Under the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England, which began in 1558, Catholics were persecuted by law and priests were imprisoned, tortured, and frequently executed. As a result of this oppression, wealthy Catholic families began building secret chambers and passages in their homes called ‘priest holes’ in order to hide priests when the pursuivants or ‘priest hunters’ came searching.
There’s nothing quite like being in your own home. But sometimes when there are others around, you just need to find some place that you can escape to. Why not build something into your house that lets you do just… Continue Reading →
If the world ever does end, we'll know where to hide!
See clips of past Civil Defense films from the '50s & '60s, plus how to make a bomb shelter, what to stock, and more details from the Cold War era.
A thermonuclear war, a zombie virus outbreak, or an alien invasion — whatever may arrive, the world population could deplete ... Read more
Doomsday bunkers are typically constructed underground of very thick reinforced concrete walls or carved into a mountain with thick steel doors. Rather than just providing spaces for survival, these units are becoming the epitome of luxury.....
Suddenly, heading six feet under doesn’t sound so bad, especially when the new digs often include pre-stocked food and blast-proof doors.
Image 14 of 37 from gallery of Bunker House / Estudio Botteri-Connell. Photograph by Gustavo Sosa Pinilla
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
Villa Vals is a rentable property in Switzerland that doesn't seem like it should exist in this century. Maybe in an alternate year 2011, one where Thor has come to Earth and fallen in love with Natalie Portman and you are sad that he did not fall in love with you before he joined The Avengers.
We went to the last day of the Parade of Homes this weekend! The Parade of Homes is an open house tour of tons of new houses in the Raleigh area each October. Click Here to see the entries. They had a really cool iPhone app that we used to find houses near where you are. We saw 5 amazing houses and they were all really big and gorgeous! The Parade of Homes houses range in price from practical $150k starter homes to extravagant $2.5M estates. We went to those on the upper end because they're usually pretty unique and the most fun to tour! This post is really, really picture heavy. Prepare for some amazing inspiration! The first house we toured was lovely. I didn't take any pictures inside, but here's the outside, I loved the architecture in this neighborhood. The Asheville - $949,000 - 4,476 sqft Next, we went to a smaller house in the same area. I forgot to take a picture of the front, but it was cute. I think the best part was the basement, it was really neat. Game table and tv lounge in the basement Awesome bar and mini-kitchen in the basement Guest Bedroom Guest Bedroom again Dining Room back upstairs Then, we went to the best one of them all, the $2.5 million house in Cary. This house was gorgeous, I think I would be able to live there ;) This house features an amazing interior, but also a pool, elevator, and personal dance studio, craziness. Intrada Grande - $2,480,000 - 6,236 sqft Gorgeous dining room to the left of the foyer Built-ins and pass through from the dining room Beautiful carpet inlay in the floor instead of a rug Love these curtains, gold and silver are so pretty together Pass-through window from the kitchen to the outdoor kitchen and living area Backyard looks out over one of the greens on the golf course Yes, there's an elevator, lol! Cute nook and seating bench. Love the grass- cloth wallpaper Interesting powder bath, bold blue stripes Amazing bench seat in the master bedroom, love the carpet too! My favorite room of the house, the master bedroom. So pretty. Love the art above the dresser and the color scheme Amazing master bathroom... gorgeous details Loved the vanity and lighting too Double shower in the master bath Loved this dresser and the little porch off the stairs Loved this chair and pouf combo in one of the offices upstairs [More pictures of the upstairs to come] Here's the last house that I took pictures at: Amy's Nest - $748,000 - 4456 sqft Pretty kitchen, although Kevin thought the lime green was crazy ;) Loved the custom paneled fridge and freezer Cool outdoor entertaining area Loved this idea of using hooks with letters of your last name for coats etc Master Bath The most amazing closet Complete with a hidden passage... ... so cool! Entertainment room That's it, we had a lot of fun. Hope you enjoyed the tours and found some inspiration for yourself, I know I did!
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
The luxury subterranean shelter comes with a dog park and indoor pool meant to mimic the experience of swimming in the sea.
Opportunity. Through some quick research I have found that not to many companies offer this particular service... Here's some food for thought! But do me a favor consider Bolide Tech Cameras and equipment for the security portion of this project!! :) The concept of the Safe Room arose in response to the increased risk of kidnaping and terrorist attacks on high-profile or wealthy individuals and their families and aides. Typically the intent of the Safe Room is to provide short-term protection for the occupants until help arrives or the attackers leave the scene. In extreme, hostage type scenarios, the safe Room may be required for an extended period. Typically Safe Rooms, also known as panic rooms, are fitted with warning devices that communicate with persons outside the Safe Room or threatened building. Upon entering the Safe Room, the occupant triggers an alarm, or phones the police or a security agent. Audible alarms may alert the intruders to the fact that the situation is known to security forces. Consequently, unless these alarms were disabled prior to the assault, the attacker knows that he has a limited time to complete his mission. General Design Criteria: As with all construction, the design of a Safe Room responds to particular criteria, in this case relating to the level of risk that is anticipated. The design must also respond to such practical matters as costs and available space. Clearly there may be a difference between the design of a Safe Room for an important political leader and that of an individual who may fear some unspecified threat. A modest Safe Room may be resistant to handguns and physical attack only, whereas a more elaborate Safe Room may be designed to resist greater ballistic forces as well as chemicals and gaseous matter. Typically the anticipated end user(s) of the Safe Room meet with a security consultant to evaluate the potential risks at the specific location where the Safe Room is to be located. A professional security consultant working in the industry will be well appraised of the current tactics and sophistication of an attacker and be able to advise on the design accordingly. A petty felon breaking into a residence in a wealthy neighborhood, for example, may arrive armed with a handgun or other small weapon. A determined terrorist intent on causing political turmoil, will more likely have researched the target location, have become familiar with the level of security in place and arrive with sophisticated weapons and electronic equipment capable of overriding or otherwise getting past some of the security that is in place. Well-designed Safe Rooms - Panic Rooms should contain the following items: Cameras & Monitors: Bolide concealed cameras located outside the room enable the Safe Room’s occupant to secretly monitor the movement and numbers of attackers on a monitor screen. It is common to locate one visible camera outside the room. An attacker disabling the exposed camera may not think to look for other hidden cameras, giving the Safe Room occupant an advantage in that situation. Gas Masks: Gas Masks are necessary in the event that the attackers force poisonous gas into the Safe Room. Where an odorless gas might be used, an electronic device may be used to detect any noxious materials. Bottled Water & Non-Perishable Foods: There should be a small provision of bottled water and non-perishable foods (such as dried trail mix or similar nourishment) for the occupants. Ventilation: It is important to consider a protected means of ventilating the Safe room with fresh air. Radio Communication: It should be assumed that attackers will disable land line phone service prior to entry. Safe Rooms lined with steel may interfere with cell phone transmissions. Accordingly, radio communication to the outside world is important. Typically a small radio transmitter is hard-wired directly to a concealed antenna outside the steel-lined enclosure. The radio can be pre-programed to signal the police or a security service in an emergency. Next go extravagant with some off the wall designs, see below. Watch the Video to a see a company put this into action! Enjoy! Not affiliated with any of these companies! Electro Magnetic locks insure top security with an ability to withstand tremendous forces. These locks cannot be picked or pried open. Bullet resistant glazing materials are installed over existing windows. Walls, floors and ceilings can be lined with plywood for entry resistance or with Armortex® for bullet resistant strength. A 24 hour back up battery is supplied, avoiding the need to worry about electricity being cut off. An electronic keypad allows entry only by those with knowledge of a numbered combination key code. Sliding pocket doors are used for maximum strength & the fastest possible entry time"
The world's first underground farm is in a World War II bomb shelter beneath the streets of London.
You can easily enjoy more healthy dinners on your low carb diet with these amazing low carb high protein meals. These high protein meal ideas are perfect to help you eat more nutritiously on your weight loss journey.
Chez les preppers on a l'habitude de stocker. Qu'il s'agisse de nourriture et d'eau ou d'un véritable arsenal ; En cas de rupture de normalité, votre prévoyance risque fort d'attirer la convoitise. Alors voici 14 idées de pièces secrètes pour ne pas faire de vous la cible potentielle des vols et pillages.
Wars fought and wars won are remembered by these abandoned bunker ruins.
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For those who fear the end of the world, there's a great opportunity to snag what may be the most unique piece of real estate available in Georgia and possibly the Southeast. While many...
You know you want one. It might be for safety, for storage, for making better use of space, or just for good old fun. It could be something as simple as a door that blends in seamlessly with the …
Many people think bunkers are only applicable during a wartime situation. Webster’s Dictionary defines Bunker as a Protective Embankment or Dugout and
Imagen 3 de 18 de la galería de Bunker House / VaSLab Architecture. Fotografía de Spaceshift Studio
Looking for some cool ideas for your home to add extra functionality, surprise guests, and update mundane interior? Here we gathered some cool house ideas that might cause you to change and improve your living space with one of these neat features.
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
Landscaping doesn't have to cost a bunch of a money. Some great design planning and a little DIY work can give you cheap landscaping fixes that look expensive.
This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom European house plan features 3,166 sq ft of living space. America's Best House Plans offers high quality plans from professional architects and home designers across the country with a best price guarantee. Our extensive collection of house plans are easy to read, versatile, and affordable, with a seamless modification process available if your plans need to be changed to suit your lifestyle and personal choice.
located on chenshan mountain, china, shanghai godolphin has turned an old military bunker into the new home of the international wine + spirit museum.
Stunning small bathroom decor ideas offering you inspiration and design tricks for your small bathroom space. We've found some really gorgeous bathrooms!
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A tour of the deluxe underground bunker in Las Vegas currently on sale for $1.6 million.
These cold lunch ideas for working man require no microwave or fridge. Packing a lunch can save money and be healthier for your construction worker husband.
