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Solo seniors take to micro-condos to be able to live in city core
AUCKLAND: Micro-condos are very small condo units ranging in size from 220-400 sq. ft., but typically we see them range between 250-350 sq. ft. These units are expertly designed to maximize space so you still have all of the creature comforts. Fold away furniture is Read More »
New affordable housing model developed by architect
SAN DIEGO: Architects Henley Halebrown Rorrison’s (HHbR) have unveiled a scheme for affordable housing based on a model inspired by Andrea Palladio’s Villa Capra (1566-1571) near Vicenza. The Pocket Rotunda model hinges around their developer’s ambition to offer new two-bedroom accommodation that will help open Read More »
Skilled nursing home design continues to ape buildings of the past
OKLAHOMA CITY: Skilled nursing home design has barely moved in 50 years. This week, a world renowned nursing home brand opened its latest revamp.
Staff and residents at Admirals Reach Residential and Nursing home run by Bupa, celebrated a launch event with live music
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Read More »Co-housing community cuts energy bills by building with straw
CHICAGO: At the award winning straw-built co-housing community up and running in Bramley, Leeds, homeowners have enjoyed a 90 per cent cut in bills, on top of a 20 per cent reduction in initial build costs.
Professor Pete Walker of the University of Bath said, Read More »