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A truly modern city is one that’s overgrown. I love cities. In Rome last month, I was fascinated by how Italians u…
5 Tips for a Spray-Paint Makeover
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The Science of Shh!
Imagine you’re living in the heart of a major city, surrounded 24/7 by the roar of traffic, yet when you step into…
The Eco-Friendly Bottles That Sell Your Business
Here’s one for you business owners. It seems everyone’s aware of the wisdom of tote bags – even the pl…
Blooming Marvellous: Gardening with the Wind
The Guerrilla Gardeners have another weapon to use in the urban jungle. It’s called the Bloom device – and i…
7 Ways To Invisibly Clean the House
I don’t enjoy cleaning and tidying – which is why I do it all the time. Some people seem happy to let things…
Matches Vs. Lighters: Which Is More Eco Friendly?
You wouldn’t think that matches would be the eco-friendly option amongst fire-lighting devices. And you’d be…