architecture
Tiny home project to house Vernon youth at risk of homelessness takes off
VERNON – Tiny homes are proving to be a big hit in Vernon. As part…
New Enderby gas station gets architectural nod for innovation and beauty
ENDERBY – A busy stopping place in Enderby has been recognized for its unique architectural…
State of the art Splatsin Community Centre to open next month
ENDERBY - A new landmark on the Splatsin First Nation reserve in Enderby is set to open its doors next month. The Splatsin Community Centre on Highway 97A will have a grand opening Dec. 5. The circular building is modelled after the Splatsin’s traditional winter pit houses and features a green roof. With a full-sized...
Eco-friendly Earthship trend lands in Vernon
VERNON - Vernon could soon be home to a bourgeoning building trend: an off-grid, self-sustaining structure called an Earthship. The buildings — which feature recycled building materials like old tires and bottles, solar electricity, passive thermal heating and cooling, water collection systems, and indoor food production — are popping up all over the world from...