Architecture

February 11, 2017

Elevating Bed Turns Tiny Trailer into Modern and Spacious Home

Woodworker extraordinaire Ana White designs and builds cute and compact homes. As each tiny house is restricted by its small square footage, White must come up with inventive ways to create more space. For a recent project, White turned a teeny trailer into a spacious home by innovatively installing a movable, elevating bed that transforms its surroundings with the push of a button. Situated above a cozy sofa, the elevating bed offers a space-saving alternative to traditional furniture.

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January 26, 2017

Eco-Friendly Home Brilliantly Built Inside a Desert Rock Formation

Living under a rock takes on a whole new meaning with Cliff Haven. The creatively-designed house in remote Southeastern Utah is built directly into its surrounding red rock formations. The 12-acre wild-west escape gazes over vast and incredible views of Montezuma Canyon. Currently for sale, the property has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car garage, and a large outdoor patio (with room for expansion). For those who love their privacy, the closest neighbor is a mile away.

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January 20, 2017

19 Most Creative Water Fountains From Around the World

Water fountains have a long place in our history. Dating back to the Ancient Roman times, these reservoirs were first designed with a purely practical purpose—for holding precious drinking water and bathing. These early fountains were uncovered, free standing, and placed along the street for public consumption. (Wealthier folks also had them in their homes.)

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