How much does it actually cost to commission an architect to design an "interesting" home? [more inside]
posted by electric_counterpoint on Dec 31, 2008 - 10 answers

Residential Electricity: Is it possible to measure current flow through romex in a non-invasive manner? [more inside]
posted by allelopath on Jan 2, 2008 - 16 answers

I want to know more about Brady Bunch-era American house designs. [more inside]
posted by punkfloyd on Dec 19, 2007 - 9 answers

How do I send email from a linux box from my residential cable modem connection? [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep on Jul 6, 2007 - 10 answers

My partner and I are thinking about buying an old mechanic's shop and converting it into a home, but we need a little visual inspiration. Where can I find images (books, magazines, websites) of garages turned living spaces? And, does anyone have advice about commercial to residential remodeling?
posted by B-squared on Apr 29, 2007 - 10 answers

Is it safe to live directly underneath a large number of radio and/or cell towers? [more inside]
posted by lorimer on Jan 8, 2007 - 21 answers

So when is a business not a business? This relates to zoning regulations, and what seems to be a way around a prohibition of businesses in residential neighborhoods. [more inside]
posted by tommyD on Aug 31, 2006 - 9 answers

MentalHealthFilter: To try and sum up a fairly long and complicated issue: My brother, 23, is diagnosed as bipolar. It's been an uphill battle ever since he was admitted to the psych hospital at 11/12 years old. Although his diagnosis and medications have switched many times, nothing seems to work. [more inside]
posted by unsigned on Jul 10, 2006 - 5 answers

Where could a young, devilishly handsome architect find free 3d models of office and residential buildings to download, preferably in 3ds or DXF format? [more inside]
posted by signal on Aug 9, 2004 - 5 answers