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Decorating your home is fun and rewarding, but it can be expensive. From decorating materials to labour costs, new furniture and accessories ... it’s not something that most of us will want to be doing every few months. Photo, Dane...
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In 2016, global art auctions and sales hit $45 billion, representing an increment of 1.7% compared to 2015. Needless to say, there is money to be made in the industry. Few people are skilled at producing amazing art pieces, though, so if...
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We are halfway through 2020, but with the global coronavirus pandemic, lockdowns and isolations, many of us have not been able to get our hands on or show off the latest fashion trends. But luckily, the world is slowly starting to emerge from the...
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Are you hoping to sell your house soon? The following tips can help you sell your home faster. Some require more work than others, but all will contribute to you getting the best closing price possible. Photo, Josh Hemsley. Consider...
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When sending a product such as DVD, one needs to pay a lot of attention to the chosen packaging. A lot of people underestimate how important this can be, and it's a massive mistake. Some may see it a thing of the past, but a DVD can still be a...
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It took a global pandemic to make us realise how much we took travel for granted. Confined to our homes, watching the occasional lonely airplane trail across the sky, it’s hard not to wonder when we will next be able to enjoy a guilt-free...
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Life as a student is often the key transition from childhood to adulthood, your first days of freedom allowing you to begin to write your own rules, develop your personality and your practices, establish new skills such as time management....
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With studies suggesting that travel can improve your phycological and physical wellbeing, packing a suitcase and boarding a plane to a new destination is no longer solely an exciting thing to do, it's beneficial and educational; a way to gain new...
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Hospitality and tourism industries have been worst hit by the effects of Covid-19, followed closely by the creative industry. There are nearly two million people employed in the UK’s creative organisations. The creative industries sectors include...
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Gardening has come a long way. Back in the 1970s it was unheard of that a petal was out of place or a blade of grass untrimmed; a garden was taken very seriously and really was left for the professional gardeners. Every inch of the garden would be...
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Bridal box gifts and subscription boxes have been around for a couple years now, and soon-to-be brides are loving them. With engaged men and women jumping on the trend so hard, it’s only natural that bridal companies are taking notice and...
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The mobile app development world has boomed over the past decade and is definitely showing no signs of slowing down, rather it seems as though this industry is growing exponentially faster by the day. Photo, Balázs Kétyi. Naturally,...
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Set inside Houston’s historic El Dorado Ballroom, Kindred Stories redefines what a bookstore can be. Designed by local studio gin design group, this vibrant space brings literature, community, and cultural legacy together under one bold roof....
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Marking a decade in hospitality design, London- and LA-based interior architecture studio, Fettle, unveil their latest work in collaboration with Amsterdam-born apartment-hotel brand The July. Hot on the heels of BOAT&CO and The July — Twenty...
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Valentyns sets a striking new standard for workplace design, launching a progressive model in Cologne, Germany, that puts small and mid-sized businesses on par with global firms. Housed in a modernist 1960s building with views over the Rhine, the...
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First featuring 25hours Hotel Bikini Berlin way back in 2014, the inspired design hotel already stood out as one of the capital’s boldest lifestyle concepts. Now, over a decade later, Studio Aisslinger returns to breathe fresh life into the...
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I used to think security systems were ugly. You know what I mean - those chunky white boxes stuck to corners, cables running along walls like veins, motion sensors that looked like they belonged in a warehouse not a home. But something changed in...
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Mainstream leagues like the NFL, NBA, and MLB have long dominated the American betting landscape. Sunday football wagers, March Madness brackets, and World Series props remain the heartbeat of sportsbooks. Yet, in recent years, something fascinating...
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Unexpected expenses under $500 can feel overwhelming, especially at the wrong time. But with the right strategy, managing them is possible, without perfect credit or heavy borrowing. Relief may come from flexible payment plans, wage access,...
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Columbus, Ohio’s capital and a major hub of urban activity, sees constant traffic from commuters, students, and visitors alike. With packed highways like I-70 and bustling downtown intersections, car accidents here are, unfortunately, a common...