The Bungalow Bathroom The Bungalow Bathroom Indoor plumbing became commonplace in new homes during the last quarter of the nineteenth century. By 1900, most all-new construction of middle class housing contained indoor bathrooms. The American bungalow — popular in the 1900-1930 period — developed along with the modern American bathroom. Bungalows, considered the most modern … Read more
When Was Central Heating Invented? Central heating is something we’re used to having in pretty much every home and business – but it’s also a relatively modern invention, dating back to 1793. Here we’ll explore the origins of central heating and how the ways we warm our homes and water have changed over the years. … Read more
Accessory Dwelling Units — Can Granny Flats Save the World? Accessory Dwelling Units — Can Granny Flats Save the World? Shrinking polar ice caps, rising sea levels, ever-riskier oil and gas extraction — how, as responsible home dwellers and builders can we respond to these problems? Certainly we reclaim and recycle materials and strive to … Read more
Locate that New Bath Anywhere in the Home with a Macerating Toilet System Locate that New Bath Anywhere in the Home with a Macerating Toilet System Locate that new bath anywhere in the home with a macerating toilet system under a stairway, below the sewage line, or in a room tight for space: a macerating toilet system … Read more
Kitchen Islands Kitchen Islands: Everything you need to know One of the most common design features requested when planning a new kitchen, or updating an older one, is the kitchen island. As use of the kitchen space has evolved, from a meal preparation and cleanup room to the hub of family activity, dining, and entertaining, … Read more