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[yoda-smart]

Enhancing Education with Wall Mount Outdoor Digital Signage

Enhancing Education with Wall Mount Outdoor Digital Signage In the dynamic world of education, visual communication and information sharing are essential components of the learning process. Yetronic’s Wall Mount Outdoor Digital Signage has emerged as a powerful tool in transforming the way schools and educational institutions engage with their students and staff. The Functionality of Wall Mount…

[writing-envy]

Writing snippet (Thrawn x Reader)

One time I was writing this for a bigger story, but now I don't really know what to do with it. Please tell me what you think; pointers and critique is appreciated!! ALSO, I was experimenting with an AU where Thrawn is an officer in the Republic, so bear with me.

Word count: 1,268

CW: mediocre writing, talk about intercourse, some bad words, break in (lmao), lack of ideas.

Clicks at the lock pad echoed in an empty hallway of an apartment complex in the upper levels of Corusant. The dimly lit corridor was devoid of any other residents, quiet and slightly menacing. Although you’d rather it remained that way, the less people saw you come in the better. Especially after the receptionist had been side-eyeing you for visiting at such strange hour.

It would’ve been far more suspicious to force my way in or even pretend to be a resident you thought. Still, not your best work. With that thought in mind you continued to fiddle with the door’s lock and after a few seconds, they opened to reveal the inside of the room.

The apartment wasn’t the most extravagant you’d ever seen; regular loft space, with neatly made bed, vacuumed sofa cushions that were lacking in pillows you’d usually see in the living rooms in holovid programs. The kitchen was presumed unused, the surface clean from any traces of cooking, but you could see the rags drying on the cabinets’ handles. They were wrinkled and with damp spots on them. Otherwise the apartment looked almost uninhabited, as if you’d walked in expected to be given a tour of the place by the real estate agent. 

Considering Thrawn’s character, you’d expect nothing less; a spotless space for a thorough and focused person like he. And you had to admit, he had chosen a home with a great view.

The city-planet’s skyline was visible through the three big, connecting windows. The capital of the Republic was especially beautiful at this time of day. Or night, as it really was. You moved closer to admire the view; skyscrapers littering the surface, lanes of ships and speeders cutting in between them. The neon lights reflecting from the glass buildings, creating a mirage on the grey concrete structures at the base of them. From here you could see one of the tunnels leading to the lower levels, where such a sight exists only in the imagination of the inhabitants.

All so beautiful, but only from afar you thought as you moved away from the window, further into the apartment. For a second you debated looking around for any hidden weapons but finally deciding not to, you’d be able to sense them anyway if he were to use them. Which he wouldn’t you retorted yourself. You broke into his house already, going though Thrawn’s personal belongings would’ve only made him angrier.

Well, maybe I want him to get angry — . You stopped yourself before you finished that thought. Tonight you’re just here to talk.

With that you seated yourself on the armchair in the dark corner, with his thermal vision Thrawn would be able to spot you without a problem. As you sat there and waited, you pondered the events that led you here. If you were honest with yourself, you’d never expected to find yourself in a situation like this; sure, you’ve had hook ups with a few fellow Jedi, but never the ones you closely worked with. Especially not after you’ve left the temple five years ago. This was most peculiar, since you never would’ve guessed that Thrawn found you attractive or that you brought out feelings in him, other than annoyance that he displayed so frequently in your presence. 

I suppose frustration is to blame. He got so frustrated with me that he fucked me on the floor of a supply closet. No big deal, not at all. Not that I liked it or anything, after all I’m just here to talk this out. Yeah, just to talk.

The weak defence of your actions that brought you here was interrupted with the sound of the door to the apartment sliding open and a figure emerging form the very hallways you stood hours ago. Have I been waiting for so long?

Just as he entered, Thrawn froze in the entryway, the door sliding shut behind him. A few beats of silence passed and then he spoke with a strained voice.

“I hope you know you’ve ruined any plan of attack you had by sitting exactly where I can see you.” He said, clearly stating that he could see where you were in complete darkness, where most people would fail to notice you. But then again, he’s not most people.

“It’s on purpose. If I’d been trying to kill you, you’d never see me coming.” You rebuked, dramatically. He only scoffed and for the first time since entering moved to turn on the lamp next to the sofa. 

“I have a hard time believing that.” The sudden brightness and his comment caused you to frown at him. He was now sitting on the opposite of you on the sofa and looking around his apartment as if to determine if everything was in place, just as he left it. He continued. “Although nothing seems amiss I have to ask, did you search my home?”

“As if I’d find anything interesting here, no. Did you expect me too?”

It took him a second to reply as his gaze settled on you. 

“No.”

This wasn’t a declaration of trust but of caution; he knows you’re not that stupid. At least he didn’t think that low of you. 

“Why are you here?” His words came so suddenly and pointedly, you almost felt surprised he cut the chase so quickly. You wondered which version of the story he would buy; now you regretted spending this time pondering about dumb shit, you really should’ve thought about a better excuse than ‘just to talk’. A second later you answered.

“Would you believed me I missed you?”

The silence was deafening, really out of all the things you could’ve said, this is what you came up with? 

“I believe you need to leave, I’ve had a long day and I’d rather go to bed than deal with you”. 

The way he venomously spit the last part had you hesitating but you’d decided to proceed.

“Sorry, I just came to talk”.

“Really, I don’t want to hear it. Go home.”

An exasperated sigh ripped from your chest as you rebuked.

“I want to have sex with you again.”

That statement had him paused in the middle of the room, while looking at you like you had grown a second head. Clearly he whatever he was expecting wasn’t this. Thrawn stopped for a second just looking at you and any sigh of falsehood in your features. You were quick to follow.

“We don’t have to! I just thought… you know. Only if you’re okay with that.” All traces of confidence had dissipated, stumbling with words you continued. “I know I said that- you know- that there won’t be a second time. Well, I’m here now. So- you know- if-uhhh- you’re okay with that, I would like to have sex with you again.”

Oh the Force help me, what was the most embarrassing, dick hungry, pathetic proposal that had ever left my mouth. Any second now, he’s gonna laugh and I will die on the spot. Why did I say that?! I’ve never been more embarrassed in—

“Okay.”

Hold on. Okay?

You finally focused on his face. He was serious.

“Just like that? Really?” you asked trying to cover your embarrassment. 

“Just like that.” He simply stated. Before you could react he was in front of you. He had a few centimetres on you so you had to look up to meet his red gaze. “Next time you try asking me to fuck you, just knock.” And just like that his lips were on yours, passionately kissing away your embarrassment.

[eldritchaccident]

Timing: April 10th Location: Just outside of Vancouver, Canada Warnings: mentions of parental death Summary: Teddy does a B&E

Symmetry in Spirals.

This whole trip was a never ending sense of deja vu filtered over an endless hall of mirrors. Each reflection distorted and faded enough to be different from the last. The house, much like the shack, was abandoned. Dead weeping trees and vines crawling over the peeling paneling, like wasps flooding from a hive. Cracked windows leaked light into the haunt, and a haunt it was. 

For some reason, 34 Sunflower Circle had never been bought up or sold, no one came to collect or demolish the suburban mausoleum of a home. Teddy didn’t exactly know how these things worked. They had about as much practical knowledge of real estate as a lobster knew about rocket science. Knew enough to see it as odd though. 

Morning had just barely broken over the horizon when the bug had pulled up. No peering eyes were able to catch the caster as they went around back and slipped open a window, luckily unlocked already. Less lucky was the lack of agility necessary to slink inside. 

Long gangly limbs limply lauded themselves over the threshold, a foot getting stuck on the frame, a knee slamming into the wall. Teddy tumbled forward gracelessly. Gravity, the gravid nemesis, forever plaguing the ex demon's life. With all the poise of a bowling ball ricocheting off bouncing bumpers, they clambered into a stack of antique tomes. Old now, and old then whenever they had been stacked so neatly. 

Ass over head, shoulders squarely floorwise, a picture of elegance. Dark eyes scanned the upside down scene, only to find miles of piles more. Wherever open space sat, books littered. More infested than a library. Some of them looked to be hundreds of years old. Maybe more. Bound in leather. Embossed with gold. Even with the dust cloud lingering, and water damage from years of empty waiting, Teddy could see a virtual treasure trove. Someone’s greatest dream lived just beyond the broken windows. Waiting for someone to come, waiting for Teddy themself perhaps. 

A spark of that same magic still lingered in the air. One that had mixed in with the Leviathan’s back at the shack. It felt familiar, in a way. And yet, so distant. Teddy righted themself, quickly dusting off their clothes and thanking the universe that they weren’t allergic to nature. Standing on their feet did little to quell the queasiness in their stomach though.

If anything, it only sharpened the senses to observe it. 

Feet followed whims, even if caution bid them stay. Leading on, inward, around. Carefully treading over stacks and stacks and stacks of what had to be research. Teddy could spend a lifetime in here and still never find the answers they were looking for, but something led them further. Towards what must have been a dining room at some point, and a wall. Stacked up with pictures. The happy family. 

Each photo was framed with care. 

The man looked much like the form Leviathan took, so that must have been Chuck. Which meant the woman was Lydia. Strange, neither shared Teddy’s skin tone, neither had their dark eyes. It wasn’t as if Teddy looked nothing like them, certainly shared some features with her, but– Confusion swam high amongst the tide of foreign feelings that swamped Ted’s chest. Each photo told a story. Each happier than the next. They didn’t know what to make of it. 

In one, Lydia held the toddler while Chuck sprayed them both with a hose. Smiles on every face. Sinking further with each display of wonder and charm, Teddy looked on in horror. Sick to their stomach and frantically searching for the cracks. Was this all just for show? Was the original Jones family… actually a family? 

“Some humans are just plain bad.” Teddy remembered Leviathan’s words. “Trying to understand her reasons wouldn't make you feel any better, I guarantee it.” A fleeting thought barreled through, forcing them to wonder, however briefly, if their father had lied. If it had been summoned by or for something else, but on a whim decided to steal the child instead. A thought, imposed upon them despite the despair it carried. That in some other world, they might have had a home. Had a happy life, filled with smiles and silly jokes and play fights and books– 

Teddy stumbled. One of the piles had caught them off guard in their troubled thinking. Maybe it was fate though, because as they looked down they saw the markings. Saw the interconnected thread through most of the tomes. Summoning magic. Demonic. Languages few people on Earth still understood. Ones that Ted knew only because of the ancient beast that raised them. Cared for them. Took them in when two assholes who wished to trade them for immortality lost everything in the process. Levi hadn’t lied. Not to them. Why would it have to? Humans… They were strange, and some were just plain bad. 

Dark eyes lifted up from the books, once again glancing towards the wall of unfamiliar faces until– One stood out, different from the rest. Teddy walked up to get a closer look. Once again, Lydia held them close. Though the smile on her face was a practiced and cautious one. A different man stood next to her. Taller. Skinnier. Tan skin and charcoal eyes. The features reflected theirs, the cogs clicked into place. Ted’s breath escaped them. 

Someone stared back at Teddy with their own eyes. Hardened with age far beyond the years this old photo captured. A stern gaze that seemed to follow them wherever they moved. They couldn’t get away from it. A step back and Ted bumped into the table, jostling a few papers and books to the ground. 

“Fuck–Sorry–” Habit burst the words from their mouth. Shouting to no one. Filling the empty air with sound, breaking the tomb-like silence. Quickly, they turned. Moving from the room, telling themself it was in search of some kind of clarifying information and not just to escape that gaze. 

In a drawer of an old desk, a file of importance sat undisturbed for years on end. Keys to the kingdom of Theodore Jones, though– Not a Jones originally. A copy of Teddy’s birth certificate declared them “Theodore Ravi Shah” and an incredulous part of them nearly laughed. Nearly sent a text to Emilio that he’d never win that bet about their middle name now. True Names and their power sifted through next, wondering momentarily if Leviathan knew. If there was a way to know, without this paper anyway. Written in the stars, whispered at the dawn of time, or hidden away in an old abandoned house, untouched for thirty years and waiting patiently for someone to unearth it. 

The paper had other info too. For one, their birthday. Not anywhere near October and their favorite holiday. For another, Teddy had been quite a big baby. Just over eight pounds. Eyes and hair listed as black as they were today. There was Lydia, age at the time and her maiden name. Then what must have been the information of the man in that photo. Ishaan Shah. He was just about Teddy’s age now back then when they were born, give or take a few years. 

There wasn’t anything else. 

Who was this man? Why had she left him?

Teddy spent an hour or more, searching desperately to find anything at all that might quell the burning curiosity that threatened to eat them from the inside out. But nothing else in the desk held any more answers to the new mystery laid in front of them. Frustrated, dismayed, and heartbroken, the papers were airborne before Ted could get up from the chair. Fluttering around like birds descending on scattered feed.  

They stomped around, the doubt and hopelessness turning to anger. How awful to come this far, to uncover something that could actually lead to real answers and then what? A dead end? Because Lydia left their biological father, and left the only evidence of his life in a single envelope and an old cracked frame. 

But– 

Wait. 

In a flash of inspiration, Teddy crossed the room, finding themself under that watchful gaze once more. Only to tear down the picture and rend it from the wooden and glass confines. The back had three things. A note saying only ‘if you reconsider’, a phone number, and coordinates. Almost incredulously, their fingers found their phone, dialing the number faster than they could process what they were doing. 

It rang. 

Once. 

Twice. 

Three times then– 

“Hello–?” A cold voice called out. Reverberating into the stillness of the room. “Who is this? How did you get this number?” A sudden panic rose in Teddy’s chest. Immediately succumbing to the shaking and hyperventilation of an anxiety attack. The phone slipped from their hand as the questions filtered through it rose in volume and anger. It smashed against the old wooden floor, shattering the screen and immediately severing the connection. 

He was alive. 

Teddy’s father was alive. 

And maybe, just maybe, Teddy knew where to find him.

[impressivepress]

The Life and Work of Street Photographer Vivian Maier

A LIFE IN SHADOW: The North Shore families who hired Vivian Maier as a nanny came to know a kind but eccentric woman who guarded her private life and kept a huge stash of boxes. A chance discovery after her death by a man named John Maloof has spotlighted her secret talent as a photographer and led to a growing appreciation of her vast work.

On an unremarkable day in late 2007, John Maloof, a young real-estate agent, spent some time at a local auction house, RPN Sales in Portage Park, combing through assortments of stuff—some of it junk—that had been abandoned or repossessed. A third-generation reseller, Maloof hoped to find some historical photographs for a small book about Portage Park that he was cowriting on the side. He came across a box that had been repossessed from a storage locker, and a hasty search revealed a wealth of black-and-white shots of the Loop from the 1950s and ’60s. There’s got to be something pertinent in there, he thought. So he plunked down about $400 for the box and headed home. A closer examination unearthed no scenes of Portage Park, though the box turned out to contain more than 30,000 negatives. Maloof shoved it all into his closet.

Something nagged, however—perhaps a reflex picked up from working the flea market circuit as a poor kid growing up on the West Side of Chicago. Though he knew almost nothing about photography, he eventually returned to the box and started looking through the negatives, scanning some into his computer. There was a playfulness to the moments the anonymous artist had captured: a dapper preschool boy peeking from the corner of a grimy store window; an ample rump squeezing through the wooden planks of a park bench; a man in a three-piece suit napping, supine, in the front seat of his car, his right arm masking his face from the daylight. Whoa, Maloof mused. These are really cool. Who took them?

A contact at the auction house didn’t know the photographer’s name but told Maloof that the contents of the repossessed storage locker had belonged to an elderly woman who was ill. As time passed, Maloof tracked down a handful of people who had acquired similar caches of negatives once owned by the same woman, and he bought the boxes off them. With the collection becoming expensive to maintain, this lifelong reseller did what came naturally: He cut up some of the negatives and hawked them on eBay. They proved startlingly popular—some sold for as much as $80 a pop. Maloof realized that he’d come across something special, and he determined to crack the case of the anonymous photographer.

One day in late April 2009, more than a year after he bought that first box at RPN, Maloof got a break. He found an envelope from a photo lab buried in one of the boxes. Scribbled in pencil was a name: Vivian Maier. One hit from a Google search linked to an item from the Chicago Tribune that had been posted just days before. It was the paid death notice for an 83-year-old woman: “Vivian Maier, proud native of France and Chicago resident for the last 50 years died peacefully on Monday. Second mother to John, Lane and Matthew. A free and kindred spirit who magically touched the lives of all who knew her. Always ready to give her advice, opinion or a helping hand. Movie critic and photographer extraordinaire. A truly special person who will be sorely missed but whose long and wonderful life we all celebrate and will always remember.”

After a call to the Tribune left him with a faulty address and a disconnected phone number, Maloof didn’t know where to turn. In the meantime, though, he started displaying Maier’s work on a blog, vivianmaier.com. Then, in October 2009, he linked to the blog on Flickr, the photo-sharing website, and posted a question about Maier’s pictures on a discussion board devoted to street photography: “What do I do with this stuff (other than giving it to you)?”

The discussion went viral. Suggestions poured in, and websites from around the world sent traffic to his blog. (If you Google “Vivian Maier” today, you’ll get more than 18,000 results.) Maloof recognized that this was bigger than he’d thought.

He was right about that. Since his tentative online publication of a smattering of Vivian Maier’s photographs, her work has generated a fanatical following. In the past year, her photos have appeared in newspapers in Italy, Argentina, and England. There have been exhibitions in Denmark and Norway, and a showing is scheduled to open in January at the Chicago Cultural Center. Few of the pictures had ever been seen before by anyone other than Maier herself, and Maloof has only scratched the surface of what she left behind. He estimates that he’s acquired 100,000 of her negatives, and another interested collector, Jeff Goldstein, has 12,000 more (some of them displayed at vivianmaierphotography.com). Most of Maier’s photos are black and white, and many feature unposed or casual shots of people caught in action—passing moments that nonetheless possess an underlying gravity and emotion. And Maier apparently ranged far and wide with her camera—there are negatives from Los Angeles, Egypt, Bangkok, Italy, the American Southwest. The astonishing breadth and depth of Maier’s work led Maloof to pursue two questions, as alluring in their way as her captivating photographs: Who was Vivian Maier, and what explains her extraordinary vision?

Filing away negatives one day, Maloof, who today is 29, found a promising lead: Stuck to the bottom of a shoebox was a Highland Park address for someone named Avron Gensburg. Another quick Google search pulled up a related address with the names John and Lane—the same names as two of the people mentioned in Maier’s death notice. A little more sleuthing revealed that from 1956 to 1972, Maier had lived with Avron and Nancy Gensburg in Highland Park as a nanny for their three boys: John, Lane, and Matthew.

Today, Lane Gensburg, a 54-year-old tax attorney, is the citadel of Maier’s memory, and he is adamant that nothing unflattering be said about the woman who raised him from birth. When he starts talking about Maier, his eyes soften. “She was like Mary Poppins,” he tells me. “She had an amazing ability to relate to children.”

Maier had answered the Gensburgs’ ad seeking a nanny in 1956, and when she arrived, she almost looked the part of Mary Poppins. Under a heavy coat, she wore sturdy shoes and a long skirt with a lace slip, and she carried an enormous carpetbag. “She was dressed so differently,” recalls Nancy Gensburg. Maier was tall—five feet eight—but she appeared taller. “A very classy lady,” Nancy says. Maier’s trademark was the camera dangling around her neck. She was also very French. “She looked French, quite frankly,” Lane says. “She had a prominent nose.”

Technically, Maier wasn’t French, though she spoke with a watery French accent. According to her birth certificate, which Maloof found buried in some possessions the Gensburgs gave him, Vivian Dorothy Maier was born in New York on February 1, 1926, the daughter of Maria Jaussaud Maier, a Frenchwoman, and Charles Maier, an Austrian. By the time Vivian was four years old, her father was out of the picture, for reasons unknown. She and her mother pop up in the 1930 census, but the head of the household was a 49-year-old Frenchwoman named Jeanne Bertrand, identified as a portrait photographer. In the early 1900s, Bertrand was a successful and award-winning photographer who had an acquaintance with Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, an artist and the founder of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. Jim Leonhirth, a freelance journalist in Tennessee who is writing a book about Bertrand and other photographers from her era, knows nothing about Bertrand’s connection with Maier, but he confirms that Bertrand had steady work in a New Jersey studio around the same time that Maier and her mother were living with her.

Maier and her mother returned to France for long periods of time, but where they lived is not known. On April 16, 1951, at age 25, Maier sailed unaccompanied from Le Havre in northwestern France and arrived in New York ten days later. What Maier did in New York for the next five years—besides take pictures, which abound in Maloof’s collection—remains unclear, but it’s likely she picked up work as a live-in caregiver, an occupation she would keep for the rest of her life.

Even among the people closest to her, she could be elusive about her background. The Gensburgs aren’t sure what brought her to Chicago or when she arrived. She was more forthcoming with her insights and opinions. “She really wasn’t interested in being a nanny at all,” Nancy Gensburg says. “But she didn’t know how to do anything else.”

The Gensburg boys adored Maier’s knack for creating quirky adventures. She wanted them to explore life beyond the confined suburbia of Highland Park—“the sticks,” as she put it. Maier and the boys might see the latest screening of an art film, visit the famous monuments of Graceland Cemetery, bundle up for the Chinese New Year parade, or forage for wild strawberries in a forest preserve—one of Maier’s favorite activities.

After one particular trip to the city with the boys, Maier returned to Highland Park in a state. While on the train, Lane had gestured out the window to the apartments along the el. “Look, Vivian!” he said. “The closets are hanging outside!” He had never seen clothes drying on a line. “Do you really think everybody has a dryer and a washer, Lane?” Maier asked. The little boy nodded. “That’s just terrible,” she told their mother later.

“She wanted them to be very aware of what was going on in the world,” Nancy Gensburg says.

On her days off, Maier would take a spin on her moped or go to the movies. If someone famous was in town—President Kennedy or Eleanor Roosevelt, for example—she’d pack up her cameras, work her way through the crowd, and snap a souvenir. Other days, she’d lock herself in her private bathroom, which she’d converted to a darkroom. “We could never get in,” recalls Avron Gensburg, the retired head of an arcade game manufacturer. “Not that we wanted to.” Maier didn’t talk about meeting up with friends, and there was no evidence of a boyfriend, let alone a husband. (To those who made the mistake of calling her Mrs. Maier, she’d respond tartly, “It’s Miss Maier, and I’m proud of it.”)

Maier collected things—or perhaps it’s equally true to say she had trouble throwing things away. Negatives, cameras, clothes, shoes, tape recordings, documents—Maloof’s attic is now a cluttered repository. She had an especially weak spot for newspapers. In her little bathroom at the Gensburgs’, the stack of papers on the back of her toilet reached the ceiling. However, “she didn’t keep papers just to keep papers,” Nancy Gensburg points out. “There was always an article that she’d want to get back to and couldn’t.”

For six months from 1959 to 1960, Maier circumnavigated the globe alone. Although she never talked about her family, Avron Gensburg recalls that Maier inherited part of a small farm in Alsace, and it appears that she sold her share and used the money to travel to Los Angeles, Manila, Bangkok, Beijing, Egypt, Italy, France, and New York. “If she wanted to go, she’d just get up and go,” Nancy recalls. The family would hire a temporary replacement while Maier was away; she never said where she was headed. “You really wouldn’t ask her about it at all,” Nancy says. “I mean, you could, but . . .” Her voice trails off. “She was private. Period.”

Maier would share some of her photographs of the children with the Gensburgs, but she wouldn’t gift them. “If you wanted a picture,” Nancy says, “you had to buy it.” But Maier wasn’t selling her photography for profit. “Someone had to want it more than she wanted it. It’s like an artist who would paint something and then hate to get rid of it. She loved everything she did.”

When Maier left the Gensburgs’ employ in 1972—by then, the boys were old enough not to need a nanny—she took everything she owned and didn’t mention her subsequent jobs, not even when she’d stop by later to visit the boys. Despite the gaps in her timeline, it seems she never strayed very far from the North Shore; she always managed to land in another house in need of a nanny.

One belonged to Phil Donahue. After he moved his TV talk show to Chicago in 1974, he separated from his wife, and a divorce followed. He and his four boys ended up in Winnetka. “There was no Aunt Bee,” Donahue recalls, referring to the iconic caregiver from The Andy Griffith Show. “The women who came into my life as nannies didn’t last too long. No matter who they were, the kids hated them. They were rent-a-mothers.”

Maier lived with Donahue for less than a year, and his children, as well as a couple of his nieces, don’t share the Gensburgs’ memories of her as Mary Poppins incarnate. She was the eccentric French­woman who dragged them to obscure monuments, served them yucky peanut butter sandwiches with apricots, and made the girls a present of a paper bag full of green army men.

Donahue’s youngest son, James, who was around 12 at the time, remembers that Maier would roam the neighborhood taking odd photographs in a getup that reminded him of Maria von Trapp, the only other European woman he had met at the time. (Von Trapp had made an appearance on Donahue.) Maier would startle easily and exclaim, “Oh! Bah la-la bah!”—an expression that can be heard on audiotapes she made of interviews she conducted with the children or elderly people under her care. On those recordings, she dodges questions about herself.

Donahue recalls that Maier took pictures, but he doesn’t remember any prints. “I once saw her taking a picture inside a refuse can,” he says. “I never remotely thought that what she was doing would have some special artistic value.”

Over the years, her subject matter changed. She stopped shooting in black and white, and her work became more abstract—artfully placed garbage, for example. There were no more pictures of the pyramids; she no longer made exotic trips. And she seemed to grow even more elusive—she would go long periods, sometimes years, without checking in with the Gensburgs.

By the time she arrived at the busy Glenview home of Zalman and Karen Usiskin in 1987, Maier was hauling around 30 years’ worth of photography. When she interviewed with Zalman, a mathematics professor at the University of Chicago, and Karen, a textbook editor, she made one thing clear: “I have to tell you that I come with my life, and my life is in boxes,” she said. No problem, they told her. They have a large garage. “We had no idea,” Zalman says. “She came with 200 boxes.” The family placed them in storage, and they sat untouched until Maier left a year later.

The Usiskins say Maier was good with their two children, but they heard she was less than kind to the taxi drivers on her trips to do the family’s grocery shopping. (She never learned to drive.) Back at home, she’d set aside all the bruised fruit, which she’d bought especially for herself. “If we would have a piece of meat [at dinner],” Karen says, “she would eat all the fat off of it—like somebody who was looking for calories to stay alive.” Karen surmises that Maier wasn’t comfortable buying expensive things. “I think that she had a real identity with being a poor person,” she says. “That was something that she was proud of.”

From 1989 to 1993, Maier cared for the disabled daughter of Federico Bayleander in his Wilmette home, and the stories about her start repeating: She was good with his daughter. She stored hundreds of boxes in his basement. She enjoyed critiquing movies and passionate conversations about politics. Neighbors complained that she was rude on the telephone. And there was something distinctive about her walk—a determined and heavy-footed gait, her arms swinging in large strokes.

After Bayleander, there was an employer in Oak Park and eventually a move to a cheap apartment in Cicero. When Lane Gensburg and his younger brother, Matthew, reconnected with her in the late nineties, they insisted on putting her up in a nice apartment in Rogers Park. “We were comfortable as long as we knew where she was,” Lane says.

He believes Maier was living off Social Security before his family stepped in to help, but she apparently had other sources of income. Today, Maloof can reach into almost any of her boxes and pull out a dozen stock certificates or uncashed refund checks from the Department of the Treasury, some of them for more than a thousand dollars.

The Gensburgs worried about her. Fearless as ever, Maier would walk around late at night in the more unsavory parts of Chicago and chat up the homeless under the el, giving advice or directing them to a shelter.

Around Christmas in 2008, Maier slipped on some ice while walking downtown, hit her head, and ended up in the emergency room. “We thought she was going to make a full recovery,” Lane says.

The Gensburg sons called in the best doctors and later moved her to a nursing home in Oak Park, where they would visit her after work. On the way to one of their visits, Lane and Matthew picked up their mother and grilled her: “Did you bring The New York Times for Vivian? Should we get her some coffee ice cream? She loves coffee ice cream.” Nancy muses, “They knew everything about her. She was just a unique person. But she didn’t think anything of herself.”

Maier passed away at the Oak Park nursing home on April 20, 2009. The Gensburg sons scattered her ashes in the forest where they all had found joy together picking wild strawberries.

When I first visit his two-flat, I’m blown away by the sheer amount of stuff Maloof has acquired. Upstairs is Vivian Central. By Maloof’s rough estimate, he now owns more than half a dozen of her cameras, more than a hundred 8 mm movies, 3,000 prints, 2,000 rolls of film, and 100,000 negatives. Steamer trunks and boxes line an attic wall. He pops open a trunk bursting with Maier’s clothes—felt hats, baggy coats in muted tones, black shoes so heavy they could double as dumbbells. Many of the boxes contain newspaper clippings encased in plastic frames or vinyl binders stuffed with everything from movie reviews to obituaries. One headline catches my eye: “Fellow Veterans Honor Victim of 1995 Heat Wave,” on a story about Rodney Holmquist, who had served in the navy and died alone. Twenty veterans rescued his body from a pauper’s grave and reburied him with military honors.

Although Maloof has thrown out numerous boxes full of newspapers, he’s holding on to the rest of Maier’s belongings to search for more clues to her story. In late 2009, he ran into an old high-school friend, Anthony Rydzon, who had majored in documentary filmmaking at Columbia College, and Rydzon suggested they make a film about Maier. They had the time: Rydzon had recently lost his job as a stagehand, and Maloof had switched from selling real estate to reselling products on eBay. Today their movie project is on hold, but there’s talk that a professional documentary team might be interested in telling Maier’s story. The two friends spend nearly every day in the attic scanning Maier’s photographs, prepping prints for various exhibitions, and sifting through boxes for new leads on people they might interview.

The immense volume of the photos makes for a daunting archiving effort. Maloof estimates that he’s scanned only one-tenth of the negatives in his collection—and he’s barely glanced at the remaining 90,000. When he finds a particularly strong photograph, he posts it on his blog.

With the excitement online and the exhibits around the world (the Cultural Center show opens January 7th), there is ample evidence of the popularity of Maier’s work, but how much of that stems from the unusual story of Maloof’s discovery and the curious nature of the woman behind it all? During our interview, Phil Donahue—who knew Maier only as a nanny, not an artist—asked, “Is there a preponderance of evidence out there that these [photographs] are really special?”

Colin Westerbeck, the former curator of photography at the Art Institute of Chicago and one of the country’s leading experts on street photography, thinks Maier is an interesting case. He inspected her work after Maloof e-mailed him. “She worked the streets in a savvy way,” he says. “But when you consider the level of street photography happening in Chicago in the fifties and sixties, she doesn’t stand out.” Westerbeck explains that Maier’s work lacks the level of irony and wit of some of her Chicago contemporaries, such as Harry Callahan or Yasuhiro Ishimoto, and unlike them, she herself is often a participant in the shot. The greatest artists, Westerbeck says, know how to create a distance from their subjects.

Yet Westerbeck admits that he understands the allure of Maier’s work. “She was a kind of mysterious figure,” he says. “What’s compelling about her pictures is the way that they capture the local character of Chicago in the past decades.”

In any case, John Maloof has made it his mission to spread the word on his remarkable discovery. “I owe Vivian an honest effort to get her recognized as one of the great photographers of her time,” he says. “I’m only spending time on her story because the world is demanding it from me. The more I learn about Vivian, the more fascinated I am about this woman. She was a singular person, extremely intelligent, and her talent was extraordinary. I get great satisfaction in sharing it with the world.”

But Maier was an intensely private person. What would she think of Maloof’s mission? Wouldn’t she hate it? Maloof believes she wouldn’t mind because the world has moved on, and he lets her speak for herself. After a long search, he plays a recording from an interview she conducted with an elderly woman: “I suppose nothing is meant to last forever,” Maier says in her accented English. “We have to make room for other people. It’s a wheel—you get on, you go to the end, and someone else has the same opportunity to go to the end, and so on, and somebody else takes their place. There’s nothing new under the sun.”

~ Nora O’Donnell · Dec 14, 2010.

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The Booming World of Large Format Printings in Bangalore

Introduction:

Bangalore, India's tech hub, has witnessed a surge in demand for large-format printings. As businesses evolve and competition intensifies, the need for eye-catching, oversized visual communications has grown exponentially. This article delves into the thriving industry of Large Format Printings in Bangalore, exploring its applications, technologies, and impact on various sectors.

Understanding Large Format Printings

Large format printings refer to high-quality, oversized prints produced on specialized printers. These printings can be created on various materials, including paper, vinyl, fabric, and even rigid substrates, making them versatile for numerous applications across industries in Bangalore.

Key Applications of Large Format Printers in Bangalore

The versatility of large format printings has led to their widespread adoption across various sectors in Bangalore:

1. Advertising and Marketing: Billboards, banners, and point-of-sale displays

2. Corporate Branding: Office decor, trade show exhibits, and wall graphics

3. Retail: In-store signage, window displays, and promotional materials

4. Architecture and Real Estate: Architectural renderings, site plans, and property showcases

5. Education: Campus signage, educational posters, and event promotions

6. Entertainment and Events: Concert backdrops, movie posters, and event banners

Technologies Driving Large Format Printers in Bangalore

The large format printing industry in Bangalore employs cutting-edge technologies to produce high-quality outputs:

1. Inkjet Technology: Offers vibrant colours and fine detail

2. UV-curable Printing: Provides durability and versatility for various substrates

3. Latex Printing: Eco-friendly option with excellent colour quality

4. Dye-sublimation: Ideal for fabric and textile printing

5. Suitable for outdoor applications: Solvent and Eco-solvent printing

Factors Influencing Large Format Printing Quality in Bangalore

Several factors contribute to the quality of Large Format Printings in Bangalore:

1. Printer Resolution: Higher DPI (dots per inch) results in sharper images

2. Substrate Selection: Choosing the right material for the intended application

3. Color Management: Proper calibration for accurate colour reproduction

4. Print Speed: Balancing speed with quality for optimal results

The Impact of Large Format Printings on Bangalore's Advertising Landscape

Large-format printings have revolutionized outdoor advertising in Bangalore. From massive billboards along busy highways to creative building wraps in the central business district, these printings have transformed the city's visual landscape, offering businesses innovative ways to capture public attention.

Large Format Printers in Bangalore's Retail Sector

Large Format Printings in Bangalore have been widely adopted by the retail industry to elevate in-store experiences. Retailers use these impressive printings to create eye-catching window displays, promotional banners, and product showcases, effectively attracting customers and driving sales in the city's competitive market landscape.

The Role of Large Format Printers in Bangalore's Tech Industry

As a technology hub, Bangalore's tech companies leverage large format printings for various purposes. From showcasing product prototypes to creating engaging office spaces and event backdrops, these printings play a crucial role in the city's thriving tech ecosystem.

Environmental Considerations in Large Format Printings

With growing environmental awareness, many large format printing businesses in Bangalore are adopting eco-friendly practices:

1. Using water-based and eco-solvent inks

2. Offering recyclable and biodegradable printing materials

3. Implementing energy-efficient printing processes

4. Proper garbage disposal and recycling.

These initiatives help reduce the environmental impact of large format printings while meeting client demands for sustainable solutions.

Challenges Faced by Large Format Printing Industry in Bangalore

The industry for Large Format Printings in Bangalore, despite its rapid expansion, encounters several significant challenges:

1. High initial cost of technology and equipment purchase

2. Rapidly evolving printing technologies requiring frequent upgrades

3. Increasing competition and price pressures

4. Shortage of skilled operators and technicians

5. Fluctuating raw material costs

Overcoming these challenges requires strategic planning, continuous innovation, and investment in skill development.

Future Trends in Large Format Printings for Bangalore

The large format printing industry in Bangalore is poised for continued growth and innovation. Emerging trends include:

1. Integration of digital technologies like AR in printed materials

2. Increased demand for personalized and short-run printing

3. Advancements in 3D printing technologies

4. Growing focus on sustainable printing solutions

5. Expansion into new markets and applications, such as interior decor

Training and Skill Development for Large Format Printing Professionals

As the industry expands, there's a growing need for skilled professionals in large format printing. Several institutions and training centres in Bangalore now offer specialized courses covering:

1. Print technology and colour management

2. Material handling and finishing techniques

3. Design software for large-format printing

4. Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting

5. Project management for print production

These programs help bridge the skill gap and prepare professionals for the evolving demands of the industry.

Networking and Industry Events in Bangalore

Large Format Printings in Bangalore are prominently featured at numerous trade shows and networking events dedicated to the printing industry. These gatherings offer professionals in the field opportunities to:

1. Explore the latest technologies and equipment

2. Connect with suppliers and potential clients

3. Attend workshops and seminars

4. Keep abreast with market developments and recommended procedures.

In the industry, these kinds of gatherings are essential for promoting creativity and cooperation.

The Economic Impact of Large Format Printers in Bangalore

The large format printing industry contributes significantly to Bangalore's economy by:

1. Creating job opportunities across various skill levels

2. Supporting allied industries such as advertising and event management

3. Attracting investments in printing technologies and infrastructure

4. Enhancing the city's reputation as a hub for visual communications

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

What are the main applications of large format printers in Bangalore?

Large format printings are used in advertising, corporate branding, retail, architecture, education, and entertainment sectors for various purposes such as billboards, banners, office decor, and event displays.

What technologies are commonly used in large format printing in Bangalore?

The main technologies include inkjet, UV-curable, latex, dye-sublimation, and solvent/eco-solvent printing.

How are large format printing businesses in Bangalore addressing environmental concerns?

They're using eco-friendly inks, offering recyclable materials, implementing energy-efficient processes, and properly disposing of waste materials.

What challenges does the large format printing industry face in Bangalore?

Challenges include high initial investment costs, rapid technological changes, increasing competition, skilled labor shortages, and fluctuating raw material costs.

What developments are anticipated in the big format printing sector in Bangalore going forward?

Emerging trends include integration of AR in printed materials, increased demand for personalized printing, advancements in 3D printing, focus on sustainable solutions, and expansion into new markets like interior decor.

Conclusion: The Bright Future of Large Format Printers in Bangalore

Large Format Printings in Bangalore are poised for significant growth as the city expands and evolves. With technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and diverse applications, the industry is set for innovation. These printings will remain crucial in shaping Bangalore's visual landscape across advertising, retail, technology, and art sectors, providing businesses with powerful tools for communication and brand visibility in India's Silicon Valley.

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Immersive Viewing Experience through Our LFD WALLS – At Few of Our Recent Events

An LFD is typically a display product that has been built specifically for professional environments to deliver content to a wide audience, such as digital signage. This is distinguished from small format displays such as desktop monitors that are used for personal interaction.

Important features and specifications to consider in LFD Wall :

Size : The size chosen should be correct for the application and environment, taking into consideration factors such as viewing distance and readability as well as overall visual impact.

Resolution : Contributing to the overall image quality, generally the higher the resolution the better, although the native resolution of source content also needs to be considered. Higher resolution means greater detail and an improved viewing experience and is sometimes a requirement such as with medical imaging.

Brightness : The brightness of the display is increased to overcome higher levels of ambient light, however there is a trade-off between brightness, contrast and color reproduction which is important when considering brand image. The market for higher brightness displays has increased recently as advertisers attempt to attract customers from outdoor spaces such as the High Street. This allows retailers and advertisers to replace print with digital posters and make the most of their real estate; something not possible with cost effective alternatives such as projection.

Color : There is a natural trade-off between brightness, contrast and color reproduction. As brightness increases it becomes more difficult to resolve detail in darker content and vibrant colors may wash out, becoming whiter. It’s important to note if the main function of a display is to overcome daylight conditions then being able to read images is usually more important than achieving exact color reproduction. Improvements in LED backlight technology are however dramatically reducing the trade-off so that quality in all environments can be maintained. These improvements also allow HDR standards to be implemented across the panel, so detail can be maintained in dark areas.

Connectivity : Connectivity allows devices such as laptops and video conferencing systems to interface with the display, so should be considered for both new builds and when retrofitting into a legacy environment. Rich connectivity will accommodate a range of sources and provide the ability to utilize a modern LFD even in environments that may be using an existing infrastructure.

What’s the best way to allow viewers to interact with an LFD?

Users can interact remotely with an LFD using IP asset management software. Screen mirroring also allows for peer to peer connectivity with compatible phones, tablets and laptops such as Windows 10 devices.

Touch functionality offers an additional hardware layer, allowing users to directly interact with the display through touch or a stylus device. Technologies include Infrared which is cost effective, Projective capacitive which is suitable for retail environments and In-Glass IR for natural handwriting. Touch enabled software can be pre-installed using embedded technology such as interactive whiteboard software or using a separate PC with touch interface.

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Steel Door Your Gateway to Safety and Style

Welcome to Hawaii Store, part of the PA Group of Companies headquartered in Kochi. At Hawaii Store, we take pride in offering unique collections of best quality steel doors and more to our valued customers. Our operations span across major towns in Kerala, and we are committed to delivering top-notch products and services.explore the numerous advantages of installing a top quality steel door, a choice that combines safety, style, and durability.

One of the primary benefits of installing a best quality steel door is the unmatched security it provides.quality Steel doors are renowned for their strength and resilience. They act as a robust barrier, discouraging intruders and providing peace of mind to homeowners and businesses alike. Whether you're safeguarding your residence or your commercial property, steel doors are a reliable choice for enhancing security.

top quality Steel doors are excellent insulators. They help maintain a consistent indoor temperature by preventing drafts and heat loss. This energy efficiency can lead to lower utility bills, making top quality steel doors an environmentally friendly and cost-effective choice.

best Steel doors are built to last. They are resistant to weather elements, including rain, wind, and extreme temperatures. Unlike traditional wooden doors, steel doors do not warp, crack, or rot. This durability ensures that your investment in a steel door pays off over the long term, as they require minimal maintenance and have a longer lifespan.

Unlike wooden doors that require regular painting and sealing,high quality steel doors are low-maintenance. A simple wipe-down with a damp cloth is often all that's needed to keep them looking pristine. This convenience saves you time and money in the long run.

best quality Steel doors are available in a wide range of designs and finishes, allowing you to choose a style that complements your property's aesthetics. Whether you prefer a classic, modern, or custom look, top quality steel doors can be customized to suit your taste. Their versatility makes them a versatile choice for both residential and commercial properties.

If noise pollution is a concern, best quality steel doors can provide sound insulation benefits. They help reduce outside noise, creating a quieter and more peaceful indoor environment.

best quality Steel doors are inherently fire-resistant. In the event of a fire, they can help contain the flames and prevent the rapid spread of fire throughout your property. This feature is crucial for ensuring the safety of occupants and protecting valuable assets.

Installing best quality steel doors can enhance the value of your property. Potential buyers and renters are often attracted to the security, durability, and aesthetic appeal that best quality steel doors offer, making your property more appealing in the real estate market.

At Hawaii Store, we understand the importance of quality and excellence in the products we offer. Our best quality steel doors are crafted with precision and backed by our commitment to customer satisfaction. We ensure not only the delivery of top-quality steel doors but also provide professional installation and after-sale services to meet your specific needs.

The PA Group of Companies, to which Hawaii Store belongs, is dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across various industries, including the LED Display Industry, Virtual Studio, Digital Ads, Events industry, Steel doors and window manufacturing industries, Water solutions, and the Food Industry. Our values drive our growth, and we strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and business excellence.

choosing to install a best quality steel door from Hawaii Store is a decision that combines style, security, durability, and value. Enhance the safety and aesthetics of your property with our exquisite collection of best quality steel doors. Contact us today to explore our range of best quality steel doors and experience the difference they can make for your home or business in Kerala.

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Maximizing Tenant Retention Strategies in the Commercial Real Estate Sector

It takes more than simply turning over the walls, windows, and other structural components of office buildings. Rather, the focus is on designing and establishing a long-term rental space that fosters tenant retention. If you own or manage an office property, you are aware that having contented tenants is essential to your business's success. Tenants of today want a full experience rather than just a space. They desire an environment that is conducive to their success, both in terms of community-building activities and relationships with building managers.

The results highlight how poor facilities management can have a big impact on visitors' experiences at the border, even in cases where there is no immediate harm or injury. Renters of today want a full experience, not just a location. A property with well-rounded amenities is everything that matters in the post-COVID-19 era, from interactions with building management to community-building initiatives.

This article will offer insights on important tactics to increase tenant retention and make your business property stand out from the competition. Gain a competitive advantage over others by learning how to manage your property. Let's examine the top strategies that will boost your turnover while also producing rental homes that appeal to tenants, turning your asset into a sought-after gem in the thriving commercial real estate market.

Tenant Retention and Attraction Strategies in Commercial Real Estate

These are a few commercial real estate tactics to assist you attract in and also aids in tenant retention:

1. Offer a positive and motivating commercial real estate:

When tenants walk into your business space, they are searching for a culture that will inspire them to work as hard as possible and let go of their worries. They are not just looking for an address. At this point, thoughtful features and services become crucial because they may really make a building stand out—they're not simply extras.

For instance, having a fitness centre inside the building invites people to lead healthy lives and is more than just a place to work out. This may draw in professionals who value wellbeing and are drawn to these kinds of establishments. Furthermore, collaborative and creative shared workspaces are innovation hotspots as well as desks.

This claim is supported by an NAIOP study done during the post-corona period, which shows that lessees are prioritising quantity over quality now that office activity is resumed. Instead of smaller areas with fewer amenities, businesses would prefer smaller spaces in modern, conveniently situated buildings with amenities that will pull employees in and boost productivity. In commercial real estate, it seems sense that well-thought-out amenities would maximise tenant satisfaction and accelerate tenant retention.

For example, intelligent buildings have systems that allow the temperature and lighting to be changed based on the preferences of the occupants. They also provide lightning-fast high-speed internet and cutting-edge security technologies to ensure the residents' safety. It's more important to increase convenience and efficiency than it is to focus just on technology.

2. Sustain environmental and productive commercial real estate:

It is vitally important to display badges certifying sustainability in the context of commercial real estate. These certifications, like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), demonstrate a real commitment to sustainable practices rather than merely being fancy words. They showcase the LED lighting, waste reduction initiatives, energy-efficient technologies, and carbon footprint reduction measures implemented by your facility. These activities go beyond maximising revenue and demonstrating to potential tenants that your facility is environmentally conscious.

Tenants of today also want to be a part of something significant and are aware of their impact on the environment. Your building can connect with people and appeal to their ideals by implementing eco-friendly measures. In addition to helping your facility stand out, green initiatives can increase occupancy rates, rentals, tenant retention, and overall value. 89% of "leading" occupiers have carbon emissions reporting that is routinely shared externally, according to research by the UK-based company JLL. Such reporting may have an impact on prospective renters' decisions and commercial real estate preferences.

Therefore, it is crucial to understand that designing a workspace that promotes productivity and is environmentally friendly is not just a trend but also a winning strategy that makes your building a desirable home for businesses that care about the planet and their future. This is especially true if you want to attract and retain commercial real estate tenants.

3. Design flexible and customizable commercial real estate, office spaces:

Tenants in today's corporate environment need a workspace that suits their tastes and work schedules. At the touch of a button, picture an office floor that seamlessly transitions from cosy work areas to a communal brainstorming hub. This degree of adaptability is comparable to having a room that is as nimble as your reliable yoga teacher.

Additionally, tenants may easily design their ideal work arrangement thanks to adjustable floor plans that can be easily rearranged and altered to suit their unique demands. Furthermore, there are numerous benefits to having such flexible work arrangements.

Tenant communities can be developed by providing tailored solutions to meet their various demands. A software business, for example, would need a quiet location for brainstorming meetings and an open area for coding marathons. You can build a devoted tenant base that views you as more than just a space supplier when you can offer such customised solutions.

Thus, it is critical to realise that your success in the fiercely competitive commercial real estate market depends on more than just providing space if you want to stay ahead of the curve.

4. Invest in engaging and understanding commercial real estate tenants:

Have you ever had a satisfying chat that made your day better? View your commercial real estate tenants as insightful discussion partners and regard your interactions with them as a chance to build a deep connection. Keeping lines of communication open is essential to this connection since it shows your tenants that you respect and appreciate what they have to say.

Tenants will be happier and more devoted if you actively seek out their input and demonstrate your commitment to making their stay better. Another great method to establish a feeling of community among your renters and improve their satisfaction and retention is to host activities for them.

Involvement from your tenants not only makes them happy, but it also increases the value of your property in the real estate market. Building relationships is something you prioritise, and it makes your home more appealing to potential tenants. Thus, making an investment in tenant engagement and happiness can be a critical first step in obtaining a profitable return on investment.

5. Make your commercial real estate space technically smart:

Convenience is one of the main ways that tech-enabled buildings promote tenant happiness. Keyless entry systems and digital locks do away with the inconvenience of carrying physical keys and the worry of locking oneself out. Intelligent package delivery systems also guarantee timely and safe delivery of packages to renters. 

Security is also another important advantage. Tenants feel safer and may rest easy with the help of sophisticated monitoring systems that include sensors, smart cameras, and automated access restrictions. To further improve security, smart alarms and intrusion detection systems send out real-time alerts to property management and tenants.

These structures also encourage energy saving by automating lights and installing smart thermostats. Renters can save their energy use and utility costs by using remote controls to manage their lights, heating, and cooling. Real-time detection of leaks and HVAC problems by IoT sensors speeds up maintenance and repair procedures. Tenant satisfaction is raised when maintenance requests are handled promptly.

Through tenant portals and applications, tech-enabled buildings with sufficient management systems facilitate community participation by facilitating simple communication with property management, issue reporting, and access to vital information. These platforms facilitate the reservation of amenities such as fitness centres and event rooms, thereby fostering a feeling of community.

Commercial real estate property managers can oversee different components of the building remotely and react quickly to problems thanks to remote management capabilities. As a result, fewer employees are needed on-site. Additionally, tech-enabled buildings integrate features like emergency communication and early warning notifications to improve tenant safety, making them more resilient and prepared for disasters.

And lastly, these structures are flexible and forward-thinking. When a commercial real estate adopts new technologies, its tenants are more likely to stay and benefit from the most recent developments.

Conclusion

In the end, the message is very clear: maintaining and improving commercial real estate tenant satisfaction are essential to a successful business property, not merely trendy terms. You can create an environment that appeals to commercial real estate tenants by putting these techniques into practice along with an effective facility management app, which will turn your property into a highly sought-after gem in the retail real estate market. Beyond just offering space, your success is in creating a unique, engaging tenant experience that makes you stand out from the competition.

For additional information on offering your commercial real estate  clients a state-of-the-art experience, send us an email or visit www.boardwalkindia.com.

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The Power of UV Digital Printing Signage and Metal Backlight Signage Boards

In today's competitive market, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to grab the attention of their target audience. One highly effective method that has emerged in recent years is the utilization of UV digital printing signage and metal backlight signage boards. These cutting-edge technologies offer businesses a unique opportunity to enhance their brand visibility and leave a lasting impression on potential customers. Let's delve into the remarkable benefits and applications of these signage solutions.

Enhancing Brand Visibility with UV Digital Printing Signage

UV Digital Printing Signage is revolutionizing the way businesses communicate with their audience. Utilizing advanced UV printing technology, these signs boast unparalleled clarity, vibrancy, and durability. Whether used for outdoor advertising, retail displays, or interior décor, UV digital printing signage commands attention and elevates brand presence.

Key Advantages of UV Digital Printing Signage:

1. Exceptional Image Quality: UV printing delivers stunning graphics and sharp text, ensuring that your message is conveyed with utmost clarity.

2. Versatility: From banners and posters to vehicle wraps and window graphics, UV digital printing can be applied to a wide range of materials, including wood, metal, acrylic, and more.

3. Longevity: UV-cured inks are resistant to fading and scratching, ensuring that your signage maintains its brilliance even in harsh outdoor environments.

4. Quick Turnaround: With rapid curing times, UV printing enables fast production, allowing businesses to meet tight deadlines and capitalize on time-sensitive promotions.

Illuminating Your Brand with Metal Backlight Signage Boards

In the realm of visual marketing, Metal Backlight Signage Boards stand out as a sophisticated and attention-grabbing solution. These illuminated signs combine the timeless elegance of metal craftsmanship with cutting-edge LED backlighting technology, creating a captivating visual experience that captivates viewers day and night.

Advantages of Metal Backlight Signage Boards:

1. Striking Aesthetics: The sleek, metallic finish exudes professionalism and sophistication, making a bold statement about your brand's identity.

2. Enhanced Visibility: LED backlighting ensures that your signage remains highly visible and impactful, even in low-light conditions or adverse weather.

3. Customization: From size and shape to color and illumination effects, metal backlight signage boards offer endless customization options to suit your brand's unique aesthetic and messaging requirements.

4. Durability: Crafted from high-quality metals such as aluminum or stainless steel, these signage solutions are built to withstand the elements and maintain their allure for years to come.

Applications Across Industries

The versatility and effectiveness of UV digital printing signage and metal backlight signage boards make them indispensable assets across various industries:

• Retail: Grab attention with vibrant window displays, promotional banners, and in-store signage that drive foot traffic and boost sales.

• Hospitality: Create memorable guest experiences with branded décor, directional signage, and illuminated displays that elevate the ambiance of hotels, restaurants, and event venues.

• Real Estate: Showcase properties in their best light with eye-catching yard signs, building wraps, and directional signage that attract potential buyers and tenants.

• Corporate: Reinforce brand identity and corporate messaging with sleek lobby displays, office signage, and dimensional logos that leave a lasting impression on clients and employees alike.

Conclusion

In an era where visual communication reigns supreme, investing in UV digital printing signage and metal backlight signage boards is a strategic decision that can yield significant returns for your business. By leveraging the power of these innovative signage solutions, you can enhance brand visibility, engage your target audience, and stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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Enhancing Workspaces: Transforming Commercial Office Spaces in Thane with Inspiring Interior Designs

Introduction

In the bustling city of Thane, businesses are thriving and the demand for exceptional commercial office spaces is on the rise. With the perfect blend of connectivity and development, Thane has emerged as a prominent hub for various industries. As companies seek spaces that align with their brand identity and promote productivity, the significance of well-crafted office interior designs cannot be overlooked. In this article, we delve into the crucial role of office interior design in shaping modern workspaces within Thane's commercial landscape.

The Power of a Thoughtfully Designed Office Space

An office is more than just a place where work happens; it is a reflection of a company's ethos and a catalyst for creativity and collaboration. A well-designed office space can have a profound impact on employees' motivation, satisfaction, and overall well-being. Businesses operating in Thane are increasingly realising the potential of creating environments that inspire and invigorate their teams.

Elements of Effective Office Interior Design

Space Planning: One of the primary considerations in office interior design is optimising the available space. Efficient space planning ensures that the office layout is functional and adaptable to the needs of the business. In Thane, where commercial real estate comes at a premium, maximising space utilisation is essential.

Lighting: Natural light and well-designed artificial lighting play a pivotal role in setting the ambiance of an office. With Thane's dynamic weather conditions, harnessing natural light through strategic placement of windows and open spaces can create a positive atmosphere. Thoughtful lighting solutions also enhance the aesthetics and functionality of the workspace.

Colour Palette: Colours have the ability to influence emotions and behaviour. Offices in Thane are embracing a variety of colour palettes that resonate with their brand identity while promoting a sense of tranquillity and focus. Earthy tones combined with vibrant accents are popular choices, creating a balance between energy and calm.

Furniture and Layout: Comfortable and ergonomic furniture is integral to maintaining a productive workforce. Collaborative spaces, breakout areas, and flexible seating arrangements are trends gaining traction in Thane's commercial office spaces. Such designs facilitate communication and teamwork.

Branding and Identity: Offices are a canvas for a company's branding. From logo displays to thematic designs that echo the company's values, weaving branding elements into the office space is a way to foster a sense of belonging among employees.

Biophilic Design: Bringing elements of nature indoors through the use of plants, natural materials, and organic shapes can have a positive impact on employee well-being. Thane's green surroundings provide ample inspiration for integrating biophilic design principles into office interiors.

Adapting to the Future: Hybrid Work Environments

The global shift towards hybrid work models has also influenced office interior design in Thane. The need for spaces that accommodate both in-person and remote collaboration has led to the creation of versatile layouts. Flexibility, technology integration, and acoustics are now at the forefront of design considerations, ensuring seamless communication between on-site and remote teams.

Collaborating with Professional Designers

While the importance of office interior design is evident, partnering with experienced interior designers is key to achieving a successful transformation. Thane boasts a range of skilled designers who understand the local culture, climate, and the unique needs of businesses in the area. Collaborating with such experts can streamline the design process and result in spaces that are both functional and visually appealing.

Conclusion

In the thriving business landscape of Thane, commercial office spaces are not merely functional units; they are strategic assets that contribute to a company's success. A well-executed office interior design can foster innovation, boost productivity, and create a positive work environment. As Thane continues to evolve, businesses investing in thoughtful interior designs are not only enhancing their physical spaces but also nurturing a culture of excellence and creativity. 

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‘Bastion Of The Super-Rich’: Inside A New York Billionaire’s Private Museum

A collection of art, featuring pieces by Picasso, Lichtenstein and Cézanne, has been kept secret for years but for select members of the public, the door is slowly being opened

— Francesca Carington in New York | Tuesday 11 July 2023

Paul Cézanne: L’Oncle Dominique coiffé d’un turban (ca 1866); Still Life: Lilacs (ca 1886); Vue prise de l’atelier des Lauves (1902-1906); Route tournante (1890-95); Route en sous-bois (1890). Jean Dubuffet: Les Deux Brigands (1944) © 2023 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris. Wang Ziwei: Hopeless Miss Revolution (2003) © Wang Ziwei. Roy Lichtenstein: Girl in a Mirror (1964) © Estate of Roy Lichtenstein. Henri Matisse: Le Jeune Marin I (1906) © 2023 Succession H Matisse / ARS, New York. Photograph: Bonnie H Morrison

It was Fleet Week in New York City, and something unusual was taking place on Billionaires’ Row. At 9 West 57th Street, an elegant black sloping skyscraper towering over the Plaza hotel and the half-dozen sailors congregated outside, 20 people were ushered into a small, glass-fronted gallery on the ground floor. A ferocious crimson Basquiat greeted them, along with a monochrome Kline and a serene Henry Moore – works collected by the building’s late owner, the real estate mogul Sheldon Solow.

The exhibition’s curator, Joseph Henry, silenced the excitable group. “You are the absolute first members of the public to come on a public tour,” he said, standing beneath an Alexander Calder mobile.

Under the watchful gaze of three sentinel security guards, Henry led the group on a swift, authoritative tour of the works he had brought together: a quartet of Cézannes, smudged in delicate blue and green; an angular mask carved by the Dan people of Ivory Coast, hanging next to a complementarily geometric Picasso; two Giacometti portraits with cockroach-coloured faces; three Miró dream paintings; a somewhat dingy Van Gogh. The tour ended after 35 minutes precisely, and a distinguished-looking gentleman with a Strand Bookstore bag asked: “So why were you closed for so long?”

“Closed for so long” implies the gallery was once open. It wasn’t. For years, the art could be glimpsed only from outside, beyond the glare of the windows. The collection, amassed by Solow, who died in 2020 aged 92 and worth $4.4bn, is conservatively valued at $500m. And while the majority of works were privately owned by Solow – and now by his son, Stefan Soloviev (who uses the pre-Ellis Island version of the family name) – a dozen or so of them are held by a tax-exempt non-profit called the Soloviev Foundation.

Set up by Solow in 1991 as the Solow Art and Architecture Foundation (and since renamed by his son), the non-profit describes its charitable activities in its tax filings: “The foundation maintains and displays artwork for exhibition to the public at the 9 West 57th Street, New York building.” While the gift of artworks like Matisse’s Acrobats (which is worth $30m) and Van Gogh’s Coal Barges ($50m) to the foundation entitled Solow to certain tax write-offs, they were not readily accessible to the public.

The Solow building in Manhattan. Photograph: lm_photography/Alamo

This completely legal set-up caught the eye of Ethan Arnheim, a Washington-based international development consultant, who created a parody website drawing attention to the foundation’s tax status and inaccessibility in 2017. He was outraged, but also, he said, hoped to “alert people to the fact that … you can do this questionable practice under current code”. A few of the artworks were technically on “public” display in the office building’s lobby (hardly an art-world destination) and some were lent to museums, such as the Botticelli sold in 2021 for $92m (which spent many years at the Met) or a Miró triptych, which went to the Tate Modern in 2011. Although, as Arnheim pointed out, lending to museums is a common practice among collectors, since it increases the value of the works.

There are plenty of examples of art foundations that work well as private museums, such as Glenstone in Washington DC, the Broad in LA and the Rubell museums in Miami and DC. And there are plenty of generous patrons of the arts, like the Lauders or the Rockefellers, in New York City, said Robert Storr, former senior curator of painting and sculpture at MoMA and one-time holder of a professorship at NYU endowed by Sheldon Solow. (The foundation has made a number of large donations over the years, including gifts to NYU, $3m to the University of Rhode Island and, recently, $400,000 to another family-run non-profit, the Soloviev American Russian Cultural Foundation.)

But according to Storr, “the idea of a private museum is kind of an oxymoron, because a museum is a public space.” A museum does not exist in isolation, but rather in dialogue with its visitors, with its own collection and with the society it serves. Most of all, Storr emphasised, a museum is accessible: “A museum is its collection. If you can’t get to that collection, there is no museum.”

Private museums have come under scrutiny in the past, most notably in 2015, when the Republican senator Orrin Hatch led an inquiry into 11 tax-exempt private museums (the Solow Foundation was not one of them). Hatch concluded in a letter to the IRS: “Despite the good work that is being done by many private museums, I remain concerned that this area of our tax code is ripe for exploitation.” A Republican tax bill proposed a rule compelling private museums to be open a minimum of 1,000 hours a year, but it was not enacted.

The curdling of art into an asset class began some time ago, but such behaviour by the wealthy only crystallises the social stratification of the art world: “A lot of art is seen as esoteric and highbrow and inaccessible, and this behaviour only serves to reinforce that view,” said Arnheim. “Less people are going to want to go to museums when they can’t even get into museums and it’s perceived as just the bastion of the super-rich.”

Could some kind of democratisation be under way at 9 West 57th Street with the changing of the guard? Michael Hershman, CEO of the Soloviev Group, wrote in an email: “The reason for opening the collection to the public is social responsibility. It is a wonderful collection, and we want to share it with the public.” The opening was not, he added, “in any way driven by past criticism”, and the decision was taken by Stefan Soloviev.

Soloviev is no typical billionaire. The tattooed 47-year-old with a boyish undercut has 22 children. His fractious relationship with his father led him to move out west, where he built an agricultural empire that now places him among the top 30 largest landowners in the US.

Soloviev was not present at the opening, though Hershman was, smiling beatifically as he spoke to curious visitors. He was animated, but vague, as he spoke of the gallery’s future. “We’re in the process of sticking our toe in the water, if you like. Before we decide what to do next.” The gallery is undertaking something of a soft opening to the public, beginning with four tours a month, and the website gestures towards nebulous plans for an “expansion” in due course. (The Soloviev Group is one of several developers bidding for one of New York City’s three soon-to-be-granted casino licences. Its proposal, called “Freedom Plaza”, would develop a 6.7-acre plot of land by the United Nations, and includes a hotel, four acres of green space and a museum.)

Alexej von Jawlensky: Still-Life with Flowers and Oranges (c 1909) © 2023 ARS, New York. Cy Twombly: Untitled (1961) © Cy Twombly Foundation. Joan Miró: Composition (1926) © Successió Miró / ARS, New York / ADAGP, Paris 2023; Peinture (1927) © Successió Miró / ARS, New York / ADAGP, Paris 2023; Paysage animé (1935) © Successió Miró / ARS, New York / ADAGP, Paris 2023. Jean Dubuffet: Henri Calet Costume Rouge 1947 © 2023 ARS, New York / ADAGP, Paris; Le Jongleur 1944 © 2023 ARS, New York / ADAGP, Paris. Alberto Giacometti: Caroline in a Red Dress (1965) © Succession Alberto Giacometti / ARS, NY 2023; Portrait of Yanaihara (1960-62), © Succession Alberto Giacometti / ARS, NY 2023. Photograph: Bonnie H Morrison

For now, however, the gallery is open to whichever 20 lucky punters manage to score a spot on a tour. Vagueness aside, Arnheim is optimistic about the opening. “I don’t understand what their strategy is. But in the end, they’re doing the right thing, and that’s what’s important.”

For Storr, however, a few days a month is not good enough. “It’s grudging – you need to make a place where people feel comfortable coming in, and I know that many people feel uncomfortable even going to the galleries, which are free.” Indeed, the intrigue surrounding the collection as the result of its previous exclusivity may serve to further entrench a perception of art by well-loved artists as trophy collectibles for tycoons, rather than magnificent works for the city to revel in. Or, as Storr puts it, “just expensive things that somebody else owns and you get a chance to see”.

The reaction to the gallery’s opening on New York’s gallery circuit has been more ambivalent. Some stuck up their noses at its office-building location; some hadn’t even heard about it. For others, a lack of enthusiasm had more to do with the competition than the quality of the collection itself. As Ray Waterhouse, co-owner of the Upper East Side gallery Waterhouse & Dodd, pointed out, the city’s museums are stuffed with fabulous paintings. “So it’s somewhat irrelevant to the New York art landscape,” he said. “I’m not saying it’s not worthy.”

The art world has moved on from Solow’s mid-century taste. But there’s a value to the (intermittent) opening of a small, manageable collection of crowd-pleasers around the corner from MoMA and its long queues. With dynamic curation and a dramatic increase in the number of hours it’s open, the Soloviev gallery could come to be known for the quality of the art it houses rather than for its inaccessibility. As for the social barriers carefully built up by the collection habits of the international super-rich – that damage might take longer to unpick.

Not least in New York City, the art world’s financial capital. The tour ended with a glass of champagne in the building’s swanky subterranean restaurant, Cucina 8½. Afterward, I made my way past Bergdorf Goodman to the 59th Street subway station, where a man sat on the steps with a box of pastels and a cardboard sign which read: “Artist in need.”

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