A standard 60-foot-wide suburban lot with a 25-foot front setback, a 15-foot rear setback, and two 5-foot side setbacks leaves only 50 feet of buildable width and depth after subtracting those margins from a 120-foot-long parcel. That reduction eliminates roughly 40 percent of the total lot area before an architect sketches a single wall. For … Read more
Two quoted fees cannot be compared until both firms are pricing the same work. A lower architectural design fee may simply transfer consultant contracts, permit coordination, drawing revisions, and construction questions to the owner. How should a homeowner normalize architectural design proposals before comparing fees? Place every proposal against one project baseline, then compare quantities, … Read more
The Birth of Italian Furniture Excellence The story of Italian furniture design is a testament to centuries of artistic innovation and craftsmanship. From the workshops of Renaissance Florence to the modern showrooms of Milan, Italian furniture has consistently set global standards for excellence. As noted by Modenese Interiors, this journey from regional craft to international … Read more
When you look at the price tag on designer or luxury watches, you may wonder what makes them so expensive. There is no doubt that they are constructed with the finest materials and best craftsmanship, but how much better are they than watches that sell for much less? The fact is that much of what … Read more
When you look at the price tag on designer or luxury watches, you may wonder what makes them so expensive. There is no doubt that they are constructed with the finest materials and best craftsmanship, but how much better are they than watches that sell for much less? The fact is that much of what … Read more
When you buy a new home, you want everything to be perfect. After all, everyone dreams of a flawless home decor. But what happens? Is your life still filled with Kansas bed bugs? Or are you still bothered by wood-sucking parasites? Discard away not your furniture but all such worries as you can get rid … Read more
What is the most relaxing place in your home? Many people agree that it’s the bathtub. The current trend in home design reflects this. Bathtubs in new homes today focus on luxury. Ladies nightwear is also the perfect gift for your beloved mother or mother-in-law. She will think of you every night when she puts … Read more
When we hear the term designer and luxury, we instantly think of the term expensive. Actually, luxury doesn’t always have to be costly. That’s why it’s expected that in every shoe closet of a woman, there has to be a luxury designer shoe collection. They could be a pair of pumps or elaborate stone decked … Read more
Are you looking at new houses? If your current home is too small, too old, or in a bad neighborhood, maybe you should consider building a new home instead of buying another older home. That way, you can be sure your home will have all the features you want, making it a true dream home. … Read more
The retail luxury sector continues to see accelerated growth with Neimans, Nordstroms, Bergdorfs, etc. all reporting significant increases over last year and many exceeding targeted expectations. The demand for luxury in all categories is projected to increase well into 2006. This trend carries into the pet industry with a growing demand for interesting designs, fabrications … Read more
