Getting the house ready for Spring

Posted on March 6, 2012 by alan

With spring rolling around it is time once again to start getting the house ready for the new season. If you start with spring cleaning early then you will have more time for fun outdoors. Continue reading →

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Postmodernism exhibition at the V&A

Posted on February 29, 2012 by admin

Out of all of the movements that have hit design and art history throughout the years postmodernism is usually considered to be one of the most criticised, as it is all about definition, making it an unstable exhibition subject matter that is hard to resist. Most of the time it offers a collection of styles that are luxurious and ridiculous at the same time with plenty of visual stimulation to boot.

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Your 48 Hour Guide to Bangkok

Posted on February 28, 2012 by admin

If a trip to Thailand’s capital city is on your agenda, then you’d better be prepared to make an itinerary. Wait, you’ve only got 2 days in the city?! Never fear! Just take our short, handy travel guide along and you’ll be prepared to have a great time without forfeiting fun and adventure. Ok, let’s get to it!

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Weekend guide to Bordeaux and local wine regions

Posted on February 27, 2012 by admin

For those that hear Bordeaux and immediately think of wine, it should come as no surprise that the French town of Bordeaux is known for its collection of exotic wines. Spread out along the River Garonne, the large city offers some of the best breweries and wineries in the world, which is one of the major reasons why people often take weekend breaks to Bordeaux.

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Terence Conran: The Way We Live Now

Posted on February 26, 2012 by admin

Conran is responsible for many of the things that we take for granted now, such as spouts that sit over the top of the actual water stream and a shower plate made out of a showerhead. This is represented in a new exhibit at the Design Museum that suggests Conran may be the one who helped change the way we look at normal fixtures.

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