New House, Old Soul – Ep. 10 – Mechanicals
“Mechanicals” New House, Old Soul – Ep. 10 In today’s latest New House Old Soul episode we dive…
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The term “build” refers to the process of creating or constructing a physical structure, such as a building, house, bridge, or any other infrastructure. It involves assembling various materials, following architectural plans and engineering specifications, and carrying out the necessary tasks to bring the design to life.
Embarking on the journey updating a 120-year-old relocated house.
This beautiful 120 year old house was relocated from downtown Austin to Georgetown by local designer Claire Zinnecker. We'll show you today how to upgrade, insulate, and bring it back to life without ruining the character, foundation, and moving process!
Can Rockwool Insulation protect a house from Fire?
We go LIVE on Dallas's Good Morning Texas to put Rock Wool to the test!
Beautiful Houses with Terrible Performance… How to AVOID This
At the inception of a new house-building project, aesthetics and layout tend to dominate client discussions. Rarely do…
Perovskite Solar Cells Could Be the Future of Energy
The Perovskite solar cell could be the future of energy. What if we could build solar panels using materials that aren't supply-limited and with a lower carbon process?
New House, Old Soul – Ep. 9 – 100-Year Window
Windows are the eyes of our buildings. They add a lot of character and serve an important function…
New House, Old Soul – Ep. 8 – Exterior Cladding
The growing trend of constructing identical, mass-produced houses has sparked concern among many. Instead of building vibrant, diverse…
Is a Tiny House Good for Sustainable Living?
When it comes to sustainable living, our homes have an important part to play. Alternatives like earthship homes, modular homes, factory built homes, and passive houses can really reduce the carbon footprint of our houses, but they aren't affordable for most people yet.
New House, Old Soul – Ep. 7 – Roofing and Dormers
In today’s Build Review post, Brent delves into the rich tapestry of American roofing history in his latest…
New House, Old Soul – Ep. 6 – Plumbing
In this video post, Brent delves into the history of bathroom fixtures and styles in the USA, with…