More Pincushions!
I guess I am one of those people who like all or nothing.If I find something I really enjoy making, I have to makeat least several of them ... of a family, but whenI visited his new model house last summer, I was impressedwith his creativity ... ingredientssuch as charcoal, green tea powder, and red bean powder.I don't focus on designs of soap [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 01:42:00
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Random Musings on Obama’s 1st Day as Prez
- Scott Miller Doesn’t look like the Iranians think much about that Global Citizen idea… What a day for Barack Hussein Obama… have you noticed ... market’s tumble, Obama emphasized that his biggest challenge is to repair the tattered economy left ... allies in charge of both houses of Congress — ends eight years of Republican control of the White Hous [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 02:26:42
Is Home Design Going To Change Now?
Readers suggested a topic on post bubble housing. “Is home design going to change now? Cheaper homes built in factories and assembled at the site? ... sense - building to maximize natural light and prevailing air patterns, for example.” “The question is, will architects, developers and contractors utilize energy-efficient design? Will municipalities [more...]
Date: 2008-06-07 14:53:35
Douglas Rushkoff on the Inauguration Event
Some excerpts from his 1999 book, Coercion: Why We Listen to What "They" say. Chapter three is called "Spectacle." p. 113: Like so many other venues for mass communication, today's sports spectacles are desperately looking for new ways to appeal...A well-designed spectacle has the power to unify tens of thousands of different people into a [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 15:48:56
On health, safety and welfare
To keep up accreditation in our field, we architects must attend seminars that address certain areas of our profession ... to sell their products, so attending these seminars is not, for me, an irony-free affair.) Anyway ... coops, really I am. Never intended to house more than a dozen or so birds, our coop could easily [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 11:26:00
Brothers and Sisters: Green Is The Color
This post contains two weeks of episodes. Recaps as well as my thoughts on each story. All in all I really loved these past two episodes! ... compromised and allowed Kitty to co-sign a 2nd mortgage on her house to get the money. Kitty ... Sarah that he had basically been in lust with her since the moment they met. Sarah was feeling old [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 02:35:09
Calvin Klein Battles Preservation Board and Neighbor Over Design of His Future Southampton Home
One of the reasons you probably chosen to not own an oceanfront house in the Hamptons is because it sounds like a major ... it all the more, as he's in the middle of an ongoing back and forth with the Southampton Village's Board of Historic ... neighbor Mr. William J. Williams Jr. wrote that the proposed new buildings do not fit [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 11:01:38
Jan Kaplický (1937-2009)
Today, the wife of Czech architect Jan Kaplický gave birth to a child. That would be good news for Kaplický ... in some Marshmallow commercials. :-)Czech President Václav Klaus had half-jokingly revealed his plans to use ropes ... . The Sydney Opera House above has been opposed by many people, too. And I think it is a terrific [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 17:24:00
Obama: 'hope over fear'
Obama takes office, saying choose 'hope over fear'By TERENCE HUNT, Associated Press WriterWASHINGTON – Stepping into history, ... , of protecting narrow interests and putting off unpleasant decisions — that time has surely passed ... control of the White House by Bush, who leaves Washington as one of the nation's most unpopular [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 18:15:00
A Little Career Advice
A couple weeks back, a reader was asking for some career advice.This guy has got 10 years of experience in IT, doing phone, desktop/deskside support, and light admin work; but he has no degree and no certifications.He's currently making about $30,000 a year, and he wanted to know what he should do to improve his financial position, [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 09:09:00
Quick Tour of Downtown's Trinity Auditorium
Are you connected to this project or just being nosy, Flickr user Pdodog? Either way, Mr ... (they continue to assure everyone the building will house a hotel) with a condo building (currently ... : "The current owners have proposed to turn the building into a luxury boutique hotel." Early plans called [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 00:29:31
for those of you who have had enough of the vapid rhetoric of “hope and change” in the u.s. read ali abunimah’s piece below. it will give you a sense of both hope and change and encourage steadfastness in this struggle to liberate palestine. as always he is eloquent and brilliant. and if you haven’t read his book one country do it now! [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 06:31:10
Obama takes office, saying choose 'hope over fear'
... George W. Bush. "Our time of standing pat, of protecting narrow interests and putting off ... of Congress — ends eight years of Republican control of the White House by Bush, who leaves Washington [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 11:44:51
Carolands, overview
In the next few days, I'll be featuring photos from the book Carolands which is the pictoral history of a fabulous Beaux-Arts estate outside of San Francisco in Hillsorough that was recently renovated.rear terraceDesigned by the French architect ... -1916 (the state side architect was Willis Polk). It has 98 rooms and was built for entertaining [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 05:05:00
The Transforming Apartment: 24 Rooms In One
When viewing architect Gary Chang’s Hong Kong dwelling in any of it’s stationary modes, it looks like an ordinary modern studio apartment. But hidden behind the surface of the current room is a whole house worth of spaces. Compressed ... in: Architecture, Design, Home & Garden, Trends In Asia" Architecture, Design, Home & Garden, Trends [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 18:01:51
Why Israel Won't Survive
By ALI ABUNIMAHThe merciless Israeli bombardment of Gaza has stopped -- for now -- but the death toll keeps rising as more bodies are pulled from carpet- bombed neighborhoods.What Israel perpetrated in Gaza, starting at 11:30am on 27 December 2008, will remain forever engraved in history and memory [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 18:55:00
Madrona Live/Work Conversion by Tyler Engle Architects
From Tyler Engle Architects: A storefront from the early 1900’s, which had served as a drug store, soda fountain, ... with and extensive art collection. Creating the modern equivalent of a traditional courtyard house, the new design centers around a large skylight over the living and dining areas. A wood-clad service [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 11:29:58
Bilderberg & The Double-Headed Eagle
Jurriaan Maessen Infowars.com… January 19, 2009 Some unsavoury stars glowed in the sky above Oosterbeek, the Netherlands, ... of the infrastructure to grease the wheels of globalism. An ambitious plan for sure. But they would not have to start ... of Northern Germany, a similar plan was contrived. An unsuspecting peasant who would have happened [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 15:57:30
A Frenzy Of Overbuilding That Was Bound To Slow Down
The Mail Tribune reports from Oregon. “Sales of existing homes in Jackson County for the last quarter of 2008 held steady when compared to a year ... in median price, combined with historic lows in interest rates.” “‘It is a great time to be a buyer [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 19:30:48
Where’s best housing market in South County?
Where’s O.C.’s championship housing market? Lansner on Real Estate wants to know what Orange County community you think is 2009’s best O.C ... estate news …. Furniture orders off 12% Only 4% of O.C. buyers using adjustable mortgages House ... highlights $34.5 million house Emerald Bay ’seaside villa’ to have 12,000 square feet New Emerald Bay [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 20:00:08
Pondering Preservation: How Will The Economic Downturn Affect Preservation?
Welcome to Pondering Preservation, a series that asks preservationists, architects, historians, ... : Will a downturn mean fewer historic structures are at risk from developers' bulldozers ... built, often mixed-use buildings with retail and housing together (although almost no affordable [more...]
Date: 2008-11-10 19:22:27
2009 NAIAS: Lincoln Concept C Pits Detroit Against Deutschland
Today, Ford Motors launched their newest campaign to get back on top in the form of the Lincoln Concept C ... the presence and elegance of a large Lincoln to a smaller, more efficient C-sized car. “Modern ... Horbury, executive director of Design, The Americas. “The Lincoln C offers sensible indulgence.” [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 00:39:15
Obama v. Richard Falk on Israel and Occupied Palestine
Obama leaves no ambiguity where he stands. From public statements, campaign pledges, policy advisors, and war cabinet selections, his positions affirm:– one-sided pro-Israeli zealotry;– continued Palestinian oppression;– no end to the Iraq war and occupation;– possibly attacking Iran and/or allying with Israel to do it; [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 18:14:39
Casa Nuaanarpoq
Casa Nuaanarpoq Alternative Powered house in Taos New Mexico by Peter Walker ... creativity, simplicity and reliable technology into our modern living spaces. During a video shoot ... harmoniously with their environment. Edge Architects designs celebrate creativity and enhance the quality [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 04:19:37
George Residential by Matt Gibson
In Albert Park, Australia, architect Matt Gibson came up with a great design for George Residential, ... at the back end. Combined as a metaphorical bridge of history between the front and the rear, the house has a minimalist design with a huge livingroom with an LCD to spend some quality time, a beautiful wooden [more...]
Date: 2008-09-10 10:55:05
Kitchens 101: Elements to Copy
Things That Inspire recently emailed me this picture of the kitchen, below, and said, “I love this – this is my dream kitchen ... this picture and recreate this kitchen in a new home or even in a current home? I emailed her back ... for a new home or are remodeling, or maybe you are just looking for ways to rearrange a tired room [more...]
Date: 2009-01-10 10:39:00
Announcing The World’s First Actual Supervillain
Ladies and gentlemen, I’m here to tell you a story. A story that may very well burrow into your soul and take up permanent residence; a chilling tale so unbelievable it would be incredible, if only it weren’t absolutely true. I talk of the arrival of the world’s first supervillain. His name ( [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 13:00:42
H.M. Warner Home, Estate of the Day
Filed under: Estates Today's home takes us to the Hancock Park area of Los Angeles and a home commissioned to be built in 1923 by Harry Warner of Warner Bros. Studios. The Georgian Colonial was designed by architect Burnside Sturges and has the plaque to prove it. The corner lot also includes a tennis court, pool and a guest house. The home [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 18:01:00
Why Israel won’t survive
Why Israel won’t surviveAli Abunimah, The Electronic Intifada, 19 January 2009From a hill just outside the Gaza Strip, Israelis watch the air assaults on Gaza and dance in celebration of the attacks, 8 January 2009. (Newscom)The merciless Israeli bombardment of Gaza has stopped — for now — but the death toll keeps rising as more bodies are pulled [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 15:04:02
Villa B te O / Bureau B+O
Architects: Arnoud Olie, Bureau B+O Architecten Location: Oldeholtpade, Netherlands Project Team: Remco Siebring, Klaas Kloeze Site Area: ... design for this rural area. Across the house are two sight lines that connect the inside ... , space, landscape, modern, and romance are a few of the themes that have served the foundation [more...]
Date: 2008-11-25 20:52:15
Bilderberg & The Double-Headed Eagle
Jurriaan Maessen / Infowars.com | January 19, 2009 Some unsavoury stars glowed in the sky above Oosterbeek, the Netherlands, ... of the infrastructure to grease the wheels of globalism. An ambitious plan for sure. But they would ... forests of Northern Germany, a similar plan was contrived. An unsuspecting peasant who would [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 02:16:47
A Green Remodel: Making a Cottage Modern
BEFORE: TWO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OWNERS, A GUTTING, AND 14 DUMP TRUCKS WORTH OF FILL LATER: Hello, Cottage Living, are you reading? ... of Charlottesville. A very small addition that accommodates a new bathroom was added to the house’ [more...]
Date: 2008-11-04 19:17:09
Mexico On Path To Becoming Bigger Security Threat Than Iraq
The Huffington Post MEXICO CITY — Indiscriminate kidnappings. Nearly daily beheadings. Gangs that mock and kill government agents. This isn’t Iraq or Pakistan. It’s Mexico, which the U.S. government and a growing number of experts say is becoming one of the world’s biggest security risks [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 16:29:46
Decatur Old House Fair This Saturday
Just got the schedule for this Saturday’s 1st Annual Decatur Old House Fair! ... your old house” A seminar on historic landscapes A “How to Hire a Contractor” seminar by Renewal’s CEO ... s a taste… A historic window restoration workshop A sensitive additions seminar from an architect [more...]
Date: 2008-10-22 20:41:43
Vivendelstien House in Norway
If you were to ask me what my dream home would look like, the answer would be modern, minimalist, ... if the Vivendelstien house in Norway is close to a beach or a mountain but I do know it’s close to what I would expect when it comes to interior design. Designed by Norwegian architect Tommie [more...]
Date: 2008-10-10 15:02:41
Dear Mr. President-Elect …
(An open letter to Barack Obama) Dear Mr. President-Elect, For anyone who cares about racial equality, these are clearly the best of times; ... . When you, Michelle, Malia and Sasha move into the White House this week, you will be living a home that was built [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 13:54:03
Haskell's Take
Anyone who has authentic 18th-century maps of Europe and D.I ... . The resourceful homeowner in this case is Virginia native, UVA grad, and design editor, Haskell Harris. After reading her first thoughtful blog post, I found myself drawn to the smart design, art, and food [more...]
Date: 2009-01-13 04:01:00
What a Zero-Energy Residence Looks Like
The Department of Energy at Cornell University prompts architects to design energy efficient homes via competition. In 2005, Zero Energy Design put together this zero-energy residence, called the Solar Decathlon House. According to Freshome, "The one bedroom, one bathroom home uses photovoltaic and thermal [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 14:40:28
Original house plan and manuals - Susan’s entry
Susan aka Kitty Mommy’s entry in the Found Objects Found Art contest ... and excitement when I found these cardboard tubes and manila envelope in the foyer closet of our new home! Inside the tube marked “Original House Plan”, I found the original architect’s sketches (4 of them [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 07:59:37
Schwimmhaus, a Compact Modern Houseboat
Crafted with outmost elegance by German architects Confused-Direction, Schwimmhaus is a compact modern houseboat that keeps in tune with the tranquil environment ... fabricated out of salvaged wood from an old farm house in addition to other sustainable building [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 21:32:37
Obama crowned as new president, stressing on unity against raging storms
2009 Obama Inauguration: Obama takes power, urges unity vs. ‘raging storms’. The new president claimed his place in history as America’s first black president, summoning a dispirited nation to unite in hope against the “gathering clouds and raging storms” of war and economic woe [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 06:06:58
Music Hall Monday: Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington DC
As all eyes of the world are focused on tomorrows inauguration of Barack Obama as the nation's 44th President, ... Center Honors Awards ceremony, held in the Opera House at the Center.The Center was designed ... box design used to keep out the noise of air traffic. The three main theaters at the Kennedy Center [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 17:20:00
Custom-Built Homes
.fullpost{display:inline;}I love to browse on house floor plans online ... . In American style architecture I am quite partial to Frank Lloyd's Wright Prairie Houses. Wright's rule ... . Various companies have different styles and approaches in making their designs and floor plans [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 00:26:00
It’s a New Day….It’s a Great Day….It’s INAUGURATION DAY!
Today is a great day for all Americans and citizens of the world ... of Republican control of the White House by George W. Bush. He leaves Washington as one of the nation's most unpopular and divisive presidents, the architect of two unfinished wars and the man in charge [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 10:06:08
7 Ways for Obama to Kick Back at the White House
white house Abraham Lincoln was a self-described billiards addict ... . Gerald Ford made use of the White House facilities as if they were at his own private country club ... have a long tradition of recreating on the grounds of the White House. When the ability to find [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 17:04:55
Bunbury Cathedral plans go to Council
Bunbury diocese has submitted plans to the City of Bunbury for the rebuilding of its iconic cathedral and historic Parish House ... and restore the historic Federation Queen Anne style building affectionately known as the Parish ... Cathedral as its centrepiece and the restoration of the existing buildings have all come together [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 00:04:00
bathroom dreams
I was again reading the magazine of the famous celebrity homes when I saw one particular bathroom with super beautiful bathroom vanity! ... building. I mean, if we, in the future will have our dream house made, I’d make sure to order [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 17:44:23
Zionist Control of US PolicySourceEverything you wanted to know about how Zionists control US policyby MaloogaI was recently asked to answer the following question: In the original post there is mention of Israel controlling US policy. How exactly does that work? [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 06:00:26
A Charming Barn Converted into a Contemporary Home
simon condor, green renovations, home renovations, house renovations, barn conversions home, barn renovations, british house renovations Growing up in a barn has never been this modern. Simon Conder, a British architect, is responsible for this beautiful conversion of a group of farm buildings in Buckinghamshire. Three old farm [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 16:00:05
351 - In Mottos We Trust? United Statements of America
The US goes by the motto In God We Trust (but only since 1956, when it replaced the ‘unofficial’ motto, E pluribus unum). A motto (from the Italian word for pledge, plural mottos or mottoes) describes a quality or intention that a group of people aim to live up to - a mission statement of sorts [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 03:51:26
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