Issue: June 22, 2012 (Archive)

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Into the Sun
Tai Ping Carpets launches a new Outdoor Collection that utilizes many of its iconic designs but ups the durability. Combining aesthetics with functionality, this is perfect for your poolside, terrace, or garden

The Great Outdoors
Summer beckons, and so does days spent sunbathing, barbecues under starlit skies, and picnics in the garden. We bring our readers out into the open with a range of outdoor furniture that is not only durable and stylish, but perfect for open spaces. From rattan chairs to water fountains, we give you a summer that is fresh, vibrant and free.

New green growth
On a sandy, tree-shaded lane in Windermere, Florida, a new "green" house has risen from the blackened shell of a home destroyed by an electrical fire.

Retro thrills
Ikea has been in the business for more than 60 years so it is fitting that when 19 Swedish designers were invited to design the new PS (Post Scriptum) 2012 collection, they were all inspired by the brand's long history in furniture design.

Waste not, want not
Renovating? You could just rip up the old room and sweep everything into the trash bin. But a growing number of homeowners, architects and builders are trying to reuse or recycle construction materials whenever possible - for reasons both environmental and aesthetic.

Beating the heat
The human race is witnessing the deterioration of the environment - made more painful by the fact that it is partly of our own making. According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the annual mean temperature in the city has been rising, and is estimated to increase by 4.8 degrees Celsius by the end of this century.

Just drift away
Like an old sailor, driftwood has such character. That's what makes the newly launched Driftwood collection of lamps from tree so unique.

Lean and green
Builders, remodelers, interior designers and real estate agents encourage ways to improve energy efficiency on your own turf.

Time to raise anchor
The rustic, woodsy themes of autumn and winter have given way to crisp, blue nautical themes that are expected to dominate home decor for the next few months at retail outlets as well as small chains and locally owned shops.

Raise the bar
What could be more delightful than adding something to your home that gives you nothing back but hours of enjoyment, relaxation and memories? "I've seen grown men shed tears, they're so excited," said Bob Wilson, the principal of Smyrna's Classic Bars who has installed 600 bars in homes.

Restored to glory
The couple's aims were different. Julie Tung, a history major turned software executive, wanted a historic house to restore. Ed Schwartz, her boyfriend (now husband), wanted a house he could make energy-efficient.

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