Ascent Solar Technologies Inc of Thornton, CO, USA, which makes lightweight, flexible copper indium gallium diselenide (CIGS) thin-film photovoltaic modules that it integrates into its EnerPlex series of consumer products, has announced its ...
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The view at the Gucci Premiere Fragrance Launch at Hotel Cipriani on September 1, 2012 in Venice, Italy was nothing short of amazing. No matter what placement the attenders may have received as a seating card, each place seems equally ...
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Two out of three Top Gear hosts have been suspended from driving in France for three months after being caught, somewhat unsurprisingly, speeding. The incident occurred while Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond were on location, filming ...
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There was a time when just hanging an "open" sign on your store meant you would be successful. Thanks in part to the recession, as well as whole slew of things—from changing demographics to technological advances to increased ...
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It has often been said that nowadays in order for a flooring store to be successful it needs to do more than just sell floors. Rather, it needs to become a one-stop shop and separate yourself from the competition. Floor Retailers Floor To ...
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The Perle 13 Flush Mount from Oggetti features clusters of handmade mouth-blown glass globes, each one showcases?traditional Muranese glassblowing techniques?of glass canes and murrines. The glass globes are detailed with ribbed, or ...
The historic city of canals, piazzas, and bridges now saves over 80% in energy usage with SSL retrofits installed in the existing fixtures that also match the warm color temperature and light distribution of the legacy lighting. Venice, ...
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Whether it is an antique or brand new, Italian glass is a collectible that is coveted by many connoisseurs in the world of glass. Due to its lovely designs, interesting patterns and unique shapes, it has carved out a place for itself that ...
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This fall, GUESS goes back to its roots with a strong emphasis on denim through innovative designs and new washes in classic and updated silhouettes. To celebrate all things denim, GUESS has partnered with four top fashion bloggers to ...
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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) honored the top 10 "green" building projects for 2013 at the AIA National Convention and Design Exposition, June 20-22 in Denver, and at least five of the ...
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Like Design av Andy Martin Architects Andy Martin Architects has designed the interior of an apartment in Little Venice, in London. Private rooms were moved to the north part of the apartment and public living spaces to the south, ...
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) honored the top 10 "green" building projects for 2013 at the AIA National Convention and Design Exposition, June 20-22 in Denver, and at least five of the ...
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When it comes to glassware, most people think that that best way to spot quality is to ting a glass and listen. If you educate your eyes to spot a high quality piece of crystal, you can give your ears the day off. Why? The sound of a ting ...
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This Little Sun solar lamp has been showing up all over Milan Italy, because of one of Italy's most popular stores la Rinascente. This is no average solar lamp though. In fact this lamps gives back, not just by the lack of battery ...
Bill Culbert’s 2007 light art exhibit Pacific Flotsam uses illuminated plastic containers, fluorescent tubes, and electrical cable to express another side of light. Exhibited in 2007 at Brisbane’s Institute of Modern Art, this ...