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Cool Roofing and Landscaping — Reflective or white roofs can significantly reduce heat absorption, lowering cooling costs.

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Green Building Practices in North Texas: Eco-Friendly Homes - Team Nelson

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Discover eco-friendly home building practices in North Texas with Team Nelson, ensuring energy efficiency, sustainability, and financial savings.

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fluidic style architecture is like the fluidity of fabrics

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People who knit, sew, etc can describe it as stress relieving and something calming. It is an outlet for expression and the product can reflect the artists state of mind and creativity.

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without the the stairs I like the entrance of this house and how its slightly curved and has a railing

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railing ideas

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twisted columns resemble jumbo yarn that weavers use

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I think Victorian style homes would be a good fit, some design incorporate some of the same elements

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Corrugated roof could resemble folded/ruffled fabric

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the edge of the roof kind of resembles a lace fabric

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skilled in the art of garment construction, which involves cutting fabric according to patterns, sewing pieces together, and assembling garments such as dresses, shirts, pants, skirts, and jackets

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a knitter can create garments like sweaters or blankets made out of yarn

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weavers create a fabric or cloth

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A person who makes fabric by weaving fiber together is a weaver. Most weavers use a loom, a device that holds the threads tightly as they're being woven. A craft weaver works by hand, weaving without a loom, but most weavers use either a hand loom or a power loom.

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Someone who makes garments (or fabrics) by intertwining yarn or thread.

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One whose job is sewing and making clothes.

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Textile artists create original designs and artworks using various techniques and materials, such as weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing, painting, embroidery, and more. They can work in different fields, such as fashion, interior design, fine art, education, or research.

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outdoor area

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Discover the latest Architecture news and projects on Adu at ArchDaily, the world’s largest architecture website. Stay up-to-date with articles and updates on the newest developments in architecture.

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interior

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the potential impact of backyard cottages

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Potential of ADUs We know we face multiple crises - climate change creating extreme weather patterns, depleting natural resources, social injustice and inequity, and to top it all off, a significant housing shortage. We also know the built environment plays an important role and is impacted by all of these crises. Given what is at

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: skill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity

"We have not the strength with which to fight this man; we must ... win, if win we can, by craft." - Jack London

: an occupation, trade, or activity requiring manual dexterity or artistic skill

: the members of a trade or trade association

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skill stresses technical knowledge and proficiency.

cunning suggests ingenuity and subtlety in devising, inventing, or executing.

artifice suggests technical skill especially in imitating things in nature.

craft may imply expertness in workmanship.

Examples of craft in a Sentence

Noun never hesitated to resort to borrowed a The furniture is He is She craft to get what they wanted in life craft to get across the river Verb crafted from bamboo. crafting a new sculpture. crafted a strategy to boost the company's earnings.

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'craft.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

Noun and Verb

Middle English, strength, skill, from Old English cræft; akin to Old High German kraft strength

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

The first known use of craft was before the 12th century

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skill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity; an occupation, trade, or activity requiring manual dexterity or artistic skill; articles made by craftspeople... See the full definition

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Kids learn about the jobs, trades, and occupations of colonial America including apothecary, blacksmith, cabinetmaker, cobbler, cooper, milliner, printer, and wheelwright.

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The word ‘Craft’ comes from the Middle English word for ‘strength’ or ‘skill’ derived from the Old English word craeft which comes from Old High German kraft, for strength, and means “skill in planning…

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1. Find the best location for your cottage

2. Use sustainable building materials

3. Try alternative heating and cooling solutions

4. Lighting your cottage efficiently

5. Be water wise

6. Furnish your home responsibly

7. Install Energy-Efficient Appliances

8. Solar power for homes

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ADUs for Aging in Place: Enhancing Accessibility and Comfort

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ADUs for Aging in Place: Enhancing Accessibility and Comfort in Connecticut Homes

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Enhance accessibility and comfort in Connecticut homes with ADUs for aging in place. Learn about key features and tips for building accessible ADUs for a safer living environment.

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Building a Backyard Cottage ADU | RenoFi

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If you are looking to maximize your landscaping space, you may be wondering what you can and cannot build in your backyard. Check out our guide.

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-choose eco friend materials

-passive solar design can save energy

-proper insulation can reduce the need for ac/heating

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Accessory Dwelling Unit Plans: Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Design Ideas | F9 Productions

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Introduction – Definition and Importance of ADUs Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are secondary housing units on single-family residential lots. These units are also often referred to and known as granny flats, in-law suites, or backyard cottage and offer an efficient way to increase living space without the need for additional land. ADUs can be attached…

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Accessibility is important to make everybody feel welcomed

-wide doorways

-low or no threshold entryway

-ramp

-no steps

-different color floor from walls

-lining walkway with lights

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Building Disability-Friendly ADUs: Key Considerations - Maxable

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Show your tenants you care by building an accessible ADU that is designed with their needs and disabilities in mind.

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floorplan examples

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The best accessory dwelling unit (ADU) plans. Find small 1-2 bedroom floor plans, 400-800 sq ft garage apt designs & more. Call 1-800-913-2350 for expert help.

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A glassmaker could produce the stained glass for this structure. There is also painted steel used.

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Different ways a cottage can look

-models made by architects

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UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design

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Small Infrastructures - UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design

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The exhibition Small Infrastructures examines how architectural practice can contribute to recent housing legislation and larger problems of urban housing in

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This backyard cottage was made in Denton and is an example of how a cottage would look in this ecosystem. The steel poles are also a piece created by a craftsman.

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Five House

Lead Designer | Michael Gooden, AIA
Project Architect | Kevan Russell, AIA

Situated on a quiet street in a subdued neighborhood of Denton, TX, this "granny-flat" serves as a retreat for the owner's extended family and guests. The new addition sits atop a portion of the double lot that was home to a former horse stable. When the homeowners decided to add a guest house and pool to the property, they wanted to ensure that the design not only complement the main 1949 mid-century modern residence, but honor its historic era.

The house employs a limited vocabulary of materials, displaying rich texture and amplifying the movement of sun and shadow across the façade. A board-formed concrete frame supports a simple, mono-slope standing seam metal roof that floats above a delicate clerestory ribbon of glass. Hearty Brazilian Cumaru wood cladding is used as a strong vertical texture on the façade, as well as the decks and ceilings throughout the house. The house is organized on a strict 5-foot planning grid, thus, earning its name, Five House. The Living Room and Bedroom open to the outdoor decks through a pocketing glass wall, while rolling solar screens and a generous roof overhang allow for privacy and shade during the day. The roughly 700 SF project is organized along the North-South axis of the site, engaging the natural landscape and serving as the terminus to the 50ft lap pool.

Five House

Lead Designer | Michael Gooden, AIA
Project Architect | Kevan Russell, AIA

Situated on a quiet street in a subdued neighborhood of Denton, TX, this "granny-flat" serves as a retreat for the owner's extended family and guests. The new addition sits atop a portion of the double lot that was home to a former horse stable. When the homeowners decided to add a guest house and pool to the property, they wanted to ensure that the design not only complement the main 1949 mid-century modern residence, but honor its historic era.

The house employs a limited vocabulary of materials, displaying rich texture and amplifying the movement of sun and shadow across the façade. A board-formed concrete frame supports a simple, mono-slope standing seam metal roof that floats above a delicate clerestory ribbon of glass. Hearty Brazilian Cumaru wood cladding is used as a strong vertical texture on the façade, as well as the decks and ceilings throughout the house. The house is organized on a strict 5-foot planning grid, thus, earning its name, Five House. The Living Room and Bedroom open to the outdoor decks through a pocketing glass wall, while rolling solar screens and a generous roof overhang allow for privacy and shade during the day. The roughly 700 SF project is organized along the North-South axis of the site, engaging the natural landscape and serving as the terminus to the 50ft lap pool.

METRICS

Completion Date - February 2020
One Story Accessory Dwelling (Guest House)
672 Square Feet
1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom
250 SF Covered Patio

TEAM

Architecture & Interior Design - M Gooden Design
Structural Engineer - Steve Bai, Ph. D, PE
General Contractor - Larson Construction
Pool Builder - Gohlke Pools
Photography - Parrish Ruiz de Velasco
Stylist - Russell Brightwell

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Lead Designer | Michael Gooden, AIA Project Architect | Kevan Russell, AIA Situated on a quiet street in a subdued neighborhood of Denton, TX, this "granny-flat" serves as a retreat for the owner's extended family and guests. The new addition sits atop a portion of the double lot that was home to a former horse stable.

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This cottage is made of wood which could have been put together by a carpenter and painted

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this building roof uses steel which could be something the craftsman can make

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Sunward Steel Buildings, Inc., fabricated and supplied this pre-engineered steel building addition on behalf of a customer in Penn Valley, California, in November of 2010.

An attachment to an existing building on the grounds of the Pilot Peak Winery, an award-winning, solar-powered wine operation situated in Northern California's Sierra Nevada Foothills, the building offers unrivaled durability and attractive, eye-catching construction. Known for its sauvignon blanc and Mourvedre wine varieties, among others, Pilot Peak Winery sources the majority of its grapes from within 5 miles of the property and features a small vineyard, a tasting room, and expansive, scenic grounds.

Attractive, Affordable Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries

An increasingly popular construction option among owners and soon-to-be-owners of wineries, breweries, distilleries and similar operations, pre-engineered steel buildings are sustainable, easy to erect and low maintenance, making them ideal for use as tap rooms, tasting rooms, wine and beer-making equipment storage areas and more. This particular solar-powered steel overhang building helps increase the winery's overall sustainability, and it also helps create a safe, covered, and welcoming space for guests to sip and sample wines and otherwise enjoy the surrounding property.

Part of Northern California's Nevada County, Penn Valley is a sparsely populated, census-designated place. The community lies about 62 miles outside Sacramento and about 95 miles outside Reno, Nevada.

Considering purchasing a prefabricated steel building for use as a winery, brewery or distillery in California or another part of the country? Explore your options for steel buildings in California or for a price quote.

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Prefabricated Steel Building Addition In Penn Valley, California

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Sunward provided this steel building addition in California. The steel overhang was added onto a winery building for Pilot Peak Winery in Penn Valley, CA.

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What is an backyard cottage in Texas and Everything You Need to Know About it

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Info about backyard cottages

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Small House Solutions l Design-Build in Texas

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What is an ADU in Texas and Everything You Need to Know About it

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Unlock ADU insights in Texas: A complete guide to Accessory Dwelling Units. Learn all you need for informed decisions and efficient planning.

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Marlon Blackwell incorporates natural materials like locally sourced Cyprus

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-uses materials like wood and steel