Choosing paints doesn’t just come down to color. There are different kinds of paints for different uses and choosing the right one is vital to ensure a polished paint job. If the words primer, enamel, and the like confuse you, it’s best to familiarize yourself with the kinds of paint available in the market today to make sure you can …
With recent news about typhoons, we should start thinking about the state of the home and how we can best prepare for such events. Aside from making sure that our home can withstand disasters, it also pays to be ready with essentials. Here are five tips on basic emergency planning that you should take note of. Prepare an emergency-supplies kit You …
Air conditioning units are indispensable parts of our homes, especially because we live in a country where temperatures are always high. Though we want to stay cool all day, keeping the AC unit turned on all day is impractical as it uses up a lot of energy and can therefore increase your electricity costs. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways …
Storms have gotten stronger in the past few years, and we have seen the devastating consequences of getting caught unprepared. There is no such thing as being too ready when preparing our homes for natural disasters. So brace yourself and read these important tips: BEFORE THE TYPHOON Remember the old Benjamin Franklin axiom: “One ounce of prevention is worth a …
Intramuros (Manila). As the oldest district of Manila, Intramuros was the seat of government during the Spanish colonial period. In 1590, the area along the southern bank of Pasig River facing Manila Bay was enclosed with walls 22 feet high and 8 feet thick to protect the government from foreign invaders, earning it the moniker “Walled City.” Declared a historical …
With her new Netflix series Tidying Up With Marie Kondo, the expert on organizing is inspiring her viewers to do the same and only keep the possessions that “spark joy” for them. If you haven’t gotten on the bandwagon yet, now is the perfect time to start your own KonMari adventure. Storage Advice Store seasonal items someplace you can easily see them. …
Attending an open for inspection can be a daunting task for anyone, no matter how experienced they are. But one thing you always need to remember is there’s more to a home than its interior design. Try not to let the stunning L-shaped couch or sweeping staircase influence your decision too much. Remember to take into account the building’s state …
Accident rate in the construction industry is among the largest across all industries. This is why there is always a concerted effort by construction safety experts to bring this rate to its barest minimum in this ever-changing working environment. It’s therefore important to x-ray the major cause of concern bordering on safety in the construction industry. With adequate research and life time …
As with any career, being an architect has its drawbacks and its rewards. Some are common to any career choice, while others are unique to the profession. Advantages 1. Architecture is a demanding profession, but it can also be a very interesting, creative one. As architects gain more experience, they become more involved in actual design work rather than technical …
When it comes to making improvements around the home, we seldom think about scent and how it can contribute to the overall look and feel we’re going for. We tend to overlook how scent contributes to the first impression our house makes on guests — or on us! When a friend enters our house, she doesn’t just notice if it’s …
