There are a few different alternative building methods when it comes to house building. Maybe you are looking for a more affordable way or a more creative way...
Read to find out some of the biggest reasons US housing is so expensive, and to explore some really cool ways you can find your dream home.
You only need to watch TV to see some amazing houses which people dream up. Here are just a few of the alternative housing ideas which have caught my eye;
Scale House: This model was designed and built as a teaching aide for students undertaking a Cert 1 in General Construction. Cut outs have been included so that students can see all the components that go into the construction of a house. The techniques used ar…
Read to find out some of the biggest reasons US housing is so expensive, and to explore some really cool ways you can find your dream home.
"Hempcrete is the eco-friendly building material of the future". If you’ve been following for a while, you’ve probably heard or read something of the likes.
Insulation in the built environment has been undervalued for too long. Fortunately, that
Have you ever thought about building a cob house? An eco friendly, cost effective cob house could be your perfect home! Let us tell you how.
Watch Steve Maxwell explain how to build a scale model of a house, cottage or renovation. Practice building and refine your design while having fun.
Read to find out some of the biggest reasons US housing is so expensive, and to explore some really cool ways you can find your dream home.
Follow these steps to create an energy efficient home that in turn produces a comfortable, healthy home for you and your family.
Architects have created a flat-pack 1,250-square-foot two-bedroom home in Denmark that can be slotted together - similar to a 3D puzzle.
It is possible to create a home that produces as much energy as it uses (or more). Here, the experts give their thoughts and advice on creating homes that produce all of their own energy.
Design innovations make building with sustainable living in mind easier—and more beautiful—than ever. Here are three of our favourites.
Tour this collection of unique homes — made of alternative materials — that proves you don’t always need a tidy plot of land with a yard and neighbors.
Learn about the unique benefits and potential drawbacks of building a Quonset hut home, including cost savings, durability, and design options.
Constructing utopia in Taos, one tire at a time
We look around Jasmine and Simon Dale's eco-home in the village of Lammas
Read to find out some of the biggest reasons US housing is so expensive, and to explore some really cool ways you can find your dream home.
Sustainable housing has become an increasingly popular topic as more people look for ways to reduce their environmental impact. But what exactly is
Looking for a luxurious house model that is different from the traditional ones? Check out this 3 bedrooms luxury shipping container house!
Discover realistic ideas to save money & avoid housing debt in this comprehensive guide to alternative housing options. Embrace Minimalism & Sustainability.
The reason why many people choose to build their own house is that it is the cheapest way of doing
Quonset building kit homes are very easy to set up and another big advantage is that they’re inexpensive. They're available for less than $8,000 now!
The Multi-Generation Home styled by House Beautiful and showcased at the Ideal Home Show was a prime example of how sophisticated, flexible and practical kit homes can be.
Here are the top prefab homes under $20k and the manufacturers that make them. It's the most affordable form of housing.
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Steel and metal buildings pre-engineered for building kit projects and Custom Buildings such as Garages, RV Storage, Quonset Huts, Steel Sheds, Workshops.
the ambition is to create a more democratic, humane and lively architecture --a new typology for urban housing, which can accommodate the dreams of the inhabitants today, tomorrow and for many years to come.
These dome homes will convince you to connect with nature and maybe even consider alternative housing (here's how they're made)
Si tratta di un modo economico, sostenibile e meraviglioso per realizzare il sogno di costruire la propria casa. Per molte persone la parola “superadobe” potrebbe sembrare un po’ strana, ma si tratta di una tecnica di costruzione sviluppata negli anni ’70 dall’architetto iraniano Nader Khalili, il quale si era prefissato l’obiettivo di creare delle alternative …
Inside the shell of the Oyster House prototype lies a new shape for affordable housing.
There is a rising star in the world of sustainable architecture: Strohboid. The company has made a name for itself by developing innovative and environmentally friendly building materials for the construction of sustainable homes. One of their latest products, the "Mountain Chalet", promises not only a harmonious combination of aesthetics and sustainability, but also a retreat that combines the luxury of modern living with environmental awareness.
Tiny house kits under $10,000 are affordable and have just the right amount of square footage. Check out our top picks!
