Tree seat project can offer relief from summer's heat (The Oklahoman)
When it's hot outside, there's nothing like a leafy, green shade tree to beat the heat. And there's no better way to take advantage of this shady retreat than a tree seat. If you're a do-it-yourselfer, you can enjoy this all-American classic in your yard or garden at a fraction of the cost of a ready-made version. Built from redwood (as pictured; cedar, pine or treated lumber also will work), ...
Shigeru Ban Pavilion Could Fetch Upward of $1 Million at Auction (Architectural Record)
On Saturday, June 14, Sotheby?s will auction the Artek Pavilion designed by architect Shigeru Ban, as part of its semiannual Important 20th Century Design sale in New York. The 1,991-square-foot portable building is being sold on behalf of Artek?s major owner, the Swedish investment firm Proventus, which plans to donate the proceeds to arts and culture charities.
Vixen Hill Offers Customizable Cabanas to Enhance Outdoor Living (Multi-Housing News)
Miele?s Quietest Dishwasher Yet The new G 2002 La Perla series from Miele is engineered to be the quietest dishwasher yet from the company.
An Interior Designer Finds Plenty of Room for Ikea (The New York Sun)
Think interior designers would disapprove of a $22 ready-to-assemble bookshelf? Think again. A New York-based designer, Elaine Griffin, said nearly everything in her kitchen is from Ikea, the Swedish furniture chain that will open its first New York City location June 18. "I am crazy about Ikea," Ms. Griffin, who is a contributing editor of Elle Decor and is ranked as one of House Beautiful's ...
Avoid boating, canoeing on high water (Charles City Press)
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is advising boaters and canoeists to stay off the rivers and flood control reservoirs until the water returns to a more normal level. The strong current and heavy rains washed in debris and moved around other obstacles in rivers and reservoirs creating an unsafe situation.
Waukesha County flood damage takes $57 million toll (Greater Milwaukee Today)
WAUKESHA - Waukesha County?s flood damage amount continues to grow, with a reported $57 million in damage as of this morning. On Wednesday, Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas said the 18 of the 37 municipalities in the county reported $35 million in damage.
The Indonesia Furniture Industry & Handicraft Association (Asmindo) Expects Indoor & Outdoor Furniture Export Sales to ... (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Indonesia Sourcing Report - Indoor & Outdoor Furniture" report to their offering.
One-stop shop for outdoor living (The Daily Tribune)
Now that more homemakers and developers are bent on blurring the line between outdoor and indoor living, outdoor furniture are becoming in demand and much more sophisticated.
Design Center gains momentum (The Acorn)
Adler Realty Investments Inc. said three new tenants are coming to the 120,000-square-foot Agoura Design Center. Westpoint Furniture Design Center, the Mattress Store and the Power of Home have signed lease agreements and will open soon, the Woodland Hills-based broker said.
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