It may be great to have a wood burning fireplace in your home, but using one regularly does require you to have your chimney inspected. Here are just a few reasons why a regular chimney inspection is a good idea. Creosote Buildup The biggest hazard associated with a fireplace and the best reason to have … Read more
There is something to be said for ‘Japanese Made’ when it comes to appliances. I recently spent two weeks in Japan staying in a house that was full of Japanese designed and made appliances and there is no doubt in my mind that Japanese made products are up there with the best from European appliances, … Read more
Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of digital currency trading platform Binance, said in a blog post May 7 that initial coin offerings (ICO) perform far better than venture capital funds (VCs), even with a high risk of failure. In a blog post titled “ICOs — Not Just ‘Good-to-Have,’ But Necessary,” Zhao expressed his support for ICOs claiming they are “100 times easier” for … Read more
Rags to Riches: Reducing the Waste in Fashion Recycling textiles is a thrifty endeavor that is older than rag rugs. In April, visitors to the International Furniture Fair in Milan saw shining new examples in Waste No More, an exhibition in the murky vaults of the city’s central train station. Stretched across panels were vivid … Read more
From table and chair upgrades to chocolate fountains, adding rental items to your reception space can elevate your event to the next level. Event planning can be overwhelming, especially when you’re faced with seemingly endless options alongside the essentials. That’s where our reception rental guide comes in, featuring rental options from the basics to the … Read more
Quintessential French style has long been synonymous with “effortlessly chic,” and in the home decor world, casual-cool California style is the coveted look of the moment, with popular designers like Emily Henderson and Amber Lewis leading the charge. So when you combine the two easy-going aesthetics, the result is a sure-fire recipe for style success. The proof? Online home decor shop … Read more
It’s been a busy four months for Google’s connected home voice assistant. Since January 2018 the Google Assistant connection list grew quickly from 1,500 devices. Now you can say “Hey Google” to more than 5,000 smart home devices, the company reports. Google said it now has connection compatibility with all major connected device manufacturers in the U.S. … Read more
Having most recently been used as commercial offices, the six-level residence was left in a dilapidated state. Ms. Solland took on the challenge of reinstating its historic layout, which included creating large reception rooms and extending the basement level to create a 40-foot long kitchen/family room. She also restored the numerous bedroom suites and created … Read more
The natural world is full of wondrous visual tricks, from the eerie glow of floating fireflies to the ever-changing camouflage of chameleons. But for me perhaps the most fascinating of all is iridescence – the shimmering, jewel-like colours of butterfly wings or peacock feathers that magically morph their multifaceted shades in front of your very … Read more
Lighting designer Tim Routeledge says that if the new rule gets the go-ahead, “theatres, cinemas, everywhere would be dark.” The EU is proposing to change the rules that govern light sources used in the entertainment industry with consultation on the plan set to close on 7 May. The Ecodesign Working Plan would come into effect … Read more