#programme optimisation

[fitnessmith]

Travail de nuit et musculation : comment rester en forme malgré les horaires décalés

Le travail de nuit bouscule l’horloge biologique, le métabolisme ralenti et la graisse abdominale est plus tenace. Pourtant, en dormant d’un seul bloc juste après sa nuit de travail, en contrôlant la lumière et en plaçant l’entraînement à la bonne heure, on peut rester sec, fort et en bonne santé. Voici mes conseils d’ancien travailleur de nuit et de pratiquant de musculation. Entre 2005 et 2014,…

[prokopetz]

While I agree that most modern games could stand to be better optimised, you need to understand that the kind of batshit hyper-optimisation you see in pre-2000s console games was really only possible because the programmers could safely assume that everyone everywhere was using exactly the same hardware. Trying to pull that shit in the context of modern PC games is how we end up with games that will only reliably run on one specific brand of video card.

[adviceformefromme]

💖 3 STEPS FOR 2025 TRANSFORMATION - 1 WEEK UNTIL 2025 [GLOW UP SERIES] 💖

It's been a moment! This time next week we will officially be in 2025!! It’s so crazy to think that our new year glow-up started in September and I for one have seen HUGE shifts in starting my pre-2025 glow-up. If you’re late to the game, and only now having time to reflect on what you want achieve in 2025 here 3 simple focus points:

You absolutely need a vision. What are you working towards? What is your goal? This needs to be centred around how you want to feel. Every time I’ve skipped this step, I’ve just plodded along with life, sure some things have changed but not on a DRASTIC level. If you want that unrecognisable-collapsing-timelines shift to take place in your life you need to get familiar with your next level, this is so when it arrives, when you are presented with stepping stones it feels natural. It doesn’t feel scary. When I was sharing a room with my mom a year ago looking at ocean view apartments that were way more than I was used to paying I was able to push through the fear and discomfort of ‘who am I to live there’, ‘this is too expensive’ because I had REHEARSED living in my new apartment so much. I knew what it felt like to walk my dog along the beach every morning. This lifestyle was NORMAL for me in my mind, so when the 3D caught up, I knew it was destiny. It felt right, it flowed, because I was FAMILIAR with my vision.

You need to actually look at your day to day and see where you are not optimising your life to move yourself forward. For example, you don’t have time for the gym in the mornings but waste 30mins scrolling in bed. That is time that can be optimised! You don’t have time to cook healthy lunches so end up buying junk food and feel gross, meal-prep is how you optimise your time! You don’t have time to meditate, but have to walk your dog every morning…Walking meditation with the dog is how you optimise. Make time work for you. Make your day, align with your future self, with the elevated you, not the lazy you, unproductive you.

You need to start speaking life into yourself with gratitude and praise. This looks like those mornings driving where you usually overthink and work yourself into a mental hell hole, you start speaking life into yourself. You go on a rampage, you remind yourself how good things always happen to you, how badass you truly are. It’s just you, in your car, let loose and make this a habit. You’re in the mirror, you pro-actively speak loving words into yourself, you go out of your way throughout the day to remind yourself how lucky you are that xxx, how wonderful it is xxxx, how grateful you are xxxx..What this does is mentally programme your mind into higher vibrational thoughts. You’ll naturally start thinking better, negative thoughts won’t be able to make a home inside of you because you will have a deposit of good energy, of self love from speaking life into yourself throughout the day. 

[canmom]

Hello! I absolutely love your blog, everything from your festival recounts to animation analysis and programming (one of tumblr's recommended posts was the one where you made your own rasteriser, and I liked your attitude in what I've read so much that I'm gonna attempt to conquer my 3-year-long grudge against using opengl during college and do something similar now that I'm a bit older and have no deadlines :D).

But anyway, I have 2 questions (sorry if there's easily accessible answers, tumblr search is not helping): 1. During your animation nights, does the screen stay black while everyone watches their own video while you provide commentary? I haven't caught any yet but maybe someday! And 2. do you have any youtube channels or just one-off video essays that you like that also cover animation/directors? Or, even programming lol.

Sorry for the long ask have a nice day!

hiii! i'm very touched that you like my dorky eclectic blog <3

For the Animation Nights, I just stream the video over Twitch from local sources on my computer, typically by playing the video in mpv and recording it in OBS. This is obviously not ideal from a video quality perspective, but it's the easiest way to watch video in sync without making everyone download files in advance. Then we all chat in the Twitch chat box (in large part to crack stupid jokes, it's not that highbrow lmao). I've gotten away with it so far!

As for youtube channels, I can recommend...

anime production/history (i.e. sakuga fandom)

SteveM is likely the most sakuga-fan affiliated anituber. He makes long, well-researched and in-depth videos on anime history, usually themed around a particular director or studio.

Pyramid Inu might be my fave anituber - very thoughtful analysis of Gundam, obscure mecha anime and oldschool BL and similar topics. tremendously soothing voice too.

The Canipa Effect does excellent deep dives into the production of specific shows, both western and anime. I appreciate the respect he gives to the Korean animators of shows like AtlA in particular!

Sean Bires's 2013 presentation on sakuga is pretty foundational to this whole subcultural niche, and a great place to get an introduction to the major animator names to know and significant points in the history of anime. unfortunately a couple of the segments got slapped down by copyright but the rest holds up!

animation theory (for animators and aspirants)

I'm going to focus here on resources that are relevant to animation in general, and 2D animation. if I was going to list every Blender channel we'd be here all week :p

New Frame Plus is one of the best channels out there for game animation, describing in tightly edited videos how animation principles work in a game context and analysing the animation of various games. highly recommend

Videogame Animation Study is similar, examining the animation of specific games in detail

the 'twelve principles of animation' (defined by Disney's Ollie Johnston and Frank Thomas) remain the standard approach to animation pedagogy; there are various videos on them, but Alan Becker (of Animator vs Animation) has quite a popular series. I haven't actually watched these but many people swear by them! Dermot O'Connor expands the list to 21. Note that some of the terminology can be a little inconsistent between different animators - c.f. 'secondary motion'...

Dong Chang is an animator at Studio NUT, who produces a lot of fantastic, succinct videos on standard techniques in the anime industry, timesheet notations, etc. etc. Studio Bulldog, a small anime studio, are a good complement; they focus more on douga than genga and are generally a bit more traditional.

programming

big topic here, I'm going to focus on game dev and tech art since that's my field. but also some general compsci stuff that's neat

SimonDev - graphics programmer with a bunch of AAA experience, fantastic explanations of advanced optimisations and some of the more counterintuitive aspects of rendering

Acerola - graphics programmer who makes very detailed guides to a variety of effects with a very rapid and funny 'guy that has seen monogatari' editing style. When he's good, he's really good. His video on water is probably the best one I've seen (though I can recommend a couple of others).

TodePond - the most charming, musical videos about recursion and cellular automata you've ever seen. less programming tutorial and more art in themselves.

Ben Eater - known for his breadboard computer series, a fantastic demonstration of how to go from logic gates up to the 6502 with actual hardware. worth watching just for how clean he puts the wires on his breadboards like goddamn man

Sebastian Lague, Useless Game Dev - both do 'coding adventure' style videos where they spend a few weeks on some project and then document it on Youtube, resulting in a huge library of videos about all sorts of fascinating techniques. great to dive into

Freya Holmér - creator of the 'shapes' library, makes videos on mathematical programming, with gorgeously animated vector graphics. Her video on splines is a particular treat.

There are definitely many more channels I can recommend on these subjects, but I'll need to dig into my history a bit - unfortunately I need to rush out right now, but hopefully that should be good to be getting going with!

[less-dev]

We're making a Starbound/Terraria inspired space sandbox game!

We're making a 2D sandbox game similar to Starbound! Or uh, terraria in space.

#nodev contains shitposting

#planetarium contains dev progress

Specifics under the cut

Who are you?

Aspen - Project Lead, Programmer, Pixel artist, Sound Designer.

Hey! I'm Aspen, I've been programming and making games for many many years in basically every engine there is... But never felt the drive to finish one, until now! I consider myself very experienced in the engine we're using (Gamemaker Studio 2.5) and have confidence we'll be able to make this game a reality. I also run the Tumblr account, so assume it's me behind the wheel as a default. Thank you for checking the game out!

Alec - Concept artist, Character Designer

H a l l o I'm Alec, I like writing and drawing and painting and designing shiiiiiiiit. I adore world building and have frequent bursts of creative possession in which I conceive and birth the greatest ideas and concepts in a mere moment. Otherwise, I can be a total dumbass and completely useless. I'm good at colours 👌 I have been a 85% a home-brew DM for about 2 years now and that is the greatest proof of my ADHD-given God powers of creativity. Slay.

What a cool guy!

Design pillars

Immersion. Above all else, I would like roleplay (casual or serious) to be natural and well supported. I would like players to find engaging with the world, and it's characters to be very personal.

Innovation. Tropes such as "You spawn in a green forest and can walk left or right" will be actively avoided. Biomes will have generation that presents more unique movement opportunities. Such as geysers in rock pools launching players high up, or giant twisting vines that hold up chunks of land to hop between.

More quality less quantity. Planets will be significantly more content-dense than Starbound, and perhaps controversially travel between them will be more difficult/expensive as well. This would encourage players to take advantage of all the resources presented on each planet, instead of hopping from one to the next. This would also encourage us throughout development to give each planet as much love as possible. Each planet should feel like a 'miniature terraria world'. Though actually achieving that is easier said than done.

Meaningful content. Procedurally generating creatures from 100 different pre-set monster parts could technically produce limitless alien creatures for players to encounter. But in both No Man's Sky and Starbound. I find this novelty to wear off quick, these creatures are not manually, meaningfully crafted and beyond an unusual appearance and some shallow gameplay changes... They do not create much of a memorable experience for the player. In my opinion, anyway. I would rather hand-craft every creature and make them all significantly unique and interesting. That's not to say procedurally generated creatures won't ever have a place in the game, but they certainly wont be as prevalent as others games.

Okay well... What's finished?

Fundamental lighting shaders akin to Starbound.

Some world generation brushes and basic commands.

A text mark-up language (heavily optimised), and game chat.

Extensive custom debugging tools

Hard and soft-loading of chunks to save on as much memory and CPU usage as possible.

Complete unloading, and compression of chunks on top of the previously mentioned system. As well as a live-saving system.

Setting, Story baseline, and conceptualization of the first 3 playable species. Each species will have a different starting planet, and immediately different playthrough.

Designs and cultures of several additional unplayable races.

Character proportion tests, sprites and sketches.

First-pass on collision functions.

Weighted Tile variance and tile connections.

CONCERNS

Multiplayer. While I have made an online multiplayer game before and it's definitely doable for this game, it would require some practice in a one-off test game to be fully confident. It would also take a LOT of time.

Modding. As far as I know gamemaker games are notoriously difficult for players to modify. Something like Unity is far easier even without mod support. Gamemaker on the other hand is difficult even if I want to design systems in favor of modders. This is kind of a problem for later, I have faith there'll be something we can do to make it work... But a cursory look says it won't be easy. I would be extremely disappointed if there was nothing we could do.

[heartsoftruth]

LEWIS HAMILTON | BAHRAIN TESTING DAY 1 Testing is always exciting. It’s the first time you get to see what everyone has been developing and can start to get a feel for your own car and the year ahead. Being here with Scuderia Ferrari HP and in the SF-25 for the first time is an incredible feeling. Our focus right now is on experimenting with different things, gathering as much data as possible and getting familiar with the car, and we’ve already learned a lot. It’s too early to really understand performance, but everything feels good and as a team we’re working on the best way to optimise each run. There’s more to do over the next few days to get through our programme and understand the car to the best of our ability, but right now I'm looking forward to getting out there again tomorrow.

[rockergiirl]

sometimes i get sad that i'm a programmer in an effectively post-memory-scarcity world so i don't get to do all the weird tricks and stuff programmers used to have to do with old consoles

on the other hand i'm glad i don't have to deal with bullshit like being constrained by the library for engines and sdks taking up too much memory or having to figure out optimisations for 3d graphics

[dubaiwebsitedesignss]

What Is The Difference Between Web Development & Web Design?

In today’s world, we experience the growing popularity of eCommerce businesses. Web designing and web development are two major sectors for making a difference in eCommerce businesses. But they work together for publishing a website successfully. But what’s the difference between a web designers in Dubai and a web developer?

Directly speaking, web designers design and developers code. But this is a simplified answer. Knowing these two things superficially will not clear your doubt but increase them. Let us delve deep into the concepts, roles and differentiation between web development and website design Abu Dhabi.

What Is Meant By Web Design?

A web design encompasses everything within the oeuvre of a website’s visual aesthetics and utility. This might include colour, theme, layout, scheme, the flow of information and anything related to the visual features that can impact the website user experience.

With the word web design, you can expect all the exterior decorations, including images and layout that one can view on their mobile or laptop screen. This doesn’t concern anything with the hidden mechanism beneath the attractive surface of a website. Some web design tools used by web designers in Dubai which differentiate themselves from web development are as follows:

● Graphic design

● UI designs

● Logo design

● Layout

● Topography

● UX design

● Wireframes and storyboards

● Colour palettes

And anything that can potentially escalate the website’s visual aesthetics. Creating an unparalleled yet straightforward website design Abu Dhabi can fetch you more conversion rates. It can also gift you brand loyalty which is the key to a successful eCommerce business.

What Is Meant By Web Development?

While web design concerns itself with all a website’s visual and exterior factors, web development focuses on the interior and the code. Web developers’ task is to govern all the codes that make a website work. The entire web development programme can be divided into two categories: front and back.

The front end deals with the code determining how the website will show the designs mocked by a designer. While the back end deals entirely with managing the data within the database. Along with it forwarding the data to the front end for display. Some web development tools used by a website design company in Dubai are:

● Javascript/HTML/CSS Preprocessors

● Template design for web

● GitHub and Git

● On-site search engine optimisation

● Frameworks as in Ember, ReactJS or Angular JS

● Programming languages on the server side, including PHP, Python, Java, C#

● Web development frameworks on the server side, including Ruby on Rails, Symfony, .NET

● Database management systems including MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL

Web Designers vs. Web Developers- Differences

You must have become acquainted with the idea of how id web design is different from web development. Some significant points will highlight the job differentiation between web developers and designers.

Generally, Coding Is Not A Cup Of Tea For Web Designers:

Don’t ever ask any web designers in Dubai about their coding knowledge. They merely know anything about coding. All they are concerned about is escalating a website’s visual aspects, making them more eyes catchy.

For this, they might use a visual editor like photoshop to develop images or animation tools and an app prototyping tool such as InVision Studio for designing layouts for the website. And all of these don’t require any coding knowledge.

Web Developers Do Not Work On Visual Assets:

Web developers add functionality to a website with their coding skills. This includes the translation of the designer’s mockups and wireframes into code using Javascript, HTML or CSS. While visual assets are entirely created by designers, developer use codes to implement those colour schemes, fonts and layouts into the web page.

Hiring A Web Developer Is Expensive:

Web developers are more expensive to hire simply because of the demand and supply ratio. Web designers are readily available as their job is much simpler. Their job doesn’t require the learning of coding. Coding is undoubtedly a highly sought-after skill that everyone can’t entertain.

Final Thoughts:

So if you look forward to creating a website, you might become confused. This is because you don’t know whether to opt for a web designer or a developer. Well, to create a website, technically, both are required. So you need to search for a website design company that will offer both services and ensure healthy growth for your business.

[spacetimewithstuartgary]

ESA-DLR lunar analogue facility inaugurated 

LUNA, Europe’s new ‘Moon on Earth’, is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of lunar exploration. 

The inauguration of LUNA, the lunar analogue facility operated jointly by ESA and the German Aerospace Agency (Deutsche Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt, DLR), took place on 25 September in Cologne, Germany.

The facility, which is designed to recreate the lunar surface, is located next to ESA’s European Astronaut Centre and will be used to prepare astronauts, scientists, engineers and mission experts for living and working on the Moon. 

It will facilitate research, development and integrated testing of space technology under realistic conditions, providing valuable insights for upcoming lunar missions, such as NASA's Artemis programme, which will send astronauts to the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. 

ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher said, "The opening of LUNA marks a significant milestone in Europe’s space exploration efforts. This unique facility, with its ability to replicate lunar conditions, advances our understanding of the Moon and prepares us for future missions. We are proud to lead this project, which positions Europe at the forefront of lunar exploration and beyond, while also fostering international collaboration in space research.” 

Guests from the space sector and governmental officials attended the inauguration of Europe’s cutting-edge space research facility, including ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, Chair of the DLR Executive Board Anke Kaysser-Pyzalla, the Minister President of North Rhine-Westphalia Hendrik Wüst, alongside Deputy Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia Mona Neubaur and the Federal Government Coordinator for German Aerospace Anna Christmann, as well as representatives of NASA. 

"LUNA will contribute to optimising our preparations for activities on the lunar surface through research into technologies and innovation for space exploration. This involves robotics as well as artificial intelligence, the utilisation of local resources and resource-conserving cycles all the way through to regenerative energy systems. LUNA provides a unique array of elements for scientific research and technological development under one roof. In its role as the ‘Moon on Earth’, LUNA will sustainably support activities on the Moon from Germany," says Anke Kaysser-Pyzalla, Chair of the DLR Executive Board.

"LUNA represents a major leap forward in our efforts to prepare for human exploration of the Moon and beyond. By replicating the lunar surface and providing vital insights into surface operations, this facility will help us address the challenges of future space missions. Partnering with DLR on this project highlights the power of international collaboration and our shared commitment to advancing space exploration together," commented ESA Director of Human and Robotic Exploration Daniel Neuenschwander.

  LUNA features a 700-square-metre area that replicates the Moon’s surface using 900 tonnes of basalt-derived volcanic grains and rocks, processed to create a material known as ‘regolith simulant’, providing a unique testing environment.

A deep floor area will allow for drilling and sampling up to three metres below the surface, enabling research on regolith including frozen lunar soil.

Meanwhile, a Sun simulator mimics the day and night cycles on the Moon, including the challenging lighting conditions found at lunar polar regions. 

Advanced control rooms are linked in real-time to mission control centres in Germany and worldwide. In the future, the analogue facility will also be connected to the Lunar Gateway, or even the Moon itself for seamless mission simulations.

Additional features will soon be implemented such as a gravity offloading system to simulate the Moon’s one-sixth of Earth gravity and an adjustable ramp for testing mobility on lunar slopes.

LUNA is designed as an open hub, available to space agencies, academia, researchers, space industry, start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises from all over the world. 

[thebearcametoo]

I am ‘several overlapping chronic illnesses in a trench coat’ kind of chronically ill but mostly let’s just call it fibromyalgia. Our hospital pain clinic isn’t easy to get a referral to but since I had to stop taking naproxen as it gave me stomach ulcers (despite taking a PPI) my pain has been different and harder to deal with so I got to see the pain clinic. There wasn’t a tonne of stuff they could do for me but the suggestion of a tens machine has been great. Highly recommend. One of the other things they have is a thing called ‘optimising pain’ which is access to specialist physios who can tailor a programme to try and keep your body moving in ways that don’t cause you pain.

The difficulty when you’ve lived with pain for a long time is that it screws up your body as you tense to protect areas or don’t move and muscles forget how to move properly. The pain clinic is big on trying to keep your body moving so you don’t freeze up - especially your back muscles as they help with posture, breathing and a whole host of regular daily functions. So my physio has given me a very small number of exercise to do no more than twice a week and no more than 3 repetitions for each.

And even this has caused me rebound pain so we’re dropping one and doing one only once a week and we’ll see how that goes.

I was saying how frustrated I am because it feels so easy to do the exercises. Things like rowing with a very light resistance band. And she said yes but it’s not about strength in the usual way we think about it. My body can do heavy stuff. But it might use the wrong muscles or the muscles and nerves may not be working in perfect timing. I have to rethink the point of the exercise. It’s not to do more or do heavier resistance. It’s about reminding my body how to work. And so far we haven’t cracked it. And I have to be patient. Grrr. So I need to reset my ideas and my expectations.

Plus she wants me to do my meditation again as that’s the first thing I drop when things get tough that’s when I need it most.

[fitnessmith]

Pourquoi la testosterone diminue après 40 ans (et comment y remedier)

Pourquoi la testostérone diminue après 40 ans (et comment y remedier ) Pour voir ça, rendez-vous en bio @fitnessmith, cliquez sur le lien fitnessmith.fr/news puis dans « les nouveautés », ou rendez-vous dans votre boîte mail ! #testosterone #hormones #sommeil #récupération #musculation #fitness #hommes #vitalité #sport #nutrition #énergie #alimentation #bienetre #santé #stress #récupérationmusculaire #sommeilprofond #testosteronenaturelle #hommesactifs #forcephysique #musculationnaturelle #sportnaturel #fitnessaddict #styledevie #fitafter40 #équilibrehormonal #conseilssanté #formephysique #fitnessmith #santémasculine #énergiepositive

Nous allons voir pourquoi la testostérone diminue après 40 ans et comment tu peux contrer ce phénomène. Ton niveau d’énergie dépend souvent de cette hormone. Or, passé un certain âge, elle chute. À cet instant, tu te demandes peut-être si une simple question de vieillissement explique tout. La réponse réside aussi dans ta récupération et ton sommeil. Ces deux piliers influencent ta capacité à…

[roarrrgame]

Why would people want Skyrim like physics? As a programmer just seeing a clip of arrows falling on the ground and mugs being knocked around the table nearly gives me a heart attack. How many bugs does this potentially produce? How does the optimisation work? If you want to do this just do it in real life where physics exists naturally and stuff looks much better than in any game

[adviceformefromme]

How do you let go of fear? I am scared of everything. I have been in therapy for over a decade and I’m grown so so much but the mental battle with being scared of every worst possible outcomes controls me. It’s exhausting. I just want to detach and let things flow.

Hey sweetie, I want to let you know I have BEEN there. My mind was so polluted with fear, every thought was worry, doubt, stress, anxiety but I want to let you know there is light at the end of the tunnel!

Steps:

You need to go on a FAST. This means removing all the things that are causing you to feel fear consciously and unconsciously. I would suggest. No movies / tv unless its good feels/high vibe. Absolutely no watching the news, no horrors, no social media. No music unless it's high frequency. All these media outlets have the power to keep you low.

Work with your journal to understand yourself better. Write down exactly what you are afraid of in one column, and then write the opposite for each one in the other column. For example 'I am scared of men, they will attack me' vs 'I feel supported by men I feel safe around men' (this was a real fear of mine). As you write all your fears. You need to record yourself on your phone in a peaceful calm voice saying the opposite only. Record the list and play it on repeat as many times as a day as possible. Before bed is the most powerful. But if you need to play this 100 times a day do it because you really need to re-programme your mind.

Start consuming content that helps you heal, podcasts, books. More so books. Self-development. Read more, lean on fiction that is positive and uplifting (not keeping you in low frequency fears).

What are you eating? Make sure the foods are supporting you, research pro-biotic diet and get any health checks to ensure your body is optimising at its best (unlikely if you are in a state of anxious fear).

Do some exercise. Get into a wellness routine, yoga / stretches, running, HIT. Whatever you can do even if its running down the road and back for 5 mins. Do something. Your body needs to shift that energy.

PRAY. {personally} this should be at the top, having a solid relationship with God is going to heal you in so many ways. You will receive the guidance you need once you start asking for help - books will fall off shelves (I've said this many times because its absolutely true), people will appear in your life.

Learn to meditate, hard to think of this when your mind is plagued with fear - but watching this breathe work meditation can really help create some space in your mind.

Setting the intention and taking actions to move you out of your current state is equally as important as all the above points, sure you might want to change your mind, but putting in the work to love and protect your thoughts and energy is how you make the shift. I hope these help xoxoxox

[kitchenrenovationstkilda]

How to Add Value to Your Home with a Kitchen Renovation

A well-executed kitchen renovation is one of the most effective ways to increase your home's value. As the heart of the home, the kitchen serves as a gathering space, a functional cooking area, and a design focal point. Whether you plan to sell or enhance your living experience, investing in a high-quality kitchen renovation can yield impressive returns. If you're considering a experienced kitchen renovation at St Kilda, this guide will help you maximise aesthetic appeal and financial value.

Understanding the Value of a Kitchen Renovation

Kitchen renovations are consistently ranked among the top home improvements in return on investment (ROI). Studies show that a well-designed kitchen upgrade can deliver up to a 75% return, making it a smart financial decision. However, the success of a kitchen renovation depends on thoughtful planning, quality materials, and efficient use of space.

Buyers and homeowners alike are drawn to modern, functional, stylish kitchens. Strategic renovations, from energy-efficient appliances to clever storage solutions, can significantly boost your property's appeal and resale value.

Key Ways to Enhance Your Home's Value with a Kitchen Renovation

1. Plan for Functionality and Layout

The layout of your kitchen is critical to its functionality. A well-designed space should facilitate movement, maximise workflow, and ensure a smooth cooking experience. Popular layouts include:

Galley Kitchen: Ideal for smaller spaces, offering efficiency and accessibility.

L-shaped or U-shaped kitchens: Perfect for maximising storage and work areas.

Open-Plan Kitchens: Increasingly popular in modern homes, allowing for seamless integration with dining and living areas.

Ensuring that optimises the "kitchen work triangle" (the relationship between the sink, cooktop, and refrigerator) will enhance usability and overall appeal. Additionally, adding ergonomic features such as pull-out shelves, soft-close drawers, and well-placed power outlets can make everyday kitchen use more convenient and efficient.

2. Upgrade Appliances for Energy Efficiency

Energy-efficient appliances reduce electricity bills and appeal to environmentally conscious buyers. Investing in modern appliances with high energy ratings can make your kitchen more attractive. To improve convenience and efficiency, look for models with smart features, such as programmable ovens, induction cooktops, and integrated dishwashers.

Opting for built-in appliances can create a streamlined look and free up counter space. Smart refrigerators with touch-screen capabilities, voice-activated assistants, and remote control functions are becoming increasingly popular and can add an element of sophistication to your kitchen.

3. Choose High-Quality Materials and Finishes

The materials and finishes you choose can make or break your kitchen's overall look and durability. Some top choices include:

Benchtops: Engineered stone, quartz, or granite offer durability and a premium finish.

Cabinetry: Soft-close hinges, quality hardware, and custom storage solutions add value.

Splashbacks: Glass, subway tiles, or mirrored finishes create visual impact and are easy to clean.

Flooring: Hardwood, polished concrete, or high-quality vinyl planks are stylish and durable.

Selecting timeless, neutral colours ensures longevity and broad appeal. However, incorporating a pop of colour through accents such as bar stools, feature tiles, or statement lighting can add personality and modernity to the design.

4. Improve Lighting and Ventilation

Lighting plays a crucial role in both functionality and ambience. Consider incorporating:

Task lighting: Under-cabinet LEDs for focused illumination.

Pendant lights: Stylish additions above kitchen islands.

Skylights or larger windows: Natural light enhances the space's warmth and appeal.

Proper ventilation is equally important. A high-quality rangehood or an upgraded exhaust system helps maintain air quality and prevents lingering odours. Ceiling fans or cross-ventilation through well-placed windows can further enhance airflow in the kitchen.

5. Maximise Storage Solutions

Ample storage is a must-have feature in any kitchen. Smart storage solutions such as pull-out pantries, corner drawers, and deep cabinets improve functionality and keep the kitchen organised. Custom cabinetry tailored to the kitchen's layout can further enhance efficiency.

Vertical storage with overhead cabinets or floating shelves can also help maximise space. Hidden storage compartments, such as toe-kick drawers or built-in spice racks, offer practical yet stylish solutions to declutter countertops.

6. Consider Smart Technology Integration

Smart home features are increasingly sought after in modern homes. Including technology in your kitchen renovation, such as smart lighting, touchless taps, and voice-controlled appliances, adds a contemporary edge and enhances usability.

Smart thermostats for ovens, app-controlled coffee machines, and automated pantry inventory systems can enhance convenience and functionality, creating a high-tech kitchen that appeals to modern buyers.

7. Enhance Aesthetic Appeal with a Fresh Design

Aesthetic appeal plays a crucial role in home value. If you aim for a timeless yet modern look, consider a minimalist design with clean lines and high-end finishes. Popular trends in Australia include:

Coastal and Hamptons-style kitchens: Light colours, shaker-style cabinets, and timber accents.

Industrial-style kitchens: Concrete benchtops, black tapware, and exposed brick.

Scandinavian-inspired kitchens: White cabinetry, open shelving, and natural materials.

Mixing textures, such as combining matte and glossy finishes or blending metal and timber elements, can add depth and visual interest to your kitchen.

8. Extend the Kitchen Space

Expanding your kitchen's footprint can significantly boost its value. Adding an island bench, a butler's pantry, or an alfresco kitchen area enhances functionality and creates a luxurious feel.

A well-designed outdoor kitchen with weather-resistant materials, a built-in BBQ, and comfortable seating can create a perfect entertainment area and further increase your home's market appeal.

Budgeting for a Kitchen Renovation

The cost of a kitchen renovation varies based on size, materials, and customisation. An average kitchen renovation in Australia can range from $15,000 to $50,000+.

Basic Upgrades ($15,000 - $25,000): Refacing cabinets, new benchtops, upgraded appliances.

Mid-Range Renovations ($25,000 - $40,000): New cabinetry, premium appliances, improved lighting, quality flooring.

Luxury Renovations ($40,000 - $50,000+): Custom designs, high-end materials, smart technology integration.

Setting a clear budget and prioritising key upgrades ensures you get the best value for your investment. Seeking multiple quotes from professionals and understanding where to splurge versus where to save can help you stay within budget without compromising quality.

The Importance of Professional Help

While DIY projects can save money, hiring professionals ensures high-quality results. Engaging a kitchen designer, builder, and electrician will help bring your vision to life while adhering to safety standards and regulations. A professional Kitchen Renovation St Kilda expert can provide valuable insights into the latest trends and materials, helping you make informed decisions.

Professional installers can also help avoid costly mistakes, ensure compliance with Australian building codes, and provide warranties for workmanship and materials.

Final Thoughts

A well-planned kitchen renovation is one of the most effective ways to add value to your home. By focusing on functionality, energy efficiency, quality materials, and smart design choices, you can create a kitchen that enhances your lifestyle and boosts your property's market appeal. Whether upgrading for personal enjoyment or preparing to sell, a thoughtful renovation will deliver long-term benefits and impressive returns on investment.

If you're considering a Kitchen Renovation at St Kilda, now is the perfect time to start planning. Investing in a high-quality renovation will ensure your kitchen remains stylish, practical, and valuable for years.

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Web Designer vs Web Developer : Quelle carrière choisir ?

Avec l’évolution rapide du numérique, les carrières en conception et développement web restent très demandées. Bien que ces deux professions jouent un rôle clé dans la création de sites modernes, elles impliquent des compétences, des responsabilités et des perspectives différentes. Si vous hésitez entre ces deux parcours, ce guide vous aidera à comprendre les différences en termes de rôles, de potentiel de rémunération et d’opportunités à long terme afin de choisir la carrière qui vous convient le mieux.

Que fait un Web Designer ?

Responsabilités principales

Un web designer se concentre sur l’apparence, l’ergonomie et l’expérience utilisateur (UX) d’un site web. Ses tâches incluent :

• Créer des mises en page visuellement attrayantes et des wireframes.

• Sélectionner la typographie, les palettes de couleurs et les éléments de branding.

• Concevoir des sites responsifs et adaptés aux mobiles.

• Utiliser des outils comme Adobe XD, Figma et Sketch.

• Collaborer avec les développeurs pour assurer une bonne transition entre le design et le code.

Compétences clés pour un Web Designer

• Connaissance des principes UI/UX et des meilleures pratiques en ergonomie.

• Maîtrise des logiciels de design graphique (Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma).

• Notions de base en HTML & CSS pour le prototypage.

• Compréhension du branding et de la psychologie des couleurs.

Avantages d’être Web Designer

✔️ Travail très créatif avec une grande liberté artistique.

✔️ Moins de programmation que dans le développement web.

✔️ Forte demande pour l’expertise UI/UX.

✔️ Nombreuses opportunités en freelance, notamment sur des plateformes comme Upwork.

Défis du métier de Web Designer

❌ Rémunération souvent inférieure à celle des développeurs.

❌ Nécessité de suivre en permanence les tendances du design.

❌ Certains clients sous-estiment la valeur du design par rapport au développement.

Que fait un Web Developer ?

Responsabilités principales

Un développeur web est chargé de concevoir et maintenir des sites fonctionnels en utilisant des langages de programmation et des frameworks. Ses missions incluent :

• Écrire et corriger du code pour implémenter des fonctionnalités web.

• Optimiser la vitesse, la sécurité et la scalabilité des sites.

• Gérer les systèmes backend, les bases de données et les API.

• Corriger les bugs et améliorer l’expérience utilisateur.

• Travailler aussi bien sur les technologies front-end que back-end.

Les différents types de développeurs web

• Développeur Front-End : Se concentre sur les aspects visuels et interactifs du site (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).

• Développeur Back-End : Gère la programmation côté serveur, les bases de données et les API.

• Développeur Full-Stack : Maîtrise à la fois le front-end et le back-end.

Compétences clés pour un Web Developer

• Maîtrise de HTML, CSS et JavaScript.

• Connaissance de langages de programmation comme PHP, Python, Ruby.

• Familiarité avec des frameworks comme React, Angular, Vue.js.

• Gestion des bases de données (MySQL, MongoDB).

• Compétences en débogage, tests et gestion de versions.

Avantages d’être Web Developer

✔️ Forte rémunération, en particulier pour les développeurs full-stack et back-end.

✔️ Demande croissante avec de nombreuses opportunités d’évolution.

✔️ Possibilité de travailler sur des projets complexes et de grande envergure.

✔️ Opportunités de travail à distance et en freelance.

Défis du métier de Web Developer

❌ Apprentissage continu indispensable en raison des évolutions technologiques rapides.

❌ Travail très technique avec peu d’aspects créatifs.

❌ Peut impliquer de longues heures de débogage et de résolution de problèmes.

Conclusion

En résumé, si vous aimez la créativité et le design, le métier de web designer pourrait vous convenir. Si vous préférez la programmation et la résolution de problèmes techniques, le développement web est une meilleure option. Quelle que soit votre décision, les deux carrières offrent de nombreuses opportunités dans l’univers du numérique !

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