Located in Atlanta, the first two tree houses are made from reclaimed materials. The hideaway rustic cabins are connected by a rope bridge. The houses were designed as a secluded spot to escape the hustle and bustle. The first cabin … Continue reading →
My last blog post was about a free online version of Making Better Building by Chris Magwood. In reading through some of his introductory comments about foundations, I came across this statement: “In much of North America, foundations have been … Continue reading →
Chris Magwood’s classic book, Making Better Buildings, is now available for free online! This is a comparative guide to sustainable construction for homeowners and contractors. It is also a masterpiece of research and experience folded into an encyclopedic reference book … Continue reading →
Take a tour of Acony Bell Tiny Home Community – one of the most beautiful Tiny House villages in the country (and maybe the world)! Learn why so many people are interested in living in a Tiny Home community like … Continue reading →
A 19th-century hay barn in Surrey, England has been transformed into a into a family home, revealing the original stone structure and complementing it with cedar shingle-clad extensions. “The stone walls were in good condition and the roof had been … Continue reading →
Learn to Draw Your Home in 3D. Starting about Jan 6, this online course will be interwoven with short video snippets from previous live builds. Alosha Lynov, of BioVeda, will show the hows and whys of construction methodologies to get … Continue reading →