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As energy costs continue to rise, homeowners are increasingly looking for smart, sustainable ways to heat their homes. An elegant diagram of a “Solar Window” has been gaining attention online, …
The Sun-Powered Heater: How This ‘Solar Window’ Works and the Crucial Mistake to Avoid Read MoreIn cities all over the world, new buildings often include ramps for wheelchair access. But look closer, and a common design flaw emerges: the ramp often leads to a secondary …
The Difference Between Access and Inclusion: A Guide to Dignified Design Read MoreAugust 8, 2025 – Walk through any of Phnom Penh’s rapidly developing neighborhoods and you’ll see the growing influence of modern architecture. Clean lines, bold forms, and a minimalist aesthetic …
The Minimalist Mistake: Why Your Modern Window Trim Could Be Causing Major Leaks Read MoreAn insightful architectural diagram from the design account @_iarchitect is helping people understand a vital concept: Climate-Specific Design. The graphic clearly contrasts how a home should be built in a …
The Third Climate: A Crucial Design Guide for Hot & Humid Regions Read MoreAugust 8, 2025 – As the afternoon sky darkens and another torrential downpour begins, thousands of residents across Phnom Penh perform a familiar ritual. They listen for the tell-tale drip… …
The Rainy Season’s Nightmare: Why Your Phnom Penh Flat Roof Is Leaking and How to Fix It Read MoreAugust 8, 2025 – As Phnom Penh’s skyline grows, so does the popularity of outdoor living spaces. New villas, apartments, and trendy cafes are increasingly featuring wooden decks and balconies, …
The Hidden Rot: A Tiny Gap That Can Save Your Balcony From Collapse Read MoreAugust 8, 2025 – For millions of people living in the world’s tropical and subtropical climates, the annual battle with oppressive heat is a familiar struggle. As temperatures climb, the …
Beat the Heat: The Architectural Secret to a Cooler Home Hiding in Plain Sight Read MoreA step-by-step, guide to diagnosing and correcting the twelve most frequent mistakes in compact home hydroponic setups—optimizing spacing, lighting, nutrient delivery, and airflow so every leafy green thrives. As urban …
Hydroponic Home Systems 2.0: Fixing Common DIY Design Flaws for Lush, Pest-Free Harvests Read MoreA comprehensive, step-by-step guide to diagnosing and correcting design and installation mistakes— from PV array sizing and controller configuration to heat‐pump integration and backup heater bypass—ensuring your grid‐tied and off‐grid …
Powering Your Hot Water Right: Fixing Integration Errors in Solar PV–Driven Domestic Systems Read MoreA step-by-step, guide to diagnosing and correcting design and installation errors— from panel oversizing and missing MPPT controllers to insufficient piping and lack of storage—so your solar-powered pump delivers consistent, …
Powering Up Right: How to Fix Common Solar Water Pump System Pitfalls for Reliable Off-Grid Irrigation Read More