The predominantly sunny weather here in Australia is the main reason many people decide to go off-grid and power their homes with solar energy. After all, besides the initial costs of installing a solar system, solar energy is the cheapest, most abundant energy source. But considering how it’s only available as long as the sun… continue reading →
Home & Garden
The debate for original versus replica furniture has been ongoing for decades, and today is no different. There are those who support original pieces, out of support and appreciation for the work and creativity of designers, and there’s the other group of people who don’t see anything wrong with buying the copy. I was part… continue reading →
You don’t have to be Goldilocks and try beds in stores to be able to make a successful purchase. Why am I saying this? Same as the majority of people today, I don’t have the energy to carry on with shopping, even during weekends, so I make use of online shopping as much as I… continue reading →
As more and more people come to realize the reality of pollution and global warming, they are starting to look for ways how to leave a smaller carbon footprint behind them. And this can mean all sorts of things – from recycling, to boycotting the food chains that serve food in disposable plates and containers…. continue reading →
There are a lot of misconceptions about modular construction, and most of them are slowly being debunked, as the industry is taking up a large portion of the construction market, and for all the right reasons. The modular construction industry has changed significantly from the “a single-size-to-fit-them-all” box concept into more versatile modules being built… continue reading →
Unless you’re a millionaire, it’s only normal that you’d want to save a few dollars and settle for the cheap stuff every now and then. But when it comes to purchasing something on which you spend almost a third of your life, compromising on quality is something that should never cross your mind. What am… continue reading →
Though we usually don’t really give it much thought, the outdoor décor of our homes is just as important as the interior (if not more!). This is so because the outdoor appearance is the first thing someone has of our home, and as such has a huge role in the value of the home… continue reading →
When people talk about batteries used in renewable energy systems, they usually refer to deep cycle batteries. These are basically energy storage units within which occur chemical reactions that result in voltage, and hence, electricity. Deep cycle batteries are specially designed to be discharged and recharged many times, and typically have a relatively long life-span…. continue reading →
Though the kitchen was the place associated with dirty dishes in the past, things look different today – remember, the kitchen is the heart of the home, or the hub if you will. Having in mind how important food is in our lives, and how much time-consuming eating is on a daily basis, the kitchen… continue reading →
Every once in a while, we all want to just leave everything behind, head to a new place, and relax in a hotel room, with a bed that shows what sleeping on clouds is like. It’s the kind of bed that makes for a memory that lasts a lifetime. Now, what makes a bed as… continue reading →
