Demand for private homes in Singapore remains strong, despite recent slew of government measures to cool property market, with sales in next 6–9 months expected to be driven by high-end projects’ comparatively lower capital value vs HK’s, increased global wealth creation, more interest from foreigners, says DMG, according to Dow Jones Newswires.
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Private homes still selling well, says CIMB
March 1st, 2010 |
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Demand for private homes in Singapore generally still intact despite recent government measures to curb property speculation, judging from strong turn-out at property launches over the weekend, says CIMB.
“The measures do not seem to have an adverse effect on demand, especially that of upgraders,” says CIMB, noting projects in prime locations priced at $1,500–$2,000 psf continue to sell. “The common view from agents is that most of the buyers/investors have the holding power and are unlikely to be deterred by the 1-year stamp duty ruling.”
Quake in China’s Sichuan kills one, damages homes
February 1st, 2010 |
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An earthquake that struck villages in China’s Sichuan Province killed one person, injured 15 and damaged thousands of homes, the Xinhua news agency reported. More than 100 houses collapsed in the quake, which had an epicentre about midway between Chongqing and Chengdu. The United States
Australian wildfire destroys at least 20 homes
December 30th, 2009 |
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A raging wildfire in Australia’s west has destroyed at least 20 homes and injured three firefighters, officials said on Wednesday, evoking bleak memories of devastating fires in February. Hundreds of firefighters were battling the out-of-control blaze at Toodyay, a farming district about 80
Singapore to get 10,671 new homes in 2010
December 10th, 2009 |
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An estimated 10,671 new private homes may be released for sale in Singapore next year, buoyed by a recovery in the island’s property market, the local press reported, citing consultancy Colliers International.
From Good Homes “Secret” Show Before Reunion
November 16th, 2009 |
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From Good Homes Announce New “Secret” Show Before Two Reunion Gigs
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Last month we told you about the upcoming From Good Homes reunion set to take place December 18 and 19 at The Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, NJ, today we learned that the band will perform a “secret” show as Jefferson Township on November 25 at The Mercury Lounge in New York City. More info is available here.
From Good Homes Reunite Two Shows In December
October 1st, 2009 |
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FROM GOOD HOMES TO REUNITE FOR TWO SPECIAL SHOWS
FIRST PUBLIC PERFORMANCES IN 10 YEARS
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The members of From Good Homes have announced today that the
band will reunite for a weekend of special shows – their first in 10 years. The shows, scheduled for December 18 and 19 at The Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, NJ will mark the first time the
band has performed together since the band’s legendary “farewell show” in August 1999.
The genesis of From Good Homes dates back to a high school band, when childhood friends
Todd Sheaffer, Brady Rymer, and Patrick Fitzsimmons came together in rural, Northwestern New
Jersey. Originally called Old Crow, and later evolving into The Dogs, the core lineup
remained. With the addition of Dan Myers in 1988, and Jamie Coan in 1990, the band From Good Homes was fully formed.
The band’s upbeat approach, solid songwriting, and unique sound allowed them to quickly
develop a dedicated following on the touring circuit. Bringing together rock, jazz, folk, Celtic and jam influences under one umbrella, and rooted in Todd Sheaffer’s inspired songwriting, From Good Homes forged their own, instantly lovable music. Their unique style prompted one critic to affectionately label the band’s blend of influences as “Hick-Pop.”
From Good Homes released five albums during their career – three on RCA Records – and performed over 1,500 shows across North America, including two tours with Dave Matthews Band and shows with Bob Dylan, RatDog featuring Bob Weir, Widespread Panic, Hootie & The Blowfish, Blues Traveler and many more. In 1998, From Good Homes received an achievement award from Billboard Magazine and Irving Plaza for the most consecutive sold-out performances ever (12) at the New York City venue.
After disbanding in 1999, band members went on to embark on individual projects. Todd
Sheaffer formed the bluegrass-influenced Railroad Earth, which has released five records and continues to sell-out shows throughout North America. After starting a family of his own, Brady Rymer began a career making music for children and families; his most recent release Here
Comes Brady Rymer and the Little Band that Could was nominated for a 2009 Grammy Award in the Best Musical Album for Children category. Drummer Patrick Fitzsimmons has had a very successful run as a singer/songwriter, releasing five records independently and touring regularly in the Northeast. Saxophonist Dan Myers runs a production company, Dirt Floor Studio, and has worked on records with Adam Green, Sam Champion, as well as with Rymer and Fitzsimmons. He also appeared as a guest soloist on Live Trax Vol. 16 the latest live release from Dave Matthews Band. Multi-instrumentalist Jamie Coan continues to write, perform and record and currently plays fiddle and dobro with The Red Top Ramblers in the Charleston, SC area.
“It’ll be great to get back onstage with the guys and play again” says lead singer Todd Sheaffer. “It’s been a long time since the From Good Homes family was together and I know this is going to be a whole lot of fun.”
Tickets for the shows are $28 in advance and $33 on the day of show. They go on sale on Friday, October 9 at 12 p.m. ET through Tickets.com. All information is available at
www.wellmonttheatre.com and www.fromgoodhomes.com. There will be a special “Weekend Pass” offered from October 9-12 which will allow fans to see both shows for $50.
From Good Homes is:
Todd Sheaffer – lead vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica
Brady Rymer – bass, vocals
Patrick Fitzsimmons – drums
Dan Myers – saxophones, melodica, vocals
Jamie Coan – acoustic guitar, violin, mandolin, vocals
Greek forest fire rages near Athens, burns homes
August 22nd, 2009 |
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A large forest fire raged out of control on the northeastern outskirts of Athens on Saturday, The fires sent thick clouds of smoke over the Greek capital, damaging homes and threatening three villages.
National Top-100 Brokerage Rand Realty Joins Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
August 17th, 2009 |
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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC today announced that Rand Realty – one of the Top 100 real estate brokerage firms in the nation – has signed a long-term franchise agreement and will now operate under the name Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Rand Realty. Headquartered in New City, N.Y., Rand Realty is [...]
My space
July 25th, 2009 |
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The millionaire businessman shows us the home office where he turns into Goldfinger
When I’m in my chair I feel like Goldfinger or one of the other Bond villains. Under my desk there’s a secret switch on the right which can raise my monitor out of the top. I also have cats like Mini-Me in Austin Powers, but mine are two Persians called Coco and Bella (short for Tinkerbell); Coco was here first and gets very territorial of this area. She’s a very snooty cat.
My wife is an artist, and we’ve got quite a nice set-up. She paints in her studio to the left of this space. When I’m buying art with her, I tend not to negotiate. She’s very passionate about her field and says: “For God’s sake darling, artists need a living, too.”
When we first bought the house this room was my gym. I bought a treadmill and after three years I still hadn’t removed the Harrods price tag. I used to hang my jacket on the arms instead and I don’t think we ever actually turned it on.
We’ve lived here in St John’s Wood for 15 years now. We moved from Winchmore Hill, where we had a slightly larger house, because we needed to move closer to town so that my daughters, Hannah and Gemma, could go to City of London School for Girls. They are both now in their final years at university (they are only 11 months apart).
Hannah is quite interested in private equity, because she’s very financially astute. Gemma is more artistic. What tends to happen at the weekend is if I have bits and pieces to do, they will be in here on the sofas opposite my desk, doing their homework on their laptops.
My executive assistant shares my office at Hamilton Bradshaw in Mayfair, but I can normally do two or three meetings from here before I leave. I’m very protective of the rest of the house though. That’s strictly for family business only.
• The Real Deal: My Story, from Brick Lane to Dragons’ Den, by James Caan, is published by Virgin books at £18.99. Dragons’ Den is on Wednesdays at 9pm on BBC2.
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Hundreds of homes threatened in French blaze
July 23rd, 2009 |
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A wildfire sparked by practice shelling by the military raged on the outskirts of Marseille early Thursday, threatening hundreds of homes but claiming no victims, rescue services said. The blaze, one of the worst to hit France in recent years, which forced the evacuation of a retirement
Hundreds of homes threatened in French blaze
July 23rd, 2009 |
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A wildfire sparked by practice shelling by the military raged on the outskirts of Marseille early Thursday, threatening hundreds of homes but claiming no victims, rescue services said. The blaze, one of the worst to hit France in recent years, which forced the evacuation of a retirement
Jessica Keener: Homes We Leave Behind
July 18th, 2009 |
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Yesterday, I was walking in my old neighborhood in Newton, MA, and I passed a house that I think of as “Ginny Hyde’s house.” It’s…
How to make cushion covers
July 14th, 2009 |
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Changing a room’s accessories can brighten up tired-looking décor. An easy addition is homemade cushions – Sally Cameron Griffiths shows you how to make them
Changing the cushions is the simplest way to redecorate a room. You avoid dustsheets, brushes and paint, and if you go off the print you can use the material for something else, hide it in another room, or pop another cushion cover over the top.
But this material makeover doesn’t always come cheap. A single cushion by Marimekko (and yes, I am a fan of this Finn’s finish) can set you back £34.
If scrimping is more your style, you’ll find that most cheap cushions have the cover sewn on. This means that your newly purchased cushion enters your home with a precarious life span – and it is my experience that guests and red wine have a knack of meeting non-washable objects in any room.
The worse case of this I’ve ever seen was at a New Year’s Eve party. One white armchair looked like it had been the scene of a bloody fight … Enough said.
It’s far better to invest in some inner cushions, which can be reinvented with a new, homemade cover whenever the mood takes you.
You’ll need to source inexpensive material. My top tips are offcuts in fabric stores or Ikea’s material, which starts at £1.99 a metre. If you pick up some offcuts every time you pass a fabric shop, you’ll quickly accumulate an eclectic mix of materials to do up your home.
What you need
Offcuts of plain or patterned material, enough to cover your inner cushion
Inner cushion, 40cm x 40cm
Pins
Ribbon
A sewing machine, Sewfree or a needle and thread (but that way will take you a long time)
How long it will take
Up to an hour
What to do
1. Cut your material into three pieces. For the front of the cushion you need one square (44cm x 44cm). For the back of the cushion you need two rectangles (44cm x 30cm).
2. Pin the pieces together so that the two back rectangles slightly overlap to the front square piece of the cushion.
3. Stitch the material together.
4. Attach ribbon to each side of the split in the back to create a seal for the cushion (this is easier than adding a zip). Fold over the ribbon and pin it to the rectangular material, then stitch it on with the sewing machine. Do this with two bits of ribbon on at least two or three points on the cushion.
5. Insert the inner cushion and tie up the cover. Voila! You have a cushion with a cover that you can take off and wash or use elsewhere as you wish.
What tips do you have for decorating a home on the cheap? Do you have any cushion-making and material shopping tips? Let us know in the comments section below
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An exhibition of ethical homeware
July 9th, 2009 |
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