WHAT IS SPLIT-LEVEL ARCHITECTURE?
Sometimes known as “raised ranches,” split-level homes became an extremely popular variation of traditional American ranch homes during the later part of the 20th century. While wide, open ranches were the preferred style of housing from the 1920s through the 1970s, split-level homes, which first appeared in American suburbs in the 1950s and 1960s, offered […]
8 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HIRING A CONTRACTOR
As the client, you are the one driving the process. Before speaking with contractors, spend time thinking about your goals for the project — what it might look like, the amenities you want, and so on. If you don’t know how to translate your goals into specific features or products, hire a design consultant or […]
MAKE ANY SPACE IN YOUR HOME LOOK BIGGER WITH THESE 3 INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS
Small rooms can be tricky, especially if they are rooms that are going to be utilized frequently, such as living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. Making these rooms seem larger than they actually are can be a challenge, and many get it wrong by trying to take advantage of every corner of the space, making […]
WHY ARCHITECTURE MATTERS WHEN BUILDING A HOUSE
Whether you are building a home or a commercial rental property, it is important to make use of professional services to achieve the best results. Among the most crucial professionals, you will need for a construction project are the architects. In most urban settings, architectural services are part of the requirements for building a house. […]
4 WAYS TO CONTROL DAYLIGHT
The use of daylighting is a high-performance lighting initiative that building professionals can implement to reduce electric lighting use and energy demands, while providing the utmost in occupant comfort, health and productivity. Original Article Source Credits: Buildings , https://www.buildings.com/ Article Written By: BOMI INTERNATIONAL Original Article Posted on: 09/29/2020 Link to Original Article: https://www.buildings.com/news/industry-news/articleid/22307/title/4-ways-control-daylight CLICK HERE […]
SEASON’S GREETINGS FROM MARILYN YPES ARCHITECT INC.
Season’s Greetings from Marilyn Ypes Architect Inc. We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year 2022! If you need any assistance from us during the holiday season, feel free to get in touch with us by clicking here.
HOW MARILYN YPES ARCHITECT INC. IS OPERATING IN A COVID-19 WORLD
As the severity of coronavirus increased in the passing months, and with the Government implementing strict lockdown measures to curb the spread of the virus, industries across the globe were required to push their thinking and introduce new strategies to stay in business. The architecture industry is no different as firms, both large and small, […]
RENOVATING YOUR BATHROOM: A PRACTICAL GUIDE
The bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the house. It should be a peaceful oasis where you relax, wash the stress away, and take care of your health and well-being. The chances are that you don’t have a perfectly designed and organized bathroom, but you can change that. Let’s renovate that bathroom, […]
LEARN CHEAP AND EASY WAYS TO ENHANCE YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL
Creating an attractive entrance to your home will reward you twice. First, the enjoyment you derive while living in a home that appeals to you before you even come through the front door. Second, an attraction to buyers and a return on your investment if you do decide to sell. Original Article Source Credits: The Spruce , https://www.thespruce.com/ Article […]
HOW TO DEVELOP A PROPERTY YOU PLAN TO PURCHASE
Building a new house is an exciting experience as you get to design every inch of your home the way you want. That said, you must remember to stay within the purview of the construction regulations imposed on the area where you plan to buy a property and build your house. Every residential (commercial as […]