Tag: Life
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10 Ways Outdoor Surfaces Impact Modern Project Design & Life
Outdoor surfaces are much more than the ground we walk on. They frame entrances, guide movement, protect structures, and even influence how safe and welcoming a space feels. From residential homes to commercial plazas, the way these surfaces are designed, treated, and maintained has a lasting impact on both appearance and durability. Here are ten…
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10 Ways Outdoor Surfaces Impact Modern Project Design & Life
Outdoor surfaces are much more than the ground we walk on. They frame entrances, guide movement, protect structures, and even influence how safe and welcoming a space feels. From residential homes to commercial plazas, the way these surfaces are designed, treated, and maintained has a lasting impact on both appearance and durability. Here are ten…
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No Reno Design Advice for a Real Life Home
Today I get to introduce my BEST FRIEND of 27 years!! Well, sort of. I get to introduce you to my best friend of 27 years’ three biggest “problem areas” in her home, and give “no reno” suggestions that she will be seeing for the first time with all of you:) She and her husband…
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Treehouse ideas: 12 real life projects to inspire you
Forget rough-and-ready dens knocked together with scrap timber, today’s treehouse ideas are something else entirely. Simply type ‘treehouse’ into Pinterest and you’ll be inundated with everything from elevated woodland hideaways to sleek, modern tree pods balanced on stilts. Driven by a desire to feel closer to nature, treehouse design is increasingly being shaped by wider…
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A home for life – how this couple created their dream home
Homeowners Ian and Louise wanted somewhere they could call their forever home, and the site they discovered proved the perfect plot to build it on. You could say that the couple have the Homebuilding & Renovating Show to thank for the stunning home they now own as it was after visiting one of the HB&R…
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Virtual reality brings HS2 to life
CIOB members drove diggers and an excavator in an immersive virtual reality simulator at the HS2 Twyford to Greatworth area (T2G) site recently. On a visit to the Buckinghamshire project, members had a view of ongoing works and heard from the hosts about the efforts required to reach the current stage. The project is a…
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How 4D planning provides control throughout the project life cycle
4D planning is often misunderstood, reduced to an animated model used to impress stakeholders. For those managing complex infrastructure programmes, 4D is far more than a visualisation tool. By connecting the time element to the 3D model, 4D planning provides a dynamic representation of how construction will progress, argues Kurt Metcalfe at Proicere Digital. But…
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How slick+designusa brought Fabio Viviani’s restaurant vision to life
In the heart of South Barrington, Illinois, a taste of Old Florence is spinning into life. Giostra by Fabio Viviani is the latest restaurant concept from the celebrity chef and restaurateur. Offering more than just a meal, Giostra is a tribute to childhood memories, family traditions and the timeless charm of a Tuscan piazza. Named…
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How slick+designusa brought Fabio Viviani’s restaurant vision to life
In the heart of South Barrington, Illinois, a taste of Old Florence is spinning into life. Giostra by Fabio Viviani is the latest restaurant concept from the celebrity chef and restaurateur. Offering more than just a meal, Giostra is a tribute to childhood memories, family traditions and the timeless charm of a Tuscan piazza. Named…
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How slick+designusa brought Fabio Viviani’s restaurant vision to life
In the heart of South Barrington, Illinois, a taste of Old Florence is spinning into life. Giostra by Fabio Viviani is the latest restaurant concept from the celebrity chef and restaurateur. Offering more than just a meal, Giostra is a tribute to childhood memories, family traditions and the timeless charm of a Tuscan piazza. Named…