Image: Baluchon In the past five years, tiny house movement has gained a lot of traction in Europe. Taking the tiny home design to even tinier detail, Baluchon has designed the Tiny House La Mésange Verte that sets another benchmark. It is a mini French-House style nomadic living space with an advanced kitchen and simple layout that’s perfect for two people to stay comfortably. Measuring 19.6-feet long, this tiny house has been set up on a double-axle trailer. Considering the length of this house on wheels, you can figure out how small it is – a typical tiny house in North America is twice…
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Architect Andrew Franz has transformed the top floor and roof of an 1884 caviar warehouse, into a contemporary open plan residence in New York. The architect’s description In Manhattan’s landmarked Tribeca North area, the 3,000-square-feet top floor and roof of an 1884 caviar warehouse are reconceived as a residence with large open entertaining zones and a fluid connection with the outdoor environment. Outdoor Connection – The residence is transformed by a relocated mezzanine where a sunken interior court with a retractable glass roof connects to the planted green roof garden above. This gesture of subtracting volume from the interior brings the outdoors…
4 JUN 2021BY RIEXPLORING Brooke and Solomon built their tiny house by themselves with some help from family and friends. The design is a perfect combination of rustic and modern elements to fit the style of both of them. As the house is not on wheels they were able to build it a bit higher than regular tiny houses and the result is the ability to stand in the loft. All the house including the furniture is self-designed and self-built. Solomon is a craftsmen enthusiast and he enjoyed working on every piece of furniture to make it beautiful and unique. The…
NISHIZAWAARCHITECTSHOUSE IN CHAU DOC NISHIZAWAARCHITECTSADD TO COLLECTION Located in a suburb of ChauDoc town in AnGiang province, Southern Vietnam, this house is a sharing residence of 3 nuclear families who are kin. Although this project budget was tightened with local standards, which only allowed us to build a house with thin corrugated metal panels, we have tried to satisfy not only the regional spirits but also the rich lifestyle in which is fulfilled by sunlight, greenery and natural ventilation, as it were, living in a half-outdoor gardens. NISHIZAWAARCHITECTSADD TO COLLECTION Around 7 hours travelling from HoChiMinh city by long-distance bus…
When people are stressed out about working in the city, they want to look for a place to relax. Today, we will take a look at Farm House style house ideas in South Africa for nature lovers. Farm House-style raised house, the bottom is concrete decorated with stone. The main structure of the house is wooden. The walls are covered with turquoise metal sheets to match the natural atmosphere around the house. The roof is stacked on top with light vents. Stairs for going up to the house . . . . . . . . . . . Source:…
Ariana Grande possesses a vocal range that can shatter glass at a thousand yards and make the hairs at the back of your neck stand on end. Photo: Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images Pop princesses come in all manner of packages. There’s the feisty rebel type; the smiley showgirl; those brooding mistresses of gloom. And then there’s the rarest breed of them all: the startling songbird. This is the talent that possesses a vocal range that can shatter glass at a thousand yards and make the hairs at the back of your neck stand on end. Ariana Grande has one of…
Ariana Grande has been pictured as Glinda The Good Witch in her full costume for the first time, filming on the UK set of the highly-anticipated Hollywood adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked. The exclusive pictures obtained by DailyMail.com come just days after darkly-lit production stills were released of Grande, 29, and her co-star Cynthia Erivo, who will playing the part of Elphaba, originated by star Idina Menzel in the musical. 7 Rings singer Grande looked majestic in a stunning pink gown with a silver crown and iridescent scepter, as she glided into view atop a golden carriage – filming what appears to be one of the opening…
Britney Spears showed off some leg in a white mini dress as she busted some energetic moves in her latest dancing clip on Monday. The 41-year-old pop star – who recently left fans concerned after she danced in a skimpy pair snakeskin bikini bottoms – flaunted her pins in the short number. She put on a confident display in the tight number which had an off the shoulder long sleeved design and tie detailing on her thigh. Britney completed the look with matching cowboy boots as she showed off her dancing. She wore her long blonde tresses in loose waves for the clip…
Britney Spears’ upcoming autobiography is reportedly being delayed over concerns about some of the A-list stars she mentions in it. Its publisher, Simon & Schuster, has put the book on holding after receiving letters from two Hollywood stars, The Sun reported on Sunday. The 41-year-old pop superstar was previously expected to have released her tell-all book back in February, but it now isn’t expected to arrive any sooner than late this year. DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives for Spears for comment. The news of the potentially salacious content follows a report that Glee and American Horror Story co-creator Ryan Murphy is interested in…
By One Kindesign Sol Haus Design is responsible for the creation of this amazing tiny house, the designer’s own personal live/work habitat located in Ojai, California. After spending over two decades on the high-end corporate path, Vina Lustado (designer/owner) decided to focus her career on smaller-scale projects. Staying true to her values, she completed the design and construction of her off-the-grid cabin. Since the completion of her cozy abode, the designer has aided several of her clients to pursue a simple life by living smaller. Check out her other custom tiny house builds such as the Light Haus and Sol Pod, which includes plans!…
This minimal modern barn house was designed by Joan Heaton Architects, along with builder Silver Maple Construction, located in Weybridge, Vermont. This property was designed as a simple vacation getaway spot for a family to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. The structure was sited to take full advantage of southern exposure while maximizing views to the west. The design of this home was inspired by traditional barn forms and modernized with a structural system of steel beams. Highlights of this modern barn house includes large expanses of glass in the windows and doors. Additionally, there is a twelve foot wide…
Formerly used as storage for beer buckets and beer fermentation for First Municipal Brewery, the historical building resides on the brewery campus that CMC architects renovated in 2008. More than a decade later, the firm revisits the converted building in Prague to design one of the 40 lofts, where they embrace the original details, like the exposed brick and concrete floors. The Loft with Love keeps its industrial aesthetic while elevating it with the use of raw, rough materials, as seen in the open steel staircase and bookcase that find balance with the kitchen and other accents. 0 seconds of 1…
Nature’s spectacular takeover of an ancient Buddhist temple. Ta Prohm or “Eye of Wisdom” is a temple near the city of Siem Reap, Cambodia, that was built largely in the late 12th century and early 13th century as part of a larger complex called Angkor Wat. It is also called the “Tomb Raider Temple” or the “Angelina Jolie Temple” due to its depiction in the film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001). It was founded by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and a hub of education devoted to his mother. Approximately 80,000 individuals, including 2,700 officials…
When its wings are closed, the dead leaf butterfly looks exactly like a dried autumn leaf – probably the best camouflage a butterfly could ever want. But when those wings are open, a brilliant color pattern is revealed making it one of the world’s prettiest wings. Image credit: Rahul K. Natu/TBC Also known as the orange oakleaf butterfly (Kallima inachus), the dead leaf butterfly is found in Tropical Asia, from India to Japan, but mostly in South East Asia, including in Vietnam, Laos, Taiwan, and Thailand. When they are closed, the butterfly’s wings are shaped like a leaf. In this…
Some of the elongated blocks of crystals are up to 37 feet long and 5 feet wide. Gypsum crystals at the Naica cave. Person for scale. Image credit: Alexander Van Driessche Fittingly known as the Cave of the Crystals or Giant Crystal Cave (Spanish: Cueva de los cristales), this fascinating cavern connected to a zinc mine in Naica, Mexico, is crisscrossed with gleaming gypsum crystals – some of the largest natural crystals ever found that dwarf human explorers. The largest crystal in the cave is 11.40 meters (37.4 ft) long, with a volume of about 5 cubic meters (180 cu…
Red Twig Dogwood Landscape Design Ideas 1. Red Twig Dogwood Driveway Check out this amazing driveway lined with red twig dogwood variety to complement the gravel road. Take a look at Beautiful Landscaping Ideas with Crepe Myrtles here 2. Minimal Red Twig Garden Bed petscribbles One of the best Red Twig Dogwood Landscape Design Ideas is this one with beautiful and flourishing red twig dogwoods covered in a mulch-covered bed. 3. Shrubs and Dogwoods Have a large estate? Turn it into a lush garden with a long gravel pathway with vibrant grass, shrubs, and red twig dogwoods. Check out the Best…
Best Grass Alternatives 1. Creeping Jenny Botanical Name: Lysimachia nummularia Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade The mat-forming oval golden-green leaves with cheery yellow flowers make for an excellent grass alternative for their mounding shape and quick spreading quality. Check out these Best Ornamental Grasses For Shade 2. Creeping Thyme ellen.hanssons Botanical Name: Thymus serpyllum Sun Exposure: Full sun Corsican Thyme is a drought-resistant herb featuring masses of purple flowers. This can be an excellent grass alternative for garden borders and surrounding rocky boulders. Grasses for Landscaping and Containers here 3. Rupturewort Botanical Name: Herniaria glabra Sun Exposure: Full sun Rupturewort thrives in neglect and covers the…
Landscaping with Hostas 1. Boost Curb Appeal Prized with robust, attractive, and heart-shaped blue-green foliage, hostas can highlight your landscape with their immense beauty. Planting them outside your house in the front garden is an excellent idea to boost the curb appeal. 2. Line A Walkway Or Path Lukas Budinsky/Shutterstock Select medium or low-growing hostas as an edging plant for pathways. As hostas are evergreen perennial, they keep their show of attractive foliage for most of the year. 3. Make Them A Focal Point A single hosta can be more attractive than a whole border. Choose large-leaf varieties…
A hillside property may offer scenic vistas or other advantages, but can also present some of the biggest landscaping challenges. Slopes are more susceptible to soil erosion and drainage issues, and a steep or uneven hillside can be difficult to navigate, making landscape installation and maintenance more difficult. X A gentle slope is easier to deal with than a steep incline. It’s important to evaluate your property to come up with the most effective solutions for creating a beautiful landscape while keeping yourself and your property safe. Update the look and function of your sloped yard with these hillside landscape…
Landscaping, the art of turning empty land into beautified areas never goes out of style. Gardening is a prominent subset of landscaping. Every homeowner aspires to have an attractive, serene environment around their adobes. X The fence is not just a structure that surrounds your house or commercial property, it can also become a piece of art that reflects your mood and makes guests feel joyful, safe, and engaged. By improving your fence lines, it will turn your property into a beautiful landscape. Having done such beautiful landscaping and gardening, your home is definitely going to be a community standout.…
Landscaping Without Grass Ideas 1. Concrete Stepping Stones kirstensachlandscapes This grass replacement idea will make a great backyard design, and you’ll have a personalized look with concrete stepping stones without grass. Check out some Cool DIY Stepping Stone Ideas here 2. Go for Gravel edwardianhouserenovation Gravel is an excellent substitute for grass as small stones look elegant and architectural. If appropriately maintained, homeowners will love this alternative even more! 3. Mulch welbying You can replace grass with pine bark chips or cedar and make a rustic ground cover. Before mulching the ground, place landscaping cloth on the bare soil to control…
PeopleAriana Grande’s Net Worth, Career and Expensive Things She OwnsSHARE Ariana Grande’s net worth shows the successful trajectory of a teen star evolving into one of the most notable artists in the music industry. Besides a prolific music career, Grande has her own makeup label and endorses a slew of high-end brands, which makes her the rightful star she is at such a young age. With such successes contributing to her fortune, let’s look at Ariana Grande’s net worth, her career highlights and some of the expensive things she spends her millions on. Born Ariana Grande-Butera, she started as an…
Ariana Grande’s debut album ‘Yours Truly’ was originally intended for Jordin Sparks. The producer of the 2013 hit record, Harmony Samuels, has claimed Jordan, 33, is “the blueprint behind who” Ariana is as an artist. He told ‘Rated R’n’B: “While I was doing that album for [Fantasia], I was working on those records for Ariana Grande, but they weren’t Ariana Grande records — they were Jordin Sparks records. He continued: “Jordin Sparks is the originator of those records and the blueprint behind who Ari is now. My vision was for Jordin to be that person.” Samuels – whose songwriting and…
Story by Olivia Rose Rushing • Thursday Ariana Grande’s Hair Evolution, From Natural Curls To A Red Ponytail© Provided by Bustle When it comes to Ariana Grande, changes to her hair are historically associated with each and every chapter of her vibrant career. Famously, a young Grande would become a household name by way of Nickelodeon’s Victorious — which, of course, is closely tied with her character’s red velvet hair. However, throughout filming, she dreamed of one day becoming a pop star, and has shared how difficult it was to dye her hair back to brunette on most weekends in an effort to feel like her…