Step inside interior designer Lindsay Anyon Brier, ASID's home in Mill Valley, California! Just north of San Francisco, the home is an oasis for the family five. From the colorful art peppering the walls to the windows and skylights that flood the space with light, the home is as personal as it is inviting. Head to the link below to watch the full tour!
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Building a stone wall around your house is a rewarding project that adds beauty, privacy, and security. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the process: Planning and Design Determine the Purpose: Privacy Security Aesthetic appeal Choose the Location: Mark the boundary where you want the wall to be. Check Local Regulations: Ensure you have the necessary permits and adhere to local building codes. Design the Wall: Decide on the height, width, and style of the wall. Consider the type of stone: fieldstone, granite, limestone, etc. Materials and Tools Materials: Stone: Calculate the amount based on wall dimensions. Mortar: Cement, sand, and water. Gravel: For the foundation. Drainage pipe: To prevent water buildup. Tools: Shovel and wheelbarrow. Level and measuring tape. Trowel and mason's hammer. String line and stakes. Construction Steps Prepare the Foundation: Excavate a trench along the wall's path, about 1-2 feet deep. Fill the trench with gravel and compact it for a stable base. Lay the Foundation Stones: Place the largest stones at the bottom. Ensure they are level and stable. Build the Wall: Mix the mortar according to the manufacturer's instructions. Apply a layer of mortar on the foundation stones. Place the stones one by one, applying mortar between them. Use a level to ensure each stone is properly aligned. Stagger the joints for stability. Add Drainage: Install a drainage pipe at the base to prevent water buildup. Finish the Wall: Continue laying stones and applying mortar until you reach the desired height. Capstones can be added on top for a finished look. Curing: Allow the mortar to cure for at least a week before subjecting the wall to heavy loads. Maintenance Tips Regular Inspection: Check for cracks or loose stones periodically. Cleaning: Clean the wall with water and a soft brush to remove dirt and moss. Repairs: Fix any damage immediately to prevent further deterioration. Naming the House Naming your house adds a personal touch and charm. Here are some tips: Reflect the Surroundings: Consider names that highlight natural features, such as "Stone Haven" or "Rocky Ridge". Incorporate Personal Elements: Use family names or meaningful words, like "Smithstone Manor" or "Heritage House". Historical Significance: If the area has historical relevance, incorporate it into the name, like "Pioneer’s Rest" or "Colonial Stonehouse". Inspirational Names: Choose names that inspire tranquility or strength, such as "Fortitude Manor" or "Tranquil Stones". Example Names Stone Haven Rocky Ridge Smithstone Manor Heritage House Pioneer’s Rest Colonial Stonehouse Fortitude Manor Tranquil Stones By following this guide, you can build a beautiful and sturdy stone wall around your house, enhancing its appearance and value. And by naming your house thoughtfully, you add a unique identity and story to your home. Enjoy the process and the lasting benefits of your hard work!
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1. Introduction Building a solid stone wall around the house not only provides safety, protects the family from external elements, but also creates a unique and sustainable architectural style. This construction needs to be well planned, including the choice of materials, design, and naming of the house to create a cozy and distinctive living space. 2. Benefits of stone walls Protection and Safety: The stone wall helps protect the house from external influences, such as inclement weather or intruders. Natural stone is highly durable, non-corrosive, which enhances family security. Heat and sound insulation: Stone is a material with good insulation, keeping the house cool in the summer and warm in the winter. In addition, it also helps to sound insulation, reducing noise from the outside. Aesthetics and Value: The stone wall creates an ancient and luxurious beauty for the house. It is also a factor that enhances the value of real estate, increasing the value of the house in the future. 3. Stone wall construction process Planning and Design: Determine the purpose and requirements of the wall. Choose the design and material of the stone in accordance with the architectural style of the house. Measuring and calculating dimensions and costs. Preparation of materials and tools: Choose the right stone: natural stone, granite, limestone... Prepare cement, sand, gravel and necessary construction tools. Proceed to construction: Dig the foundation and prepare the foundation. Build the wall according to the predetermined design, ensuring accuracy and aesthetics. Inspection and finishing, including waterproofing and protective paint if necessary. 4. Name the house The naming of the house is an important part, showing the personality and style of the homeowner. The name of the house can be associated with memories, characteristics of the house, or have a feng shui meaning. Notes on naming: Simple, easy to remember and pronounce. Match the style of the house. It may be reminiscent of family, nature, or an important event. 5. Conclusion Building a solid stone wall around the house not only creates a layer of safety protection but also brings aesthetic and spiritual value to the house. Naming the house also contributes to creating a special, unique and unique impression for your home.
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I love our tropical elevated homes in Darwin, they truly are valuable architectural heritage. It is such a pity that the majority of elevated homes have got 3-5 air conditioning units hanging off their facade these days, but it's no wonder, with ever increasing temperatures due to the effects of climate change. Examples of climate responsive architecture are so evident on elevated homes, principles of good orientation and shade, large openable glazed areas, lightweight materials are all to be encouraged on housing of all styles in the tropics, it was all they had back in the 50's, 60's and 70's. Most of our existing stock of elevated homes are aging and no longer meet the thermal comfort needs of the occupants, hence the evidential retrofitting of air conditioning and associated high energy consumption. The only real issue here is that when the air conditioning was installed, insulation, air sealing and high-performance glazing was not considered. Heat is gained through the building envelope, the roof, walls and floors, and via the glass, these days this can be easily prevented, it is possible to prevent this heat gain with insulation, restricting the heat flow that occurs when there is a temperature difference between inside and out. The advantage of elevated homes is that they are framed construction, this provides a cavity in which to house this insulation. There are also many market options for high performance glass including options for louvered & other door & window types that allow for 100% openability can be fitted to mitigate the heat gain from large opening sizes that should be retained to allow for air flow, true to original design. Leaky construction can be sealed to prevent the loss of cooled air when air-conditioning, this can be achieved by retrofitting vapour control layers in the roof, walls and floors fitted alongside any new insulation, to prevent condensation. The provision of door and window seals and can often be retrofitted by the homeowners themselves, at very low cost. Leaky construction allows cooled air to simply escape through the many gaps, excessive air changes in the conditioned space result in high energy consumption for residents who choose to be cool. In these days of high costs of living and high energy bills, many governments are moving to grant aid to assist homeowners to retrofit homes with insulation and air tightness and new high-performance glazing measures to combat high bills and reduce energy demand, this is because improving the energy efficiency of a home has many long-lasting positive benefits, reduced energy demand, reduced emissions, creates new sustainable industry & jobs and improves the thermal comfort & health for residents, and because everyone desires a comfortable home. Wouldn't it be amazing see funds available for energy efficiency upgrades & retrofitting insulation to our oldest and 'coolest' buildings. #energyefficienthomes #energy #nt #darwin #tropicalarchitectural #abcdarwin
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There are lessons to be learnt about how we protect the buildings that we love, says Anna Beckett, in the wake of the decision to rebuild the Crooked House pub. #architecture #heritage #conservation https://lnkd.in/eQNPsde7
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In the US, if this building was locally listed, its design would not be approved by local authorities. (For those not familiar with the US’s organic law, the federal government cannot control private property—this authority is delegated to states and then to local government.) Local public preservation/conservation policy, in the US, is overwhelmingly based on the Venice Charter (our translated version is called the “Secretary of the Interior’s Standards” (SOIS)). While new construction in historic contexts should mirror form, massing, scale, fenestration patterns, etc, item 9 in the Venice Charter and the SOIS forbids the copying of historical design elements of a particular architectural style. Or in another sense, a lot of infill construction in historic districts, in the US, is controlled by the obscure tastes of long dead Modernists.
Pastiche or not? This home was built in Stamford, Lincolnshire in 2005. It’s clearly been inspired by the historic Georgian architecture in the town. Some would say that we shouldn’t design new buildings like this because it imitates that of another work, artist, or period. l disagree though. Most people will look at this building and think it’s a beautiful home that looks great on the street and fits in well with the town. Surely that’s more important than concerns about copying historic styles.
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The special features of a property are often what attract us to them in the first place; splendid architecture, captivating views and glorious gardens all epitomise what might give a home its stand-out appeal. But sometimes, it’s the unique additions that are what really set a property apart – the spaces and places that include something a little out of the ordinary and perhaps even a welcome surprise. As an agent, it’s these type of homes which offer a hidden gem as part of the package or an amenity unlike any other that can provide an interesting talking point when speaking with potential buyers. And where that added bonus provides a recreational purpose, it can really help a property to stand above the rest – and perhaps even attract some press interest, too.
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