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Since 2018, a number of U.S. cities and states have changed their laws to allow more housing in most single-family neighborhoods. Among them are Minneapolis; Austin, Texas; and Oregon and Washington states. All now allow two or more homes on lots that used to just house one. In California, a similar law, SB 9, was hailed as a way to spur housing […]

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority has completed tunneling for the $2.4 billion D Line Subway Extension Project, also known as the Purple Line, the agency announced on April 2. Metro will continue to work with two joint ventures — one of Skanska-Traylor-Shea, and another made of Tutor Perini and O&G Industries — to complete […]

With summer days ahead, it’s time to start thinking about how to cool off and create a relaxing oasis in your own backyard. A pool is an obvious choice when it comes to a fun way to enjoy the hottest of days, but with that comes cost, maintenance, and upkeep. But having a pool in your backyard […]

Whether you’re a new homeowner who’s knee-deep in a gut renovation or you’re making necessary upgrades to your forever home, you might think that every home improvement is simply a sunk cost. Don’t despair, though. Home improvements can greatly increase the value of your home in the long run (especially if you decide to sell). You can also get […]

A new airship production site in Doncaster, UK will help to create a fleet of “green” aircrafts by Hybrid Air Vehicles (HAV) set for take off in 2028. The City of Doncaster Council and HAV have revealed plans for a flagship Airlander 10 production centre at Carcroft Common. The Airlander 10 is described as “ultra-low emissions” and […]

Top Five Investment-Worthy Kitchen Upgrades  If you’re thinking of remodeling your home, the kitchen is a smart place to put your money. Kitchens and bathrooms are very valuable in terms of desirability from potential home buyers. They are a great focal point when deciding where to spend your money in prepping your home for sale. Keep […]

In another bid at keeping up with the digital age, Michelin has added new Los Angeles restaurants to its California guide, including several that have opened in the last six months. Among them you’ll find Sushi Sonagi, Time Out’s best new restaurant of last year, which is loved for its Korean-influenced omakase and warm approach to service, […]

Urban planning has always been a complex, large-scale “brain teaser” for architects. It requires the collaboration of several disciplines: architects, urban planners, sociologists, anthropologists, environmentalists and transportation planners, and the coordination of many bureaucratic governing bodies. Following the rapid technological advancements in the early 2000s, the concept of “smart cities” gradually emerged, eventually gaining significant […]

Dubai is set to add another mega-structure to its already-famous skyline—the Ziggurat Pyramid, which, when completed, will stand at 1,200 meters tall, cover an area of approximately 0.88 square miles (circa 2.3 square kilometers), and house one million people. The Ziggurat Pyramid was announced in 2008 and is expected to dwarf the Great Pyramid of […]

The new year kicked off with buzzy openings in Los Angeles. And there are many more anticipated in coming months. The city awaits the return of Somni, Aitor Zabala’s Michelin-starred tasting menu restaurant, and the unveiling of Jônt, the Washington, D.C., favorite (with two Michelin stars). There’s Maydan Market, Rose Previte’s culinary destination, also coming […]