Floor & Decor just reported strong revenue growth for the second quarter ending June 30. Net sales increased 26.7%, reaching $1.1 billion with comparable store sales up 9.2% year-over-year. Explaining that the 2021 comparables faced in the second quarter were the “hardest” for the year, CEO Tom Taylor announced earnings per share of $0.76 were better…
Light is a key feature in architecture. Centuries ago, the sun and fire were the only sources of illumination, but in today’s technology-driven world, artificial lighting and cutting-edge optical technologies have found ways to mimic the qualities of natural light, making it possible to have a naturally-lit-looking space within four walls. LED technologies have even made it possible…
Our homes have never been more important CAITLIN SCANLON DESIGN The pandemic has changed life as we know it in every way, but especially how we live in our homes. In a short period, the home has become a place to work, exercise, relax, and even attend school. This has been the single biggest influence…
Modsy’s Trend Report was released on Wednesday. On Wednesday, Modsy released its Trend Report for 2021, which predicts what home decor trends will be popular in the coming year. Experts think that people will embrace comfortable and traditional furniture to make their homes more welcoming, as well as natural-looking materials and lighter wood. Sustainable and affordable designs…
We asked experts to help us unravel this widely used term and to share tips on how to incorporate it in our homes Bright colours, ethnic art and modern furniture highlight the design of this Jaipur home. Photo courtesy Bjorn Wallander/ Shantanu Garg In recent times, we have heard the terms ‘India Modern’ or Indian…
Recycling and reusing in civil engineering is extremely important, especially when considering the amounts of waste production and energy consumption involved in the processes related to the construction site. Creating construction elements by re-designing the role of old objects or materials represents an objective approach to upcycling, as a path towards a more sustainable and…
Jon Ingleton asks experts to share their insights into the building blocks of design Appreciation for the quality of an interior design is considerably enhanced by considering how each of the seven elements has been used Shape, light, colour, line, texture, space and pattern – the seven elements of great design work in harmony to…
Solar energy is the future of energy usage, but a common misconception is that it is currently too expensive to fully implement into your home. This couldn’t be more untrue. When combined with energy storage and a smart energy system, solar energy has the potential to provide benefits that far outweigh its costs. Solar +…
The world of design is a complex one. From helping brands differentiate their offerings to fusing with art to provoke thinking, design has always explored unchartered territories. But what goes on behind the design lab’s doors? We find out. The Asian Paints ColourNext20 trend report predicts the idea of sound as a sensory experience, also…
2030 may seem far off, but many of the trends and technologies that will transform the business are already in our midst What is the future of design? What will the interior design industry look like in 2029? If the last 10 years are any indication, it will appear remarkably different than it does today….