Archive for nature

Laura Kirar the American expressionist

By : Sunday December 25, 2011

Laura Kirar’s creations take inspiration from the high points of 20th century design. Hanging on to your grandmother’s old vanity is hardly the advice you’d expect from a woman who designs top-end furniture for world class companies. But New York-based interior and architectural designer Laura Kirar breaks the mould when it comes to conservative notions [...]

Alternative Healing

By : Sunday December 25, 2011

For years I have said that people take better care of their cars than their bodies. That is a very disturbing observation; I would risk saying that all of modern life is bad for our health. Our lives consist of driving to work in a carpool or getting there on a crowded subway, train or [...]

Art attack

By : Saturday December 24, 2011

Dallas gets a dose of queer and queer-friendly art options this month Maybe the holiday season inspires artists or inspires buyers, but whichever the reason, Dallas’ art scene is in full bloom with openings, closings and anniversaries. These galleries are ready to introduce you to a world of art in your own backyard. Local queer [...]

Demand of Wallpapers

By : Saturday December 24, 2011

Almost 90% of all desktop users have customized desktop backgrounds. Customized desktops give it’s users the feeling that the computer is indeed theirs, and by personalizing it, they are applying their own tastes and styles. The most common photos used are personal pictures taken from digital image-capturing devices such as digital cams, handy cams or [...]

Festive escapes

By : Saturday December 24, 2011

Not everyone is a party animal and when there are just a few days off work, many prefer to use the opportunity to recharge. With the coming New Year and Spring Festival holidays just round the corner, the China Daily Sunday team gives you a few suggestions. 1. Hebei hotsprings Take a short drive from [...]