Stockholm 2016: the top of this table by Swedish designer Alexander Lervik flips up when not in use, so its curved handle can be used for carrying or as a hook for hanging on the wall. (more…)
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Monday, February 29, 2016
1985
Ms. Duckworth's story is incredible. She was born in Thailand and grew up in Southeast Asia with her brother Tom, her American father, and her Thai mother. Their expatriate life ended in 1985, when her father lost his job and they returned to the United States. There, she said, "We were able to rebuild our lives and achieve the American dream."
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1999
In March of 1999, William C. Rives -- then a faculty member at Singapore American School -- purchased what he thought was a beautiful and outstanding painting at an auction in Singapore. The painting was by Alix Aymé, and was of a tranquil river landscape in Luang Prabang, Laos (Lot 42 in the September 19th Asian Works of Art auction). Rendered with sensitive brush strokes and an exquisite color palette, the painting depicts a woman dressed in pink, standing on a bridge overlooking the Nam Khan river, where boats skim across the surface of the water which in turn reflects the mountains and sky above.
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2014
Dylan Palladino stood on Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world, in the summer of 2014, determined to get to the top. He had already been climbing for five full days, and still had seven more hours to go before he reached the summit. The final push wouldn't be easy. The weather was so cold that ice blew in the 14-year old's face and his eyelids felt as if they were going to freeze shut. At such a high altitude, it was also hard to breathe.
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2015
You wouldn't know the school's age by looking at its latest incarnation, a sprawling 36-acre campus in Woodlands bedecked with solar panels and technology-equipped classrooms. But there are clues to the school's history, which began in a seven-bedroom house on Rochalie Drive, tucked away in an obscure library office–clues that archivist Ms. Beth Bayley recently brought to light.
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2012
When Mr. Mike Rogers, a Singapore American School alumnus ('00) and co-founder of Persistent Productions, was hired to make a film for the school, he expressed interest in working with a student. Mr. Alex Fortmann's name was automatically tossed into the hat.
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2010
"My grip on Sophia Datta's hand got a little tighter and hers on Maddy Zemans. Anxious energy radiated off all of us. Would our group be called? As I heard the Announcer say, 'In second place, from Singapore American School, Callie Elms, Mehek Jain, Jada Li, and Madeleine Park. The title of their project: Adding Pages to Sir Nicholas Winton's Scrapbook. Our whole section went crazy. I clapped for them with glee but my heart sank a little. Of course I was happy for them, but did that mean we didn't win? Could they call Singapore American School twice?"
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1980
By the start of the 1980s, both Singapore and SAS had evolved through several phases; each had had considerable success, and each had taken some missteps. In this decade, an economic downturn and recovery opened up a new chapter in Singapore's economic development, while the school realized it could weather a significant decline in enrollment and still feel confident of a bright future.
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ReMIX Studio's Shunyi House extension features louvred cladding and an all-white interior
"Birth" of Brutalist Barbican Estate documented in Peter Bloomfield's construction photos
Photographer Peter Bloomfield spent four years behind-the-scenes on the construction site of London's Barbican Estate, documenting the iconic Brutalist development as it "emerged from its chrysalis of scaffolding" (+ slideshow). (more…)
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Quinn Architects renovates apartment in London's Brutalist Barbican Estate
London studio Quinn Architects has designed a minimal interior for this apartment in the city's Barbican Estate, pairing white lacquered surfaces with timber skirting and oak cabinets (+ slideshow). (more…)
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How to Choose a Diaper Size
Before you plan on stocking up on diapers, it is important that you know the right diaper size for your little one to ensure that you won’t be wasting money on it. Also, picking the right diaper size will ensure total comfort and no “burst outs” on your little one.
For your convenience, here are the steps on how to choose the right diaper size:
- Know the type of diaper your child wears – Most cloth diapers are only one-size and doesn’t necessarily require the right size of your baby. In short, cloth diapers can easily fit on any kid.
- Get to know your child’s weight – Most diaper packages are classified by the different weight categories. With that in mind, you need to know your child’s weight. It’s ideal not to stock up a lot of disposable diapers considering that your child will eventually start to grow in just a matter of months.
- Don’t always depend on the size category of one brand with the other ones – As you know, every brand will do whatever they can to outsmart and outdo their competitors. When you plan on using different diaper brands, make sure to always read the packaging to have an idea which size your baby falls into.
- If your child is in between the weight limit/sizes then always use the larger size – If your child falls in the borderline sizes then it can be a bit of a tricky decision for you. Just keep in mind that diapers are roomy but they still snug in place when it’s worn on the child.
- If your child outgrows the other sizes then consider using training pants/pull-up diapers – There comes a time that your child may outgrow the other diaper sizes. When that happens, it’s time that you take the pull-ups into consideration. If you want to have the same absorbency for your baby then bedwetting diapers are the better choice. These diapers may be a bit larger but it sure does get the job done.
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MVRDV to transform La Part Diu shopping centre in Lyon
3 Benefits of Lithium Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion becomes the fastest growing batteries available across a wide range of golf carts and electric vehicles. In this short post we’ll discuss 3 benefits of lithium ion batteries, including: high energy density, longevity and low rate self-discharge.
High Energy Density
The energy density of lithium-ion is typically twice that of the standard nickel-cadmium. There is potential for higher energy densities. The load characteristics are reasonably good and behave similarly to nickel-cadmium in terms of discharge. The high cell voltage of 3.6 volts allows battery pack designs with only one cell. Most of today’s mobile phones run on a single cell. A nickel-based pack would require three 1.2-volt cells connected in series.Source: http://ift.tt/1x510lD
Longevity
Longevity is the main advantage and thus greater value for money. While lead-acid batteries usually last between 12 and 18 months, our lithium products have a five-year limited warranty. Lead-acid batteries often deteriorate rapidly and are vulnerable to temperature fluctuations, especially during the winter. It’s realistic to estimate that a lead-acid battery may only deliver one season of regular golf. In contrast, Motocaddy lithiums are protected by an integrated Battery Management System and designed to handle at least five years of golf, irrespective of temperature and downtime. Source: http://ift.tt/1QGPRPA
Low Rate of Self-discharge
One issue with batteries and cells is that they lose their charge over time. This self-discharge can be a major issue. One advantage of lithium ion cells is that their rate of self-discharge is much lower than that of other rechargeable cells such as Ni-Cad and NiMH forms. Source: http://ift.tt/1UuqBSJ
For more information about Lithium-ion golf cart batteries, chargers or battery maintenance systems, please give us a call or contact us here.
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Steel tubes support Patricia Urquiola's Cuna bath for Agape
Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola has created a bathtub for Italian brand Agape that is supported by a frame of tubular steel. (more…)
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The Sample Sale to offer discounted design products at London event
Dezeen promotion: London's first multi-brand sample sale will take place from 4 to 6 March 2016, with 20 top furniture, lighting and accessories brands offering discounts of up to 70 per cent off (+ slideshow). (more…)
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Daniel Arsham evokes knocked-through walls with SCAD installation
Snarkitecture co-founder Daniel Arsham has opened a solo show at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Museum of Art in Georgia, which features eroded, rippled and cloth-like wall installations. (more…)
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Dezeen's 10 most popular Instagram posts of 2016 so far
We're racing towards 500,000 Instagram followers, so we've collated a selection of the most-liked posts from our carefully curated feed so far this year. Click through to see the top 10, and don't forget to follow Dezeen on Instagram! (more…)
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Google granted planning permission for new King's Cross offices
UK studio Mossessian Architecture's 11-storey office building for Google in London's King's Cross has been given permission to start work. (more…)
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Dezeen Jobs: latest jobs update
See the latest from our recruitment site Dezeen Jobs, including positions with the Aesop, Ross Lovegrove Studio and UNStudio, which designed the curvaceous new transport terminal in Arnhem, the Netherlands (pictured). This is also the last chance to apply for roles with Hawkins\Brown Architects LLP, RIBA, Foster + Partners and more... (more…)
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David Weeks' folding wooden Cubebot toy "has a life of its own" on Instagram
Most Loved: New York designer David Weeks reflects on how the simple toy robot he designed became a social media sensation in the next movie from our exclusive video series. (more…)
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Liddicoat & Goldhill transforms an 18th-century barn into an English countryside home
London studio Liddicoat & Goldhill has remodelled a derelict barn in Kent, England, to create a home featuring mechanically operated doors and a staircase that wraps around a chimney (+ movie). (more…)
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Hawkins\Brown designs pool that will give the sense of "swimming amongst the trees"
A cross-laminated timber roof covers this six-lane swimming pool, which London firm Hawkins\Brown plans to add to a school in Surrey (+ slideshow). (more…)
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Sunday, February 28, 2016
Ron Arad shows new jewellery collections at London exhibition
All Are Welcome to March Music Concerts
See our talented middle school and high school student musicians in concert! Free admission for all. Middle and high school bands' Music from Stage and Screen concert: March 15, 2016, 5:00 p.m., SAS auditorium. Middle and high school choir solo and ensemble festival recital: March 16, 2016, 3:15 p.m., drama theater. Middle school strings concert: March 17, 2016, 5:00 p.m. in the SAS auditorium.
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Urgent Re-Enrollment Notice
Students who are not re-enrolled by March 1 risk losing their seats for next year and will be required to pay an increased registration fee of $3,000. Please refer questions to reenroll@sas.edu.sg or call 6360 6041.
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Walk for Water SAS
Over the past three years, Walk for Water SAS has raised over $45,000 for 250 wells in rural Cambodia with 100 percent of the funds going to Tabitha, a non-profit closely affiliated with the school. This event started small, including just three students and their families, but last year participants from all branches of the schools joined together to have over 100 participants walking for water. The concept is simple; participants start at SAS and walk the 28 kilometers down to Sentosa, yet impacts are incredible. This year the walk will take place on Saturday, March 5. If you're interested, please read more to find out how Walk for Water got started, how to sign up, our entrance fees, and other volunteer options.
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Kentaro Ishida adds stripy steel skin to asymmetric house in Japan
William Tozer's split-level Raumplan House is based on the theories of Adolf Loos
Architect William Tozer applied Adolf Loos' Raumplan concept to this London house extension, which features several stepped levels that are all visually connected. (more…)
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Folding steel shutters reveal interior of BetweenSpaces' Bangalore architecture studio
Nap Bar in Dubai invites visitors to sleep on soft pebble-shaped seats
Manabu Okano transforms 1940s Japanese house into vintage clothing store
White-painted walls and plywood panels contrast with the existing wooden interior of this vintage clothing store in Saitama city, which was recently renovated by local designer Manabu Okano (+ slideshow). (more…)
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Four volumes piece together to form Studio Prototype's Villa Schoorl in Holland
Four separate volumes fit together "like a puzzle" to form this villa in the Netherlands, designed by Studio Prototype as a contemporary interpretation of the region's typical black barns (+ slideshow). (more…)
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Sophie Dries adds textures to Traces ceramic and metal vases
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Every Serpentine Gallery Pavilion features on Dezeen's updated Pinterest board
Bjarke Ingels unveiled his design for this year's Serpentine Gallery Pavilion this week, so we've updated our Pinterest board to include images of each project since the commission began in 2000. Browse SelgasCano's colourful plastic structure, Sou Fujimoto's cloud-shaped grid, SANAA's reflective aluminium canopy and many more.
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Penoyre & Prasad completes new architecture school building for University of Portsmouth
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