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Our Homes - An Extension of Who We Are

Hello out there! Its almost Christmas and the sunshine here in Durban is beautiful today. We've been inspired by so many things this year - eco-friendly homes, homes made from recyclable materials... Another thing that has inspired us is how our homes are an extension of who we are. What does your dream home look like? How does it reflect who you are?

Here are some beautiful homes that we have found in our daily surfing of the internet. What do you think these homes say about their owners?

From: http://www.varietybackyard.net/modern-houses/

From: http://designandinterior.net/modern-house-design-inspiration-minimalist-house-design/

From: http://www.housedesigntrend.com/modern-house/aatrial-house-modern-house-poland-by-kwk-promes-architects/

From: http://www.thenewportbeachhouses.com/2011/01/a-great-experience-of-vacation-in-newport-beach/newport-beach-houses-3/

From: http://www.beach-backgrounds.com/islands/beach-background-the-beach-houses-on-maldives/

From: http://travel.ninemsn.com.au/holidaytype/beaches/655355/the-top-10-beach-houses-in-victoria

From: http://www.edukshun.info/37/dream-apartments/

From: http://www.crete-guide.gr/crete-apartments/

From: http://www.xiotel.com/

Amazing homes, aren't they? What does your dream home look like?

Creative Small Space Living

Hello out there!

Hope you're doing well out there! Today we wanted to post something we've been thinking about a lot - apartment dwelling and deco! Lately we've been amazed by the creativity that some truly inspired apartment dwellers have shown through their ingenious home decorating. They have given their homes not only a very comfortable feel but have made it funky too - all in a very small space. Check out these photos collected from the website, apartment therapy's recent small space contest at:
http://community.apartmenttherapy.com/contests/smallcool/2011/entries

Moved by Recycling!

Hey there! Its us again at Trakprops Construction! This week we've been thinking a lot about recycling - its so necessary for the health of our planet and,some pretty cool and modern projects can come about as a result. Check out these amazing photos of the ultimate recycling projects!

Project 1: Marc Riera's Sleeper Car Studio Apartment

This is an 85 foot long 1949 sleeper car. Inside it has been re-done and is surprisingly spacious. Here are a couple photos - take a look:

Incredible, isn't it?

If you're interested in finding out a little more about this project, we found our above info and photos at:

http://www.lowimpactliving.com/blog/tag/green-architecture/page/2/

Ready for another Recycling Project?

Try Recycling Project 2 on for size:

No big deal only a...

2-Bedroom Plane Hotel Suite.

Think its impossible? Check out these photos from inside:

Pretty amazing hey?

This Project is made from a 1965 Boeing 727 and is situated in Costa Verde Resort in Costa Rica.

If you're interested in finding more info about this very intriguing construction project, the link above for Project 1, also will lead you to information for Project 2.

Thanks for coming today and reading up on what's inspiring us! See you soon!

Intrigued by Green Architecture

Hello! The rain has finally stopped here in Durban (for a little while, anyway)! The rain has made everything look so green which quickly gets us thinking about the ever intriguing area of Green Architecture.

So just what is Green Architecture? Wikipedia says, "Green building (also known as green construction or sustainable building) refers to a structure and using process that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle: from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and demolition. This practice expands and complements the classical building design concerns of economy, utility, durability, and comfort."

Here are some beautiful photos that we've recently found of amazing Green Architecture design.

From: http://ry4ntan.wordpress.com/category/interesting-facts/architecture-interesting-facts/

A home in Quebec, Canada, built out of recycled shipping containers. Incredible!

From: http://www.lowimpactliving.com/blog/tag/green-architecture/

Part of the Dwell Home Collection. Not only is this home constructed with a high quality of design and modern amenities but, it is also constructed with particular detail to sustainable features that create an efficient and eco-friendly home.

From: http://www.lowimpactliving.com/blog/tag/green-architecture/

Home constructed of Steel - perhaps "the most recyclable building material on earth".

From: http://www.lowimpactliving.com/blog/tag/green-architecture/page/2/

Thanks for visiting!

In Durban and inspired by the beach...

Hello again!

What's inspiring us today? Well, being from Durban, a beautiful city on the East Coast of South Africa, we love the beach! What's currently inspiring us is the approaching summer and with it, beach homes! Here are some beauties that we think might just inspire you too!

Isn't this house a beaut? Designed by Robles Arquitectos and situated in Peninsula de Osa in Costa Rica.

From: http://www.trendir.com/house-design/eco-friendly-beach-house-in-costa-rica.html

and if you're not convinced at the beauty of this house... here's another photo... just to make you drool.

We love the big windows in the beach house. Makes you feel like you're sleeping right on the beach!

From: http://homeautodesign.com/2011/02/eco-friendly-beach-house-with-very-beautiful-view-of-nature-surround-meditation-yoga/eco-friendly-beach-house-design-inside-master-bedroom/

and than of course, there's the Peter DeMaria's Redondo Beach house that we featured in our blog about Container Homes.

From: http://www.treehugger.com/green-architecture/ceramic-paint-on-insulation-does-it-work.html

The possibilities for design are endless! What would your dream beach house look like?

What's Inspiring Us Today....

What's inspiring us today?

Some of the gorgeous eco-friendly homes of our beautiful country, South Africa. Here are a few photos for you so you can take a look and see what's getting us so excited.

Villa Designed By Rudolph van der Meulen of Nico van der Meulen Architects

From: http://momoge.com/experimental-solar-building-blue-hills-house-south-africa/

Sunset Cottage Designed by: Mark Casper-Ulnes of Modern cabana

From: http://momoge.com/modern-cottage-with-eco-friendly/

Home renovated by Carnemark ecological systems + design, inc to be more environmentally solvent

From: http://momoge.com/home-remodeling-eco-friendly-by-carenemark-system/

and now for a few eco-friendly homes from around the world...

Mt Martha modern house. Designed by: Australia’s Graham Jones Design

From: http://www.trendir.com/house-design/modern-house-design-built-of-e-1.html

A design by Canadian architect Paul Raff

Trakprops loves Canadians...

From: http://www.trendir.com/house-design/eco-friendly-home-design-in-toronto-a-window-with-a-waterfall-effect.html

From: http://architectaria.com/home-energy-efficiency-improvements-for-your-windows.html

Sky Scrapers

Its a Tuesday morning and you know what we're feeling inspired about? Skyscrapers. Here are some of our favorite buildings taken straight out of the beautiful New York city skyline.