Common Ground School, Location: New Haven CT, Architect: Gray Organschi Architects Southern Yellow Pine in high-end architecture? You might be surprised. It’s true, this classic wood has long been a staple in outdoor projects and home improvement endeavors, thanks to its durability, affordability, and natural charm. However, in recent years, SYP has been gaining newfound […]
by Bryan | Mar 2, 2016 | DIY projects This step by step diy woodworking project is about a waist high raised garden bed plans. I designed this elevated planter box so you can grow vegetables on your Source: myoutdoorplans.com Waist High Garden Bed Plan As we start to thaw out, our…
By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor Sometimes things that are so futuristic and modern rely on the simplest of materials. That’s why we want to tell you about the Solar Decathlon house designed and constructed by The University of Texas at Austin (UT) and The Technical University of Munich (TUM). They call it: NexusHaus. The Solar […]
by Bryan | Aug 19, 2015 | Tools and Tips When lost, it is possible to use trees to assist you in navigation. Find a tree that has been cut down, you can observe the rings of the tree to discover which direction north is. In the northern hemisphere, the rings of growth in a […]
Southern Yellow Pine has a negative carbon footprint and is completely sustainable. If you want to plan an environmentally friendly building project, then look no further. Sustainability and green living have become more than buzzwords over the past decade, and most people now recognize how vital it is to make sure we’re still thriving on […]
by sarah | Oct 10, 2024 | Commercial, Environmental, Industry News, Residential, Why SYP? Discover the innovative ways Southern Yellow Pine is being used in the latest architectural trends and designs Common Ground School, Location: New Haven CT, Architect: Gray Organschi Architects Southern Yellow Pine in high-end architecture? You… by sarah | Oct 10, 2024 […]
“Building a new deck is a great way to increase usable living space that the whole family can enjoy, without breaking the bank. Compared to building an addition or converting an attic, constructing a deck costs a lot less, but provides one of the top ROI’s of all remodel projects.” Source: www.remodelingcalculator.org When building a […]
When you are getting ready to hire a contractor to build your deck you should thoroughly research their building history, get at least three estimates, and always ask them questions. This will help make sure that you are being dealt with fairly and that you will hire a contractor that you will be comfortable with […]
If you love flowers and designing colorful gardens filled with texture and aroma, pressure treated wood should be high on your list of useful materials as you create your next outdoor masterpiece. Modern pressure treated lumber is perfectly safe for kids, pets, and even growing edible plants like aromatic herbs, so it’s a great choice […]
by Bryan | Oct 8, 2015 | DIY projects By Bonnie Phelps, WIR Contributor Since the dawn of time, homes built off the ground have fascinated mankind. How many of us have watched the movie “Swiss Family Robinson” and thought how cool is that! Whether the appeal was to escape…
By Michael Connolly, WIR Contributor In 2007, Mark Ekis quit his fulltime job and turned his furniture-making hobby into a business after his Modern Rustic Wood Table took Miami by storm. The one-of-a-kind table that pushed Mark to pursue his… Powered by Big Boom Design
Wood Ceiling = Rustic Awesomeness One of the more popular design aesthetics you see these days are homes incorporating rustic charm. Interestingly, these rustic interiors use the ceiling as an essential design feature. No longer a blank white… “Since this is a big boy room now, we wanted to add some more texture to the […]
by Bryan | Oct 15, 2015 | DIY projects By Dannea Moneva, WIR Contributor Check out a handful of great ideas for kids woodworking projects you can easily do this weekend. Introduce them to the joys of woodworking. These projects will be an exciting opportunity to be creative, and at…
It’s easy to pick up some Southern Yellow Pine 2x4s for your weekend project, but do you know where your dollars are going? You might be surprised to know that there’s a big business behind your wood, and the lumber economy is actually one of the largest industries in the United States. Though the wood […]