Vision

Hello everyone,

Today I am compelled to write a note about this thing called vision. We as Architects and designers are always talking about "vision" with our clients and associates.

This is a very important step not only for an Architect, businessman, entrepreneur, etc... but also for anyone whom would like to change their life and/or improve it dramatically. It does not only apply to Architecture and Practice, but also to many aspects of one's life.

I am attaching this must see video buy an organization that I think very highly of and who also gives out a great deal of very good quality information and tips on all kinds of business, health and related issues.

Watch and truly enjoy this little gem of information and pass it on to someone that is important in your life.
The link is: http://www.anewamericandream.com/fe/19251-the-vision

Thank you very much for reading this and implementing it.

Until next time.

Mood changing Color tools that Architects and design professionals can use and master.

Color Affects Mood

Color works magic by communicating with our emotions. Color inspires, energizes, soothes, and enlivens. See how switching from a warm color scheme to a cool one changes the mood of a living room.

• Warm Color Scheme

Warm Color Scheme

The sun-drenched shades of red, yellow, and orange are warm, cheery, and intimate. Because warm colors seem to advance, they make small rooms appear smaller and large rooms more cozy.

This living room with coral-colored walls invites you to snuggle in with your favorite novel. Layering on neutral shades -- such as those found in the sofa fabric, the white-washed table, and the iron lamp -- helps balance and calm the intensity or brightness of the wall.

Note how the warm coral shade blends the tabletop accessories as a unit by softening their outlines, rather than defining each one separately.

Click below to see the same setting using a cool color scheme.

Cool Color Scheme

Cool Color Scheme

Nature's fresh, spring shades of blue, green, and purple are known as cool colors. These serene hues calm and soothe and appear to recede, making a room seem larger. Of all hues,green is considered the most neutral color in terms of temperature.

Because these tones can make a room feel colder, these colors make sense for a sunny room where the brightness needs to be held in check. Against the green backdrop, the tabletop accessories stand out as individual elements because cool colors reinforce their outlines.

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Painting tips useful to Architects as well.

25 Things to Know About Paint

25 great pieces of advice for painting project in your home, from buying paint brushes to choosing colors

Brush up on painting, the easiest, most economical way to change your home's look and feel, both inside and out.

1. Inside or out, it's smart to try out colors before painting. Buy a quart, paint it onto cardboard, and hang it on the wall to see how it looks with its surroundings and in various lighting situations. Test decorative finishes the same way.

2. A home's setting should affect color choices. Shady areas make colors appear darker; lively colors can be too bright in well-lit areas. To play down a two-story home among single-story houses, paint the upper half or dormers a darker hue.

3. Painting in cool weather? Use low-temperature exterior paint, which can tolerate temperatures as low as 35 degrees Fahrenheit within 24—48 hours of painting. Most paints handle temperatures only as low as 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

4. The right paint brush is as critical to a good paint job as quality paint. For oil-base paint, China bristle paint brushes, which leave few brush marks, are a good choice, but the bristles might break when used on rough surfaces. For acrylics and high-quality latex paints, nylon paint brushes are best. Nylon-polyester blends and 100-percent-polyester brushes work with any paint. Expect to spend at least $9 for a quality 3-inch paint brush.

5. For the best paint application, select a roller cover with the appropriate nap size. In general, the rougher the surface, the longer the nap required.

6. Front doors, the center of onlookers' attention, deserve special thought. In general, doors with high-gloss paint finishes look dramatic and punchy, while those with natural wood finishes are welcoming and warm.

7. When stored properly, a can of paint lasts three to five years. Store paint between 60 degrees Fahrenheit and 80 degrees Fahrenheit and avoid placing cans on concrete floors, where they rust more quickly. Write on the can or a piece of tape to indicate the color of the paint, date of purchase, and how much paint remains in the can.

COLOR. A VERY USEFUL ARCHITECTURAL TOOL

Hello everyone,

These are a couple of "Color Articles" that I discovered that may help those of you whom are color challenged out there even if you are a design professional, Architect, Engineer, Interior designer, etc... I found them interesting and useful, and perhaps a bit conservative but they are just basic rule of thumb sort of ideas on Color.

There is no substitute for hiring a professional for these kinds of services, but this is certainly a good start for most people that have no idea as to what or where to begin.

Enjoy and perhaps you  can give some feedback on this for I do enjoy hearing from all of you.

Best,

Charles

Maybe change your colors if your mood does not suit you! Architectural drama

Color Affects Mood

Color works magic by communicating with our emotions. Color inspires, energizes, soothes, and enlivens. See how switching from a warm color scheme to a cool one changes the mood of a living room.

• Warm Color Scheme

Warm Color Scheme

The sun-drenched shades of red, yellow, and orange are warm, cheery, and intimate. Because warm colors seem to advance, they make small rooms appear smaller and large rooms more cozy.

This living room with coral-colored walls invites you to snuggle in with your favorite novel. Layering on neutral shades -- such as those found in the sofa fabric, the white-washed table, and the iron lamp -- helps balance and calm the intensity or brightness of the wall.

Note how the warm coral shade blends the tabletop accessories as a unit by softening their outlines, rather than defining each one separately.

Click below to see the same setting using a cool color scheme.

Cool Color Scheme

Cool Color Scheme

Nature's fresh, spring shades of blue, green, and purple are known as cool colors. These serene hues calm and soothe and appear to recede, making a room seem larger. Of all hues,green is considered the most neutral color in terms of temperature.

Because these tones can make a room feel colder, these colors make sense for a sunny room where the brightness needs to be held in check. Against the green backdrop, the tabletop accessories stand out as individual elements because cool colors reinforce their outlines.

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room decorating

design ideas

color & painting

• Choosing Color
• Color Basics
• Color Schemes
• Neutral Colors
• Paint Colors
• Using Color
• Interior Painting
• Color-a-Room

projects

window treatments

storage & organization

holiday decorating

top brands