Sao Paulo-based architecture practice Studio MK27 designed ‘Casa Branca’, a concrete retreat inspired by Brazilian modernism. In order to withstand the area’s extreme tropical weather conditions, the minimal two-story ...
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Many natural resources are about to run out because of overuse. As an air conditioning company with social responsibilities, Gree focuses more on the sustainable development of human beings apart from being No.1 in tax payment in China Home ...
Sales slowed in August as the Olympics and outdoor activities diverted shoppers’ attention, reports BRC-KPMG in its latest Retail Sales Monitor. On a total basis, sales declined 0.3%, against a 0.1% increase in August 2015. This is ...
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A Dewsbury bed firm which operated a vehicle without an MOT for four months has had its operator’s licence suspended for 14 days, reports the Office of the Traffic Commissioner. Divine Sleep Ltd will not be allowed to run vehicles ...
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Northallerton furnishing and lifestyle store, Barkers Home, has been shortlisted for two prestigious awards. The family-run business on Yafforth Road has been named among the UK’s best retailers for its display for products for the ...
Slowdown-scarred, growth-seeking Chinese television manufacturers are shifting their focus to intelligent TVs and overseas markets. Five key reasons characterize the trend: falling sales, the rise of smartphones and personal computers as ...
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Qorvo Inc of Greensboro, NC and Hillsboro, OR, USA (which provides core technologies and RF solutions for mobile, infrastructure and defense applications) says that its Low Power Wireless business unit (formerly GreenPeak Technologies until ...
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Zaha Hadid began developing “Collection 2016” earlier at the beginning of this year, before she died in March from a sudden heart attack. Homeware products patterned with optical illusions feature in this latest collection. ...
The supermarket is now set to open more Argos digital concessions in its stores. Sainsbury's has successfully completed its £1.4bn acquisition of Argos owner Home Retail Group. The supermarket is now set to open more Argos digital ...
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Friday, September 02, 2016: The American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA), in partnership with the International Wood Products Association (IWPA) and the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association ( ), has announced a Joint Industry Workshop ...
Friday, September 02, 2016: Casual Market Chicago is scheduled to take place from September 20 to 23, at The Merchandise Mart. This year’s show is going to feature three compelling keynote presenters to address a variety of topics ...
Argos has signed a partnership with ITV for its Heart of House brand to become an official sponsor of the network's daytime current affairs and debate show, Loose Women. The partnership, planned and executed by media agency Mindshare and ...
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Yesterday, Ikea opened its first store within a UK shopping centre, in the form of its Westfield Stratford City Order and Collection Point. The new 900 sqm unit is the fourth of its kind to open in the UK this year, and the first in London. ...
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Buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has announced its annual award winners, which were presented at the group's September furniture and furnishing accessories show. In addition to the bed and bedroom cabinet supplier awards ...
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The three-way partnership is pat of the launch of LEGO's latest City sub-theme, Volcano Explorers. LEGO has partnered with the South American scientist and National Geographic explorer, Andres Ruzo for its latest LEGO City play-set. ...
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