Every home around the world has a story. And here in the United States, some of these homes have a great history behind them that they deserve to be visited and explored. Tiles king Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930) built this castle-like abode, from 1908 to 1912. He designed it using reinforced … Read more
When you’re shopping for a house, it’s likely that you’re going to have some quick (re-) education on the home styles that have been popular since they first came to exist. Here are the classic home styles, where you can learn a bit about their history and important elements. Cape Cod-style houses … Read more
In the 20th century, the world saw some amazing advancements. Along with other variations and innovations, this was also the time when automobiles also started to gain popularity. After the release of automobiles into the market, people from the upper spectrum were the first ones to use them due to their high … Read more
Homesteading dates back hundreds of years, being characterized by the desire to become self-sufficient. Homesteaders are usually found in the company of their own agriculture, preservation of foodstuffs, self-produced clothing, and even homemade textiles. Homesteading is often used by those who foresee imminent disasters approaching on the horizon and want to … Read more
The fascinating tulip’s and its equally fascinating history Tulip, a brightly colored jewel is originally from Kazakhstan whose part was conquered by the Ottoman Empire (present-day Turkey) in the 16th century. The Turks were quite impressed by the tulips’ beauty when they discovered them in the mountains of Kazakhstan. Some of … Read more