Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials for driveways. In good condition, a concrete driveway is a smooth surface that allows for easy driving to and from the garage or house, as well as a level surface where the people who live there can play and work. Concrete is a popular material, but there are alternatives that may be a better fit for your driveway. Here are six alternatives to a concrete driveway to consider when it’s time to upgrade your driveway.
Interlocking pavers are often used for patios, porches, balconies, and rooftop decks. They can also be used as driveway pavers to resurface a worn out or outdated driveway. Driveways are often paved with concrete, brick, asphalt, or gravel. A newer option — interlocking driveway pavers — has the benefits of a paved driveway without the maintenance of other driveway surface options.
There are a number of different materials for a rooftop deck that each come with pros and cons. Choosing the right material will ensure the deck will last in the Baltimore climate and be as accessible as possible throughout the year.
The days of the cubicle farm are (nearly) over. While some offices still retain the cubicle set up, other offices are focused on creating a work environment that inspires creativity and productivity with some focused on outdoor office patio design. Creating quiet work spaces, complete with tables, chairs, charging stations, and wi-fi, can be a workplace amenity that employees get excited about.
Choosing balcony floor tiles is an important decision that requires consideration of many different factors. Let’s look at a breakdown of these factors and then a look at how Aspire can help you revamp your balcony.
There are a number of commercial flat roof paving systems that can handle high foot traffic. The majority, however, require specialized knowledge to install, and while they can support high levels of foot traffic, it is more related to maintenance or facilities crews rather than pedestrian traffic or a place that would support a rooftop patio.
Patios are a beneficial space for a home or business. They create a space for people to gather and connect or take a quiet moment in nature. For businesses, restaurants, and housing projects, patios are an amenity that can attract employees, guests, and residents
High-rise living offers many benefits — proximity to work and entertainment, less maintenance than a single-family home, building amenities, and more. However, the hidden gem of high-rise living is the amenity deck.
Through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, program, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) created a framework in which points are awarded to buildings that meet certain criteria regarding sustainability. Buildings can earn different levels of LEED certification depending on how many credits they earn.
