Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Using Architectural Louvers And Other Key Elements To Make A Home Unique

By Essie Osborn


It's not because governments want to put their noses in places where they don't belong, such as with the building codes. In fact, they are there as a means of protection, for those who are building it, for the structure itself, and for the residents who are to reside within it. Below, discover architectural louvers and key elements that make a building work and stand apart from others.

Louvers are designed to serve a purpose, and at the same time do so in a way that unifies. Their purpose is to admit both light and air in a safe and appropriate way, while keeping out direct sunlight, rain and other elements of nature that could cause issues to the structure and discomfort. These blinds or shutters are typically made with beautifully designed horizontal slats that fit onto a structure like a glove.

When the home is healthy, its residents are healthy as well. For that to happen, the residents need air circulation as well as light, without allowing any harmful effects to come their way. Water is one of the biggest problems for any structure, and these help to keep it out. However, direct sunlight can make living very uncomfortable, in many ways. So as they serve their purpose, they are also designed in a way to enhance a structure's appearance.

When they are addressed as architectural, they also mean they look great. Having said that, it is imperative for a home to look appealing, and this happens through careful planning and a keen eye for detail. If it wasn't so, most buildings or homes would look quite identical, and no one wants that. Such a world would be uninteresting, bland, and downright boring.

With these key details, everything changes. The structure becomes attractive and interesting, almost with its own personality. Truly, it is this that sets one building apart from the next, which is really all about great design. Consider how neighborhoods are built by one builder who has a couple of designs. What's more is that they don't have to be extremely expensive solutions.

There are various ways to achieve such an impact, such as with a simple coat of paint. Try a different color on the facade and make the front door stand out. All this can be done in an affordable manner. A water feature is a great way to create curb appeal as well.

What's more is that there are numerous ways to make a stunning structure. One way uses creative lighting. The interesting thing about lighting is that it is evident in both the day and night. At night, it's all about illumination, but in the day, it's about the beautiful fixtures. There are numerous types of fixtures available to really beautify a structure.

People have so many opportunities to to create interest and give a structure a personality all its own. The details should be in keeping with the structure as well as reflecting the personality of its residents. Louvers come in numerous shapes and sizes, designs and colors so it's not difficult to create a custom look. They can use paint, statues, water features, lights and so much more to make every passerby stare at it in awe, admiring its beauty and appeal.




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