Sunday, January 31, 2016

Tango lighting collection by Paul Matter features satellite-shaped shades

Indian design studio Paul Matter has released its debut collection of lighting, including lamps with rounded shades made from beaten brass (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Tango lighting collection by Paul Matter features satellite-shaped shades

Indian design studio Paul Matter has released its debut collection of lighting, including lamps with rounded shades made from beaten brass (+ slideshow). (more…)



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3 Etiquette Rules Every Home Buyer Should Know

There are etiquette rules every home buyer should know. In This short post we'll discuss 3 of those rules, including: avoiding excessive multiple visits, removing shoes and considering adjustments.

Below are 3 etiquette rules every home buyer should know:

Avoiding Excessive Multiple Visits

"One, two, or even three visits are typically acceptable prior to making an offer," Ameer says. "If you must return more than that, make sure this is a home you are seriously considering."

All those visits are not only an inconvenience, but they could also make a seller extremely anxious, especially if a buyer comes to the house five times and is never heard from again. Remember, you will have inspections and access to the home again, so don't waste a seller's time with too many visits.

Before you come away thinking you're the only person in the home-buying process who should adhere to a code of conduct, tune in next week to learn all the unwritten etiquette rules home sellers should follow, too! Source: Realtor

Removing your Shoes

Not everyone was a fan of the couple's rules, though. Some felt that in this housing market, you shouldn't do anything that might put potential buyers off.

"I suspect these sellers also make you remove your shoes upon entering their house…which I find disgusting." – Kristin

"One seller made my husband take his shoes off and almost didn't let him in the house because his clothes were a little dusty.

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3 Etiquette Rules Every Home Buyer Should Know

There are etiquette rules every home buyer should know. In This short post we’ll discuss 3 of those rules, including: avoiding excessive multiple visits, removing shoes and considering adjustments.

Below are 3 etiquette rules every home buyer should know:

Avoiding Excessive Multiple Visits

“One, two, or even three visits are typically acceptable prior to making an offer,” Ameer says. “If you must return more than that, make sure this is a home you are seriously considering.”

All those visits are not only an inconvenience, but they could also make a seller extremely anxious, especially if a buyer comes to the house five times and is never heard from again. Remember, you will have inspections and access to the home again, so don’t waste a seller’s time with too many visits.

Before you come away thinking you’re the only person in the home-buying process who should adhere to a code of conduct, tune in next week to learn all the unwritten etiquette rules home sellers should follow, too! Source: Realtor

Removing your Shoes

Not everyone was a fan of the couple’s rules, though. Some felt that in this housing market, you shouldn’t do anything that might put potential buyers off.

“I suspect these sellers also make you remove your shoes upon entering their house…which I find disgusting.” – Kristin

“One seller made my husband take his shoes off and almost didn’t let him in the house because his clothes were a little dusty.

The post 3 Etiquette Rules Every Home Buyer Should Know appeared first on Vancouver's #1 Family Real Estate Homes, Houses, And Condos For Sale | Gary Wong Realty.



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Slatted screens shade bedroom balconies of Singapore home by Formwerkz Architects

A louvred wooden screen protects the upper storey of this west-facing house in Singapore from direct sunlight, while the lower levels are partly embedded in the hillside site and shaded by the floors above (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Slatted screens shade bedroom balconies of Singapore home by Formwerkz Architects

A louvred wooden screen protects the upper storey of this west-facing house in Singapore from direct sunlight, while the lower levels are partly embedded in the hillside site and shaded by the floors above (+ slideshow). (more…)



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TS College Tours Opens Customized Focused Programs with SAS

Singapore American School (SAS) Summer Semester is pleased to announce its continued relationship with its longtime partner, TS College Tours, the leading provider of college and university tour programs for international students.

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TS College Tours Opens Customized Focused Programs with SAS

Singapore American School (SAS) Summer Semester is pleased to announce its continued relationship with its longtime partner, TS College Tours, the leading provider of college and university tour programs for international students.

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Adrian Bonomi builds wooden summer house for a couple who also live on a yacht

Australian architect Adrian Bonomi used a combination of blackened and pale wood to clad this summer residence for a couple who spend the winters sailing their yacht around Queensland (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Adrian Bonomi builds wooden summer house for a couple who also live on a yacht

Australian architect Adrian Bonomi used a combination of blackened and pale wood to clad this summer residence for a couple who spend the winters sailing their yacht around Queensland (+ slideshow). (more…)



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MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple adds timber-clad spa to its House 22 in Nova Scotia

A wooden boardwalk leads inside this timber-clad gym and spa building, designed by MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects to accompany a residence on Nova Scotia's Atlantic coast (+ slideshow). (more…)



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MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple adds timber-clad spa to its House 22 in Nova Scotia

A wooden boardwalk leads inside this timber-clad gym and spa building, designed by MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects to accompany a residence on Nova Scotia's Atlantic coast (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Frank Gehry's wooden Serpentine Gallery Pavilion in 2008 was "hugely hefty"

Movie: Frank Gehry's chunky wooden pavilion from 2008 is the subject of our next exclusive video with Serpentine Gallery director Julia Peyton-Jones. (more…)



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Frank Gehry's wooden Serpentine Gallery Pavilion in 2008 was "hugely hefty"

Movie: Frank Gehry's chunky wooden pavilion from 2008 is the subject of our next exclusive video with Serpentine Gallery director Julia Peyton-Jones. (more…)



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Joshua Florquin adds hexagonal-patterned ceiling to Paris hair salon

Sheets of plywood were layered on top of each other to create the ceiling of this Parisian salon, which local architect Joshua Florquin designed to represent sunny forests and natural environments (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Joshua Florquin adds hexagonal-patterned ceiling to Paris hair salon

Sheets of plywood were layered on top of each other to create the ceiling of this Parisian salon, which local architect Joshua Florquin designed to represent sunny forests and natural environments (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Hemmings Find of the Day – 2010 Radical SR8

2010 Radical SR8

In 2005, a Radical SR8 driven by Michael Vergers lapped the Nuerburgring Nordschleife in 6:55, setting a new record for a production (albeit a limited production) vehicle. By way of comparison, the fastest Dodge Viper (a 2010 Viper ACR) produced a lap time of just over 7:12, while the fastest Corvette (a 2012 C6 ZR1) lapped in just under 7:23. Variants of the SR8 can be made street-legal (in some countries, anyway), but the beast is essentially a race car at heart, and perfect for events like the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. This 2010 Radical SR8, for sale on Hemmings.com, was driven by racer Dominic Dobson to an Unlimited Class win at Pikes Peak in 2015, and has been specially modified to meet the event's competition rules. With a full steel roll cage, an FIA-approved fuel cell and an increased-thickness floorpan, it's almost ready to run the event in 2016 (after fitting the mandatory head restraint-equipped seat), but it's also well suited to track days and time attack events. From the seller's description:

This is a chance to purchase the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hillclimb Unlimited Class-winning GoProMotorsports.com Radical SR8 as raced by Indy car driver Dominic Dobson.

The SR8 RX is Radical's proven V8-powered sports racer and it provides the definitive driving experience. Physics-defying grip, relentless acceleration and powerful brakes add up to a two-seater track car that can lap most tracks in the same time as a Formula 3 single-seater – but at a fraction of the price. The SR8 RX's styling and chassis have been developed to comply with FIA CN class regulations, homologating the SR8 RX for international competition well into the future.

RPE's acclaimed 2.7-litre RPX V8 engine develops an incredible 430bhp and powers the SR8 RX through a unique RPE/Quaife six-speed transaxle. Coupled with the RPE paddleshift system and auto-blipper, flat upshifts and clutchless downshift are part of the package. This was the same specification used by Michael Vergers to set the production car lap record around the fearsome Nürburgring Nordschleife in August 2009. This longstanding flagship of the Radical range is the most thrilling yet easily manageable track and racing car available.

This unique example was delivered new to the Western US Distributor – Radical West – in 2010 and was prepped by the shop before becoming a track car for their management. It has never suffered any serious crash damage and has always been maintained professionally by the Radical West staff. It has a total of about 150 hours on the chassis and a total of 35 total hours on the engine, with about 6 hours since a total overhaul by the authorized engine rebuilders for Radical West. Additionally, the gearbox was fully rebuilt and also has only 6 hours.

Most recently, the car was prepared for the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hillclimb to be driven by 7-time Indy and LeMans racer Dominic Dobson. Dobson, at his first-ever appearance at the world famous event, took the GoProMotorsports.com Radical to an astounding win in the Unlimited Class and also won the coveted "Rookie of the Year" award.

The Pikes Peak rules required some special modifications to the standard SR8. These include the installation of a full steel roll cage, an FIA-approved fuel cell, a new floor pan of .125" thickness, and the installation of an aluminum seat with a built-in head restraint. The roll cage and floorpan remain, however the seat has subsequently removed and the standard seat re-installed, although it is included with the car. A full AIM data acquisition and camera system is also included and installed on the car.

This fast and agile car is race-ready for the 2016 Pikes Peak and is a potential class winner again! Dobson attributed his success to a large extent to the cars amazing combination of handling, grip and power. "…the radical was a breeze to drive and handled the many tight corners with ease. The acceleration was excellent and the brakes worked flawlessly, even entering the sharpest hairpins" Said Dobson after the race win.

The car includes one additional set of wheels, some spares and extra tires. It is a turn-key entry into the 100th running of the Pikes Peak Hillclimb in 2016…the 2nd oldest race in the US and will be a very strong contender for another race win in the Unlimited class!

2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8

Pricetag
Price
$79,500
Location Marker
Location
Pahrump, Nevada
Magnifying Glass
Availability
Available

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Hemmings Find of the Day – 2010 Radical SR8

2010 Radical SR8

In 2005, a Radical SR8 driven by Michael Vergers lapped the Nuerburgring Nordschleife in 6:55, setting a new record for a production (albeit a limited production) vehicle. By way of comparison, the fastest Dodge Viper (a 2010 Viper ACR) produced a lap time of just over 7:12, while the fastest Corvette (a 2012 C6 ZR1) lapped in just under 7:23. Variants of the SR8 can be made street-legal (in some countries, anyway), but the beast is essentially a race car at heart, and perfect for events like the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. This 2010 Radical SR8, for sale on Hemmings.com, was driven by racer Dominic Dobson to an Unlimited Class win at Pikes Peak in 2015, and has been specially modified to meet the event’s competition rules. With a full steel roll cage, an FIA-approved fuel cell and an increased-thickness floorpan, it’s almost ready to run the event in 2016 (after fitting the mandatory head restraint-equipped seat), but it’s also well suited to track days and time attack events. From the seller’s description:

This is a chance to purchase the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hillclimb Unlimited Class-winning GoProMotorsports.com Radical SR8 as raced by Indy car driver Dominic Dobson.

The SR8 RX is Radical’s proven V8-powered sports racer and it provides the definitive driving experience. Physics-defying grip, relentless acceleration and powerful brakes add up to a two-seater track car that can lap most tracks in the same time as a Formula 3 single-seater – but at a fraction of the price. The SR8 RX’s styling and chassis have been developed to comply with FIA CN class regulations, homologating the SR8 RX for international competition well into the future.

RPE’s acclaimed 2.7-litre RPX V8 engine develops an incredible 430bhp and powers the SR8 RX through a unique RPE/Quaife six-speed transaxle. Coupled with the RPE paddleshift system and auto-blipper, flat upshifts and clutchless downshift are part of the package. This was the same specification used by Michael Vergers to set the production car lap record around the fearsome Nürburgring Nordschleife in August 2009. This longstanding flagship of the Radical range is the most thrilling yet easily manageable track and racing car available.

This unique example was delivered new to the Western US Distributor – Radical West – in 2010 and was prepped by the shop before becoming a track car for their management. It has never suffered any serious crash damage and has always been maintained professionally by the Radical West staff. It has a total of about 150 hours on the chassis and a total of 35 total hours on the engine, with about 6 hours since a total overhaul by the authorized engine rebuilders for Radical West. Additionally, the gearbox was fully rebuilt and also has only 6 hours.

Most recently, the car was prepared for the 2015 Pikes Peak International Hillclimb to be driven by 7-time Indy and LeMans racer Dominic Dobson. Dobson, at his first-ever appearance at the world famous event, took the GoProMotorsports.com Radical to an astounding win in the Unlimited Class and also won the coveted “Rookie of the Year” award.

The Pikes Peak rules required some special modifications to the standard SR8. These include the installation of a full steel roll cage, an FIA-approved fuel cell, a new floor pan of .125” thickness, and the installation of an aluminum seat with a built-in head restraint. The roll cage and floorpan remain, however the seat has subsequently removed and the standard seat re-installed, although it is included with the car. A full AIM data acquisition and camera system is also included and installed on the car.

This fast and agile car is race-ready for the 2016 Pikes Peak and is a potential class winner again! Dobson attributed his success to a large extent to the cars amazing combination of handling, grip and power. “…the radical was a breeze to drive and handled the many tight corners with ease. The acceleration was excellent and the brakes worked flawlessly, even entering the sharpest hairpins” Said Dobson after the race win.

The car includes one additional set of wheels, some spares and extra tires. It is a turn-key entry into the 100th running of the Pikes Peak Hillclimb in 2016…the 2nd oldest race in the US and will be a very strong contender for another race win in the Unlimited class!

2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8 2010 Radical SR8

Pricetag
Price
$79,500
Location Marker
Location
Pahrump, Nevada
Magnifying Glass
Availability
Available

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Hemmings Sunday Cinema – Porsche 908 hot lap, Swedish Grand Prix, Messenger of Death

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This week's Sunday Cinema was fairly easy for me to pull together. First, Kurt suggested this video from the Revs Institute briefly discussing the institute's 1969 Porsche 908 LH longtail before taking it for a hot lap around Laguna Seca during Rennsport Reunion V.

* Next, McCourt suggested this one of the Grand Prix Rämenloppet 1933 – Sweden's winter grand prix, which involves lots of bundling up and snow.

* Finally, for this week's car chase, any Charles Bronson chase scene automatically gets added to the queue, even if it's not all that good, like this one from 1988's "Messenger of Death."



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Hemmings Sunday Cinema – Porsche 908 hot lap, Swedish Grand Prix, Messenger of Death

Porsche908_1000

This week’s Sunday Cinema was fairly easy for me to pull together. First, Kurt suggested this video from the Revs Institute briefly discussing the institute’s 1969 Porsche 908 LH longtail before taking it for a hot lap around Laguna Seca during Rennsport Reunion V.

* Next, McCourt suggested this one of the Grand Prix Rämenloppet 1933 – Sweden’s winter grand prix, which involves lots of bundling up and snow.

* Finally, for this week’s car chase, any Charles Bronson chase scene automatically gets added to the queue, even if it’s not all that good, like this one from 1988’s “Messenger of Death.”



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APA creates warehouse-inspired interior for refurbished London townhouse

Architecture studio APA has renovated a Victorian townhouse in London's Canonbury neighbourhood, creating a bright and open interior intended to recreate the spaciousness of a converted warehouse (+ slideshow). (more…)



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APA creates warehouse-inspired interior for refurbished London townhouse

Architecture studio APA has renovated a Victorian townhouse in London's Canonbury neighbourhood, creating a bright and open interior intended to recreate the spaciousness of a converted warehouse (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Massproductions' Endless shelving doubles as an adjustable room divider

Stockholm 2016: Stockholm designer Chris Martin's shelving system for Swedish brand Massproductions comes as individual units that can be linked together as many times as necessary (+ slideshow). (more…)



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Massproductions' Endless shelving doubles as an adjustable room divider

Stockholm 2016: Stockholm designer Chris Martin's shelving system for Swedish brand Massproductions comes as individual units that can be linked together as many times as necessary (+ slideshow). (more…)



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