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A Guide to Bathroom Vanities
When it comes to sharing bathroom space, the vanity set up can
make or break the relationship! Many couples spend a great deal
of time focusing on spa bathtubs and marble showers, but neglect
the space where they actually spend a greater amount...
Add a Dynamic Design Accent to Your Home with the Right Staircase
Stairways are a wonderful thing. They suggest a path to things
unseen, hidden destinations, secret lives. If you have a
multistory home or are planning to build one, take a few minutes
to think about the stairs. By choosing to include a...
Dryer Fires – Is Yours Ready To Ignite
In recent years there has been many rumours about dryers catching on fire. Should we be concerned? Yes of course. We should take seriously anything that may put our family at risk.
Was the problem the dryer? Rarely. After investigating it is...
Hidden Causes of Water Damage in the Home
In addition to causing destruction, water damage also has an adverse affect to the indoor air quality of your home. Damage from water can cause wood rot, insect infestation and mold . The obvious causes of water damage are leaking roofs,...
This Winter, Provide Water For The Birds
Even the most novice bird watcher places a bird feeder out in winter, what strikes me, is the number of experienced bird watchers who do not provide water for the birds during winter.
The energy expanded looking for a fresh water source could be...
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Schreiber, Johansson Build A 'Bridge' To A Classic
Liev Schreiber and Scarlett Johansson are starring in a widely praised revival of Arthur Miller's <em>A View From The Bridge</em>. They tell reporter Jeff Lunden that as in all great tragedies, this one's clashes and catastrophes have something of the inevitable about them.
Stargazing At The Opera
The Hayden Planetarium in New York takes opera to the moon with a new production of <em>Il Mondo Della Luna.</em> Diane Paulus and Philip Bussmann talk about merging cosmos footage with music, how science can enhance the arts and the future of technology and theater.
Obama 'The Musical' Opens In Germany
A new theater production <em>Hope: The Obama Musical Story</em> opened this week in Frankfurt, Germany. It tells the story, in song and dance, of America's first black president. It is likely to be a big success in a country where President Obama is still immensely popular.
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The 34 Principles Of An ExtraOrdinary Home
Planning to remodel or build soon? Want to have an ExtraOrdinary
Home? One that goes way beyond the norm in your neighborhood but
doesn't blow your budget? We started collecting over 1,000
uncommon, affordable convenience built-ins in 1998, when we
first began writing books and consulting to help people have
truly extraordinary -- but affordable -- homes. And by the time
we'd found the first 200 features, these 34 home design
principles became obvious. Use them as you plan your next
remodeling or building project, and you'll be on your way toward
creating a home that's truly beyond the ordinary!
An ExtraOrdinary Home...
... can be affordable.
... provides a healthy environment.
... is a safe environment.
... accommodates the needs of people of all ages and physical
limitations.
... incorporates efficiencies that save steps and/or time.
... protects the belongings of its owners.
... minimizes harm from external threats such as pests, fire,
flooding, terrorism, chemical attacks, etc.
... minimizes the risk of intruders or vandals entering and/or
doing damage.
... is quiet.
... facilitates communication.
... provides physical comfort.
... is chock-full of everyday conveniences.
... has an abundance of natural light.
... has adequate and appropriately varied lighting systems and
fixtures.
... has adequate and accessible electrical outlets, and
switches of the appropriate types.
... is safe when the power goes out.
... is easy to maintain.
... minimizes unnecessary wear and tear of its components.
... helps its inhabitants stay organized.
... minimizes clutter by providing adequate storage for all its
inhabitants' belongings.
... has storage space that's
Stroke Victims Think, Robotic Arm Acts
Reporting in <em>Nature,</em> researchers write that two individuals, both paralyzed by stroke, made reach-and-grasp movements using a thought-controlled robotic arm. One participant was even able to a sip a drink by herself. Neuroengineer Dr. Leigh Hochberg discusses the paper and the ongoing trial.
Electric Radiant Floor Heating
Electric radiant floor heating systems are heating systems designed for use under carpeting, area rugs, tile, stone, and laminate wood floors and have been used in Europe, South Africa, and Australia for over 20 years.
Radiant heat does away...
appropriate for all its stored
items.
... offers storage near where the stored items will be used.
... enables storage of frequently-used items in easy-to-reach
locations.
... minimizes wasted space and utilizes spaces that are
otherwise unused.
... allows maximum access to everything in it.
... facilitates traffic flow.
... enables unnecessary items to be out of sight or out of the
way.
... has features that make moving people and things within it
easy.
... is energy and water efficient.
... can accommodate new technology as it becomes available.
... has living areas and features that can serve simultaneous
multiple purposes.
... has living areas and features that can be modified as its
residents' needs change.
... is enjoyable for visitors and overnight guests.
... is a safe and comfortable place for living with cats and
dogs.
Like this article? Then you'll love our book with the same title
that includes over 175 uncommon, affordable convenience
built-ins that increase your quality of life and your home's
resale value! We also offer a free version of this book at
www.extraordinaryhomes.com: The 34 ExtraOrdinary Home
Principles: Over 70 Fabulous, Affordable, Innovative Ideas
That'll Improve Your Life and WOW You!
© Copyright 2005 by Carol Abrahamson/ExtraOrdinary Homes. All
rights reserved.
About the author:
Carol Abrahamson consults, writes and makes presentations about
more than 1,000 fabulous features that can improve your life,
add value to your home and make you the talk of the town. She
spent years researching them via thousands of sources just so
you can quickly and easily use them to create your affordable,
extraordinary Home of Your Dreams™. Learn more about her work
via www.extraordinaryhomes.com or carol@extraordinaryhomes.com.
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