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Italian Kids Room Furniture Set ONE-608 by SPAR
Made in Italy by Spar
ONE Junior by Spar is a modern styled Italian kids bedroom furniture collection that is remarkable for its innovative technologies that help not only safe so valuable space, but get it optimized for the every need of your kid. ONE Junior Furniture Collection by Spar makes dreams come true, making both parents and children happy, providing bedroom solutions that you really need and deserve. ONE Kids Furniture line creates functional and modern bedroom designs for girls and boys, small kids and teenagers, optimizing the space for sleeping, studying and playing. Featuring a variety of colors to choose from and abundance of size customization options, modular ONE Bedroom Collection sets no limits between your kids and bedroom they are dreaming about.
All the pieces can be mixed & matched from one set to another and are available in a variety of sizes and colors. Please contact our office regarding customization of this kids bedroom set.
The starting price is for the "As Shown" kids bedroom set ONE 608 that includes the following items:
1 Top Bed (bed requires special size mattress 31.5" x 76.5")
1 Safety Bar (for Top Bed)
1 Storage Ladder
1 Bottom Twin Size Bed (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75")
1 3-Drawer Nightstand (on wheels)
1 Desk with 3-drawer cabinet
1 Wall Shelf Unit
1 Wall Shelf W80"
1 Standing Bookcase (features 4 drawers)
1 Corner Wardrobe
1 Storage Composition "Loft"
Please Note: Room/Bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price.
MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION:
E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively trough a wood recycling production process
Used lacquers conform to the norm 71/3 (toys directive)
Structure: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Shelves: 25mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Back panels: high density fibreboard 5mm thick
Doors: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board finished on 4 sides
Hardware: metal runners with self-closing system and double stop; adjustable self closing hinges; quick-mount and braking systems
Dimensions:
Top Bed: W35.2" x D81" x H11.2" (internal 31.5" x 76.5" special size)
Bottom Twin Size Bed: W42.5" x D78.7" x H38.6"
Bottom Full Size Bed: W57.5" x D78.7" x H38.6"
Safety Bar: W54.7" x H16.8"
Storage Ladder: W18.5" x D40.5" x H39.8"
3-Drawer Nightstand: W18.5" x D17.8" x H23.2"
Desk: W53" x D25.2" x H30"
3-Drawer Cabinet (part of desk): W18.5" x D17.8" x H28.5"
Wall Shelf Unit: W53.5" x D10.5" x H23.6"
Wall Shelf: W80" x D10" x H1"
Standing Bookcase: W18.5" x D15" x H89.8" or H102.4"
Corner Wardrobe: W49" x D49" x H89.8" or H102.4"
Storage Composition "Loft": W116.5" x D22.8"/34.4" x H89.8" or H102.4"

Modern Kids Bedroom Set WEB 20 by SPAR. Web Junior Furniture Collection by Spar impresses both parents and children with innovative solutions, making a super functional bedrooms for girls and boys, small kids and teenagers. Colorful, modular amazing and imaginative WEB Bedroom Collection gives satisfaction to room furnishing. The original design is dedicated to amusement and study of your child. Featuring endless customization opportunities and pieces for all occasions and needs, this italian kids bedroom line helps you to organize the space on different levels and use every place in its best way, providing wide freedom to organize and create.
Please contact our office regarding customization of this kids bedroom set.
The starting price is for the "As Shown" bedroom set that includes following elements:
- 1 Twin Size Bed on wheels (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75")
- 1 Desk
- 1 File Cabinet (on wheels)
- 2 Horizontal Hanging Door-Units W45.7"
- 2 Vertical Hanging Door-Units H23"
- 2 Vertical Hanging Door-Units H35.5"
- 1 Wall Mirror
- 1 Library Storage Composition (features 3 Shelves W35.4" and 2 Shelves W53.2")
- 1 Walk-In Wardrobe (with lighted-up interior)
Please Note: Room/bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price.
MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION:
E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively trough a wood recycling production process
Used lacquers conform to the norm 71/3 (toys directive)
Structure: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Shelves: 25mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Back panels: medium density coated fibreboard 5mm thick
Doors: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board finished on 4 sides
Hardware: metal runners with self-closing system and double stop; adjustable self closing hinges; quick-mount and braking systems
Dimensions:
Twin Size Bed: W41.8" x D78" x H35" (internal 39" x 75" US Standard)
Full Size Bed: W57" x D78" x H35" (internal 54" x 75" US Standard)
Desk: W53.2" x D23.6"/32.7" x H30"
File Cabinet: W18" x D16.5" x H23.2"
Horizontal Hanging Door-Unit: W45.7" x D13.7" x H12.7"
Vertical Hanging Door-Unit: W12.7" x D13.7" x H23"
Vertical Hanging Door-Unit: W12.7" x D13.7" x H35.5"
Wall Mirror: W12.6" x H47.2"
Library Composition: W92.3" x D10" x H89.8"
Walk-In Wardrobe: W47.7" x D43.3" x H89.8" or H102.4"

The Cartesio is an elegant, iconic table featuring an original coated metal, weight-bearing frame consisting of 4 rectangular-section V-shaped separate elements. The top comes in wood veneer finish or slatted oak. The slatted oak top matched to a rust Corten-finished base lends a metropolitan appearance to this table. Its sculptural modern silhouette and solid lines will add character to the most classic and rigorous settings.
The Cortesio is paired with the Anais Dining Chairs, Sipario Sideboard, and several Pom Pom Suspension Lamps, all by Calligaris.
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East of Tshwane in Gauteng, South Africa is the spectacular Mooikloof Heights home which is situated on a north sloping 15000sq.m. site.
This home is approached from the north where it is completely transparent, but as the driveway curves around the west side it becomes a collection of stacked rusted boxes without any openings.
Due to the size of the site, the house could be stretched to extend to nearly 85m from east to west: The north elevation is totally glazed across the three storeys with deeply recessed glazing to create sun control.
The house is clad with natural stone and rusted steel panels framing openings in the façade. These materials speak to the taste of the client, as well as the environment.
The soil is composed of deep slate rock which had to be excavated and used for the gabion walls or crushed and covered with topsoil to create the garden. The sloping landscape was reduced to different terraces, creating a stepped landscape with a large retaining pond on the lowest level.
As the driveway curves around the house to the entrance on the south side, a transparent “canyon” opens, with views through the house to the hills, miles away. The rust colour is picked up by the gabion retaining walls that create a carport to the south of the home, while “Weathered”, a steel sculpture by Regardt van der Meulen, welcomes you at the front door.
On entering the double volume entrance hall, the view is across two water features, the first one part of the atrium at the core of the house, the other a large reflecting pond in the garden that doubles as a rainwater collection tank. Internally ribbed brass cladding is introduced to walls and ceilings, while several paintings by Santa van der Meulen complements the interiors.
Mooikloof Heights was designed in such a way that the feeling of indoor-outdoor living was prominent from almost every space in the house, lending itself to spectacular views. The style of open plan living Is evident throughout the house. The flow of the ground living and entertainment areas blend and combine into each other and create a connectedness throughout house.
The exposed steel beams, glass and stone cladding creates a symphony of textures combined with rusting steel walls and screed floors. The staircase cantilevers out of a massive stone wall with double storey glass to the west protected from the sun by steel louvres and an indigenous tree.
A few steps down you are presented with a choice of either the formal lounge or the informal family and dining room flowing out onto the lanai, while the open plan kitchen and breakfast room are just past the jacuzzi. Another sculpture by Regardt van der Meulen sits on a perch above the family room, staring across the double volume space.
The lanai is a vast space suited to the Highveld lifestyle, incorporating a bar/ barbeque, dining area and lounge, adjacent to the jacuzzi and pool.
The view from the whole house to the north is breath taking, covering the valley down to foot of the hill where Mooikloof Equestrian estate is situated and the whole hill across the extensive garden and the large reflecting pond.
On the opposite side of the hall is access to the garages (the other 4 garages have direct access to the kitchen area), a lift that connects the basement floor and first floor, and an executive study leading onto a massive roof garden over the guest wing. A large home theatre is situated to the south of the family room.
The guest wing can be reached via the lift or another cantilevered staircase and comprises three suites with a lounge area, all leading onto the lower garden.
Going up the main staircase you arrive at the pyjama lounge, with one bridge across the double volume family room leading to the main suite. The other runs across the double volume hall leading to two kid’s suites, while a third suite and the gym are situated to the south of the bridge leading to the main suite. The kid’s suite has an internal balcony with the wall facing the suite painted with a whimsical map of the world.
The main suite is a private sanctuary, flooded with north and east sun, and a fabulous dressing room and bathroom leading onto large balconies.
The home was designed by Nico and Werner van der Meulen of Nico van der Meulen Architects with interiors by their interior design company, M Square Lifestyle Design. Furniture and accessories were supplied by M Square Lifestyle Necessities.
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Modern Italian Kids Bunk Bedroom Furniture Set ONE-603 by SPAR
Made in Italy by Spar
ONE Junior by Spar is a modern styled Italian kids bedroom furniture collection that is remarkable for its innovative technologies that help not only safe so valuable space, but get it optimized for the every need of your kid. ONE Junior Furniture Collection by Spar makes dreams come true, making both parents and children happy, providing bedroom solutions that you really need and deserve. ONE Kids Furniture line creates functional and modern bedroom designs for girls and boys, small kids and teenagers, optimizing the space for sleeping, studying and playing. Featuring a variety of colors to choose from and abundance of size customization options, modular ONE Bedroom Collection sets no limits between your kids and bedroom they are dreaming about.
All the pieces can be mixed & matched from one set to another and are available in a variety of sizes and colors. Please contact our office regarding customization of this kids bedroom set.
The starting price is for the "As Shown" kids bedroom set ONE 603 that includes the following items:
1 Top Bed (bed requires special size mattress 31.5" x 76.5")
1 Safety Bar (for Top Bed)
1 Bottom Twin Size Bed (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75")
1 Storage Ladder with Extension storage platform
1 3-Drawer Nightstand
1 Desk with 3-drawer cabinet
2 Standing Bookcases/Libraries
1 Wall Shelf W63.5"
1 Wardrobe (2 doors & 4 drawers & open insert with shelf)
1 Storage Composition "Corner Bridge"
Please Note: Room/Bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price.
MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION:
E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively trough a wood recycling production process
Used lacquers conform to the norm 71/3 (toys directive)
Structure: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Shelves: 25mm thick melamine-coated particle board
Back panels: high density fibreboard 5mm thick
Doors: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board finished on 4 sides
Hardware: metal runners with self-closing system and double stop; adjustable self closing hinges; quick-mount and braking systems
Dimensions:
Top Bed: W35.2" x D81" x H13" (internal 31.5" x 76.5" special size)
Bottom Twin Size Bed: W42.5" x D78.7" x H38.6"
Bottom Full Size Bed: W57.5" x D78.7" x H38.6"
Safety Bar: W54.7" x H16.8"
Storage Ladder: W18.5" x D40.5" x H39.8"
Extension Storage Platform: W18.5" x D40.5" x H39.8"
3-Drawer Nightstand: W36.2" x D17.8" x H21.7"
Desk: W53" x D23.2" x H30"
3-Drawer Cabinet (part of desk): W18.5" x D17.8" x H28.5"
Standing Bookcase: W18" x D14.4" x H89.8" or H102.4"
Wall Shelf: W39.5" x D10" x H1"
Wardrobe: W36" x D23.6" x H89.8" or H102.4"
Storage Composition "Corner Bridge": W(81" x 81") x D23.6"/33.7" x H89.8" or H102.4"

Italian Kids Bedroom Furniture Set Diletta D35 by SPAR. Diletta Collection by Spar is a supreme quality Italian kids bedroom furniture that enters our homes making both parents and child happy. Diletta bedrooms, featuring charming curved lines and distressed hand-patinated fronts, antique handles available in a large variety, create romantic vintage atmosphere in your child's bedroom. Functional and original, units from this kids italian furniture collection offer endless customization options for personalizing your boy's or girl's room and saving so valuable space in child's bedroom to relax, play and study. Diletta is a dream that you can touch with your hands!
Dilleta Collection offers a great selection of units that are available in several sizes and finishes you choose! Please contact our office regarding customization of this children bedroom set.
The starting price is for the "As Shown" bedroom set that includes following elements:
- 1 European Twin Size Bed (bed fits special size mattress 31.5" x 76")
- 1 Desk
- 1 File Cabinet (on wheels)
- 1 Chair
- 2 Wall Shelves W39.4"
- 1 Storage Wardrobe Composition
- 1 Library Composition
Please Note: Room/bed decorative accessories and the mattresses are not included in the price.
MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION:
E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively trough a wood recycling production process
Structure: 25 mm thick laminated wood, E1 class
Doors: 30 mm thick panels in varnished MDF patinated by hand
Back panels: high density coated fibreboard
Hardware: metal runners with self-closing system; easy-to-insert hinges with triple regulation
Tops in varnished MDF patinated by hand
Dimensions:
European Twin Size Bed: W35.2 x D79" x H38.6" (internal 31.5" x 76" Special Size)
Desk: W59" x D27.6" x H29.5"
File Cabinet: W20.5" x D17.8" x H22.8"
Wall Shelf: W39.4" x D10" x H1"
Storage Wardrobe Composition: W73.8" x D23.6"/26.2" x H91" or H103.5"
Library Composition: W55.3" x D14.7"/17.3" x H91" or H103.5"

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It's known as the PISA/TIMSS voyaging convoy. Every time worldwide tests results are discharged with association tables indicating champs and failures a gaggle of scientists, scholastics and grouped kindred explorers plummet on the most astounding performing nation or instruction framework to break down and write about "world's best practice".
The objective continues evolving
One issue with thusly of deduction is that nobody framework reliably beats the rest. In light of the 1995 and 1999 TIMSS (Trends in International Math and Science Study) results, Asian instruction frameworks in Singapore, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan overwhelmed. Accordingly, the emphasis was immovably on recognizing the reasons the Asian tigers were performing so well.
In the PISA (Program for International Student Assessment) 2000 results, Finland positioned first in education, fourth in arithmetic and third in science. Finland became the overwhelming focus and specialists and scholastics ran to Helsinki to find the reasons Finnish understudies performed at or close to the highest point of the table.
By 2012, at the end of the day, an alternate training framework turned into the focal point of consideration. Finland descended the PISA rankings as another champ, Shanghai, rose as first in arithmetic, science and perusing.
Apples aren't being contrasted with apples
A second issue when making correlations is that the spots we've recognized as examples of overcoming adversity are distinctive to Australia. City-states like Singapore and instruction frameworks in profoundly performing spots like Hong Kong and Shanghai have remarkable qualities that separate them from nations like Australia, England and the USA.
Contrasts in topography, the quantities of understudies and schools, the understudy cosmetics (as far as dialect, society and financial profile) and how schools, including educational modules and appraisal, are organized and oversaw significantly affect results.
Singapore, when contrasted with Australia, is little topographically, more homogenous as far as dialect and culture and utilizes instructive practices that have long been out of support in Australia. These incorporate gushing kids in view of their abilities, and high-chance, focused tests and examinations.
As noted in a paper titled How not to prevail upon PISA information: an unexpected examination, there are additionally social components clarifying solid execution that are troublesome, if not unimaginable, to exchange starting with one instruction framework then onto the next.
Evident cases incorporate the effect of Confucian qualities and morals that stretch appreciation for power (particularly instructors), the conviction that achievement is conceivable with inspiration, fixation and diligent work, and the thought that training is focal if one is to accomplish a superior life.
Confounding circumstances and end results
Befuddling what has driven these nations to achievement speaks to the third trouble in expecting that what seems to prompt accomplishment in one nation can without much of a stretch be exchanged to another.
To expect that everything we need to do in Australia to enhance test outcomes is to lessen the impact of the Australian Education Union, while being appealing to some, is both undemocratic and blameworthy of accepting circumstances and end results.
There are a few advantages of abroad correlations
PISA and TIMSS tests have been held for a long time. Thus, there is a decent arrangement of examination recognizing the attributes of more grounded performing instruction frameworks from which states and domains can learn.
The early ethnographic work recording Japanese and American classes nitty gritty in Harvard distribution The Teaching Gap uncovers how the lessons in Asian classrooms are more unequivocal, obviously organized and sound and there is a desire that all understudies, with the essential offer and applications, some assistance with canning succeed.
A later distribution by the Grattan Institute, Catching up: gaining from the best educational systems in East Asia, likewise distinguishes imperative lessons from fruitful Asian instruction frameworks.
Positive variables incorporate giving instructors more opportunity to work cooperatively and to tutor each other, guaranteeing that educator training, course readings and the educational modules are commonly steady and concentrate on enhancing classroom rehearse.
It ought to additionally be noticed that while Australian understudies don't perform in the top level in PISA and TIMSS tests, there is some reason for festivity. Understudies in the Australian Capital Territory perform well over the Australian normal and frequently coordinate the execution of top-performing abroad instruction frameworks.
As far as lifting the execution of understudies from distraught foundations it is additionally critical to take note of that Catholic schools, in light of an investigation of the 2009 PISA results completed by the Australian Council for Educational Research, accomplish a value rating surpassing that of Finland.
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The PentHaus, Gurgaon.
(High-End Luxury Interiors- Residential Category)
2013-14
Built Up Area-
12,000 sq feet approx
Design Team:
RENESA ARCHITECTURE DESIGN INTERIORS,New Delhi
• Sanjay Arora - Founder| Principal Architect
• Sanchit Arora - Studio Head Architect
• Vandana Arora - Interior Designer| Decor Head
• Virender Singh- Studio Technical Head| Architectural Assistant
Photographer-
• Vibhor Yadav - RENESA's Official Photographer.
Social Media Connect:-
RENESA ARCHITECTURE DESIGN INTERIORS STUDIO, New Delhi
www.renesa.in
Contact: +91-9953542461
Tel : 011 455 11 211
Tel : 011 457 00 411
Email: renesa91@gmail.com | sanchit.renesa@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/renesa.architecture
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renesa.architects/
Consultants | Contractors:
• Site Contractor - Mr. Umesh Mehta (Star Construction)
• Mechanical Consultants - TN Engg & Consultants.
• Electrial Consultants - Electro Consultants
"The PentHaus,Gurgaon" - Design Profile.
The Conceptual Design Development-
RENESA ARCHITECTURE DESIGN INTERIORS have recently completed an interiors project for a penthouse(The PentHaus) in Gurgaon.
The basic design requirement as per the client was to divide the floor plates in the penthouse on the basis of public and private relationship.(With the public interaction and services on the lower level with the private interface on the upper level).
The design philosophy as dictated and understood was on the lines of contrast in colors with the play of art and decorative pieces highlighting the depth in the detailing of the accessorization of the whole scale model.
The client's interest in art and design pieces worked in favor for RENESA DESIGN STUDIO as it was a value-addition to the whole interior decor design process.
Credits need to be given to the client for the right selection of art pieces in terms of the color pallet blending into the design philosophy set by RENESA STUDIO.
A mix of contemporary modern with classical essence here and there provides a smooth transition of amalgamation of different design philosophies in a given space model.
The play of solid volumes with double height spaces gives the apartment a very expansive and grand look at the entrance.
Thus a line of communication is created between the public and private zones via the massive chandelier mass structure in the middle of the entrance foyer.
RENESA ARCHITECTURE STUDIO carefully studied and analyzed the given area and the clients requirement for the look and feel for the space (internal decor) and planned the space accordingly. The positioning and placement of art pieces, furniture and furnishings once decided by RENESA was left to the client to decide and they did proper justification to the space with some amazing decor choice to value add to the existing space design by the architects. It is also great to have clients with good design taste as it is always a value addition to the architect's vision.
Each and every space has been demarcated with its own essence of design so that they stand out and give a new experience to the visitor while passing through.
Also, the toilets have been carefully crafted according to the ambience of the space. Different specialized Italian stones for each different toilets gives a new experience for the viewers.
Perhaps the contrasting color pallets of the activity zones change so massively that the eye catching experiential pathway is induced at the lower level of the apartment.
The kitchen area has been expansively designed to give a very airy feeling to the household activities. Huge windows with amazing views provide a perfect setup for a good-to-cook ambiance at any time of the day.
The deck area for the Penthouse has been carefully crafted in terms of keeping the pallet on the green side with a tinge of hardscaping with the lit backdrop of the penthouse adding character to this external space.
Hence, all in all the character of a bling-y yet subtle design space is created at this apartment with more importance given to the transparency of the space transitions with the careful play of the color shade card in the backdrop.

Contact our office concerning price or customization of this Kids Bedroom Set. 347-492-55-55
This kids bedroom furniture set is made in Italy from the fines materials available on market. This bedroom set is a perfect solution for those looking for high quality kids furniture with great storage capabilities to embellish and organize the children`s bedroom. This Italian bedroom set also does not take lots of space in the room, using up only the smallest space required to provide room with storage as well as plenty of room for your kids to play. All the pieces within this kids furniture collection are made with a durable and easy to clean melamine on both sides, which is available for ordering in a variety of matt colors that can be mixed and matched to make your kids bedroom bright and colorful.
Please contact our office concerning details on customization of this kids bedroom set.
The starting price is for the "As Shown" composition that includes the following elements:
1 Corner Composition Bridge
1 Twin platform bed (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75")
1 Nightstand
1 Computer Table
1 Open Bookcase Unit
The Computer Chair is not included in the price and can be purchased separately.
Please Note: Room/bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price.
MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION:
E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively through a wood recycling production process
Bases 0.7" thick melamine
Back panels 0.12" thick MDF
Doors 0.7" thick melamine
Front drawers 0.7" thick melamine
Dimensions:
Corner Composition Bridge: W(98" x 79") x D21" x H84"
Twin bed frame with internal dimensions W39" x D75" (US Standard)
Nightstand: W17.7" x D14.2" x H17"
Computer Table: W38.8" x D28.7" x H29"
Open Bookcase Unit: W18.7" x D8.7" x H29"

Great spacious bathroom with lot of amenities.
Photographer: Jon Upson
Large elegant master beige tile and porcelain tile drop-in bathtub photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige walls and a two-piece toilet
Large elegant master beige tile and porcelain tile drop-in bathtub photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige walls and a two-piece toilet

Regardless of the length of your trip abroad, you should know that packing is an essential step of your stay. This goes doubly so when it comes to students, so you must always keep a few things in mind when you’re getting ready, such as what you need to take. The following list from https://mcessay.com/write-my-essay/ will provide you with some useful tips on what you must do to have a trouble-free packing experience:
You should never be extra picky about your toiletries and personal hygiene products, but you should have a small supply of it if you have a favorite product. Face wash, shampoos and conditioners as well as other products may not be available as the same brands in the new place, so have a spare at least. Always make sure you have your liquids sealed in a plastic bag to avoid issues with airport security.
Make sure you pack some weather-appropriate clothing as part of your luggage. The last thing you’ll want to do is look for clothes in the new location if the climate is extreme, compared to your point of origin. You should look into the weather ahead of time so you can pack accordingly to avoid issues with it.
Use a backpack or a duffel bag that suits the airline requirements so you can haul your luggage with greater ease once you’re off the airport. This will help you be more mobile, while at the same time allowing you a choice between walking on foot without dragging luggage and using a cab or public transport.
Prepare a few international adapters, so you won’t have any issues powering your electronics at the new location. Different countries use different types of plugs, so you must make sure you have what you need. The last thing you’ll want to do is getting stuck in a foreign country without a chance to use your tech.
Prepare a list of things you must do during the semester so you won’t have to deal with the organizational aspects of it. You can start with a checklist, keeping it in a place where you’ll be able to see on a regular basis. You will need the preparation to ensure you do things right and on time.
Take at least two pairs of good walking shoes along, as well as your normal shoes. This will help you greatly if you need to walk around different towns or cities. Not all places have the same policy when it comes to sidewalks and public areas, so having a few pairs of good, comfortable shoes will go a long way.
Taking a cross-shoulder bag alongside your luggage will be a very comfortable option when it comes to urban exploration, travel and study. Its hard to rip off of you, easy to carry and also easy to use. Make sure you keep an eye on it from time to time though, as there’s always the possibility of meeting would-be thieves.

Located on a wooded site, a single-story 1950s house with an awkward floor plan was strategically remodeled to provide living spaces that connect to the outdoors and respond to the needs of a young family.
This home had undergone successive alterations over the years, resulting in a fragmented, confusing layout. With only minor changes to the footprint, the architects redesigned this midcentury home to blur the boundary between indoor living and the landscape beyond. The new design effects a dramatic change by reorganizing the space into linear zones, raising the roof in key places, and making two small additions.
A concrete wall links a new music studio and detached garage to the main house, forming an entry court that welcomes visitors and screens the private bedroom spaces nearby. The entry is marked by a series of round skylights, while the living room has been opened up with taller ceilings, a new fireplace and walls of glass. A series of long colored boxes provides storage and utility spaces, while planar elements draw the eye through the house to the landscape beyond. Teak cabinets, blackened steel and Douglas fir contrast with more modest materials such as painted MDF panels, fiber-cement siding and painted gypsum wallboard. These spaces are designed to accommodate both intimate family gatherings and large parties.
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Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Vancouver
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Classic color with refined texture. Picking up on the natural blonde tones of oak, but adding in a light wire brush. Santal can either dress up a space or just create a comfortable canvas. The range of color allows a lot of versatility with furniture and complimenting elements.
REDEFINING DURABILITY
The most important specification for determining the durability of vinyl flooring is the thickness of the wear-layer. The best wear-layers are made of thick, clear virgin PVC, which covers the paper print-film that gives the floor its unique appearance. Once the wear-layer wears through, the paper is damaged and the floor will need replacement.
Most vinyl floors come with a 8-12 mil wear-layer (0.2-3 mm). The top commercial specs in the industry are higher, at 20-22 mil (0.5 mm). A select few manufacturers offer a “super” commercial spec of 28 mil (0.7 mm).
For Modin, we decided to set a new standard: 40 mil (1.0 mm) of premium virgin PVC. This allows us to offer an industry-leading 20 year Commercial Warranty (Lifetime Residential), compared to nearly all other commercial vinyl floors’ 10 year Commercial Warranty.
Beyond our superior wear-layer, we also use a patented click mechanism for superior hold, and a ceramic-bead coating.
SIZE MATTERS
Wider and longer planks create a sense of space and luxury. Most vinyl floors come in 6” or 7” widths, and 36” or 48” lengths.
For Modin, we designed our planks to be 9” wide, and 60” long. This extra large size allows our gorgeous designs to be fully expressed.
DETAILS THAT COUNT
We made sure to get all the details right. Real texture, to create the feel of wire-brushed wood. Low sheen level, to ensure a natural look that wears well over time. 4-sided bevels, to more accurately emulate the look of real planks. When added together they help create the unique look that is Modin.
DESIGNS THAT INSPIRE
We spent nearly a year just focusing on our designs, to ensure they provide the right mix of color and depth. Focusing on timeless wire-brush and European Oak styles, as well as more contemporary modern washes, our collection offers truly beautiful design that is both functional and inspiring.

Smart Storage Ideas for Small Apartments with Flat-Pack Panel Furniture
Small apartments and rental homes often struggle with one thing: not enough storage. Clothes, books, luggage and daily items quickly fill every corner, and there is rarely space for bulky built-in furniture. With the right flat-pack panel furniture, you can still create a bright, organized home that feels calm instead of crowded.
Here are some practical ideas to make the most of every square meter using flat-pack wardrobes, beds and cabinets.
1. Build a Full-Height Storage Wall
When floor space is limited, think vertically. A full-height wardrobe or storage wall from floor to ceiling instantly adds a huge amount of hidden storage without taking more footprint.
Use tall cabinets around the bed or TV area. Closed doors keep the room looking clean, while a few open shelves in the middle can display books, plants or a TV. Slim handles and light wood tones help the design feel modern and not too heavy for a small room.
Flat-pack panel wardrobes are delivered in cartons and assembled on site, which makes them perfect for apartments with narrow stairs or elevators.
2. Turn the Bed Area into a Storage Zone
In small bedrooms, the bed is usually the largest piece of furniture. Instead of letting the space under and around it go to waste, transform it into extra storage:
A platform bed with drawers underneath is ideal for bedding, seasonal clothes or suitcases.
Steps leading up to a raised bed can hide additional drawers or cabinets.
A headboard with shelves and small cabinets keeps phones, books and chargers within easy reach while freeing up the bedside floor.
These designs work very well with panel furniture. Standard board sizes and hardware make it easy to customize length, depth and internal layout according to each room.
3. Combine Desk, Wardrobe and Shelving
Many people now work or study from home, even in small apartments. Instead of using several separate pieces, consider a combined unit that integrates wardrobe, open shelves and a desk.
A corner desk with wall-mounted cabinets above and a wardrobe next to it creates a compact “working wall”. Open shelves can hold files and décor, while closed cabinets hide everything else. Keeping the furniture off the floor visually opens the room and makes cleaning easier.
Flat-pack construction means these modular units can be shipped in flat panels and assembled in different layouts: left-hand or right-hand desk, longer or shorter wardrobe, more or fewer shelves.
4. Choose Light Colors and Warm Wood Textures
Color has a big impact on how large or small a room feels. For compact spaces, light neutrals are your best friend: white, light grey and soft beige make walls and cabinets visually recede. Warm woodgrain fronts or accents add comfort and prevent the room from feeling cold.
You can mix white cabinet doors with oak or light walnut panels to create a fresh, Scandinavian-inspired look. Using the same material for wardrobes, beds and shelves also creates a calm, unified feeling instead of a busy, mismatched room.
5. Enjoy the Practical Benefits of Flat-Pack Furniture
Flat-pack panel furniture is not only space-saving in the room, it is also efficient before it arrives:
Products are packed flat in cartons, so more pieces fit into one container or truck.
Cartons are easier to carry through narrow hallways and up staircases.
Most systems use cam locks and dowels, allowing for quick assembly and disassembly when moving.
For landlords, student housing and rental projects, this makes installation faster and replacement simpler. For online brands and retailers, flat-pack furniture reduces shipping costs and makes warehousing more flexible.
6. Behind the Scenes: How Quality Flat-Pack Furniture Is Made
A good small-space design also depends on precise manufacturing. Modern CNC cutting lines, edge-banding machines and drilling centers ensure that every panel fits perfectly, doors stay aligned and hardware works smoothly. Consistent quality is key when many apartments or rooms need to be furnished with the same design.
About Starwood
Starwood is an OEM & ODM manufacturer based in Guangdong with over 12 years of experience in panel materials and furniture. We supply decorative papers, MDF, particleboard, plywood and custom-designed flat-pack furniture, including wardrobes, storage beds, study units and kitchen cabinets.
If you are a retailer, online brand, interior designer or project client looking for small-space furniture solutions, feel free to contact us to develop your own flat-pack collection or apartment package.

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Smart Storage Ideas for Small Apartments with Flat-Pack Panel Furniture
Small apartments and rental homes often struggle with one thing: not enough storage. Clothes, books, luggage and daily items quickly fill every corner, and there is rarely space for bulky built-in furniture. With the right flat-pack panel furniture, you can still create a bright, organized home that feels calm instead of crowded.
Here are some practical ideas to make the most of every square meter using flat-pack wardrobes, beds and cabinets.
1. Build a Full-Height Storage Wall
When floor space is limited, think vertically. A full-height wardrobe or storage wall from floor to ceiling instantly adds a huge amount of hidden storage without taking more footprint.
Use tall cabinets around the bed or TV area. Closed doors keep the room looking clean, while a few open shelves in the middle can display books, plants or a TV. Slim handles and light wood tones help the design feel modern and not too heavy for a small room.
Flat-pack panel wardrobes are delivered in cartons and assembled on site, which makes them perfect for apartments with narrow stairs or elevators.
2. Turn the Bed Area into a Storage Zone
In small bedrooms, the bed is usually the largest piece of furniture. Instead of letting the space under and around it go to waste, transform it into extra storage:
A platform bed with drawers underneath is ideal for bedding, seasonal clothes or suitcases.
Steps leading up to a raised bed can hide additional drawers or cabinets.
A headboard with shelves and small cabinets keeps phones, books and chargers within easy reach while freeing up the bedside floor.
These designs work very well with panel furniture. Standard board sizes and hardware make it easy to customize length, depth and internal layout according to each room.
3. Combine Desk, Wardrobe and Shelving
Many people now work or study from home, even in small apartments. Instead of using several separate pieces, consider a combined unit that integrates wardrobe, open shelves and a desk.
A corner desk with wall-mounted cabinets above and a wardrobe next to it creates a compact “working wall”. Open shelves can hold files and décor, while closed cabinets hide everything else. Keeping the furniture off the floor visually opens the room and makes cleaning easier.
Flat-pack construction means these modular units can be shipped in flat panels and assembled in different layouts: left-hand or right-hand desk, longer or shorter wardrobe, more or fewer shelves.
4. Choose Light Colors and Warm Wood Textures
Color has a big impact on how large or small a room feels. For compact spaces, light neutrals are your best friend: white, light grey and soft beige make walls and cabinets visually recede. Warm woodgrain fronts or accents add comfort and prevent the room from feeling cold.
You can mix white cabinet doors with oak or light walnut panels to create a fresh, Scandinavian-inspired look. Using the same material for wardrobes, beds and shelves also creates a calm, unified feeling instead of a busy, mismatched room.
5. Enjoy the Practical Benefits of Flat-Pack Furniture
Flat-pack panel furniture is not only space-saving in the room, it is also efficient before it arrives:
Products are packed flat in cartons, so more pieces fit into one container or truck.
Cartons are easier to carry through narrow hallways and up staircases.
Most systems use cam locks and dowels, allowing for quick assembly and disassembly when moving.
For landlords, student housing and rental projects, this makes installation faster and replacement simpler. For online brands and retailers, flat-pack furniture reduces shipping costs and makes warehousing more flexible.
6. Behind the Scenes: How Quality Flat-Pack Furniture Is Made
A good small-space design also depends on precise manufacturing. Modern CNC cutting lines, edge-banding machines and drilling centers ensure that every panel fits perfectly, doors stay aligned and hardware works smoothly. Consistent quality is key when many apartments or rooms need to be furnished with the same design.
About Starwood
Starwood is an OEM & ODM manufacturer based in Guangdong with over 12 years of experience in panel materials and furniture. We supply decorative papers, MDF, particleboard, plywood and custom-designed flat-pack furniture, including wardrobes, storage beds, study units and kitchen cabinets.
If you are a retailer, online brand, interior designer or project client looking for small-space furniture solutions, feel free to contact us to develop your own flat-pack collection or apartment package.

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