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An Introduction to Earthships

Posted by Kevin Stevens | May 16, 2012

Imagine a home that heats and cools itself without the need of a furnace or AC unit; one that produces its own zero emission supply of electricity, and is not dependant on a municipal...


The Nebuta House at Aomori Harbor

Todd MacAllen on Designing Nebuta House

Posted by | May 07, 2012

Housing the Center for Creative Culture in Japan and set on the waterfront of Aomori Harbor, the Nebuta House is a strikingly simple yet elegant structure inspired by its surrounding...


Interior design and photo by Linda Merrill/Surroundings.

5 Houses that Bring the Water Indoors

Posted by Linda Merrill | Apr 12, 2012

Many of us dream of living in a waterfront property, conjuring up images warm days and cool breezy nights. Whether it’s the primary roof over your head or vacation retreat, living...


Meadowbrook Hall

The Biggest Houses in America

Posted by David Aaron Moore | Mar 14, 2012

Some of the biggest houses in America can be found in likely states such as New York and California and the District of Columbia, while still other significant sizable structures exist...


A contra dance at the Guiding Star Grange. Photo via Guidingstargrange.org.

A Green Grange Grows in Greenfield, MA

Posted by Cris Carl | Mar 07, 2012

The Guiding Star Grange in Greenfield, Massachusetts has been going through renovations in recent years to “not just make the building energy efficient, but a successful place for...


Whitney Houston performing for military families during the HBO-televised concert

Secrets of Whitney Houston's Real Estate

Posted by David Aaron Moore | Feb 27, 2012

While family and friends have been left trying to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of singing superstar Whitney Houston’s untimely death, one particular question remains for many...


The pool at Hearst castle photographed by Adam Verwymeren

4 Magnificent Mansions You Can Visit

Posted by Adam Verwymeren | Feb 21, 2012

With strong gates to keep us out and high walls to keep us from leering, most mansions are built to separate us from the 1 percent. But not all mansions are so exclusive. Many have...


Williams on his Paris roof

An Interview with Saul Williams

Posted by Chaya Kurtz | Feb 09, 2012

In his newest album, Volcanic Sunlight, Saul Williams sings about his heart, city streets and embracing the underbelly while enjoying...