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Auerbach's World War II bombsite paintings are on view at The Courtauld Gallery. Pencil sketches, oil studies and photographs show how he planned and executed the images.

Frank Auerbach's series of 14 building-site paintings are the subject of this book. It explores his life and work and presents the results of new research into his art.

A craftsman could begin the building of a medieval cathedral and even that man's grandson wouldn't see it finished. Who was involved in a cathedral's construction?

Forthcoming exhibition will show Frank Auerbach's paintings of London's World War II post-war bomb sites and the city's subsequent reconstruction between 1952 and 1962.

Mature trees provide many benefits. Their shade helps lower energy costs, and their aspect heightens land values. But builders need to plan ahead to protect these assets.

The medieval trade of stonemason was a respected trade, which from the earliest times, had associations with magic and sorcery.

Dubai expands to its detriment. New Sheratons, Hyatts, Sofitels, Radissons and Hiltons are coming on line. Can Solar Power save this once beautiful city?

What were Maya pyramids, temples and other structures built from? How were Maya buildings made? Why were religious temples on top of pyramids? Let us examine the record.

The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances

Explore Bucharest's center including attractions like the Palace of the Parliament, the Patriarchal Cathedral and museums reflecting Romanian history.

While LEED and green buildings are ways to build more sustainably, living buildings move beyond current standards to enhance and restore urban environments.

A summary of the past, present and future of the most important archaeological find in Southern Florida.

Big names from industry and government form the Sustainability Star jury for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Twenty-five years after his death, Buckminster Fuller's legacy lives on, proof positive that his contributions to the field of architecture continue to inspire and inform

Making sandcastles and sand sculptures requires some basic tools and preparation. Sand structures also require lots of water and tight packing. These tips will help.

Adorn your home with gorgeous bits and pieces of nature that accent your affinity for the outdoors. Natural treasures make simple and deeply satisfying decorations.

Nothing says curb appeal like an inviting driveway or a winding walkway path. When it comes to dressing up these home equity factors, there are fashionable choices.

A review of Squidoo, a community of one-page websites where anyone can set up a page for free and perhaps make income promoting articles, products, ebay auctions, etc.

Cradle to Cradle sustainable design challenges conventional environmental thinking and practice. Ask three questions to verify a product's green claims.

It takes more than green construction materials to create sustainable design. Apply three tests to verify the sustainability of green buildings.

In sustainable architecture, the building pro forma accounts for embodied energy as well as the material costs of land acquisition, design and construction.

Italy's Siena is a fascinating medieval city oozing with history and filled with traditional narrow streets to explore. Discover the history of the Palio and Contrades.

Can holidays be relaxing? Examples of dreadful vacation experiences seem to outweigh the good. When holidaying with partner & kids, what makes the best holiday and why?

Famously "unfinished", Antoni Gaudi's Temple Expiatori Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is a modern masterpiece in the making.

Do you have a blog? It is possible to make some extra income from it. Here are some tips.

Children have always been intrigued by sand play. There is no right way to use sand, yet it invites participation and stretches the imagination.

Creative ideas as to how to preserve your son's early days through scrapbooking.

At the same time European, American and Oriental, Shanghai is a modern city with a long history. These are the key places to visit and useful tips for a short stay.

Read the human story behind the humble beginnings of the Trading Post, the classifieds newspaper that helped Australians buy and sell second-hand for over four decades.

Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.

The British Museum's exhibition, "Babylon: Myth and Reality", invites us to consider how artists, fascinated by the story for 2500 years, have combined fact and fantasy.

The Vatican Library in Rome is a collection of Roman Catholic manuscripts which was shrouded in secrecy for centuries. The oldest texts date back 1500 years.

Greeks Bearing Gifts is a Torchwood episode written by Toby Whithouse, directed by Colin Teague, and eliciting fine performances by Naoko Mori and Daniela Denby-Ashe.

Walking the grounds of Robinson Jeffers' Carmel, California home is one of the best ways to better appreciate one of the United States' most under-appreciated poets.

One of the most important, yet overlooked, elements of green building practice is standards used in measuring the "greenness" of newly constructed or renovated projects.

The career defining roles of Glasgow's own Robert Carlyle, including Cracker, Trainspotting, The Full Monty and Hamish Macbeth.

London hosts the Olympic Games in 2012 and walking tours with Blue Badge Tourist Guides show visitors the Olympics Stadium, Olympic Village, and Olympics Park.

Irena Salina's documentary Flow reveals the way a handful of corporations have been controlling water for the world while exacerbating a world water crisis.

With creativity and ingenuity, preschool teachers can transform the sand and water play table, a favorite classroom standard, into an exciting new learning adventure.

The rooms of the Musée Carnavalet follow a sequence of eras to illustrate the development of Paris from a riverbank prehistoric settlement to the glorious city of today.

Reporters need to go into interviews with a variety of weapons: a fast pen, a probing mind, enough charisma to pull info from sources. And, of course, the right shoes.

Ken Loach's unsurpassed film Riff Raff is a remarkable emotional roller-coaster, which launched the careers of both Robert Carlyle and Ricky Tomlinson.

Women's fashion is seeing a trend for stronger, larger, designer bags that can cope with women who carry the equivalent of 2.5 kilos over their shoulders.

A visit to Paris isn't complete without seeing some of its churches. From the Middle Ages to the Age of Reason, all French history is here!

Pieter Bruegel's rendition is a symbol of his contemporary city of Antwerp.

Cambodia still has a reputation for being a slightly edgy destination, but the truth is, minor medical problems are the most likely cause of disasters during a holiday.

Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the world's most famous architects. He created hundreds of home designs, as well as commercial buildings, churches, and hotels.

A report from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) describes how pollution is killing crabs.

A treeless treehouse or cabin on stilts is cheap and easy to build. Recycled materials can often be used, and a creative design can provide a very enjoyable space.