New kitchen tile trends are helping homeowners turn hum-drum kitchens into showcases for style. From standard tiles presented in novel designs to affordable tiles that mimic the look of luxurious stone, the latest tile trends are all about ...
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In their annual results for 2011, coatings producers in Europe have been predicting that 2012 will be much the same overall as last year in terms of growth in sales and profits. There would, nonetheless, be one major difference between the ...
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Azerbaijan-The Eurovision Song Contest recently completed its 57th year,held at The Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan,a new multi-purpose indoor arena with a capacity of 23.000 spectators.The Baku Crystal Hall was commissioned by the City of ...
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USA-Union Transfer is Philadelphia's newest midsize music space-a former Spaghetti Warehouse restaurant that's been transformed into one of the city's most dynamic live venues.Opening its doors in the fall of 2011,this general-admission ...
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Transformation to a Green Economy through Green Buildings and Resource Efficient Cities:Key Messages from North America is a new report released by the U.S.Green Building Council(USGBC),the United Nations Environment Programme's Regional ...
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In spring, we're all thinking about all things "outdoors". So, with that in mind, maybe we're thinking about giving our exteriors something of a makeover too. When it comes to home exteriors, what are some of the elements to consider for a ...
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The timber industry in Malaysia is one of long-standing prominence, garnering much attention as one of the economy’s core components of growth. As the country is well-blessed with an abundance of rainforest and land, the steady supply ...
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In response to concerns raised by members,core LEED users and stakeholders,and in an effort to provide the marketplace a view of the full LEED program experience prior to ballot,the U.S.Green Building Council(USGBC)announced that it will ...
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Sodra Timber says it is working hard to reverse the negative trend in its business. Sodra Group acting CEO Gunilla Saltin outlined the company's position and efforts at its annual general meeting. "Now that we have been seeing negative ...
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According to a report by BankMuscat research, cement producers in Oman will be able to raise prices by 2013, as dumping from the oversupplied UAE market slows and demand improves domestically and abroad, Muscat Daily has reported. The fall ...
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Most of the tile found in a traditional kitchen is put there for practical reasons. Tile is a great way to prevent water damage in a kitchen, make cleaning up easier and create a hygienic environment for preparing and cooking food. However, ...
It's been well-established here, and elsewhere, that the kitchen in the 20th century and through to our own 21st century, has become the nerve center of the modern household. But, in terms of style, how far have we come? In this first part ...
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A large majority of homeowners turn to tile for various projects in their kitchens. Ceramic tile is one of the most popular choices for tiling projects because it is commonly found in most building and home improvements stores, is very ...
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Granite countertops are still very popular, and people love the look of natural stone, but with the state of the economy, some people can not afford granite slab countertops and opt for granite tile countertops as a do-it-yourself project. ...
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The Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt,National design Museum has launched a new website,highlighting design-related events around the city during the International Contemporary Furniture Fair. Design Week NYC is a grassroots initiative convened ...
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