Sometimes concrete columns are the best available choice. But how do you make ugly concrete columns look good besides burying them inside walls? Covering the columns with stone veneer/stone facing is one good option.
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The Rustic Home
“The Rustic Home explores the mythical and romantic West through the architecture and artistry of its residents. It reveals how the romance, lore, passion, and history of rugged old cabins, settler shelters, and mountain shacks have influenced and shaped modern Western architecture.
On the Road: Live from Vanuatu
For decades it’s been my dream to visit developing countries and help build affordable housing projects. Now, here I am on the beach in beautiful Vanuatu to assist the Women’s Centre (and others) on various sustainable building projects.
Rainscreen Cladding for Strawbale Houses
“Owen, Found an interesting document I thought you might find interesting. It looks like someone’s thesis.
Wasp: 3D Printed Mud Houses
“A new Italian company is demonstrating a super-tall, portable machine that will bring 3D-printed dwellings to impoverished regions.
Lime-ash Floors
Lime-ash floors were an economical form of floor construction from the 15th century to the 19th century, for upper floors in parts of England where limestone or chalk were easily available. They were strong, flexible, and offered good heat and sound insulation.