Monthly Archives for June 2010
Integrated facade technolgy
Singapore, 20th June 2010 During Light & Building I met with a Zumtobel representative who gave me a run down on the company’s latest thinking in regards to integrated façade technology. Tucked away in a little corner of the huge … Continue reading
Practice makes perfect
Singapore, 19th June 2010 Singapore is preparing itself for two big events less then two months away. On the 9th August it will celebrate the country’s National Day and 5 days later it hosts the opening ceremony of the world’s … Continue reading
The speed of life
Singapore, 18th June 2010 Another week just went by…it feels like it was Monday just yesterday…where has the time gone? I think we are all in this time warp at times where we work and suddenly realize a few days … Continue reading
Manufacturer events
Singapore, 17th June 2010 Lighting suppliers and manufacturers often organize functions and events to promote new products and bond with their potential clients. I have always been a great promoter of the manufacturer – lighting designer relationship as I believe we … Continue reading
The test of time
Singapore 16th June 2010 Driving back tonight through downtown Singapore I looked at the enormous change that the city night scape had undergone since the first time I set foot in this city state, more than 20 years ago. So … Continue reading
Light and colour
Singapore, 15th June 2010 Colours are something magical…imagine life without colours! Don’t we always marvel at fireworks, light shows and other colourful lighting installations? We do have the opportunity to experience life without colours when the sun sets and daylight … Continue reading
Business sense
Shanghai 14th June 2010 Left brain, right brain, creative, analytical…it is rare that we have all the yin and yang of life combined and working perfectly in harmony. Some people are gifted at sports, some are gifted musicians, and some … Continue reading
Integrated lighting design servies…a threat?
Shanghai 13th June 2010 A trend is emerging in which main consultant practices such as interior designers, architects, landscape and electrical consultants are offering professional lighting design as an integrated part of their core services. It has nearly always existed … Continue reading
World cup (2)
Shanghai 12th June 2010 So we are off to a start at the world cup with the hosts South Africa holding the Mexicans to a 1 -1 draw in an entertaining match last night in Soccer City. This is the … Continue reading
World Cup soccer
Shanghai 11th June 2010 Tonight will be the kick off of one of the biggest sporting events in the World, the 2010 World Cup soccer, probably attracting as much attention as the Olympic Games. Though the tournament is held in … Continue reading
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