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426. 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

427. 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

428. 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

429. Frame-within-Frame April 28, 2015 Inspired by his client’s eclectic outlook in life, architect Gaurav Roy Choudhury has designed an intellectually stimulating ‘Frame house’ for a Bangalore-based nuclear family… This 2,600 sq ft, renovation-cum-interior duplex project for a young couple and their daughter follows a bespoke design statement that initiated from a glaring site limitation – an only ‘blocked’ light-facing source towards the north end! Quite naturally, starting with opening this side and allocating the cut-out to allow a flood of natural light to permeate the house via the double-height dining area, the ar... (read more) Author: Marina Correa

430. Architectural Renewal Project April 28, 2015 Compiled by Pari Syal Photography: Courtesy schmidt hammer lassen architects The New Central Library in New Zealand is being designed by Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects as a vibrant city recognizing, in particular, the NgaiTahu heritage and places of social and historical significance… The New Central Library (NCL) is positioned as one of the anchor projects in the Recovery Plan for the city of Christchurch after its damaging earthquakes in 2010 and 2011. The previous Central Library on Gloucester Street was badly damaged and the land it stands on has been designated for the c... (read more) Author: Pari Syal

431. Making the most of an Island Waterfront... April 28, 2015 By Anuradha K R Photography: Arnaud Marthouret; courtesy the architects Weiss Architecture and Urbanism Limited, Canada, designs a boathouse and docking facility on an island dotting the archipelago in Georgian Bay, Ontario that makes the most of itsenvirons: a stunning jack-pine cladglacier-carvedgraniteshoreline, and an equally stunning waterscape... Designed as the primary location of a family’s daytime leisure activities – both active and reposed, the boathouse is composed of a cedar dock, storage building for water-sport equipment, food servery, a seating pavilion, linear shade... (read more) Author: Anuradha K. R.

432. Vertical Living April 28, 2015 By Beverly Pereira Photography: Courtesy the architects Interface Architecture ingeniously transforms a compact plot into a spacious residence using split-levels... When Interface Architecture was asked to design a luxurious and contemporary residence within a compact space, the Bangalore-based firm opted for vertical planning. The 1,200 sq. ft. home not only accommodates four bedrooms, but also a home theatre, Jacuzzi room and family area across two floors and a terrace. Known to develop dynamic spaces that revolve around the site’s context and climatic conditions, the team le... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

433. Artificial Plants Do Have Their Respective Set of Benefits April 24, 2015 For all those planning to give their sweet home a facelift yet do not possess a green thumb and at the same time desire in adding plants can opt for the artificial variety for the perfect decor. Especially in this era where both the genders are too tied up with their work it is a smart choice in going for the artificial plants as these need minimal maintenance and do not need watering. One just needs to purchase it from a reliable retailer and display it to augment the decor of their abode. Explore its bountiful benefits Artificial plants in Melbourne are highly favoured as these d... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

434. Reasons Why Tiffany Lamps in Melbourne Are Still Cherished April 24, 2015 Rich, deep colours, beautiful designs and iridescent stained glass are the perfect features to describe a Tiffany lamp. These have their individual style and thus can bring unique beauty wherever it is placed. Having its origin in the seventies, tiffany lamps in Melbourne are considered highly fashionable even today by many people. Such bright and attractive lamps can give a surprise explosion of colours to one’s room no matter it is placed on a wall, dining room or even beside a bed. These popular accent pieces can add elegance in a home which is often lacking in contemporary designs. With it... (read more) Author: Mattis Bailey

435. Do Not Underestimate Molds During Remediation and Flood Restoration April 24, 2015 The sooner you can dry out your home after a flood the better. This way you can minimize any mold problems and perhaps even prevent mold growing at all. Mold can start to grow after just a day or two so it's important to act as quickly as possible if your home has been flooded. Make sure you only enter your home once it's safe though. Flood water can remain in the ground around your house and affect the foundation. Water which seeps up through the foundation can end up in the walls and the floorboards and lead to hidden mold. Perhaps mold has already started to grow in your home. In ... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

436. Can You Get Emission Stickers Without Undergoing an Inspection April 23, 2015 LAST UPDATED ON: August 7, 2018 Off the cuff, I'd say "No way José!" However, I thought that might be a poorly thought out response, so I thought I'd go to some US State websites and see what they had to say. I reviewed 10 states in various parts of the country, and here's the surprising results of what I found... According to State New York - "All vehicles registered in New York State must get a safety inspection and an emissions inspection every 12 months. Both inspections are also required when the ownership of a vehicle is transferred. (Some vehicles are exempt from emis... (read more) Author: Barry Brown

437. Redgum Firewood to Help Redesign Your Landscape! April 22, 2015 When the weather becomes chilly with the wind doing about 25knots, you know for sure that things are going to get rough from here onwards. The one thing that can keep you steady and the fire burning is redgum firewood. The good thing about this firewood is that it can burn for long and keep you warm. It is the most preferred variety of firewood for home heating because its heat value is 81 percent. You are probably wondering where redgum firewood comes from. It comes from the River red gum tree also known as Eucalyptus camaldulensis. It is an iconic Australian timber that has a smooth bar... (read more) Author: John Statham

438. Being Harsh to Dirt is Good but Not to Carpet When Carpet Cleaning April 22, 2015 We have plenty of concerns before doing the carpet cleaning activity and pretty sure one of it is the safe cleaning, safe for the carpet and safe for the person who will clean. If you can find the safer way in doing this, you could always find time to clean and maintain it. The choice of the the best carpet cleaning method is extremely important. Some systems leave residues which promote re-soiling and defeat the whole purpose of cleaning. Some methods actually damage the carpet fibers and shorten the life of the carpet.It is best to select the mildest products you can find that work effe... (read more) Author: Theresa Flores

439. How to Purchase Best Ride on Mower for Your Lawn? April 22, 2015 If you have a sprawling lawn and garden and need to maintain it regularly, you have two choices; either hire a helper or do it yourself. If you feel you can manage your lawn by yourself, then you need to think seriously about your mower, the principle machine for your garden. There are lots of things to say about the right lawn mower, but it is better to limit to some important points first. Ride on mowers in Berwick has many advantages; not least these mowers make your job a fun filled experience. If you understand the key features of this ride on lawn mowers, you will probably instantly... (read more) Author: Alice Campbell

440. Enjoy a Clutter Free Garden with Brushcutters and Pressure Cleaners in Frankston April 21, 2015 People love gardening and are practicing it as their hobby. While there are some who adores gardening but are frightened to step ahead thinking it to be a complex task. Yes gardening is not a child’s play but it is not that difficult either if one has the patience and the right tools with them. In fact if one has the perfect gardening hints handy they can definitely grow a beautiful garden. Often what one requires is the knowledge and time for becoming a gardener of first rate. By just being vigilant and using the right tools such as a brushcutter and a pressure cleaner a gardener can fulfil t... (read more) Author: John Statham

441. Green Cleaning Product Review - Genesis 950 Review From A Lucky Ladybug April 09, 2015 The latest Genesis 950 review comes from Randi at A Lucky Ladybug. Randi is a Mother, a Wife and a blogger with a house constantly buzzing with activity. Her blog features segments on DIY Projects, Gardening and Green Living. From appliances and gadgets to consumables and products, A Lucky Ladybug is full of great information and reviews to help readers find green, safe, cost effective products to make life easier. (read more) Author: Michael Cooper

442. Form-based Architecture April 08, 2015 “White Triangle Farmhouse in Panvel, Maharashtra is something akin to Frank Lloyd Wright’s hexagon grid houses”, says its architect, Mahesh Naik. Set amidst a picturesque landscape, surprisingly within city limits, it presents an elegant architectural vocabulary, dominated by equilateral triangles. Sloping roofs, descending from different levels make their presence felt, at the outset, sheltering open verandas and a petite pool. The fact that the entire house is placed on a meticulously designed ‘pedestal’ makes one instantly sit up and take note of its design quotient. The living r... (read more) Author: Anuradha K. R.

443. Recreational Architecture April 08, 2015 Compiled by Zoya Photography: Cornbread Works; courtesy the architect In a rural area north of Utrecht in Netherlands is a compact recreation cottage that has been conceptualized and built majorly in wood. The archetypal cottage is quite simple in design: a gable roof of stone slate, a fireplace, a chimney and a wood cladding of Western Red Cedar. However, it is the efficient use of space, unique details and high level of craftsmanship that makes the cottage far from ordinary. Completed by a special collaboration between Dutch architecture studio Zecc and interior designer Roel... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

444. Savings-Focused Solar Panel Installation in Utah April 07, 2015 When searching for professional solar panel installation, homeowners on the hunt for saving energy and money choose the experts at Hartman Solar. After 25 years of serving up the Hartman Difference to Utah customers, their team understands how to assess, quote and install solar panels to perfectly suit your needs. Unmatched Training and Experience It’s no secret that a multitude of panel manufacturers are flooding the market with products now. Homeowners who have investigated solar panels and decided the savings are worth the investment are faced with yet another decision: Which br... (read more) Author: Jen Stott

445. The Marketing Benefits of 3D Landscape Animation April 06, 2015 In the construction and landscape business, visualization is the key to showing exactly what your finished product will look like. Any consumer interested in your company and business will want to have a clear understanding of what their large investment will look like in the end. By using a 3D landscape animation program, you will be able to win your clients over by showing them lifelike images of how their landscape will turn out. Here are just a few of the many benefits that a landscape company would reap if they utilized a 3D landscape animation program. 3D will help you cast a clear ... (read more) Author: Marc Holt

446. Tips on selecting wedding dresses April 06, 2015 No matter when we take photographs of wedding or hold the wedding ceremony, we all not only hope that our wedding dresses are the most beautiful and fitful, but also want to be the most beautiful bride. So how do we choose the wedding dress fit for yourself? 1.The choice of wedding dresses styles In the happiest moments of our life, every bride wants to exhibit their most beautiful side. But how to choose a suitable wedding dress seems to be a headache problem. If you want to choose a better one, of course, you have to match the wedding dress with your body shape. Select a wedding dr... (read more) Author: Sapphire Wilson

447. Climate Responsive Architecture April 04, 2015 Compiled by Pari Syal Photography: Courtesy Foster&Partners The new Buenos Aires Ciudad Casa de Gobierno, a sustainable new city hall designed by Foster & Partners comes across as a highly flexible building that revitalises the neighbourhood both, socially and environmentally... Spanning an entire city block in Parque Patricios, the building is a catalyst for the regeneration of the neighbourhood and combines an environmentally efficient design with an innovative, highly flexible internal arrangement of terraced working floors. Entry is through a soaring four-storey-high atrium.... (read more) Author: Pari Syal

448. Of Volumes & Voids - Yogananda Library April 04, 2015 By Zoya Photography: Andre J. Fanthome & Mridu Sahai;courtesy Archohm Ensconced in the lap of a lush green valley in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, is a massive library with concrete intersecting columns that stands tall, reflecting the nature of its function and physically manifesting the philosophy of the biotechnology campus of Shoolini University… Built on an area of 2,476.88 sq. m., the four-floor Yogananda library is an “intense interconnected volume of voids and solids, connecting the entire building as a large functional plate”, explain the architects at Studio Archohm, who’ve spe... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

449. Celebrating Heritage with Oxford Library Renovation! April 01, 2015 Compiled by Pari Syal Photography: Ben Bisek; courtesy Wilkinson Eyre Architects Oxford University’s Weston Library renovation by leading architectural practice Wilkinson Eyre focuses on safeguarding its vast and unique collection of books and manuscripts... Part of the University’s world famous Bodleian Library, the Grade Il listed building (formerly the New Bodleian), which was originally designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott in the 1930s, stands anew finely equipped with a revised layout that has removed the upper floors and replaced them with a dedicated reading room and suite e... (read more) Author: Pari Syal

450. An Affair with Spatial Dynamics March 31, 2015 By Zoya Photography: Courtesy the architect A Tamil Nadu bungalow boasts of a design centred around reconstitution of three-dimensional form, geometric shapes and fluidity - in short an affair with spatial dynamics! Ar. Prasanna Parvatikar has designed an 8,300 sq.ft. house for his client, Mr. Dinesh, in Dindigul city of Tamil Nadu. The house had a vaastu-abiding conventional plan with curves in the exterior and interior in the form of circular columns and balcony – an element that appealed greatly to the clients. So, responding to the client’s brief to “dress up the house” bu... (read more) Author: Team IAnD

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