Just an hour’s drive from Black Forest and the Swabian Jura, in the heart of the region’s wine country lays stunning Stuttgart. Located along the banks of Neckar River and surrounded by dense forests, this timeless city well deserves its title as one of the greenest in all of Europe. Home to such renowned attractions such as the Church of St. Kilian also known as Kilianskirche, Palace Square, the locale also boasts several illustrious museums including the Wurttemberg State Museum , Kunstmuseum, Porsche Museum and the Mercedes-Benz Museum. For those who are looking for a night out on the town, Stuttgart offers a wide range of fine restaurants, cosy bars and trendy nightclubs while stylish shopping venues are also abundantly available. Set against the backdrop of the city’s picturesque landscapes lays the sprawling Wilhelma Zoological and Botanical Gardens. Built by visionary King Wilhelm the First, of Württemberg, the breathtaking landscapes of Wilhelma houses around 10,000 animals encompassing over 1000 species including an extensive collection of primates such as orang-utans, chimpanzees and gorillas. Proclaimed as Europe’s largest zoological and botanical garden, visitors can also marvel at the 5000 plant species and Europe's [more..]

Homeowners that find they facing the problem of limited space often think it's necessary to add on to their houses. Though this is certainly one way to approach this tight situation, it is not always the most efficient. Before making a decision that will easily cost tens of thousands of dollars, a smart homeowner needs to make sure that he is getting the most out of the space he already has.In Philadelphia, attic remodeling is a fantastic way to turn a space that is often reserved only for storage into a setting full of possible uses. Since the city contains so many homes that don't even have the option of expanding either vertically or horizontally, Philadelphia attic remodels can be a perfect solution for residents that just need a bit more room to breathe.<b>Hallmarks of Attic Remodeling in Philadelphia</b>Many of our nations more southern cities are out of luck when it comes to using their attics to even a small extent. Due to the massive amount of ductwork necessary for traditional central air conditioning, many houses in the south are lucky if they can fit anything more than an old fondue [more..]

If you're in the "we're only thinking about it" phase of a home remodel, you've taken the first step to improving your home to meet your needs. If you're ready to speak with professionals about your remodeling, find a remodeling company near you now! However, if you're still planning, here are a few other steps that will help ensure your remodel meets your needs and your budget. 1. Create a design book - Get a notebook, a manila folder, or a 3-ring binder and build your design book. The more you add to it, the better your designer will be able to understand your dreams. If you see the perfect cabinetry in a magazine, cut out the picture and add it. If a sink, tile choice, or flooring option catches your eye, add notes and pictures. Look at design websites and print out pictures of what you like. Take photos of friend's homes. Make sketches and pick up countertop color samples. 2. Establish your goals - Think about the goal(s) of your home remodel. If the layout of your kitchen works for you, but your design book has a hundred pictures of concrete countertops, then [more..]

Summer is around the corner and a quick look around prompts you to want to find some home and garden accents that will revamp the lawn. Since homes are not selling as they had, many home owners are looking to better what they have. Whether it is inside the home or outside, curb appeal is making a huge comeback. After all, that is what attracts a passerby to look at your home as they drive by. Home and Garden Accents Major landscaping is not needed to make a difference and a huge difference is not needed to create a pleasant lawn. Just some home and garden accents and a new look is formed. Flowers to brighten the area around your home and that pretty much will be all that is needed to add major curb appeal. Start with a keen eye to creating a flower garden. If you also want to grow a vegetable garden but don't have the room, why not plant some vegetables in your flower garden. Lots of showy colors will help offset a green lawn and you will even be able to harvest fresh vegetables. The first [more..]

The Indian city of Bangalore or Bengaluru is the capital of the state of Karnataka located on the Deccan Plateau. The city is a sprawling metropolis and is India's 3rd most populous city. A city that reeks of history, Bangalore today is a fast growing regional hub for many industries such as software, aerospace, heavy industries and even aerospace. In fact the city is often referred to as the Silicone Valley of Asia referring to the city's status as a leading exporter of IT related services. But Bangalore is not all concrete and steel. It is also known as the Garden City of India since many beautifully landscaped gardens and parks dot the cityscape and surrounding areas. Among the many gardens and parks available in the city of Bangalore, the Lalbagh Botanical Garden can be considered as the jewel in Bangalore's crown. Commissioned in 1760, the Lalbagh Botanical Garden is located in the heart of Bangalore and can easily be found via all the public transportation methods. The Lalbagh is influenced by designs of the gardens that can be found in Sira called Mughal Gardens. The Lalbagh Gardens cover a vast [more..]

One of several aspects where you can spruce up your property making another area without the need of building an expansion on to your home is by purchasing some garden furnishings or outdoor garden décor. You are able to increase your outside living or dining area when you purchase garden accessories however big your patio or backyard is. Backyard garden décor essentials are normally pieces of furniture and lighting, then again to make it a far more useable space incorporating heaters, BBQ appliances and other garden decorations definitely will greatly enhance your outdoors living space. You'll find good strategies for lawn and patio décor online or by going to garden retail outlets that sell a lot of items for the garden or patio.When you are deciding what sort of furniture to use in your yard or patio, consider both rattan and wickerwork items. These are generally a couple of the most popular elements found in patio furniture. Wickerwork furniture may be the more old-fashioned design of outside furniture with its time-honored lines and patterns. Though the new kid on the block is rattan - a man-made material which endures all climate [more..]