The word “vane” originates from the Anglo-Saxon word “fane” which means “flag”. This is probably in large contribution to the medieval banners that flew in Europe. The earliest recorded weather vanes came before these banners at around 50 B.C. atop the Tower of the Winds in Athens, Greece. The vikings were also known to use […]
“When it rains, it pours.” Your building needs to be prepared for that rainy day. Choosing the best guttering system will prepare you for when the clouds roll in. Here are 3 great reasons to go with copper gutters: Endurance A stone home, as we all know, can last for hundreds of years. It only […]
The first dormers are attributed to architect Francois Mansart of France(1598-1666). He created the Mansard style roof, a four-sided and double-pitched with a lower, steep slope. The rooflines gave high attic spaces that gave additional living space without surpassing Parisian height restrictions. However, light and air could somehow needed to be introduced. To solve this […]
