Ray and Charles Eames are the geniuses behind The Lounge Chair, the Eiffel Chair and some of the most luxurious office chairs. Designing some of the most iconic furnishings of the 20th century, the Lounge chair was designed in 1956 and is now considered a classic example of the manufacture of modern furniture. Using the […]
The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme was designed to support businesses taking on eco-friendly heating systems; however, drastic cuts to the funding are threatening the scheme’s future, with severe implications for both the businesses committed to it and for the government. Image Credit Alarmingly for many, the cuts look to have been fast-tracked through parliament, […]
An Exciting new technology has been developed by scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh that enables glass and metal to be welded together using lasers. Image Credit The difficulty with attaching glass to metal previously rested in their differing thermal properties. Glass was liable to shatter when using conventional bonding methods involving heat; therefore, metal […]
Sash windows in the UK are a typical feature of Victorian and Georgian properties, with the distinctive aesthetics and designs considered part of the British building heritage. Sash windows have glazed panels that open horizontally or vertically. They are undeniably elegant and charming and a familiar sight across English cities, towns, and villages; however, the […]