Aline Chahine
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You have just started working a new job and are making good money, so you have half a mind to splurge. Like most new jobholders, you are thinking about buying a car or going on a much-needed vacation to Hawaii with friends. Maybe you’re even planning to pay the plane fare of the entire group. …
Typically, tenants are not allowed to make major changes to rented apartments. However, this doesn’t apply to making your rental more energy-efficient. In fact, as long as someone can do their little part in reducing their energy bills and carbon footprint, their landlords would have no issues with it. Furthermore, many changes made to the …
More often than not, architects are encouraged to focus their attention on drawing, designing, and modeling. As a result, students and professionals in the field tend to ignore the importance of writing as an architectural skill. And that’s where they make a mistake. But you need not worry; we’re here to stop you from going …
Let’s face it! There is a lot of effort that goes behind creating the perfect home. And one of its essential elements is the upholstery furniture. You might have beautiful couches, but the entire ambiance can be spoiled if the fabric is not attractive or comfortable. Today, when deciding upon which fabric to use, you …
The sudden onset of the Coronavirus pandemic has managed to bring about massive changes to the world, which none of us expected. Although many sectors are now opening up after being under lockdown for months, uncertainty still looms around the education system. Institutes are apprehensive of restarting offline classes by bringing in students under one …
To be honest, bunk beds are a savior when it comes to creating space in modern homes. Yes, they do make us think of the time we spent in summer camps, but bunks beds are really helpful. Whether in dorm rooms or for households with multiple kids, the standard bunk bed has been a common …
Curb appeal matters! If you are thinking of repairing old, damaged concrete, concrete resurfacing might be a good option. No matter how Godly your home or garden looks, the first thing that anyone notices on your property is the curb. Over time, the concrete is prone to wear and tear and might even suffer mild …
Art Nouveau, which began around the 1890s and continued till the start of World War I, was once an international style. Not only was it outstandingly extraordinary, but it also went against more eclectic styles rooted in history. While these had previously been popular, Art Nouveau upset the status quo by drawing inspiration from the …
Having a successful career in architecture is a dream for many, but not everyone can afford to go to college at their own expense. If you’re faced with such a situation and feel indecisive and confused about future studies, we suggest looking through scholarship options. While the eligibility criteria for such education funds may differ, …
The safety and security of your home is one thing that you should never compromise with under any circumstances. Because, Heck! You never know when the next absolute weird ball might come flying through the window! And as you can’t be waiting like the medieval knight armed with your sword and guarding the door for …
The great Albert Einstein famously said “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change” and this quote is very apt for the situation we find ourselves in as we move towards the next phase of living with the coronavirus. As a whole we have had to adapt to a new ‘normal’ and though for …
Gardening is a fun activity that families can indulge in together. It is something that you can cultivate and then enjoy the outcome. People who grow their food take a lot of pride in it and will take care of the seeds and plants assiduously. With the pandemic bringing everybody home, this is a great …
A bucket of inspiration arrived on our door step, it contains pieces of great creativity from a variety of fields, with different uses, all with one thing in common: they’re small. Yes. Small scale architecture, at it’s best. In an extraordinary exploration pursuit, the book presents slowly, briefly, great ideas and the thought process behind …
2020 will mark the beginning of the era of work from home! Even after months of quarantine and social distancing, companies are still offering their employees the option of working remotely. This undoubtedly comes as a saving grace against Covid-19. However, keeping the convenience and benefits of remote working aside, it’s challenging to get rid …
The marketing team in an architectural firm is often separated and seen as a problematic area. This, if you ask us, is an obvious mistake. Over the last three decades, we saw that the marketing team is continually changing, and companies are always looking to hire and fire. Most people on the move belong to …
Architecture is indeed one of the most creative professions out there! But sadly, architects struggle with promoting their services to land new clients. As a result, firms shut down without even having the chance to share their designs and plans with the rest of the world. That said, do you want to know how you …
How do you begin with promotions? This is the first question that strikes anybody who is looking to grow their businesses. From offline meets to online presence, several fields need to be touched upon for successful promotion. You have LinkedIn, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram, to name a few forums which are buzzing with businesses trying …
You don’t need us to tell you the importance of color in home decor! However, allow us to tell you that colors do much more than upgrading the aesthetics. Choosing the right color correlates to a better mood and happy vibes. And yellow is one such option that brings an expression of optimism. Furthermore, you …
