger in order …

Read More about A Welcome Greeting

Prefabricated Homes

What are Prefabricated or Prefab Homes? Prefabricated homes, also referred to as prefabricated houses, are specific types of prefabricated buildings (commercial or residential) that are generally manufactured off-site. These types of houses are typically constructed of standard sections and can be assembled quickly. Some of the current designs of these houses feature architectural details inspired …

Read More about Prefabricated Homes

Understanding Condominium Conversions

Condominium conversions have been around for a long time. Understanding them is quite another thing altogether. This post was written to provide a high-level overview of this intricate property ownership process.A condominium conversion is a process that involves entitling a property to be converted into a condominium. This usually involves obtaining approval from local or …

Read More about Understanding Condominium Conversions

What Is Architecture?

What is architecture? How did it begin and how has it evolved? This article defines architecture and features highlights on the history of architecture. Architecture is a process that involves planning, designing, and building structures. It is commonly regarded as a type of art and cultural symbol. Historical civilizations are also known for their architectural …

Read More about What Is Architecture?