For the opening of Dona Baronesa new studio, the visual identity was designed to be sustainable, by using custom made stamps so that scrap paper and old paper displays that we already had could re-used. The use of stamps can also allow the use of less aggressive ink, like water based inks in the process, wich is great…
Hell yeah. Let’s talk about lamps today! I found some pictures online of these awesome gourd lamps by artist Calabarte and had to know more about them. I sent an email pestering him for more information and he agreed to answer my questions. It turned out that he was a really interesting guy.
Calabarte studied building engineering at a…
: This Month on Energy Savers : October 2011 October 31, 2011 07:50 Fall is in the air , and October has us thinking about ways to keep warm through the fall and winter months . In case you've missed anything this month , here's a recap of . October This Month Energize Your Neighborhood this Halloween : Carve an Energy Pumpkin Getting Ready to Set the Thermostat Low And Keep it There Happy Hallogreen Fall : Energy Saving Changes with the Season Renewable Energy : A Centuries-old Tradition Videos on Clean Energy That Give You the Basics and More Thoughts on a Two-Year Race Solar Decathlon : Appalachian State Wins People's Choice Award Weekly Questions Did You Share Your Answer How Are You Planning to Save Energy This Halloween Are You Ready for Fall Have You Seen Our Energy 101 Videos What
Old plastic bottles and glass jars are usually, at best, taken for recycling, and at worst, simply thrown into the trash. However, making use of these containers in another way is better solution entirely and this is precisely what the cleverly made silicon lace vase by Milk Design Limited does. Instead of standing empty waiting [...]
Subscribe via RSS Home Design Ideas Decorating Gardening Online home interior design magazine . Provide home design , house design , house decorating , modern home plans , interior design , contemporary room space design , such as living room , kitchen , bedroom design , bathroom design , and garden landscape ideas . Also provide home improvement tips and trick to get better modern living . inspiration Home Architectural Building Types and Style Modern Nursery School Design Flexible Daily Childcare Area Development Modern Nursery School Design Flexible Daily Childcare Area Development by archinspire This modern nursery school designed with two-story construction with creative exterior style . The exterior style mimics the surrounding hillside . The undulating roof created with angle: This Month on Energy Savers : October 2011 Energize' Your Neighborhood this Halloween : Carve an Energy Pumpkin October 28, 2011 16:55 Re-posted from the Energy.gov blog . See original version Every day at the Energy Department , we work to make America more competitive in the global clean energy race and help communities save energy and money . That can mean anything from offering tips about energy efficiency investing in renewable energy or preparing the next generation of Americans for the clean energy workforce But while home weatherization alternative fuels and tax credits for energy efficiency are exciting conversation starters here at the Energy Department , we understand these aren't always the easiest discussions to have at the next neighborhood block party . But what are greatEnergize' Your Neighborhood this Halloween : Carve an Energy Pumpkin How Are You Planning To Save Energy This Halloween October 28, 2011 10:58 This week , Elizabeth talked about her annual effort to keep her thermostat low through fall and winter . When it gets too chilly and she's tempted to turn up the heat , this year she's planning to crochet some blankets instead to keep warm Kristin gave us some great ideas for saving energy on Halloween while keeping the spirit of the holiday appropriately creepy . She included tips for operating the fireplace efficiently , using candles instead of light bulbs , and even composting those expired . pumpkins How about you Are you planning any scary ways to save energy this Halloween Each week , you have the chance to share your thoughts on a question
In my personal opinion, a room without books is a lifeless empty shell, no matter what beautiful furnishings and décor are included within. This is precisely why a book such as Books Make a Home by The World of Interiors’ Chief Sub-editor Damian Thompson is so close to my heart. If you too love books [...]
Subscribe via RSS Home Design Ideas Decorating Gardening Online home interior design magazine . Provide home design , house design , house decorating , modern home plans , interior design , contemporary room space design , such as living room , kitchen , bedroom design , bathroom design , and garden landscape ideas . Also provide home improvement tips and trick to get better modern living . inspiration Home Architectural Apartment Design Ideas Modern Attic Apartment Design Open-Plan Living Lightweight Steel Construction Modern Attic Apartment Design Open-Plan Living Lightweight Steel Construction by archinspire This modern attic apartment creation taking advantage of building location , a corner block that serve beautiful city panorama . From the rectangular attic layout , a housing unit
This computer armoire is an attractive, functional and very efficient item of furniture for the placement of home computers and related electrical equipment. Its appearance is similar to that of a traditional wardrobe but when opened up, it reveals storage areas and surfaces where computers, keyboards, printers and scanners can be situated with comfort and [...]
How Are You Planning To Save Energy This Halloween Getting Ready to Set the Thermostat Low—And Keep it There October 26, 2011 06:48 Every year I try to convince myself that I am going to turn my thermostat down for the entire winter . It's going to be 68 degrees or lower , I tell myself . I'm not going to turn it up for any reason . I might even be daring and try to get a few degrees lower It'll be awesome It usually doesn't end well . You see , I'm a gigantic wuss about the cold . Something always happens it takes me 4 hours to drive home in the snow , I have a lousy day , or it drops beneath zero degrees Fahrenheit and suddenly I want to treat myself to a balmy 70 degrees to make up for . it But one of the easiest ways to save money is to turn down your thermostat . If you turn theGetting Ready to Set the Thermostat Low—And Keep it There Happy Hallogreen October 25, 2011 11:10 With the fateful transition to cooler weather and Halloween just upon us , it is important to remember some key tips when preparing to have the most energy-efficient Halloween possible . From lighting , to pumpkin usage to heat insulation , there is something each of us can do to ensure minimal energy waste and maximum efficiency this October 31st . Here are a few ideas for a Happy : Hallogreen Control your lighting If you choose to stay in and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters , keep your energy usage down by turning the lights off in your house for the evening . Try using candles instead pumpkin spice scented to illuminate the house and keep energy and spookiness . alive If you're hesitant
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Beauty and evil are combined in this delightful tapestry wall hanging showing the character of Lilith, a demon of ancient mythology. The tapestry is based on a painting by English artist John Collier and is decidedly Pre-Raphaelite in style and form, as was a lot of this artist’s work. The contrast between innocent-looking beauty and [...]
The tree of life is ever growing and from one generation to the next its branches increase in width and length. This is the basic philosophy behind this beautiful metal tree sculpture which doubles as a family photo frame holder. Within the four picture frames can be placed photographs of your family and loved ones [...]
The concept of boot storage is often consigned to sticking your taller items of footwear into the bottom of the wardrobe or just resting them in the corner of a room or hallway. For shoes, it is much easier and there are countless shoe rack designs but very few offer space for anything that rises [...]Happy Hallogreen Are You Ready for Fall October 21, 2011 06:38 This week , Andrea talked about insulating her water heater tank in preparation for cooler weather of course , that's something you can do any time of year to save money and energy at home She also listed many other ways to reduce your water heating . costs Erin blogged about something we don't often think about : the historical perspective of using renewable energy . For example , Leonardo da Vinci had designed a solar powered water heater among other things . As for geothermal energy , archaeological evidence shows that the first human use of geothermal resources in North America occurred more than 10,000 years . ago Whether you're using renewables or energy efficiency or both what are you doing to prepare your home for
This Buddha tabletop fountain is ideal for a room which needs some extra tranquillity and a touch of eastern mysticism. In Western nations, the image of the Buddha has, over recent decades, become a well-known symbol of peace, meditation and mindfulness. Buddhism is growing with leaps and bounds in North America and Europe and with [...]
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This abstract wooden sculpture depicting a man deep in thought must resonate with a great many of us during our working day. Whilst we may not be sitting on the ground, the action of drifting off into a dream world instead of tapping away at a computer or having to fill in mundane forms is [...]
Subscribe via RSS Home Design Ideas Decorating Gardening Online home interior design magazine . Provide home design , house design , house decorating , modern home plans , interior design , contemporary room space design , such as living room , kitchen , bedroom design , bathroom design , and garden landscape ideas . Also provide home improvement tips and trick to get better modern living . inspiration Home Modern Home Design Modern House Design Holiday Seaside Villa Two Level Development Modern House Design Holiday Seaside Villa Two Level Development by archinspire Built on amazing site that full with natural vegetation , rocks , and seaside landscape , this modern house design made simple and the exterior blend with its soft landscape . Taking advantage of the sloping landscape , this
A laundry sink makes a great addition to a variety of interiors including laundry rooms, utility rooms, basements, sheds and garages. The basic concept of the laundry sink, otherwise known as a utility sink or laundry tub is to fulfil the role of the traditional kitchen or bathroom sink but in places where sinks are [...]
If you’re looking for an accent table with a sense of grounded stability, formal elegance and high functionality, then this square latticework table with shelves, as seen below, is going to fit your requirements. The black accent table is suitable for a wide range of living room décor schemes and will look good beside numerous [...]
: Are You Ready for Fall Fall : Energy Saving Changes with the Season October 18, 2011 06:42 I'm sure you've noticed the change in seasons by now . Fall brings cooler weather , and with it my thoughts turn to warm things like putting blankets on the couch , enjoying my fireplace , and adjusting my thermostat as little as possible , of course One thing we did over the weekend is we insulated our water heater Depending on how efficient your water heater tank is , adding insulation can reduce standby heat losses by 25 45 and save you around 4 9 in water heating costs . Since water heating contributes an average of 18 to the typical home utility bill , it's definitely worth it to add insulation The package I bought was under 25, and it only took my husband and me about 15 minutes to install .
: Fall : Energy Saving Changes with the Season Renewable Energy : A Centuries-old Tradition October 17, 2011 12:04 One of the benefits of living in the Nation's capital is direct access to so many great museums . From outdoor works of art at the Sculpture Garden to live butterflies at the National History museum there's something out there to spark your interest and feed your . curiosity First geothermal power plant , 1904, Lardarello Italy . My personal favorite is the National Gallery of Art there you can take free guided tours almost any day of the week . On a recent tour , a guide explained the significance and history of Ginevra de' Benci the only portrait by Leonardo da Vinci in the Western . Hemisphere I learned that da Vinci one of the most recognizable names in the world of artRenewable Energy : A Centuries-old Tradition Have You Seen Our Energy 101 Videos October 14, 2011 12:45 This week , Eric talked about the many clean energy videos that the U.S . Department of Energy provides to the . public His post is a great reminder of all the resources the department provides to help us learn about subjects such as cool roofs energy-efficient lighting choices geothermal heat pumps and many more . If you haven't seen them , check them out and let us know what you think Have you seen any of the Energy 101 videos Are there any subjects you wish we had videos on that aren't available yet Let us know Each week , you have the chance to share your thoughts on a question about energy efficiency or renewable energy for consumers . Please comment with your answers , and also
Subscribe via RSS Home Design Ideas Decorating Gardening Online home interior design magazine . Provide home design , house design , house decorating , modern home plans , interior design , contemporary room space design , such as living room , kitchen , bedroom design , bathroom design , and garden landscape ideas . Also provide home improvement tips and trick to get better modern living . inspiration Home Architectural Apartment Design Ideas Modern Apartment Interior Refurbishment Purity Roughness Contrast Design Modern Apartment Interior Refurbishment Purity Roughness Contrast Design by archinspire The L-shaped floor plan of this 82 square meter refurbished , create modern apartment interior design with purity and roughness contrast finishing and decorating . The purity concept
Have You Seen Our Energy 101 Videos Videos on Clean Energy That Give You the Basics and More October 11, 2011 06:37 One of the most exciting things about the work that I do is having the opportunity to get out of the office and talk with the public about energy efficiency and renewable energy . Last month , we held the U.S . Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011 here in Washington , D.C . at the National Mall's West Potomac Park . Talking with visitors to the event , I got to meet people from many walks of life , some of whom are already very knowledgeable about clean energy technologies and some who are curious and eager to learn more . One of the things I always tell people who ask me for more information is to come check out the videos on DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy