Designing contemporary interiors means balancing aesthetics with functionality. Today’s homes demand surfaces that withstand ...

Due to its practical nature, concrete has been used extensively in outdoor open spaces for patios, driveways, sidewalks, etc. More recently, concrete has made a return as an essential component of ...

Every year, tornadoes and high winds claim lives and destroy or damage property across the U.S.. Many victims seek shelter in homes and buildings that seem to "explode" resulting in flying debris ...

When Medellín-based architecture studio Juan Manuel Peláez Arquitectos (JUMP Arquitectos) visited its client’s property in nearby Colombian town of La Ceja, the team was so impressed with the ...

Despite being ubiquitous in countries around the world, particularly in Europe and South America, concrete homes are still fairly rare in the United States when compared to the hegemony of wood.

Homeowners across the U.S. are running out of options when it comes to protecting their homes. The problem is that climate change has increased the risk of catastrophic damage due to windstorms, ...

Some home styles look incredible in photos but become a full-time job to keep up once you move in. Between constant cleaning, complicated materials, and design details that don’t age well, certain ...

Rooftops, in particular, are being re-imagined as living space. Pools elevated above the street. Steel canopies providing shade. Gyms, lounges, and social spaces integrated into the uppermost levels ...

With outdoor living rooms becoming the space du jour, classy concrete patio ideas are a must for a timeless look in any backyard. The beauty of a concrete patio is that it’s low-maintenance and ...