Articles related to "Urban Living"

In an era with economic uncertainty and a middle-class that drifts further from the comfort of the middle each day, urban living is stepping firmer into its niche.

As living expenses shoot higher, especially for the oil that Americans in particular rely on for transportation, commuting by bike is worth serious consideration.

Before you plunge into the inner-city world of loft living, here are some considerations to take into account.

Loft space is no longer just for artists. What are the reasons that so many people are choosing the loft lifestyle?

Ikea is a global phenomenon, but its success reveals western society's desire to consume trends and short-term products.

Combine three basic principles of feng shui, a healthy heaping of elbow grease, and your own personal taste to transform your living space in one weekend.

World Expo 2010 will be held in Shanghai from May 1st to October 31st on the theme of urban living, perfectly suited to a metropolis of nearly 18 million people.

Green, green, green. The adjective is everywhere; the lifestyle is not. Not yet, anyway. There's much to learn, as with anything new. But it need not be a daunting task.

Northern Greetings (aka "Des Nouvelles du Nord" in Quebec French) is a short documentary about the daily lives of the people of Radisson, Qc, and its native neighbors.

Tucked away on a tree-lined, riverfront spot in Jacksonville's historic Riverside neighborhood is the House on Cherry Street.

An international group of ecologists suggests that cities could be 'laboratories' for examining climate change and its effect on the environment.

Folding bikes come with varying wheel sizes and frame designs. Choosing the right bike comes down to where and how it will be ridden plus ease of foldability.

A truly unusual museum is the Costume Museum of Canada in Winnipeg Manitoba. Bras, lingerie and underwear as well as dresses and wedding gowns belong to their collection.

American Environmental activist and consultant Majora Carter discusses her experiences in being a factor in transformin one of the United States' most violent cities.

The future of sustainable residential design lies in multi-unit development. Two design firms demonstrate effective and sustainable approaches to green building.

Make best use of the available space with an evergreen patio. For year round appeal consider such green shrubs as Skimmia, Photinia Red Robin, Pieris and many more.

Listing your loft for sale? Putting any urban property up for sale requires knowing your buyers... From initial advertising to the final closing. Get a contract quickly!

Life in London, seen through the eyes of a poet capable of finding transcendence in the smallest detail.

Beijing's hutongs (narrow lanes of traditional one-storey houses) are destinations for tourists, but now development threatens the lifestyle the historic areas represent.

Keeping up-to-date with the latest trends, shopping online and social networking with other like-minded fashionistas has never been easier with the internet.

Inviting visitors to savor panoramic views of the city, Lake Washington and the Cascade and Olympic Ranges, Volunteer Park offers perennial beauty.

There's not really a comfortable moment in Roman Polanksi's appropriately-titled second feature film, Repulsion.

In this article, we will explore the evolutionary roots of desire, especially as it pertains to illicit affairs such as that of Radha and Krishna.

Known as the "bone vitamin," vitamin D can affect the heart and brain as well as well as the bones, and may affect the rate of cancer cell growth.

An exploration of films that are different from the usual Bollywood song and dance routine. These films present an alternative picture of the realities of urban India.

Cinque Terre offers visitors in Northern Italy an exploration of rustic seaside villages. Hiking trails, vineyards, and shops are plentiful for the roaming traveler.