As our world becomes more technologically advanced, the people become more innovative in finding ways to revamp traditional ways of doing things. And the construction industry is no late bloomer. Nowadays, construction trends focuses on building ‘eco-friendly’ houses. Eco-friendly houses addresses issues such as cost-effectiveness, sustainability and energy efficiency. However, some developers have upped the…
Bringing fresh air into your home important to keep away stale air which carries microbes that could pose harms to our bodies. In urban areas where lot spaces are smaller and houses are built closely to each other, getting a free flowing fresh air—without mechanical intervention—is a feat. The Philippines is a tropical country so…
Noise or unwanted sounds from constructions sites (drilling, bulldozing), factories, train tracks and stations, airport, road traffic (cars honking) and even your and your neighbor’s home appliances such as vacuums, power tools and lawn mowers contributes to noise pollution. Noise pollution is already considered as environmental pollution because of its long term effect to people….
The elegance of a home is enhanced by the beauty of its floors. Among types of floors, hardwood never goes out of style. Have you ever been inside one of the houses/ mansions in Ilocos Sur such as the Syquia Mansion? How about the Casa Manila in Intramuros? They have used hardwood floors which lasted…
INSULATION CAN SAVE YOU MONEY Yes, having a good home insulation can save you money. While most people do not pay attention on how many times they turn on the electric fan or their air cooling/heating system, little is observed on how much a good home installation can save money in the long run. But…
Aside from air conditioning, home lighting is one source of electricity expense. Insufficient light at home can affect your health as it can cause headache and eyestrain. Then there is also the chance of getting an accident such as falling, tripping or slipping if lighting is insufficient. A few decades ago, traditional incandescent bulbs is…