September 27th, 2010Flickr finds: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
The Annual Knoll Space Sale starts today at Vastu!
September 24th, 2010How to Choose Heating and Air Conditioning Service
When choosing air care heating and cooling services for maintenance or repairs that are required for the home air conditioning systems it is important to consider the various companies that are available to complete the service for the central air and heating system.
There are many places that you can find potential heating and cooling services to repair or maintain the air conditioner or heating system that has been used in the home.
The reputation of the company is important when choosing the heating and cooling service repairs. Where can you establish the reputation of the company? Asking friends or family members about recommendations of various companies can be a great start. This can be a great way to get opinions of the services available from different companies.
How much is the cost of the services or repairs that are going to be completed? Read full post…
September 22nd, 2010Flickr finds: Jens Risom
With the Annual Knoll Space Sale starting tomorrow we decided to dedicate this week’s posts to some of Knoll’s iconic furniture designs. First we took a peek at Warren Platner tables and seating and then some of Eero Saarinen’s well-known pieces. Today, we explore the work of designer Jens Risom…
September 20th, 2010Choosing Stamped Concrete for Your Driveway
Patterned or stamped concrete is a great way to personalize your driveway and set it apart for the lookalike entries on your block. You can spend a lot on stamped concrete, but much less than for natural stone. Some homeowners choose to use it as the top section of the drive or just for the walkway to the front door. Because of its distinguishing appearance, patterned concrete can add value and curb appeal.
Cheaper than the slate, brick, or cobblestone it resembles, stamped concrete floors can give you some great ideas. The drive can be coordinated with landscaping, tile, and home sidings. Concrete Network has an online visual design gallery that presents random interlocking patterns, embossed skins, fan patterns, slate, and planks.
Explore a Wide Variety of Concrete Styles and Patterns
Manufacturers offer stamped patterns with surface textures with sharp or rounded corners, naturally worn surfaces, saw-cut panels, irregular edges, or deliberate fractures. Or, you can choose among stencils (approximately $350 roll) that create flatter profiles than stamped concrete. How
September 18th, 2010How to properly measure for vinyl windows (Comments)
Learn how to measure for vinyl replacement windows for your home. Comments on article ” How to properly measure for vinyl windows” Name Views and Comments Date JennyB Thank you! It has taken me 30 minutes of searching ” how to measure” to find what I was looking for, width x height 1/31/2010 Mike John, your an idiot. 12/10/2008