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Architecture & Design
Smart home: lighting, heating and security that pay for themselves
The smart home has ceased to be a futuristic idea and has become an accessible reality — devices that connect, are controlled from a phone, and make the ... Read more
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Biophilic design: why nature is becoming an integral part of the modern home
Biophilic design is an approach to interior design and architecture that consciously connects the home with nature — through an abundance of natural ... Read more
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Stone house in Istria and Dalmatia: from purchase to renovation
There is a moment, usually sometime in August, when you understand why these houses were built exactly like this. It's unbearably hot outside, and you're ... Read more
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Properties resistant to summer heat: design that reduces the need for cooling
Properties resistant to summer heat are becoming an increasingly important topic in the Croatian real estate market, especially on the coast, in larger ... Read more
Architecture & Design /
Smart home: lighting, heating and security that pay for themselves
The smart home has ceased to be a futuristic idea and has become an accessible reality — devices that connect, are controlled from a phone, and make the home more comfortable, safer, and more efficient are now within reach and within the budget of many owners. But with this accessibility comes a trap: it's easy to spend money on gadgets that impress in ...
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Biophilic design: why nature is becoming an integral part of the modern home
Biophilic design is an approach to interior design and architecture that consciously connects the home with nature — through an abundance of natural light, greenery, natural materials, water, airiness, and a connection between the interior and exterior space. It's not about mere plant decoration, but a deeper principle: people feel better in spaces ...
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Stone house in Istria and Dalmatia: from purchase to renovation
There is a moment, usually sometime in August, when you understand why these houses were built exactly like this. It's unbearably hot outside, and you're looking for a light sweater on the ground floor of an old stone house in the Istrian hinterland. The half-meter-thick wall absorbs the sun all day and only slowly releases it in the evening when it ...
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Properties resistant to summer heat: design that reduces the need for cooling
Properties resistant to summer heat are becoming an increasingly important topic in the Croatian real estate market, especially on the coast, in larger cities, and in new constructions. Ever warmer summers are changing the way buyers view apartments, houses, and holiday homes. Air conditioning is no longer the only answer to high temperatures. More and ...
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Small apartment, smart solutions: how to maximize space
Studio apartments and smaller flats are a common type of real estate in Croatian cities, especially among young buyers, singles, and investors who rent out apartments. Limited square footage, however, does not necessarily mean an uncomfortable or cluttered space. Two apartments with the same floor plan can appear completely different — one cramped and ...
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Boutique new developments: why buyers are increasingly choosing smaller projects
Boutique new builds are an increasingly sought-after segment in the real estate market in Croatia because they offer buyers a smaller number of apartments, more privacy, and a feeling of living in a quieter environment. In the last few years, buyers of new builds have been increasingly comparing large residential complexes with smaller projects that ...
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Mediterranean style in contemporary architecture: why buyers love it so much
In this guide, we explain what the Mediterranean style means in contemporary architecture today, why it is so appealing to buyers, which elements most influence the impression of a property, and what buyers, investors, and sellers who want to recognize or create a quality Mediterranean space should pay attention to. Contents What the ...
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Virtual tours and 3D tours: how to view a property without leaving home
Virtual tours and 3D walkthroughs are defined as interactive digital representations of spaces that allow customers to independently view properties via a browser, without physical presence. Unlike static photographs, this technology provides complete freedom of movement through the space, insight into real dimensions and room layout, and a sense of ...
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Apartment orientation, floor and floor plan: what influences the quality of living and property price
TL;DR: Orientation, floor, and floor plan often influence the quality of living and market value of a property more than the square footage itself. Dual-aspect apartments on higher floors with a functional floor plan consistently achieve a higher price than comparable apartments with less favorable characteristics. Before every property viewing, it's ...