Cube Two is a 26 square meter home that is designed for the future and smart living. This modern compact home is a prefabricated...

Home offices are big news since so many of us are now permanently working from home. So why not make yours uber stylish and practical...

Homeowners are embracing the romantic appeal of enjoying a fire in their very own backyards. More and more, when deciding on the best...

For some years now, wood has received an increasing amount of attention in the construction industry. With concerns raised about...

Located in the North India city of Kishangarh, this innovative industrial complex for Stonex India and designed by Deli-based Urbanscape...

Researchers have shown how industries could work together to recycle cigarette butts into bricks, in a step-by-step implementation plan...

As the “tiny house” movement sweeps across the world, the demand for luxurious, small homes is also growing in South Africa. Top-end tiny...

While it is encouraging that Cape Town has recovered from its severe drought less than three years ago, the fact remains South Africa is...

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) says it is making ‘steady progress’ in developing the multi-billion-rand N2 Wild...

Tesla’s Solar Roof Tile System is potentially one of the most disruptive products in the portfolio, but presents a massive challenge to...

The technology is very simple: Roofs are painted with special thick white, durable coatings that reflect sunlight. “It is an inexpensive...

Working from home saves on commute time and offers some nifty fringe benefits, such as being able to work in your sweats if you choose to...

The durability of these floors make them an attractive option for home owners. In his book, Guide to Polished Concrete Floors, author Bob...

Located in Shenzhen, China, the If Factory utilizes a sustainable design that transforms an old and disused factory into a creative mix...

There’s no need to break your budget when buying building materials, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for ugly. These 8...

A home-construction system of machined wood “bricks” that you tap into place with a mallet. The company, Brikawood, bills its system as...

If you are going to pay someone money to build you a Wendy house in Cape Town, a garden shed, or any other structure of this type you...

From aesthetics to acoustics, a number of factors can influence ceilings choices. Here's a tip sheet to make sure you get what you want,...

Less than 200 years ago, mud was the mainstream construction material in West Africa while brick and mortar were considered the...

It estimates that green energy could create 19 million jobs by 2030 and relaunch the global economy. Here's a look at the jobs of the...