Located a few steps from one of the most emblematic avenues of the city of Mérida, Casa Maca is a historic former residence from the Porfiriato era. Visitors are transported to the past, where they are easily captivated by the vitality of the structure’s colors and textures.

The Chukum technique for home building stands out as an ancient method perfect for many modern applications. Many of the most noteworthy buildings in the Yucatan use this technique.        

The Giza-based Architects (Mohamed Samy, Tarek Ali, Mohamed Sarhan and Sama Abdelkarim) from Cell Studio has recently designed a proposal for Barjeel Museum a modern Arab art museum in Sharjah, UAE, that connects the past with the future. Project description by the architects:  The design seek...

Situated alongside a lava flow dating from 1801 on the leeward coast of Hawaii, this 10,361-square-foot residence was designed as a modern interpretation of indigenous island architecture and a way to connect the occupants to nature, the region, and its culture. Rather than orienting the house directly to the view, the home’s living spaces are set at an angle, resulting in glancing coastal views that reveal the visual drama of the natural setting.

Do you know that many ancient buildings and monuments you appreciate are constructed using the rammed earth construction technique? It’s a unique and natural way of construction where a damp mix of soil, clay, sand, gravel, and other earthy materials is used for compacting. Sometimes cement is also used as a stabilizing agent.

These Japanese architects have unique styles that have influenced the architecture world in many unique ways. Learning more about their designs is worth your time.      

With the Folds collection, Sebastián Ángeles presents functional elements that bring together the solidity of stone and the ethereal character of light, lending personality to interior design concepts and inviting conversation around the three concepts of time beginning and end, cycles and moments that are so fundamental to the way that human beings forge their destiny.

Solar panel maintenance is essential for maximizing the efficiency and lifespan of your system. Be sure to keep up with regular inspections and repairs, use protective covers or films, avoid debris buildup on roofs, fence off the area around installations, check for water leaks often, and monitor electrical systems regularly.