Since the environment is now invoked by politicians world-wide to justify almost anything, Canadians should watch Vancouver, where the catchy political slogan of Eco-Density has now replaced sound planning process and policy at City Hall. (more…)

Prefabrication, compact interior quality proposes new way of living

Distinctive cladding consists of corrugated galvanized steel and Prodema wood panels.

In spite of increased urbanization, the average size of single family houses in North America has more than doubled in the last 50 years, while the size of the average family has decreased. Given the intermittent use of most rooms in the home, this represents a highly inefficient use of land, materials and resources. (more…)