Author: Anita Hummel
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Wattage In Lightbulbs, Why It Matters
In our quest for efficient energy consumption, one cannot understate the importance of understanding wattage in lightbulbs and why it matters. As we illuminate our homes, streets, and offices, the choice of the lightbulb and its wattage can significantly impact our energy bills, environmental footprint, and even the aesthetic appeal of our spaces. A watt…
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Caring And Planting Your Rainbow Eucalyptus Tree
While the Rainbow Eucalyptus tree is often admired in commercial spaces like parks or botanical gardens, this doesn’t mean you can’t have one gracing your backyard or home. If your environment meets the right conditions, it is feasible to nurture this magnificent tree yourself. However, to successfully plant and diligently care for this arboreal wonder,…
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Organizational Consciousness And Social Consciousness
As we navigate an increasingly interconnected global landscape, organizational and social consciousness concepts have emerged as critical facets for modern businesses. These notions compel organizations beyond traditional economic objectives, prompting them to introspect their role within broader social and environmental contexts. Organizational consciousness reflects an enterprise’s collective awareness of its identity, values, and impacts. It…
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H.U.D.D.L.E. – Jim & Penny Hull, Redefining Children’s Furniture
Occasionally, you see some great designs you have not seen before. That was the case of seeing the Big Toobs Bed at the Milwaukee Museum of Art’s recent Scandinavian design exhibition. In the design world, transformative ideas often spring from an unmet need, a novel perspective, or simply a spark of imagination. For the visionary…
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The Best Woods For Outdoor Furniture: A Detailed Insight
Outdoor furniture has to withstand diverse weather conditions, making the choice of material critical. With its timeless appeal, wood is an evergreen favorite for outdoor furniture. Not all wood types are equally adept at braving the elements, so when choosing woods for your outdoor furniture, you must understand the best woods. Read on as we…
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“Big Toobs” Bed From The 1970s, & A Child’s Chair
Recently at an exhibition on Scadinvanian design at the Milwaukee Museum of Art, I saw an exciting children’s bed called Big Toobs and a Child’s Chair. Both these designs are classic. In the grand tapestry of design history, there are moments when ideas and innovation blend seamlessly with socio-cultural needs. A classic example of such…