The Sedgwick County Zoo’s Reed Family Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley exhibit opened to the public on May 26 2016. This is one of the newest, most advanced and the third largest elephant exhibit in North America at over 5 acres with the largest swimming hole at 550,000 gallons. The project will be used as an example of the correct way to design and build an Elephant exhibit for years to come. Safari Thatch provided all the thatching for the main pavilion and the other out buildings. We also provided all the materials for the pedestrian fencing, trellises and shade structures. It was an honor to work with the zoo on this project. The Camp Zambezi main pavilion was one of the largest single structures we have thatched, at over 6000 sq ft, with our synthetic Viro Bali Class A Fire Rated Thatching at the time. The zoo went with this thatch for its look, cost, longevity, ease of application, and warranty. Safari Thatch also provided all the pedestrian fencing lining the walkways though out the exhibit. For this we used our Rustic Eucalyptus 4’ tall prefabricated fence panels with 6” Eucalyptus posts and 4” rails. This produces an almost indestructible fence with many years of use. Our original design with the varied heights of the upright pickets keeps patrons from placing anything on top of the fencing thus reducing the chance of people or property from falling inside exhibits protecting both the customers and the animals. We also used a post and rail fence to separate the people and landscaping. This was a 4” post and 3” rail Eucalyptus fence. We used Eucalyptus poles for all the structural pole construction on all the out building in the exhibit. Eucalyptus is the fastest and straightest growing tree. They are all plantation grown and forest certified. We prefer these for pole style construction due to their strength over other wood poles and lack of taper, with less than an inch over 20 feet, removing extra weight that would be found in other poles. This is a beautiful and very large and state of the art exhibit and is a feather in the cape of the Sedgwick County Zoo. The people of Wichita and the surrounding area have adopted and taken great interest in the newly arrived Elephants involving the entire community. The Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley has been a major attraction since it opened and should be on anyone must see list. Safari Thatch is proud to have been involved in this project.

Acton, MA 2008 sq ft varies Visioning, programming, concept design, schematic design, construction documentation and construction administration The HingeHouse project was the result of a unique partnership between an independent architect and a pre-fabricated home manufacturer – a partnership among the first of its kind in the country. Today, many pre-fab companies have adopted this collaborative approach recognizing that homeowners are looking for unique, custom homes while taking advantage of reliable and predictable construction methods and costs. In 2008, the partnership was created to rethink pre-engineered post-and-beam and panelized systems to connect clients to a more modern and integrated set of design values. By integrating systems, factory design approach, manufacturing methodologies and construction sequences with design criteria grounded in sustainable planning and rigorous implementation, HingeHouse was developed. HingeHouse is a fully-customizable pre-fab home which can be configured to meet the needs of any site, and any family. It is flexible and expandable using Deck House engineered building components. Starting with basic floor plans that are optimized spatially to Deck’s standard components, the living spaces are rotated around a "hinge” point. This design solution addresses the limitations and challenges of a particular site, while highlighting the best aspects of it. HingeHouse considers passive solar orientation depending on where the home is placed on the site and how it is “hinged”. It provides for maximum cross-ventilation from prevailing winds, preserves existing site formations and trees, and works on sloping grades. It addresses specific desired views while mitigating unwanted adjacencies, and provides great flexibility for entry sequences. HingeHouse uses Deck’s standard sloped roof post-and-beam component system to create a lyrical, light-filled home. The western red cedar exterior is sculptural and dynamic. Interior spaces are lofty, with great view potential using Deck’s own custom-made mahogany windows. The “hinge” of the home, where the two building forms come together, has the added benefit of creating a desirable outdoor living room, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The "hinge” provides both a tool for maximizing customization and spatial orientation and a center of activity at the heart of the home. Since this partnership in 2008, Maryann Thompson Architects and MATHISON | MATHISON ARCHITECTS have worked with Acorn Deck House Company on numerous full or partial pre-fab projects in the Boston Area, Western Massachusetts, Maryland and Michigan. We have become an advocate for their services and products because it offers advantages on a variety of levels including schedule, cost and quality. Services provided included visioning, programming, concept design, schematic design, construction documentation and construction administration. Evan’s Role: Project Designer & Project Manager

By the 1920s, Art Nouveau’s botanical motifs were dwarfed by the soaring heights of urban architecture. Iconic skyscrapers, like the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building, adopted classically proportioned, linear designs. Patterson embodies this clean modern aesthetic. We set opal glass in finely cast metalwork to recapture the lasting class of vintage modern design. Overall Dimensions: 13"Dia. x 5.5"H

Composting comes with all kinds of benefits. It's economical, environmentally friendly and it keeps the world healthy for future generations. Recycling food waste in the kitchen no longer requires adopting a family of fruit flies, living with weird smells or taking multiple trips to the compost bin. The CompoKeeper's patented odor control system eliminates the presence of smelly odor and fruit flies. This patented liner-sealing technology and the 6-gallon compostable bag enable compost to be collected for a week or more indoors, preventing the need to empty contents outdoors on a daily basis.

Carpet Cleaning Methods in Singapore Is your house full of rugs made of different fabrics? And, are you confused about its cleaning methods? This confusion is easy to happen when there are several rugs in your home. In those situations, consulting carpet cleaning services in Singapore is the best solution for you. Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied, as applying a single method can damage the texture and appearance of the carpet. So, here in this blog, we will discuss the different types of carpet fabrics and the cleaning methods used by the best carpet cleaning company. Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied 4 Types of carpets and best cleaning method Synthetic Carpets: Synthetic carpets are found in most households as they are abundant in the market. They are easy to maintain and need to be cleaned regularly because dusting is quick on such fabrics. For cleaning of synthetic carpets, you can contact cheap carpet cleaning in Singapore, as the frequency of cleaning is high. Also, the method adopted for cleaning synthetic carpets usually involves dry-chem cleaning or soap-free cleaning methods. Wool Carpets: Wool carpets can stain and collect dust easily, but you shouldn’t clean them with soap and water. Wool has excellent water absorption and takes a long time to dry completely. Therefore, to clean wool carpets, it is better to consult a professional carpet cleaner, as they have a better knowledge of applying the right cleaning method. Usually, the dry cleaning method is applied to make the carpet faster and cleaner. Polyester Carpets: Polyester is one of the forms of synthetic fabric that has been one of the most popular carpet fabrics for a long time. This fabric is known for its luxurious feel and comes in a variety of colors. These mats are hydrophobic and stain resistant, however, they are not very durable, especially when exposed to the sun. Therefore, you should not apply the usual soap and water cleaning method to this fabric but entrust the task to professionals. Berber Carpets: Berber carpets give you a soft, comfortable feeling when you step on them, and with this carpet fabric you need to wash it often because the dust treatment process happens quickly. Weekly vacuuming is recommended along with professional deep cleaning every three months. To clean Berber carpets, you can choose the regular soap and water method, but be careful with rubbing as it can damage the fabric texture. Conclusion Ocean Cleans Singapore we provide the best cleaning service in Singapore. With our 20 years of experience, you’ll enjoy the luxury of deep-cleaned rugs at an incredible price. We have extensive knowledge of different carpet fabrics and use the most appropriate and advanced cleaning technology and methods. So, to enjoy the pleasure of having clean carpets at your residence, feel free in availing our excellent services!

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Other

Regency style beds first adopted a faux-bamboo motif in the late 18th century when England opened trade with the Far East. With that inspiration, we designed the exclusive Taylor Bay Bed steeped in British Colonial splendor, touting regal mahogany hardwoods and rich detailing. Border pieces and corner posts feature growth rings like those on bamboo poles. The headboard and footboard flaunt upholstered woven paneling and hand-detailed artichoke finials. A hand-rubbed mahogany finish achieves a fine sheen.

Challenges with your backyard space? Yeah, that's no problem for us. In this space, the deck could not be attached to the house because of the way this turn-of-the-century home was built. The house is 100 years old and the basement door is right in the middle of the back of the house, preventing an attached deck. Another big challenge on this space was that the lot sloped up the hill and away from the house. So what did we do? We excavated and put in retaining walls and build it into the side of the hill, while maintaining integrity of the backyard space and driveway. The homeowners wanted their outdoor space on the same level as the play area with swingset so that they could watch the kids while they relax. Nailed it! A little bit about us… Deck Remodeler’s Founder and President, Sean McAleer, grew up in his father’s architectural woodworking shop and mastered his craft as a third-generation carpenter and cabinet maker organically. While others adopted the craft, Sean was born in to it. Building a business using the skills he learned and perfected over the years…it’s in his DNA. With 30+ years of experience, he adapted and developed a palette of materials and methods for outdoor living that few can match, though many have tried to copy. Bringing his love of designing and building beautiful things inside the home to the outside spaces with all the challenges that presents has been his passion for decades. While Sean is certainly the visionary of Deck Remodelers, his talented and dedicated team ensures every project, big or small, is designed and built seamlessly. Our team includes in-house certified designers, architects, project management team, operations director, and of course, our highly skilled craftsmen in the field that bring it all to life. What also sets Deck Remodeler’s apart is the experience of working with a full team of passionate professionals. All communication between customers, office staff and workers in the field is done through the real time system, allowing us to stream-line our projects. Customers are kept up to date through our system, and never have to wonder the status of their project – stream-lined communication is a huge priority for us. With 60+ National Design Awards, there’s a reason Deck Remodelers is the MOST awarded deck builder in North America. Regardless of the deck and features, when Deck Remodelers builds your outdoor dream space, it is far from ordinary. Large or small, full features or basic, the design, quality and craftmanship is second to none. You not only get beautiful results, but a company that stands behind its work. We believe it is critical to use quality materials and employ highly trained and certified crew members that assure that quality in every aspect is second to none for our discerning clients. Serving NJ, NY, & CT we’ve got you covered! If you are looking for a modern, traditional, or transitional custom builder to design& build you your perfect backyard space , call the experts at Deck Remodelers for your free virtual consultation! 973.729.2125

Panoramic full view of the finished mid-century modern open kitchen space dominated by warm natural wood grain cabinetry. The entire storage system adopts hidden recessed handle design for a minimalist seamless look. On the left side, a full-height tall cabinet wall houses a built-in oven to neatly embed large cooking appliances. Along the rear cooking wall, continuous base cabinets are matched with floating open wooden display shelves, used to arrange tableware, glassware and decorative kitchen decorations, paired with light marble backsplash to ease the heavy sense of solid wood. The oversized central island is topped with polished white marble countertop, serving as a prep station and casual breakfast bar, with two transparent glass pendant lights hanging overhead to enrich ambient lighting. The right-side extended counter holds a sink area and extra storage drawers, matched with trailing green plants to inject lively vitality into the space. The cabinet material is specially treated to resist humidity fluctuation unique to Georgia’s Black Sea coastal and mountainous regions, avoiding wood splitting and mold issues during long-term use, which is a highly favored customized kitchen solution for high-end private houses in Tbilisi and Batumi.

Composting comes with all kinds of benefits. It's economical, environmentally friendly and it keeps the world healthy for future generations. Recycling food waste in the kitchen no longer requires adopting a family of fruit flies, living with weird smells or taking multiple trips to the compost bin. The CompoKeeper's patented odor control system eliminates the presence of smelly odor and fruit flies. This patented liner-sealing technology and the 6-gallon compostable bag enable compost to be collected for a week or more indoors, preventing the need to empty contents outdoors on a daily basis.

The bathroom has different purposes and an expansive master bath can separate the functional areas for privacy and elbow room. Kohler, the plumbing fixture company, talks about “performance showering” and “relaxing bathing” as separate activities. You can adopt this idea by separating the bathtub and shower. Make your bath a place for rest and respite. Including a large, comfy tub, a window for outdoor gazing, and places to set candles and a nice glass of wine are just a few ideas.

No matter how hard we try to keep them fresh, a vase of roses always wilts. But this rose wall decor is made from iron and adopts exquisite workmanship, the overall design of this art piece has a good sense and will be a long-lasting usage. You can hang it wherever you want, this elegant floral wall decor will add brilliance in color and exceptional detail to your space and bring a pastoral style. - Material: Metal - Color: Pink - Overall Dimensions: 14"W x 14"H x 1.2"D (355mmW x 355mmH x 30mmD) - Number of Pieces: 1

Inspiration for a large craftsman master gray tile and ceramic tile ceramic tile doorless shower remodel in Cincinnati with white walls

Get modern style home design idea here. Everyone wanna get clean, cool, minimalist look in your home.However most of them are feeling financial strains. Actually there are too many choices available to settle for anything less than fantastic.We share some easy tips here to make a modern style home. These ideas are extremely easy to achieve.Keep reading! #1 Modern lines furniture & embrace minimalism. The modern minimalist movement has come a long way from stark, cold interiors with the look, become first choice for home decor. Simple style furniture fits perfectly in a modern organic room. Look for simple shapes and sleek silhouettes with interesting angles. By adopting this decorating style,your finances can be focused on fewer items cause it having less decor. Add some modern element with low cost metal furniture legs.Such as try to DIY your TV stand with custom metal table legs, or find modern hairpin legs for coffee table. #2 Textured furniture Mixing patterns and textures in your interior design and decorating efforts can add style and interest. Comfortable material help keep your home furniture modern look. Whether you have a wooden coffee table with hairpin legs, or headboard that has a rustic texture, or a chair that has a soft, rough, or patterned texture,or metal table legs with casters, it can add a whole new level of interest to the room. Texture can be a great way to complement a bold or subdued pattern that makes up the rooms point of interest. #3 Color Except for the textures on the furniture and the interesting mix of humble materials, the colors on the walls become popular suddenly in home interior. We know Pantone additionally released the 9 colors that will trend Fall 2018. If you want to DIY your home or furniture design,except the hairpin table legs we recommend before, check our the 9 fall colors to incorporate in your home decor. # 4 Plants We are losing more and more “green” when our building is surrounded by skyscrapers.Add some green color and vitality via plants in your home interior processing. Plants just have a way of making any space feel bright, lively, and gorgeous. This trailing plant grows extremely fast in a variety of growing conditions. Their versatility makes them ideal for hanging planters in low light homes. Adding some green to your décor has never been easier!Enjoy! Follow above tips to add some new look in your home interior and furniture design.Also, please pay attention to your budget, double check your simple furniture list. Quit punishing your budget ans start investing in better quality furniture. Welcome to share your simple, modern style home design and home decor ideas, and your DIY project with hairpin legs!

An old 45 m2 holiday apartment located in a seafront building – Mati, Attica (Greece) – gets completely renovated and modernized to meet the needs of the new generation. The interior space changes as in the new plan an additional bedroom is added, while the main room is attached with the living room creating a uniform feel. The architecture adopted in this apartment is designed to play with the limits of a conventional seasonal apartment, to awaken the senses but also the illusions and to strengthen the dialogue between the owner and the sea. Photography George Messaritakis

The outdoor kitchen adopts an industrial theme with its exposed concrete beams and polished concrete floor. Cascading greenery from the overhead open shelving breathes life into the monochromatic space, offering a stark yet harmonious contrast. The centerpiece is a robust island with a textured front panel, which provides a practical yet aesthetically pleasing work area, complemented by modern stainless steel appliances and fixtures that reflect the natural light streaming in from the large windows.

This rear addition provides the family with a living area that has lots of natural light for the family to enjoy and relax. The cathedral ceiling creates an open and airy space that is well lit from the side and rear windows. The cathedral ceiling also flows into the washroom. Light is very important to this family and due to the close proximity to the neighbours on either side, fire shutters were required and incorporated on all the side windows. The basement is a finished space with a bar, washroom, family room, and a dedicated room for the family’s adopted cats. Exterior was finished with matching brick that was sourced and still available.

Independent dedicated pantry space with customized L-shaped corner cabinet layout. One side is designed with multi-tier open adjustable shelves for jarred spices, bottled drinks, packaged food and household sundries; the other side adopts full-height seamless handleless closed tall cabinets to store oversized bulk groceries, paper goods and seasonal supplies. Ceiling spotlights provide even illumination for inventory arrangement and picking, all cabinet panels use anti-dry-cracking treatment fit for LA’s arid weather, avoiding panel shrinkage and gap expansion caused by long-term low humidity environment. This independent pantry design frees up main kitchen counter space, a highly favored storage upgrade for large LA family villas.

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Example of a transitional kitchen design in Dallas