Radiant in Commercial
New York rental features radiant floor heating and social atmosphere
A new rental complex in the hip NYC neighborhood of Williamsburg is outfitted with fine features and a new "more social" living plan.
A new rental complex in the hip NYC neighborhood of Williamsburg is outfitted with fine features and a new "more social" living plan.
Even government agencies are involved in the pursuit of more energy efficient structures and decreased operational costs.
An end-unit townhouse in Coquitlam's Worthing Green complex spent only four days on the market before it was snatched up by an eager buyer. The Vancouver Sun reports that the recently built four-bedroom home is spacious and has 2,529-square-feet of living space.
In the pursuit of sustainability and decreasing operational costs, homeowners across the United States are aiming their construction efforts toward achieving "net-zero-energy" status. Net-zero-energy building certification is growing in popularity and many property owners and builders are pursuing the achievement. A net-zero energy building is a structure with no net energy consumption and no annual carbon emissions.
Advancements in solar panel technology and the increasing popularity of radiant floor heating are having an impact on the residential and commercial real estate market. For some property owners, the lure of the two technologies is the environment and for others its the increased operational cost savings.
Homeowners with radiant floor heating love the comfort it provides and they also probably enjoy that it doesn't break the bank.
Sometimes renovations can help make a property a home. An Arlington, Ohio, homeowner purchased a tiny property in 1994, and years later, after marrying her now husband, Lynn Gay-Roedel and Jeff Roedel had a decision to make. Would they stay in her small home or would they search for a new place together?
A Baltimore mansion is wowing prospective homeowners with its views and luxury features. CBS Baltimore reports that the waterfront home is behind a locked gate and is so large that the real estate company had to charter a helicopter flight for the photographer to take a photo of the estate.
Winter is almost over - even if Punxsutawney Phil somewhat got the date wrong for most of the U.S. - and you know that that means. Spring is upon us and all of the dirt, mud and sand that comes with it. As the snow melts and the rain showers begin, it's almost impossible to keep a home clean with everyone tracking dirt and grime in - unless you have a mudroom.
A Logan Square house in Chicago, Illinois, has recently been listed as for sale in the coveted neighborhood. Chicago Magazine reports that the home features a few additions that are a rarity in the crowded urban landscape - like a personal, suburban-styled garage that is away from the street.
If a homeowner is looking for a reliable and durable flooring material, he or she may be surprised to learn that concrete is a viable option. The flooring material is not typically found in kitchens and living spaces, but it offers even more benefits that traditional options and doesn't have to be cold and unattractive.
A luxury home in the heart of San Francisco has recently been listed as for sale. The San Francisco Gate reports that a Potrero Hill home features all of the classic design structures of an Edwardian-period construction, but the amenities and finishes of a modern property.