Household appliances will become easier to repair thanks to new standards being adopted across the European Union. From 2021, firms will have to make appliances longer-lasting, and they will have to supply spare parts for machines for up to 10 years. The rules apply to lighting, washing machines, dishwashers and fridges. But campaigners for the … Read more
Innovations in design, materials and manufacturing have had a big impact on home decor — outdoors as well as in. Besides advances in durability, there’s now an expansive range of styles that designers can tap in to. Luxury is one of them. Think velvet cushions. Tailored detailing. Rich, soft upholstery. Lacquered or carved artisan-made furniture. … Read more
In order to thrive for another century and meet the rising demands for original content, Japanese studios need software solutions that create traditional pencil-and-paper quality work, while respecting their artists’ process and culture. Buoyed by global blockbusters like Makoto Shinkai’s Your Name, the perennial popularity of Studio Ghibli and an insatiable international culture fed by subscription video-on-demand … Read more