Tribeca Loft / Andrew Franz Architect Architects: Andrew Franz Architect Location: New York, NY, USA Area: 3000.0 ft2 Year: 2013 Photographs: Albert Vecerka/Esto Interior Design: Andrew Franz Architect, PLLC Structural Engineer: Blue Shore Engineering, LLC Mep Engineer: A to Z Consulting Engineers, PC Landscaping: Plant Specialists Av Consultant: Precision Home Theater General Contractor: ZZZ Carpentry, Inc. From the architect. In Manhattan’s landmarked Tribeca North area, the 3,000-square-feet top floor and roof of an 1884 caviar warehouse are reconceived as a residence with large open entertaining zones and a fluid connection with the outdoor environment. Outdoor Connection The residence is transformed by a relocated mezzanine where a sunken interior court with a retractable glass roof connects to the planted green roof garden above. Historic Dialogue Sustainability & Health To add to its sustainable nature, new and energy-efficient mechanical systems and appliances are employed.
Worldview Paper: Frederich Nietzsche’s Workout for the Spirit Wisdom of German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, is often overlooked due to an unfair reputation that precedes him. Lets explore his thought-provoking concepts that can nourish our soul – the will to power, his conception of Apollonian and Dionysian (explained ahead) and the endless return. It challenges our way of living and invite us to live with bravery, joy and authenticity thus, it can be seen as an advice for strengthening our spirit and to find our inner self. The will to power, Nietzsche says, is what life is; and because we are life, we are also it. We are fundamentally will that wants to overcome its limitations, to rise from the obfuscation to lucidity and to go on with our life in a merry way. Nietzsche writes in his famous book, ‘Thus Spoke Zarathustra’ a powerful metaphor where he describes the three transformations that our spirit undergoes. Nietzsche explains the three transformations that our spirit can undergo Nietzsche says: love your fate that you construct! Photo 2
The Incredible Tentsile Stingray Tent This is quite easily the coolest tent that I’ve ever come across. It’s called the ‘Tentsile Stingray’ and it’s a tent that can be set up on the ground normally, or suspended in the air with the aid of 3 high-capacity tree-straps. The tent comes as standard with a rope ladder and a triangular, in-floor hatch allowing entry from the ground. It also has a semi-circular, above ground hatch for standard entry (which doubles as a window). When the Tentsile Stingray is set up above the ground, the floor doubles as a 3 person hammock which means you don’t need to carry any bedding with you. These tents only became available in March 2013 so this is a good chance to pick one up before anyone else has even seen them. Grab yours here. 37-secrets-only-successful-people-know The business of business isn't really all that complicated. While there is, of course, specific knowledge required for specific industries, this post encapsulates everything that you'll need to know to survive and thrive in the business world. The lists below are adapted and condensed from my recently published book, Business Without the Bullsh*t: 49 Secrets and Shortcuts You Need to Know. 1. How to Become More Optimistic EXPECT something wonderful to happen every day.TREAT people as you'd want to be treated.DON'T waste breath fighting about things you can't change.CONCENTRATE on the job at hand, not the results you seek.ASSUME other people mean well.AVOID depressing people and conversations.EAT something delicious every day.TURN OFF the background television.ADOPT an attitude of gratitude.REMEMBER that the best is yet to come. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.
45 Useful Sets of Photoshop Tree Brushes With Photoshop tree brushes you can easily add trees, palm and bush forms and silhouettes to your designs. Tree brushes are closely related to floral brushes and may be used together with light brushes for great results. Having a large collection of Photoshop brushes is important and an essential toolbox for speeding up the creative design process. I hope you find this collection useful. Advertisement Beyond the Mist by midnightstouch 9 large fog shrouded forest/tree brushes. 6 photoshop tree brushes 6 great tree silhouette tree brushes. They Stand Alone by midnightstouch 35 PS 7 tree brushes. Complete Tree Brush Pack by Horhew Contains about 40 highly detailed tree brushes. Trees Photoshop Brushes by redheadstock A set of 26 brushes made up of various trees. Tree Silhouette Brushes by kuschelirmel-stock 13 high-res brushes. Spooky Tree Brushes by deathoflight 15 brushes, around 2000 pixels each, with cartoon shading. larrydnjr Tree Brush Set by LarryDNJR tree brush by anaRasha-stock 9 tree brushes.
"Animism: Respecting the Living World" by Graham Harvey Authentic and Eudaimonic 8 Acts Of Authenticity "It's the best way to figure out what it feels like to be in someone else's head—and that's what helps us to distinguish our own identity ." — "Meditative absorption creates moments of happiness not contingent on outcomes or external factors or manipulation of the environment . From that platform you can investigate how to create real fulfillment "Authenticity consists in being aware that you have choices and consciously choosing what you do "People often make better decisions when they don't think about them. "Quiet and time for the self are a big plus. "Community is an outlook toward life in which you define yourself in relation to the world around you, rather than only in connection with yourself. "Whether it's taking an art class, playing basketball, running, or just hanging out with friends, doing something you really enjoy allows you to express who you really are The New, True, Eudaimonic You