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
YOU DON’T want people to walk into a room and think they know what it’s going to look like,” said interior designer Ray Booth, whose new book, “Evocative Interiors” (Rizzoli), features two examples of the unexpected: curving banquettes that hug dining tables in a way that elevates classic diner décor. He said the setup “allows for … Read more
Frederic Aranda is a photographer specializing in group portraiture. His work has twice been selected for Portrait of Britain, with both his winning images standing out for their dramatic feel and quirky composure. Aranda works against the grain. His images shirk traditionally hierarchical, staid forms of group portraiture, and aim for naturalism and diversity. Aranda … Read more
A few weeks ago, I was sitting around thinking about eating. I do this a lot. It’s my favorite topic, at least after wine and Bloody Marys. And I was recalling the olden days, before I had kids, when I used to throw a lot of fancy dinner parties with real china and crystal. After … Read more
To enhance the curb appeal of the home and to increase its resale value, it is important to invest in right replacement doors and windows. This press release was orginally distributed by ReleaseWire Pipersville, PA — (ReleaseWire) — 04/25/2018 — The Window Nerd is a trustworthy company that offers the top quality replacement doors and windows … Read more
Blending tradition with modernity, Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers Group of Companies, has launched the Traditional Setting Collection. In this type of setting, the gold encases the diamond allowing only the table to be visible and is a classic setting, which is popular in South India. This collection is perfect for the … Read more
With more couples choosing to live together before they get married, the traditional wedding gift list is often redundant. The average UK wedding now costs more than £27,000, so who wants an extra toaster, new kettle or spare bread-maker when what you really need is some help with funding your honeymoon? It’s fair to say that Prince … Read more
A special evening of poetry and traditional Irish music presented by Stephen James Smith and Macdara Yeates as part of MusicTown 18. The evening features artists, poets, Stephen James Smith, Felispeaks, John Cummins and musicians Eithne Ní Chatháin (Inni-K) Eoghan ó Ceannabháin (Jiggy, Aon Teanga) and Macdara Yeates, in an intimate, unplugged performance. Building on … 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
There’s more to hospitality than just good food and drink — millennial venues are doubling as architectural attractions. From the number of Insta-worthy venues popping up around Australia, it’s clear design is becoming a critical factor in a restaurant, café or bar offering. Sure, you can have stellar food, but if diners are expected to … Read more