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Novaplas supplies a range of friendly architectural products to the building industry based in Perth WA. Its products are recognized by green authorities.

In our previous Foursquare Garden article we posted in Signs of the Times, we discussed the length of the garden the Pennsylvania Germans designed as being sixty-six feet long. This was because the length of an eighteenth century fence panel or rail was eleven feet. There is also an important invention designed in England that helped to shape the layout of our nation. The Gunter's chain played a primary role in mapping out America in for three hundred years beginning in the 1600's.

This net-zero house in the Catskills region of New York by LANG Architecture integrates sustainable features like solar PV panels, triple pane high performance windows and an energy recovery ventilation system, among others.

Tranquil shades of taupe, champagne, white, beige, silver and crème predominated by light-toned wood and panelling usher in a sophisticated aura in this Brazilian home by Schuchovski Arquitetura. Amplifying specific elements, disrupting visual continuity, and thus creating focal points that add an unexpected touch to the design form the mainstay of this design.

The world now needs innovative and sensitive design ideas for new energy systems. Designs that are not meant to "win over" people; but actually improve the environment. Those days are not far, as some of the recent examples of multi-functional and well appreciated energy landscapes - does exist.

A tall, sharp front corner and the rhythmic stepping of green terraces - Chintels Corporate Park by Design Forum International crafts a distinct work-play environment.

XBD Collective designs a palatial, contemporary beach mansion facing the infinite coastline in Dubai. The villa is wrapped in a warm blanket and is protected against weather elements for its lifetime.