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Heat waves can be dangerous, and the conditions indoors can be worse than outdoors. A study of all the single-family homes in Austin, Texas, shows why.
Housing policy should take note of what a home really means to people.
Ukraine and Russia’s power grids used to be linked, leaving Russia with a deep understanding of how Kyiv’s energy systems work.
In South Africa’s Makanaskop, the kraal is a sacred space for rituals but small plots with outside toilets undermine this cultural use.
Leaving more green space at the front of the house reduces flooding risk.
For residents who can’t afford to move, rising lot rents can mean losing everything.
Most sellers already pay no tax, so the proposal’s benefits would flow to the richest.
How to prevent insulation creating the very problems it’s supposed to prevent - damp and mould.
Cities are seeking low-cost ways to ease the heat island effect. Researchers found benefits and trade-offs in two popular options, but they vary by city and even neighborhood.
Across the US, heirs’ property laws hamstring families that want to build housing or leverage their land for loans. One Alabama project shows how policy reform and savvy design can build a way forward.
Hedges and trees may actually reduce home exposure to radiant heat and flying embers, but they must be well maintained. Two scientists who study how plants burn explain.
During World War I, the US government designed and constructed entire communities for workers and their families, setting new standards for housing and neighborhood planning.
Housing market appreciation has been the primary driver of growing white-Black wealth disparities since the mid-1980s.
Architectural changes have not altered the cultural norms, values, habits and behaviours attached to Xhosa rondavels.
The vast majority of damage to residential buildings during flooding occurs in basements. Rather than rebuilding identically after a disaster, we need to build better.
Our new research shows a few simple steps can dramatically improve the energy performance of a home, and ensure occupants don’t shiver through winter unnecessarily.
While price is important, it’s not the only thing that matters in clinching a deal. Buyers can do a number of things to improve their chances of securing a property.
The singer’s home reflects the rags-to-riches trajectory that epitomizes the American Dream. Yet Presley and his estate were seen as not quite refined enough to reflect true upward mobility.
The federal government says it’s committed to addressing the challenges faced by younger generations, including housing affordability and the high cost of living. Does the budget deliver on its promises?
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