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The pyramids of Egypt are such recognizable symbols of antiquity that for millennia, people have made assumptions about what they are and why they exist, without full consideration of the various meanings these ancient symbolic structures have had over the centuries. Generations have viewed them as symbols of a lost past, which in turn is often portrayed as a world full of romance and mystery.

National Trust houses and landscapes might seem to embody conventional family values, but for generations some very different stories were hidden away. These belong to owners now considered queer for defying the norms of sexual orientation or gender identity – sometimes blatantly, occasionally as open secrets, but most often very discreetly.

Living a simpler, happier life in a clean and cozy home environment is within reach with this helpful step-by-step guide. Clutter impacts us all in many negative ways from our mental health to weight gain and more. Bigger Living, Smaller Space will show you the path from taming chaos to harmonious living by decluttering your home and even resizing your living space. Smaller, more thoughtful homes are on the minds of many as inflation rises, along with the demands of managing and maintaining a larger home.

Os móveis são itens importantes para o quarto. Afinal, boa parte do conforto e da comodidade está diretamente ligada a eles. Além disso, desempenham um papel fundamental na decoração, pois não apenas fornecem funcionalidade, também contribuem para o ambiente e o estilo geral do espaço.

In Under the Dome, Alan Hantman, the Architect of the Capitol from 1997 to 2007, provides a personal account of how the Capitol works as a physical space; who runs it, how and why decisions are made about the security of the Capitol and the people who work there, and how politicians think about the Capitol Building.

Saiba tudo que é necessário para fazer a pintura da casa sozinho. Veja também como proteger os móveis durante a pintura e o tipo adequado de tinta para cada ambiente. O cachorro da raça pinscher conquista corações com sua personalidade vibrante.

Dicas para deixar o seu lar mais charmoso, aconchegante e se conectar com a natureza. O contato com a natureza é capaz de oferecer bem-estar e colaborar com a saúde física e mental. Nos ambientes urbanos, entretanto, tem se tornado cada vez mais difícil a proximidade com o meio ambiente. Atualmente, o ser humano passa a maior parte dos dias em espaços construídos pelo homem.

Veja como deixar sua sala de estar charmosa e aconchegante. Aprenda a importância das cores, móveis e iluminação na composição do ambiente. A sala de estar é, sem dúvida, um dos principais cômodos da casa. É um espaço adequado para receber visitas, passar bons momentos em família e relaxar. Logo, investir em uma decoração harmoniosa e funcional é essencial para realçar as melhores características que esse ambiente pode oferecer.

Descubra no Minibook Saúde dos Rins os alimentos e hábitos que ajudam a manter o bom funcionamento desse órgão vital. Aprenda dicas simples para cuidar melhor dos rins e promover uma vida mais saudável, prevenindo problemas e melhorando seu bem-estar. Nem sempre é simples implementar mudanças no estilo de vida. Vários aspectos podem dificultar a transformação, como adaptar a rotina aos alimentos saudáveis e a busca por tempo e energia para se exercitar.

Muita gente deseja ter uma vida tranquila no interior ou no litoral, principalmente depois da popularização do trabalho remoto. Por isso, o arquiteto Bruno Moraes, do escritório que leva seu nome, traz recomendações para quem quer se mudar definitivamente ou montar um segundo lar. Dicas fundamentais para reformar a casa, economizar na obra, contratar profissionais e comprar os materiais.

O quarto do bebê é um dos ambientes da casa que mais se transforma ao longo dos anos. Isso porque, durante o crescimento, o bebê passará por uma fase de descobertas e logo irá se locomover, tocar e experimentar cada elemento presente no espaço.

A cozinha é um dos ambientes mais importantes e frequentados da casa. Além do local para o preparo das refeições diárias, trata-se também de um espaço de convívio entre familiares e amigos. Logo, o cuidado na hora do planejamento e decoração é importante para garantir não somente beleza, mas conforto, praticidade e funcionalidade.

Unlock the secrets to stylish and affordable home decor with "Decorating Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, and Tricks." This essential guide is packed with creative solutions for every room, helping you transform your space without breaking the bank. Discover quick fixes for common design dilemmas, ingenious hacks for maximizing small areas, and expert tips to achieve a polished look effortlessly. Whether you’re a seasoned decorator or just starting out, this book will inspire you to unleash your creativity and elevate your home with confidence.

In The Language of Things, Deyan Sudjic, director of the Design Museum, decodes the things around us: their hidden meanings, our relationships with them, how they shape our lives and why we desire them. Design is everywhere. It seduces, pleases and inspires us. It makes us part with our money. It defines who we think we are. An iPhone, an anglepoise lamp, a Picasso, a banknote, an Armani suit, a William Morris textile, a Lucky Strike packet, a spacecraft - every object tells a story.

Great castles are invaluable historical artifacts, that give us an incredible window into the medieval world. Castles were part of the very fabric of medieval society, and profoundly influenced the political, economic, demographic, and social evolution of Europe. In the 24 compelling lectures of Great Castles of Europe, Professor Victoria L. McAlister, of Towson University guides you through the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance, highlighting outstanding and historically significant castles of these extraordinary times.

Through engaging storytelling, human behavior insights, and proven design techniques, Kevin Kelley—an attention architect and cofounder of Shook Kelley, a strategic design firm that pioneered the field of "convening"—unfolds why physical places are essential to civil society, business, and community.

Despite the numerous studies of Frank Lloyd Wright's life and architecture, little has been published about his life in relation to the communities that dominated his life. These communities, which he led with unquestioned authority, made possible his extraordinary productivity. In 1932, after years of hardship, Wright and his third wife, Olgivanna, founded the Taliesin Fellowship, a community of apprentices and assistants. Five years later the Fellowship began to spend winters at Taliesin West, a camp he designed in Scottsdale, Arizona.

What makes everyday spaces work, how do they shape us, and what do they say about us? The spaces we live in - whether public areas, housing, offices, hospitals or cities - mediate community, creativity and our very identity, making us who we are. Using insights from environmental psychology, design, and architecture, The Shaping of Us reveals the often imperceptible ways in which our surroundings influence our behaviour.

Le Corbusier famously said, "A house is a machine for living in." We now confront the litany of environmental challenges associated with the legacy of the architectural machine: a changing climate, massive species die-off, diminished air and water quality, and resource scarcities. Brook Muller offers an alternative: water-centric urban design that fosters sustainability, equity, and architectural creativity.

In 2005, childhood friends Matt Gibberd and Albert Hill set out to convince people of the power of good design and its ability to influence our well-being. They founded The Modern House - in equal parts an estate agency, a publisher and a lifestyle brand - and went on to inspire a generation to live more thoughtfully and beautifully at home.