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401. How to Determine the Right Soil For Your Garden? May 20, 2015 Soil is arguably is the most significant aspect of healthy gardening, unfortunately for many dirt is also considered as soil in gardening. While for many people selecting soil is the least important factor, and they engage in selecting plant, right place, fertilizers, pots etc. but soil, as a non-glamorous object, is the most important part for growth and development of your plants. In organic gardening, soil plays the pivotal part in healthy survival of plants. There are many soil suppliers who can supply healthy mix of soil with right pH concentration, soil concentration and keep other... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

402. House of Contrasts May 19, 2015 By Beverly Pereira Photography: Courtesy the designer A penthouse bachelor pad juxtaposes multifarious textures and industrial-finish furniture against a minimal colour palette to create a perfect balance between the rugged and the poised... Carelessly designed bachelor pads have become a thing of the past as an increasing number of men are developing a taste for detailed homes to match their personalities. Delhi-based élitaire, a unit of the erstwhile Dolphin Group, recently designed a home for a bachelor by blending contemporary sensibility and individuality, with suave touches th... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

403. Sensibility Enriched - "Mama Smile" May 17, 2015 Compiled by Savitha Hira Photography: Daisuke Shima / Nacasa & Partners; courtesy the architect Emmanuelle Moureaux Architecture + Design carve out “Mama Smile” - a colourful miniature world of learning-integrated comfort for toddlers and their developing minds… In a mall in Mito, Japan, is this conscientious fun effort of designer-client collaboration to bring much-needed relief to young moms, who are outdoors with their little munchkins. Designer Emmanuelle Moureaux, known for her theoretical and psychological applications with colour in design, ushers in a ‘miniature-world-within... (read more) Author: Savitha Hira

404. What is R7s led Lamp? May 17, 2015 R7s LED Bulbs that transform your floodlights from old With our wide range of r7s led Bulbs one can replace the power-hungry R7s lamps of Halogen and transform ones old floodlights into efficient/modern LED Floodlights. R7s LED lamps are available at very reasonable prices in various variations such as 8W, 10W, 13W or 5W; one also has the choice of White Warm or Cool White so as ensure they achieve correct temperature color for your requirements… R7s lamps and bulbs with a character table side length of 118milimetre (J118 design) have bright LEDs which provide durable and reliable se... (read more) Author: Duke Chow

405. Esfera City Centre - climatically programmed architectural nuggets! May 15, 2015 Compiled by Team IAnD Photography: Courtesy ZHA Integrating a community-oriented approach in their design, Zaha Hadid Architects are all set to build 981 apartments at Esfera City Centre in fast-growing Monterrey in Mexico... Zaha Hadid Architects have turned around a ‘12 homogenous residential towers’ client brief into a community-orientated design comprised of a low-rise, yet high-density residential building of 981 apartments with accommodation around three sides of the rectangular site, where each side is shaped to optimize its environmental orientation, creating a sequence of int... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

406. Designed to Surprise May 15, 2015 By Zoya Photography: Courtesy SM Associates Have you ever associated living in a tunnel, with style, comfort and luxury? Check out this apartment extension carved by Sumessh Menon’s out-of-box design to believe it! Over a period of 90 days last year, Sumessh transformed a tin tunnel into a fashionable guest suite atop a residential terrace in Pune. The 25’ x 10’ x 14’ tunnel maintains an inside temperature of 20°C in scorching heat and thundering showers, thanks to its five-inch thick glass wool insulating layer. “The insulated tunnel constructed out of curved metal frames, be... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

407. Elevating the Mundane May 14, 2015 A single element of design, thoughtfully engineered, becomes the high point of connectivity on diverse platforms in this dentist’s clinic... Picture this: a spacious area located in a hi-end, buzzing retail district in Sydney to be designed into a state-of-the-art dental clinic! Well, here’s the catch – it had to have two separate entrances with receptions, without compromising on the spatial factor or their relationship with the passersby; and, there was an eye-sore cannot-do-away-with structural column right in the middle of this proposed ensemble! For Pedra Silva Architects, who we... (read more) Author: Savitha Hira

408. How Can Natural Upholstery Cleaning Benefits You May 13, 2015 It is inevitable that the furniture will eventually need cleaning. Whether it is spot cleaning due to a spill or a thorough all-over cleaning, it is important to use the right products. While a person might be inclined to buy commercial cleaning products to do the trick, these products contain chemicals that aren't always environmentally or health friendly. Instead, one's kitchen is often filled with natural products that can safely be used to create all natural cleaning product recipes that are suitable for furniture. In addition to being eco-friendly, a person will also save a significant am... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

409. The Art of Displaying your Accessories May 12, 2015 Accessorising one’s interior spaces is no doubt an artistic expression - it is the imaginative blend of comfort and style, form and function… Trimmings in a décor not only help in highlighting the mood sought, but also complement the overall ambience, defining it through the interplay of colours, patterns and textures that contribute to maintaining the balance and scale in the overall décor. Here are some constructive tips: ? Use contrasts - light against dark instead of grouping similar materials together. E.g., a glass vase will be lost when placed with a glass ashtray and perhap... (read more) Author: Chirag Sharma

410. ‘Drift' - Nature... Engineered!! May 10, 2015 Drift - the mesmerizing 9-metre high sculptural installation at the Kempinski Hotel in Dubai is a strategically laboured surface design that juxtaposes the contradictory environment of the hot desert sand dunes with the snow-capped mountains of the hotel’s indoor ski slopes… London-based surface designer Giles Miller excels yet again with his inimitable talent in designing surface finishes. This time, the award-winning designer explores texture, light and shadow as he recreates the artistic hand of nature – his designed surface mimicking the natural contours on the earth’s surface left by... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

411. Anchored in Location May 09, 2015 Hospitality design offers a wide field for experimentation in design and visual appeal. Helen Brasinika principal designer, Bllend Design office plays on bespoke elements from the ship-building industry to design thematic boutique hotel suites in Piraeus, Greece… Location-inspired, this short-stay lodging project following an in-built furniture system packs a punch through its five apartment suites that provide comfort, privacy and ergonomics, albeit, within a limited space… Creatively distilling popular words associated with ‘harbour’, the designer has chosen names such as Dock, M... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

412. Inward-looking Residence May 07, 2015 Click here to view images of the home on indiaartndesign.com">By Beverly Pereira Photography: Courtesy Collage Architecture Studio Split-levels, louvered balconies, indoor landscaping and floating spaces transform a compact plot in an airy home in Bangalore... Collage Architecture Studio believes that good design embodies a simple idea that spellsfunctionality, elegance and honesty. The Bangalore-based studio also advocates the need for contextual and sustainable design, without compromising on the basic principles of space planning. Their most recent exercise is a warm and minimal ... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

413. Wave House...by the beach! May 07, 2015 Compiled by Pari Syal Photography: Masao Nishikawa; courtesy APOLLO Architects & Associates Referencing the flow and ebb of a wave, Apollo Architects and Associates design a multi-level house in Kanagawa, Japan in tune in sync with the keen surfer-homeowner’s delight! The U-shaped home by the beach circumscribes a courtyard that is shaded under the second floor overhang, lending the appearance of a floating façade. Anchoring the courtyard as a point of functional and aesthetic connect with the scenic surrounds, a bathroom is positioned close to it to convenience members coming... (read more) Author: Pari Syal

414. Good Shortcut to Achieve Successful Flood Restoration May 05, 2015 Water damage, when it happens, can be both fast and dramatic. One minute your home is fine – and in the next you have a tremendous water problem. During a flood, quick action is important. An emergency operations center should be set up to coordinate activities. Without question, the most important step a homeowner needs to take when faced with flood or other water damage is to waste no time in drying the area out. As has already been mentioned, the old standby of setting up all of your house fans to dry out a flooded basement or structure really isn't very effective in the long run. It m... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

415. Relating Sanitation to Fly Pest Control is Really Helpful May 05, 2015 Sanitation needs to be the cornerstone of a fly management program. The life cycle of a fly requires that the eggs, larvae and pupae live in manure, moist hay, spilled silage, wet grain, or other type of organic material for a 10 to 21 day period. Removing these materials on a weekly basis can help break the life cycle. Spreading that material on fields as thinly as possible to ensure it dries out quickly can break the life cycle. House flies get accumulated in areas where there is no cleanliness or hygiene, like exposed garbage or fecal matter. Left out uncovered food also attracts flies... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

416. How Can Proper Identification of Pet Stains Be a Solution to Carpet Cleaning Concerns May 05, 2015 Pet urine can delaminate a carpet and can cause rotting of jute backing. Even after a thorough cleaning, pet urine stains and odors often remain.When left alone, pet urine can seep through carpet, into the padding and down to the floor beneath. Urine can affect the dyes used in carpet. While not all deposits result in a permanent stain, the content of the urine, the dyes and finish used, and the time elapsed after the deposit, are important. Some urine spots may be immediately noticeable, while others may take weeks or months for a reaction. The color of pet urine and its staining p... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

417. Understand Fleas and Discover the Pest Control Easier May 05, 2015 There are many common misconceptions about fleas and a wide number of possible solutions to getting rid of them; however, not every "cure" is created equal. Some cures for flea infestation have been proven to be completely effective while others don't even make a dent. Fortunately, there are effective, nontoxic ways to achieve natural flea control that won't harm our pets. But before we can attempt them, we must understand the tiny monsters' life cycle and purpose in nature's scheme. Before taking action you must determine where the infestation came from. If the infestation came from... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

418. Environmental Issues in Commercial Construction May 05, 2015 The waterways have been subjected to many foreign substances for many years, even before the great Industrial Revolution. The iconic BP Oil spill in 2010 in the Gulf of Mexico caused tremendous damage to the entire area; as well as impacted many other business sources, and recreational sites. The Department of Tourism was also deeply affected by the oil spill. Taking preventative measures during construction projects can be less costly versus having to clean up a hazardous site. The spill or contamination can destroy a vast amount of soil, plants, animals, or even the waterways and their ... (read more) Author: Rich Ahlgren

419. Compensation Payout For Former Marine Engineer Exposed To Asbestos. May 04, 2015 As easy as it can be to imagine that the need for Asbestos Awareness Training is a thing of the past, new stories are continually emerging that demonstrates its contemporary importance to be greater than ever. One such case is that of a former marine engineer from Wardley, Gateshead, who has won a legal bid for compensation after being diagnosed with the aggressive asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma. The dad-of-three, Colin Thorn's diagnosis with the incurable cancer of the lung lining came in December 2013, and follows a long career at the Ministry of Defence, which has admitted resp... (read more) Author: Smith Lara

420. Recreating Abu Dhabi at Milan Expo May 04, 2015 Compiled by Team IAnD; Information courtesy Foster+Partners Photography: Filippo Poli; courtesy Foster+Partners Intro: Bringing the planning principles of the traditional desert city to Milan, the United Arab Emirates pavilion opened at the 2015 Milan Expo; the pavilion’s interior of self-shaded streets evoking the experience of UAE’s ancient communities, while demonstrating the natural energy efficiency of their compact urban form. Copy: Foster + Partners designed pavilion for United Arab Emirates occupies a large site close to the centre of the Expo and is accessed via its mai... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

421. Boston Municipal Building - symbol of change! May 02, 2015 The new Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building in Boston plays a central role in the ‘renaissance’ or reactivation of Roxbury’s Dudley square, embodying a time-honoured approach to craft in construction... Designed by Dutch practice Mecanoo, together with US based firm Sasaki Associates, the building is a testimony to the vision of the late Mayor Thomas M. Menino, who decided the City of Boston would develop the vital plot of land by consolidating 500 civil servants from the Boston Public School into a new municipal office building for education, in conjunction with a community centre and re... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

422. Layered Delight - small can be big! May 02, 2015 Ingenuity and a touch of whimsy cull the brand identity of young architect couple Gaurav Kapoor and Neha Bhardwaj, principals of Layers - Studio for Design and Architecture, at their studio-cum-residence at Greater Noida… Celebratory mood and youthful vibe dotted by fascinatingly pop-artish elements, vibrant splashes of colour, texturally rich materials and abundance of natural light… breaks away from the stereotypical white-wall-regular-furniture-and-art home; engaging one almost instantaneously with spaces that evoke, provoke, even make one preen! Works of art such as a cycle mural... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

423. Important Guide on Meth Lab Cleaning and Decontamination May 01, 2015 Potentially deadly chemicals (either p lab meth contamination or by-products of cooking) can enter the body by inhalation, ingestion or absorption through the skin. p labs meth labs contamination use and the production of meth can cause serious health problems not only in the users, but also in others who are unintentionally or unknowingly exposed. Methamphetamine (meth labs) is a powerfully addictive central nervous system stimulant that is used by smoking, snorting, ingesting or injecting intravenously. meth labs becomes the focus of the user's life often leading to the neglect of fami... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

424. Essence of Proper Integration of Safer Pest Control May 01, 2015 There are plenty of ways to drive out pests without fouling your nest.Take your chemical pesticides to your city's next hazardous waste collection day and use the following techniques for controlling unwanted insects in your home and garden. Having critters in your home is no fun. A really bad infestation can drive you to thoughts of flea foggers, ant sprays, moth balls, rat poison, and antibacterial products–toxic pesticides! But we advise keeping a cool head. Those who have children are taking the biggest risk. When they use indoor pesticides for indoor pest control, they often le... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

425. Bionic Bar - ‘design - make - enjoy April 30, 2015 Compiled by Team IAnD Photography: Nicholas Marchesi; courtesy v2com The world's first crowd-controlled bionic bar designed by Carlo Ratti Associati debuts on Royal Caribbean’s new ‘smart’ cruise ship... Last week Makr Shakr, the world’s first robotic bartending system – designed by renowned architect, engineer and inventor, Carlo Ratti – made its debut as the Bionic Bar onboard on Royal Caribbean’s new ‘smart’ cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, in Southampton. Makr Shakr is an exciting and innovative new mixology system that allows users to create personalised cocktail recipes ... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

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