A third of renters claim they have fixed something in their rented home themselves rather than asking their landlord to do it.This is one of the...
The very best elevators do not hide away in a shaft. Here are 25 of the best elevators and unexpected elevator designs that will make you rethink your vertical commute.
A long-held dream of science fiction could be constructed today, if we don't put the ground floor on the ground.
What's the minimum number of floors you can take an elevator without being labeled a lazy JERK for not taking the stairs? In a new survey, two-thirds of people said taking an elevator just one floor is socially unacceptable. Only 11% said one floor is fine. 14% said two floors is the minimum. The most popular answer was three floors, with 22% of the vote . . . another 10% said four . . ...
Long a sci-fi concept, another Japanese team looks to make it real.
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Adding a platform that raises people and things from one level to another in a home is more than a desirable amenity for buyers. For many, it’s a necessity.
Elevator technology has remained an "up-and-down" technology for decades and done very well in getting us to the top floors of our high-rises. But a German firm has given the elevator a much-needed makeover and a new lease on life.
Share Home elevators are an improvement to your property, making your life easier and also adding value to your property. But as with all large equipment, you must take several precautions. Here are the most important safety tips to follow and avoid accidents or injuries. The Installation Process Is Essential The most important tip when …
Two of the tales in my new book, Twisted, make use of an elevator, which is more than a transportation device. It is a symbol of the descen...