Originally conceptualized as a way of bringing much-needed office space for their Fisher Body Company to downtown Detroit, the historic Fisher Building has evolved over the years to serve as Detroit’s greatest tribute. With a 325,000 square foot exterior, it is the largest marble-clad commercial building in the world. Keep reading for a detailed breakdown […]
The original UFO house–dubbed the “Futuro” upon its introduction in the late 1960’s–was designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen as a solution for an easy-to-erect ski chalet for the mountainous Scandinavian landscape. Made from 16 prefabricated fiberglass-supported polyester plastic panels, the Futuro was transported into the mountains and assembled onsite using a steel frame that […]
While it may sound far-fetched, the high demand for sand is a major concern. While it is often seen as an infinite resource, it’s becoming further from the case. Sand is used worldwide in multiple industries, especially when it comes to construction. Mostly extracted from beaches and river banks, it was always seen that sand […]
When you were young, did you ever want to live in a gingerbread house? Gingerbread house trim is there to help channel your inner child and get you the whimsy you want in your real-life home. But, how do you get that perfect trim to work with the architecture of your house? We have the […]