Hong Kong has been the most expensive city for homebuyers for the past seven years, according to data by the Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey. One Hong Kong-based architect, James Law, believes his micro-homes may help reduce the housing crisis in this big city. His tiny home designs are anything […]
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Habitat for Humanity’s First 3D-Printed Home on the East Coast Belongs to a Mom with a Touching History
With the lumber prices on the rise, Habitat for Humanity saved around 15 percent per square foot when compared to regular building costs by choosing 3D house printing. They didn’t use wood, but rather concrete which is also better at retaining temperature. This helps save up money in the long […]
Brilliant Low Income Housing Idea in Columbia: Houses Made of Coffee Waste
When coffee’s roasted, the husks are discarded and it’s been the practice for a long period of time. However, thanks to this innovative company, they’re now being transformed into building materials. Coffee husks are papery natural materials of coffee beans that come off when the beans are roasted. In most […]