Spotted via Instagram: handmade cloth lamps by Chamusquina in Spain. The project of interior designer Catalina Alós, Chamusquina started as a collaboration between friends in Barcelona in the 1990s and continues on that way. “In our small workshop we design and make our pieces with simple materials: iron frames, linen fabrics, cotton, ribbons, ropes,” according to the site. “All our lamps are handmade, cut, sewn, and assembled with great enthusiasm. We attach great importance to the warmth of the light filtered by the fabric.”

Take a look at a few of the simple but ethereal, poetic designs—now coveted by all of us.

Photography via Chamusquina.

“From the beginning the designs were very minimalist,” according to the Chamusquina site. “Our purpose was to achieve light quality by

Blog submitted by Moreno Stucco & Wire Ltd. in Edmonton

When done correctly by experienced stucco contractors in Edmonton, it’s one of the best siding choices.

EIFS stands for “exterior insulation and finish system” and is often referred to as synthetic stucco. It can look like traditional stucco from the outside, and its main benefit versus cement stucco is the continuous insulation value it adds to your home.

Insulating your home from the outside is more efficient than doing it from the inside due to all the wood studs that cannot be insulated, resulting in gaps for hot/cold air to travel (known as thermal bridges).

Therefore, the insulation inside the home provides less R-value than specified, as well as a lower real R-value, which could vary depending on the design, frame, and workmanship of the build.

Below is a picture of a home renovated from siding to EIFS.

Why EIFS Problems Occur

EIFS are vulnerable to damage due to the combination of improper mixing and application of materials. The main components that seal, adhere and finish the system need to be mixed and applied according to manufacturer specifications. It is very easy to manipulate and mix these materials incorrectly, and

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In the words of leading landscape architect Jinny Blom, “A pulsing blood red amaryllis is the best flower a woman can offer a love interest on Valentine’s Day. Gets the message across unequivocally.” An oversized, home-grown stem has the kind of passion that a sad, imported rose in cellophane could only dream of, weighed down as it is with environmental baggage.

In the name of meaningful offerings for this February 14, we have surveyed some of our favorite flower-oriented experts on what might be best received:

Sophia Moreno-Bunge of Isa Isa Floral

Our old friend Sophia Moreno-Bunge is a floral designer with flair (and a gifted photographer) based in Los Angeles. “I always love red or coral gloriosa lilies (Gloriosa rothschildiana); they feel very fire-y and passionate and playful. My first choice though would have to be some very juicy and special pink or red, garden-grown California camellias. We get a lot of these here in the winter and they are always so lush and exuberant.”

Frances Palmer, Ceramic Artist

For many homeowners, basements are a highly underutilized space. Yet, your basement has so much potential, whether you want to develop an unfinished basement or update your current one. You can expand your functional living space by adding bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms, or a space for a home office.

With the help of one of the fantastic contractors in this article, you can transform your basement into the perfect place for your lifestyle and home. These companies are experienced in Calgary basement renovations and can turn your wildest basement dreams into a reality. A basement remodel is an excellent investment in your home’s market value, as well as in your quality of life.

Add more liveable space to your home

Is there never enough room in your home for activities, storage, or people? Do you wish you had a better place to host visiting friends or family? If you’re feeling squeezed for space, your basement might solve your problems. Unfinished, dated, or unattractive basements waste valuable square footage. However, a professional remodel can transform your basement into a highly-functional space you can enjoy.

Calgary basement renovations are the perfect way to get more out of the space you already have.

If you’re on the hunt for a drywall contractor, finding one you can trust is so important. After all, you want to be happy with your completed project, whether it’s a renovation or a new build. However, selecting the right contractor, who delivers quality work on time and within budget, requires doing a little research first.

In this article, Empire Drywall Ltd in Edmonton shares qualities you’ll want to find in your drywall contractor before you begin working with them.

Safety

First and foremost, when you hire a contractor, you want to ensure they are safety certified. You all want to ensure they follow protocols and always complete work to code. If not, you could end up in a dangerous situation or be held liable should something happen on the job. When a contractor completes a project correctly and follows proper safety standards, it also means there will be fewer interruptions. As a result, there’s a much greater chance your project will get done on time.

Empire Drywall Ltd. ensures that trained safety officers regularly visit all active job sites. On top of this, they guarantee their work complies with OH&S guidelines. Their goal is always to maintain zero incidents