Home Construction

Photo: etsy.com Home kits that include all the plans and materials needed to build your own home are now an economical solution for many DIYers. While these kits cost much less than purchasing a pre-built home, they can still be quite expensive. And because the materials are supplied and ready for you, it provides less flexibility for you to customize and tailor your home to your needs and tastes. Purchasing an inexpensive set of wood or log cabin plans, on the other hand, gives you the freedom to choose your materials and modify designs to fit your exact requirements. Below, you can discover some of the best cabin plans for building your own personal sanctuary. RELATED: 6 Things to Know About Small Cabin Kits—And the Best Ones You Can Buy 1. Saltbox Cabin With Loft Photo: etsy.com These downloadable cabin plans with a loft can help you create a 12-foot by 20-foot saltbox cabin. The digital packet includes building plans, exterior elevations, foundation information, framing plans, and ...

The best beach houses are designed for unplugging and relaxing—they can't be fussy or formal. These comfortable retreats excel at casual gatherings, and they also make the most of their surroundings. Perfectly positioned to embrace views, sea breezes, and the light at sunrise and sunset, these beach house floor plans will surely inspire the design of your future seaside getaway. Hart House by Casey Brown Architecture

A Yorkshire trail has been named one of the UK's most beautiful walks. The Coast to Coast path through the Yorkshire Dales has been named as one of the top ten stunning strolls in the country by walkers. The Dales national park has also been ranked as the second most popular national park in the country. Research by holiday cottage rental company Sykes Holiday Cottages discovered the Coast to Coast path was the fifth most popular in the country as voted for by 2,000 people. The path goes from St Bees in the west and passes through Ravenseat and Marske in the Dales and goes all the way to Robin Hood's Bay. Read more: Ukrainian refugee dumped by Bradford dad says she's 'lost, heartbroken and penniless' after split The stunning walk boasts views across the Dales in its middle section, and is 192 miles long. It takes on average 16 days to complete. Of the Brits that voted, half said stunning views were the most important to them, and many also cited lakes, rivers...

Alessandro DeMarinis of New York is a 4th generation plumber at his family's business. In the following article, Mr. DeMarinis discusses what to consider when an old building needs new pipes. Fully re-piping a large building is a massive undertaking. Across the world, notable structures and large apartment buildings alike require extensive maintenance work. Only the most skilled plumbing contractors can adequately refit a historic or large commercial building with new pipes. Alessandro DeMarinis of New York explains more about the laborious process of repiping. Fair warning: it's not a job for the faint-hearted. Why Old Buildings Need New Pipes Historic buildings often become ruins because it's considered that maintenance could be intrusive and damage the building's integrity. From New York's office skyscrapers to the UK's Houses of Parliament to Soviet-era apartment tower blocks in Central and Eastern Europe, buildings worldwide risk going defunct bec...

Built in 1895, this stunning Colonial Revival has been beautifully updated to incorporate modern design (recessed lighting, hand scraped hardwood flooring, air conditioning) while respecting the home's original layout & features like high ceilings, tall windows, & leaded and stained glass. Features include a central hall leading to a step-down sunroom with a hand-fired Arts & Crafts tile floor, living room, sitting room, huge dining room and a newer ceramic tile full bathroom. Newer gorgeous eat-in kitchen w/honey maple cabinets, granite counters & KitchenAid appliances (double ovens, 5 burner gas cooktop, dishwasher, French door refrigerator). The second floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 more full baths, a laundry room, an open sitting room & a small kitchen which was previously part of an in-law set up. There are three finished rooms on the third floor. Out back is a 2.5 car garage, a slate patio & a large, paved parking area. Mechanical upda...

The building of your new home is an exciting moment. It's also a relatively easy time to let your eco-friendly ideals lapse. However, a few simple ways can ensure your home is eco-friendly during construction, especially since designing an eco-friendly residence is now faster and more economical than ever. Using recycled materials such as wood, metal, and glass when building your property can help it be more eco-friendly without compromising design or structural integrity. It effectively reduces overall construction costs and waste. Green roofing can be another standard option to ensure eco-friendliness during construction. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. 7 Methods to Guarantee Your Home is Ecofriendly During Construction 1.      Well Pump A well pump can help you save water and make your home more environmentally friendly. Using a well pump, you can avoid utilizing water from your municipality's w...

To subscribe to the TDOT_REGION4_LANE_CLOSURES list, send an email to LISTSERV@LISTSERV.TN.GOV and type subscribe TDOT_REGION4_LANE_CLOSURES in the message body. To unsubscribe from the TDOT_REGION4_LANE_CLOSURES list, send an email to LISTSERV@LISTSERV.TN.GOV and type unsubscribe TDOT_REGION4_LANE_CLOSURES in the message body. REGION 4 MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES Wednesday, October 26 through Wednesday, November 2: There will be possible DAYTIME lane closures at various locations in Region 4 to repair pavement and/or retrace pavement markings and guardrail repair on an as needed basis. There will also be NIGHTTIME lane closures for guardrail repair at various locations throughout the 21 counties. District 47 - West TN – Northern CARROLL COUNTY, SR-76 (US-79): The grading, drainage, construction of a concrete box bridge, noise wall and paving on US 79 (SR 76) from west of Cades-Atwood Road in Gibson County to east of SR 77 in Carroll County will cause temporary lane closures thro...