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351. Buying new running shoes for a marathon September 29, 2018 "Should I wear new running shoes for a marathon?" ... Since you've been training for a marathon, you're probably already aware that you shouldn't run in old, worn-out running shoes - this is a question on most peoples lips and this is also a great question to really consider ahead of the big event. My recommendation is yes you do need new running shoes and you need them if you are not going to suffer an unnecessary injury which in the long run could cause its own share of issues to your feet in the long run. Go to a running shop in the first instance and in turn check with your gait exper... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

352. Key advice for choosing the right overall running shoes September 29, 2018 When to comes to running and buying a new pair of running shoes you need to think first of all what kind of running you expect to do with them and from them. You need to consider if you are a competitive runner or if you are doing it as a gently hobbies. In this sense I say this as this will in turn make you consider better what brand of shoe to buy and also what design of running shoe to go after. This is a growing market and as a result this means there are more and more brands now seen which are making some really good shoes for the average runner and as a result they are able to take ... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

353. The window story September 29, 2018 Saransh Architects and Interior Designers conceptualise an immersive environment for a window showroom in Ahmedabad; the design more experiential than display-oriented… What can you do innovatively to display windows? And more so, when you have a linear site - a long and narrow floor plate broken only by toilet ducts and a couple of columns with limited natural light? Being part of a commercial complex located along the SG highway, Ahmedabad, The Window Factory display store is a concept that arises out of the challenge of several site and product limitations. Ar. Malay Doshi of Sar... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

354. Bound by history September 27, 2018 Mecanoo Architects root the cultural ethos of Netherlands into the design of the Delft city hall and train station. Arriving in Delft is an unforgettable experience. From the outset, Mecanoo’s idea was to design a station that makes it clear to visitors that they have arrived in Delft. The station, in combination with the new city hall, sits atop a new train tunnel built in place of the old concrete viaduct that divided the city in two since 1965. Coming up the escalators, the impressive ceiling with the historic map of Delft unfolds. When you look outside, you see the city and the old s... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

355. Small business branding September 26, 2018 Many small business owners I talk to already understand that branding is essential to their business, but a surprisingly high number of them don't really know why. This is where so many businesses are falling behind. This too is where a business can make all the difference and have a brand which can add a great deal of value also to the core of what it is their business is doing and ceases to carry out. They recognise the link between successful businesses and strong branding, and aspire to build a brand that emulates similar success for themselves. And they understand that branding is no... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

356. Presenting a businesses brand September 26, 2018 When you’re first launching your business, you’ve got a lot to do in order to lay the foundation for your brand. But once you’ve got your logo designed (hurrah!) you’ll feel like you’ve got the most essential piece of your branding locked into place. And now, chances are, you’re probably looking at said logo, scratching your head, and thinking… “ok, now what?”. Designing your logo is just the first step in the process of launching your brand—but by no means is it the last step. It’s everything that happens after you design the logo—the whole “bringing your brand to life” process—that... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

357. The key components of a brand and its identity September 26, 2018 Before you create a style guide, you need to know your brand. There are five key components: mission, vision, target audience, brand personality and core values. Together, these are the most important things needed to establish your brand identity because they tell the world what you stand for. All the other parts of your brand style guide are tangible elements that communicate those key components to the world through design. Mission and vision: Write a mission statement about why your company exists and a vision statement about where you want your brand to go. These can be big (you... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

358. Creating a brand style guide from which to develop your brand September 26, 2018 What is a brand style guide? A brand style guide is a document that codifies how an organization presents itself to the world. Put another way, it’s a reference tool that helps maintain consistency by demonstrating what a brand looks, feels and sounds like. It’s so powerful that some people even call it a brand bible, but don’t let that intimidate you. Those are just different names for the same document. Using one ensures that your brand looks and feels the same, even when you have different people working on customer service, marketing, design and sales. From this and having this r... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

359. Choosing the perfect overall branding agency September 26, 2018 4 Tips For Choosing The Perfect Branding Agency Branding is both a big topic and an inexact science. It’s no wonder that there are so many choices when it comes to choosing a creative team to help you share your story with the world. From part-time web and graphic designers to experienced branding gurus, there is a lot to consider when selecting a branding agency. So, how do you sift through your options and find the group that’s right for you? Here are a few tips to help you get started… 1. Start With The Visuals Even though your brand strategy should be bigger than a... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

360. Tips as to how to create a great brand identity September 26, 2018 A brand identity is not just about the logo design, a website or a business card – it is a combination of visuals and strategy. Irrespective of the industry, every prosperous fortune 500 company or business, prioritise their brand building activities over any other aspect of their corporate manoeuvres. This results in designers, marketers and branding agencies being given the responsibility to create a brand identity for different companies. No matter what line of business you may be in you can be sure there will be a need and requirement for branding services to be set in place as a mean... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

361. What you need to know about business branding September 26, 2018 When it comes to branding, most people think about logos and colors. But branding is about more than just recognizability. It's about the impact that you have on a customer and how it sends a message. The first impression can say a lot about a company, its values and what it does. Entrepreneurs should be thinking about the unintended impacts of branding. 1. Clearly Identify Yourself While catchy names and cool graphics can be interesting, they do not do a great job of telling your story. Your company name, logo and slogan should provide insights into what you do and the products or... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

362. Pick Six NFL tee shirt designs Podcast: How Tim Tebow is partly responsible for Ryan Tannehill's We September 26, 2018 There isn't any one hotter within the NFL compared to Patrick Mahomes. The actual Chiefs quarterback features a ridiculous 13 touchdowns via a few game titles -- one of the most in NFL historical past -- and it is tossing the landing on 14 % associated with his passes. It could be impossible, whether it wasn't taking place in the real world. Folks are trying to figure out when Mahomes can easily continue at this fee (he or she cannot, once more, no one is able), however moreover, folks need to know just how this can be taking place with such ease. Fortunately, CBS Sports HQ's Brady Quinn - a g... (read more) Author: jame tony

363. The Best Best Golf GPS Watch Can Compete With the Very Best Golf Range Finder From The Market September 25, 2018 Are you wary about making use of a golfing GPS watch in the place of golfing rangefinder? Do you believe you can't handle a gold GPS watch as it might be overly complicated that you work out the configuration? If so, it might help you to know that it is quite simple to use a golfing GPS observe. It does not need way too many complicated settings for you to truly be racking your brains trying to learn just how touse it. It's merely like your regular wrist watch that can be used to assess the mark space in the course with merely a tap or a small tuning. It does not sound so difficult now, can it... (read more) Author: Mark Well

364. Bold and Beautiful September 25, 2018 Interior Designers, Iryna Dzhemesiuk and Vitaliy Yurov of Diff-Studio style an elegant, minimal and luxurious terrace atop a hundred-year-old building in Paris. Diff-Studio is renowned for designing unique, comfortable and modern spaces with a touch (or more) of indulgence. Their aesthetic stems from a sophisticated collage of styles, textures, materials and forms, that bring a curated edge to all the spaces they define. This 40 sq. m. terrace is part of a two-level apartment that flaunts contemporary-classic styled interiors, designed to honour and pay tribute to the historic structu... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

365. Five Things You Should Know About Varicose Vein Surgery Cost September 24, 2018 Recent news reports and industry studies have shown that when it comes to knowing the cost of most, if not all, medical procedures, the patient/client is left in the dark. If you happen to be curious about varicose vein surgery cost, for example, you’re probably part of this majority, and there just seems to be something a little unnerving about having so little information about what you’ll pay for medical treatment. You have too many people making a medical decision based on its cost-effectiveness. Patients are not taking the time to consult their physicians, which can be dangerous. It'... (read more) Author: Alfred Mears

366. What Hotel Managers Don't Want You To Know About Last Minute Hotel Deals September 22, 2018 The travel industry, as a whole, has been changing for the better part of the last three decades, and one of the great consumer coups has been the rise of the last minute hotel deals. While there was a time when travel agents and large travel agencies did some great work for travelers from all walks of life, today's travel industry is all about low cost, flexibility, and choice. The consumer-driven travel industry has made it to where even travelers waiting until the last minute can actually book some tremendous savings that may not have even been possible even ten years ago. Needless to ... (read more) Author: Alfred Mears

367. Why you need home buyers surveys and reports September 21, 2018 Why you need home buyers surveys and reports The RICS HomeBuyer Report, a type of property survey recommended for home buyers, replaced the Home Buyer Survey & Valuation in March 2010, having run alongside it from July 2009. The HomeBuyer Report (HBR) is an up-to-date version of the previous Home Buyers Survey & Valuation. As of two years ago, the RICS introduced a new HomeBuyer Report without a valuation. This has the same components as the standard HomeBuyer Report, but without the valuation and reinstatement cost. It now means that RICS members do not have to be registered valuer... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

368. Why you need a home buyers survey when you buy your property September 21, 2018 Why you need a home buyers survey when you buy your property Homebuyer surveys are a good way to avoid unexpected repair costs further down the line. Getting a survey for a house or flat will give you an idea of just how much you might need to invest in a property after you buy it. This guide examines the different types of survey available and their costs, including RICS Condition Reports, RICS HomeBuyer Reports and more. Choose a survey based on the condition of the property itself, not the cost of the survey. Money spent on a decent survey can save you a fortune in the future and ... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

369. The role of a chartered surveyor September 21, 2018 The role of a chartered surveyor At the most basic level, a chartered surveyors duties include valuing property and looking for structural defects in buildings. They also provide expert consultancy advice in property, construction and related environmental issues. The representative professional body is the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors who have the last and final say as to how this work needs to be conducted. At its most basic a chartered surveyor's job involves land, property and construction. They might be asked to value property and examine buildings for structural def... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

370. Why you need to hire a chartered surveyor September 21, 2018 Do you need a survey done on a property? Do you need an independent assessment of the value of a property? It could be time to call in a chartered surveyor. This is not something to put off and reject as this can and will help you no end in the process of buying and owning your next home. A chartered surveyor is someone who assesses the value and condition of a physical asset like a house or a construction project, or someone who helps plan the creation of a new development. They can also advise you on obtaining planning permission, renovating a property, or environmental issues. They can... (read more) Author: Innes Donaldson

371. Virgil van Dijk soccer logo iron on patch calls for Liverpool to 'stay humble' but wants side to wi September 21, 2018 Amid the joyfulness of some other glorious Champions League triumph above Paris Saint Germain, opponent Virgil truck Dijk cautioned Liverpool need to stay simple if they're to achieve their particular ultimate targets this year. Comfortable with the fact there is nothing received in September, Van Dijk famous Liverpool's performance from the French champions, however informed they've accomplished absolutely nothing regarding value but. For the improvement produced below Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool haven't received the trophy underneath the German which has to be the particular overriding objective... (read more) Author: jame tony

372. Symbolic Unions September 18, 2018 One world, one love. A celebration of humanity. Karim Rashid’s architectural proposal for the Church of Globalove suggests exactly that. This internationally acclaimed designer has made his mark within the design fraternity for his versatility in the field and is a strong advocate of the thought that design can inspire change. He dreams of a better world, where he believes that love and humanity together, can triumph over greed, corruption, violence, racism and poverty. Idealistic. The Church of Globalove is one such concept that takes this ideology and gives it architectural meaning. ... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

373. Shopping or sporting arena! September 18, 2018 Are you up for a game? If not, then you will be! Italian designer Alberto Apostoli simulates the new Converse showroom in Verona as a sporting arena… Dealing with an athleisure brand, Alberto Apostoli brings in his design sensibility that embodies the brand identity itself. The designer crafts the new Converse showroom, owned by 3A Sport, by following the thematic of a much-used-much-loved basketball court recreating the culture and social lifestyle of an old American neighbourhood - home to some of the best basketball players; Chuck Taylor, the player who made the Converse brand fa... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

374. Home is what the heart desires! September 18, 2018 Interiors by Ranjani (IBR Designs) crafts a home that reflects the several little things that make life a big celebration... Residential design is hugely subjective. The home embodies various sensibilities; yet, is harmonised as a single entity. Ranjani from IBR realises this and actualises it in her home in a premium neighbourhood of Bengaluru. Attuned to varying preferences, she uses a varied material palette and an equally engaging treatment to the design elements that combine to instil warmth. A lived-in feel characterises the 1508 sq. ft. home. The partially-open kitchen and din... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

375. ZHA redefines the design language of billboards September 18, 2018 Zaha Hadid Design integrates digital media and contemporary design to provide a new platform for brand messaging via a digital sculptural billboard… As the first billboard by Zaha Hadid Design for JCDecaux (UK’s brand-first digital media company), The Kensington is a curvilinear ribbon of matt steel, framing a curved digital screen and is located on West Cromwell Road - the key route linking central London and Heathrow Airport. The new design creates a landmark advertising structure in London that integrates public art, contemporary design and digital media. Unveiled a few days ago,... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

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