Building a sustainable home encompasses many features and elements. One of those features that has been under the spotlight recently is water efficiency. According to an article in Builder Magazine, the United States is currently at risk for severe water shortages. In an effort to help the current situation, the idea of making water efficiency a standard feature... [Read more...]

Deciding to build a custom home or plan a remodeling project in the upcoming year is a fantastic way to kick off the New Year. While planning to build a new home or renovation is difficult enough, keeping up with the latest trends and products can be even more stressful. If you are considering building in 2012 and are unsure of what products will be hot on the... [Read more...]

In a world where houses cost millions, MIT is trying something in a different direction. The Institute's 1K House Project is an effort to construct homes for the less fortunate for $1,000 each. This amazing idea has attracted quite a lot of attention and we are anxious to see where it goes. Various people came together to form what eventually became the... [Read more...]

Living a green and sustainable lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. In an effort to take the sustainable lifestyle across the ocean, a group of UMass Boston students recently traveled to Guatemala to not only aid a local community, but instill environmentally friendly and sustainable values in the residents. According to an... [Read more...]

Building custom homes and unique buildings in the eastern Massachusetts area is a specialty of Thoughtforms. For over three decades, Thoughtforms has been catering to every project need and presenting perfect final projects. From custom homes to home renovations, Thoughtforms has just about covered everything. If you haven't gotten a chance to take a peek inside... [Read more...]

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