The addition of a natural stone veneer feature is a beautiful improvement to a home’s décor. Inside or out, stone walls, a mantel piece, hearth or front door surrounds, and other applications create ...

Natural stone is an ancient material – people have used it to build their homes for centuries. Over all those years, master craftsmen have discovered how to maximize natural stone’s full potential for ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Are you looking to redesign your house? If you are, one of the best ways to enhance the appearance of your house is to consider wall cladding, Denis Bossa writes. Wall cladding can change the overall ...

Cladding serves both functional and aesthetic purposes, protecting from the elements while enhancing the building’s appearance. When choosing materials, it is important to consider factors such as ...

Ancient builders had deep knowledge about environmental conditions and the physical needs of humans in their search for shelter. Regardless of technological advances and the evolution of our ...

A building’s façade is much more than a pretty face. Exterior cladding plays a dual role as the architecture’s primary aesthetic and the building envelope’s first layer, making it one of the most ...

When it comes to creating a serene living space, Medellín-based firm Opus Studio put nature first in their design for the gorgeous Gozu House. Located in the small Colombian province of Antioquia, ...

Stone veneer siding is increasingly popular because it has the attractive look of real stone at a fraction of the cost. Unfortunately, experts say it is very often installed improperly and those ...

The recent appointment of Roger Scruton as chair of the Building Beautiful Commission has reopened the argument about the use of traditional styles and materials within architecture. With a call to ...