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jgthirlwell · 4 months ago

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Top 10 Cats 2024

Top 10 Cats 2024

by Dora Blount

Scratch and Sniff, Brooklyn Scratch and Sniff, world’s best cats, had an exciting year. They moved to new digs for the first time since being adopted. They weren’t too sure about it at first- there were a lot of new noises to get used to. But now they love it, they can spread out more, there are a variety of spaces for hanging out, hiding or sleeping, windows to look out of, and sun beams to catch all day.

Sir Indiana Bones, Skulls Unlimited International, Oklahoma City,OK Sir Indiana Bones is a superstar black cat with 74k followers on Instagram. He lives in the office behind the Museum of Osteology on the outskirts of Oklahoma City. He has a line of merch available in the museum gift shop and his own page on their website. We were lucky that he was receiving visitors when we stopped by and we got to go to the back and meet him. We signed his visitor log and he gave us two buttons! Thank you for your service, Sir Indiana Bones.

Little One (Losash), East Village, Manhattan The kitten formerly known as Losash, now referred to as “little one,” is a Devon Rex who came from Russia with his own passport and a stylish wardrobe, though his true origin may be an unknown dimension or galaxy in another universe. He now lives in the East Village but doesn’t have a proper name yet. According to Wikipedia, the Devon Rex is a “tall-eared, short-haired breed of cat that emerged in England during the late 1950s.” The breed is known for its atypical appearance, with an oddly shaped head, large eyes, and a short, wavy coat with whiskers and eyebrows that are crinkled and twisted. He’s a cool little alien dude.

Flower Market Cats, Marché aux Fleurs, Paris This charming and beautiful flower market has been located on the Ile de la Cité for over 100 years. Among the market’s wrought iron and glass pavilions, and abundance of flowers and plants and good smells, we found two cats in one of the shops.

Alice, Le Petit Prince Store, Paris We happened upon Le Petit Prince store in the Latin Quarter, stopped in to check it out, and were delighted to discover the shop cat Alice on her chair! Even though a fox, not a cat, is a character in the Little Prince, Alice is very good a reminder of the book’s themes of unconditional love and the preciousness of friendship. The velvet chair is appropriately regal for Alice.

Dove, Brooklyn Cat Café, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn The Brooklyn Cat Café is a volunteer-run storefront providing cat interaction, as well as coffee, tea, and snacks. All the cats are available for adoption so the cat distribution system can work efficiently.

Harmonica, Health Food and Vitamin City, Chelsea, Manhattan Harmonica is the Queen of 23rd Street. Enough said.

Zuzu & Winston, Kansas City, KS Zuzu (charming ginger tabby) and Winston (gray beauty) are Kansas City kitties who live in a picturesque Victorian gothic manor high on a hill overlooking Downtown KC.

Smokey, Treasures and Books, Guthrie, OK Smokey manages the Treasures and Books antique store in downtown Guthrie, Oklahoma. Smokey is long-haired chocolate-colored beauty with a lion’s mane who likes to catch sun beams in the storefront window. She came in off the street as a little lonely kitten on a cold day in 2018 and the kind owner of the store took her in and helped her learn to trust people. Now she lives a comfortable life where she is very loved and treasured.

Siete & Nueve, Marvel Design Studio Annex, Tribeca, Manhattan Siete (tabby) and Nueve (black) live in Marvel’s studio annex space in Tribeca. They are two amusing rescue cats who enjoy corporate sabotage and office hijinks. They bring a refreshing element of chaos to otherwise staid professional meetings, of which I approve. Marvel is an architectural and urban design studio based in New York and San Juan that designed the new Animal Care Centers of NYC adoption, clinic, and office facility in the Bronx, currently in construction. So Marvel is doing good work for animals at both the micro and regional scales. Thanks Marvel!

#cats #dora blount #best cats #felines

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wall-e-2008 · 3 months ago

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New Wall-E themed loungefly backpack and matching wallet! 🌱🩵

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fullcupofstyle · 1 year ago

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kammartinez · 2 years ago

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When Roxy Music was recording “Street Life” for the 1973 album Stranded, they hung a mic out the window of AIR Studios above Oxford Street, but they didn’t like the results and they ended up mixing in the sounds of a Moroccan market instead. As “Street Life” begins, we hear traffic amid four haunting chords and a shimmering hi-hat rhythm, and then Bryan Ferry belts out that he wishes everyone would leave him alone. He goes out for a walk. “Each verse seems to have its own character,” he later said, “like blocks on a street.” A fan since my youth of early Roxy Music, I still hear that song’s ethereal city vibe when I, too, wish everyone would leave me alone and, like Bryan, hit the streets.

If I go left, heading into what I think of as downtown Echo Park, I glimpse the green folds of the Angeles Crest as I pass Craftsman and Victorian houses and courtyard bungalows. I turn onto Sunset Boulevard, passing barber shops, burger stands, bookstores, and botanicas. I can get my knives sharpened and my shoes repaired, shop for groceries, eat eighty different kinds of food. The streets are full of people of all kinds, even as Echo Park comes twentieth in a walkability ranking of L.A. neighborhoods, according to some website. MacArthur Park, which is more population-dense than parts of Manhattan, ranks higher, as does Hollywood. But here I have the option of avoiding commerce by going three blocks north to the park, where I can walk miles of shaded trails. Or stroll my little residential enclave, where people are sitting on their stoops, a guy is working on his ’68 Camaro, trees are heavy with citrus, softball-size dragon fruits shine redly through a fence. I can walk to Echo Park Lake, due west, entirely through an alleyway, where among overgrown fig trees and sidewalk pulverized to dirt you might think you were in some Mississippi backwater Barry Hannah was describing, but you’re parallel and just behind Sunset. At the lakefront are picnickers, food carts, fishermen creating what my son refers to as “pressure on the lake.” One day I watch a guy and girl furtively produce a pristine white duck from a knapsack and release it. They’ve clearly just bought the thing at a live-poultry shop and are trying to rewild it among the mallards and grebes, but the mission seems also to be a form of courtship.

On these walks, minutes from home, I am certain that Los Angeles, which I moved to from New York twenty years ago, is the most beautiful city in the world (and yes, I have seen the world). But that’s only if I go west or north or south. If I head east, toward downtown, 1.5 miles away, my booster talk ebbs. It’s freeway overpasses, empty lots, and fortress-like buildings, a dead zone.

I should be able to walk to the opera house, Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Broad, the Bradbury Building, or City Hall, to the grand old theaters on Main Street, the jewelry district, Union Station. To Philippe the Original on Alameda, a hundred-year-old deli where undertakers from the nearby mortuaries park their hearses and stop in for a sandwich. To the new Frank Gehry building on Grand, across from my son’s music school. (Late in life, Gehry now seems to believe in design that prioritizes not postmodern showiness but plazas and shade and places for the passerby to sit.) But to get to the pedestrian-friendly world downtown involves several blocks of monolithic residential architecture along freeways, all by the same developer, inward-facing buildings with dark and empty storefronts, bunker parking, and sky bridges. The tenants of these places don’t have to ever step foot on the street. I’ve heard they are mostly USC students, but you don’t see them. The only people I might encounter are unhoused individuals, and those in this particular area often appear to be in severe mental crisis, as they linger beyond buildings that are as obdurate and closed as medieval armories.

Dubbed the Renaissance Collection, these buildings form a plaque that separates the people of Echo Park from downtown L.A. They were built by Geoffrey Palmer, a little man who resembles a ventriloquist’s dummy and is gifted at making enemies. Palmer buys up forlorn and odd plots alongside freeways, where he builds his “Italianate” developments, as Italian as leatherette is leather, but less charming. In 1973, the artist Gordon Matta-Clark purchased random little slices of land around New York City for a conceptual art project he titled Fake Estates. Perhaps the unsavory parcels that Palmer acquires would remain similarly conceptual were it not for the very real fake estates he builds on them. This is his own defense—that he’s building where no one else dares—but he seems to take almost libidinal satisfaction in perching rows of apartment balconies over the 110–101 freeway interchange. The off-white stucco exteriors of his buildings are coated with soot within days of completion. In 2003, he illegally bulldozed the last Victorian of Bunker Hill while building the Orsini, a few blocks from my house. Palmer is vehemently opposed to affordable housing and has spent tens of millions on lawsuits and ballot measures to ensure that he won’t have to build any. He recently settled a class-action suit over systematically keeping tenants’ security deposits. One of Trump’s biggest donors, he has bragged that his company hasn’t paid federal taxes in thirty years. In the fall of 2014, a fire was deliberately started in Palmer’s half-built and wood-framed Da Vinci, a block down from the Orsini. Flames shot higher than many buildings downtown, stretched a city block, melted freeway signs, and cracked one hundred and sixty windows in the iconic John Ferraro Building, headquarters of Water and Power. The consensus among architects, residents, and journalists was that almost anyone could have started the fire, given how many people hate Palmer. City commissioners joked, in a planning meeting, that they sure hoped everyone present had an alibi. The city sued Palmer for the reckless conditions that allowed the blaze to grow so large. The person who started it was caught and sentenced to prison. He supposedly did it for Michael Brown, to protest the police killings of unarmed black men. No one was hurt. The Da Vinci was promptly rebuilt.

“Why is Everything So Ugly?” wondered a recent editorial in n+1. The editors structured their thoughts on the subject around a Situationist-style dérive they take through New York City. They begin by pondering a new condominium tower limply called the Josh, which has been erected in place of a recently demolished hundred-year-old building. The Josh, they tell us, is made of plastic, concrete, and “an obscure wood-like substance”—materials that have been chosen not for quality and beauty but on the basis of global supply-chain availability, a cookie-cutter design review process, and a cost-saving preference for semi-skilled labor. The Josh is already looking shabby at five months old. When it rains, its façade gets “conspicuously . . . wet.” Their dérive continues past more than one Bank of America, alongside a vape shop, and into a theater, where a shitty franchise based on a TV show of a comic book is playing. After the movie, there’s a run-in with blindingly bright LED lights, resulting in a visit to urgent care.

Google reveals that the building the editors are calling the Josh is actually the Greenpoint—located, as you might guess, in Greenpoint, Brooklyn—but the Josh does more work to illustrate certain ideas than the real name might. I think I know eighteen Joshes. No offense to any of them; I too have a common name and would wager the Josh could have been called the Rachel in the blink of an eye. Still, the Josh has a certain sound when isolated as a branding mechanism, with its soft landing into sshh, whether put to service selling wine or machines for living. I chuckled about the Josh. It, or he, made me think of that guy Tom from MySpace, everyone’s first friend. I imagined Tom living at the Josh, enjoying an industrial salad at a particle-board table. But names are merely symptoms. They are not the cause of “the violence of the new ugliness” that the n+1 editors ponder. Branding arises from standardization. If the things that are made are more or less the same, difference itself must be manufactured.

The Situationists first began undertaking their dérives—which means to drift, to walk without a fixed plan—in response to a rail strike. Guy Debord and others tumbled drunkenly through the night, walking or hitchhiking, and found that the new routes they forged promised a change of orientation, a new outlook. In Debord’s autobiographical Panegyric, at a point in his life when he had lost hope in the city and headed for the hills, he regrets that a “flood of destruction, pollution, and falsification had conquered the whole surface of the planet, as well as pouring down nearly to its very depths.” (Had Debord, too, noticed how wet the Josh was looking?) Five years later he shot himself in the heart. It wasn’t just that everything was ugly and the revolution stalled, if not foreclosed. Alcohol had done him in.

I decided, on a recent afternoon, to conduct my own dérive, straight into the morass between my street and downtown. I left the house, took a right, another right, and then a left over the 101 freeway. If this overpass could talk, I thought. It might tell of the many women and the many nights of flinty bargains with men in cars. By daylight, it was empty. I turned left onto Temple Street, passing a hotel that abuts the 101, and a sun-blasted bus stop where my kid was let off in grade school, and from which he began conducting his own dérives. This block of Temple has a bakery, a liquor store, and until recently, D’Bongo Party Supplies, then falls into a post-human stretch: there is a tow yard, a recycling center, a cul de sac against the freeway where there was a tent encampment until it burned, and a huge and empty bus yard. That’s all on one side of the street. On the other is the massive retaining wall of a high school baseball diamond. The reason there is open land here, greenery, even if it’s chemically treated monograss beyond chain-link, is that this was an oil field, and it isn’t safe to put up buildings. (What look like lampposts around the field are actually vents that allow methane gases to escape.)

Beyond the baseball/methane field, I pass our own version of the Josh, but it’s called the Charlie. The Charlie is new. There used to be an auto repair and car wash here that was run by a family. Now there is a narrow eight-story building in “space gray” with a gaggle of red real estate balloons bobbing on the wind. I have driven past at night. The units are dark, while the Charlie’s eight-story “parking podium” glows meanly, prison-bright.

From the Charlie I cross the street toward a new Palmer monstrosity on a ten-acre site that used to be a Bank of America data center. Construction is not yet finished. The invasive palms that have been chosen as Palmer’s signature “lush Mediterranean landscaping” have just been trucked in and still have their fronds gathered into ponytails. Even with their fronds let down, they will provide no shade. There’s a giant piss-elegant fountain but it’s dry. now renting 2 months free + free parking, a big sign says. The name of this new addition to Palmer’s suite of Italianate freeway rentals is the Ferrante. Maybe the name came from his wife, a Parisian who seems a little more cultured than he is. Perhaps she’s a fan of Elena Ferrante’s books. I have no proof. I’m guessing.

We’ve been told for years now that Elena Ferrante is a fiction, a made-up name, like Tom, or the Josh. But someone is of course writing those books. Whoever they are, they’re talented, but the insistence on anonymity is starting to seem a little showy, even a bit tacky, if not as tacky as the Ferrante and its 1,150 units. I pass its blank row of street-level commercial spaces. Palmer won’t even try to rent them out. And apparently there’s no fine for leaving them empty. As an architect explained to me, he doesn’t build that income into his plans. Why should a developer care if there is street life? I turn left and walk under a highway overpass and approach the rangy back edge of our neighborhood CVS. What does CVS stand for? No one seems to know. Everything you might want to buy there is now locked up, and you have to press what feels like a panic button to get access to the shelves.

I cross through the parking lot, past a weird machine with a tower on it, flashing a blue light. This is some kind of automated security apparatus, but I’m not sure how it works. A barefoot boy asks me for a light. I don’t have one, I tell him.

Remember how outraged everyone was to discover that the author JT LeRoy, supposedly an ethereal rent boy/lot lizard, was actually a middle-aged woman? They acted like this was the ultimate con, something ugly and counterfeit masquerading as something genuine and tragic and hot. Meanwhile, Elena Ferrante is purporting to be a middle-aged woman. What if she’s a teen boy turning tricks in parking lots? I think, as I turn out of the lot and go right on Sunset.

I walk toward Palmer’s Orsini, which lines both sides of the street, all of its commercial space dark and empty and locked. There is no one here except one man in rags setting bits of trash on fire on the sidewalk. Is it Palmer’s fault that people are setting things on fire? It’s more complicated than that. But with no street activity, people act out. Or, their actions are starker, and less muted by a variety of people and vibrancies that a healthy street should reflect. At the end of this very long, sterile block is one other person, a young woman. Her arms are covered with injection scars. She seems not to notice me. She’s in a kind of Sisyphean struggle, attempting to push an e-scooter that is not activated, its wheels on lock.

The next day I drive back down this street, heading to pick up my son from music school. I spot the woman who tried to push the scooter. She’s still here, as if this bleak zone were her proving ground. Her shirt is off now, and she is throwing her half-clothed body against the brick exterior of the Orsini. But the building is constructed not to feel her, the street not to see her, and I barely see her myself, because my light is green.

While parts of the designed world might be ugly at any speed, it is only the slowness of traveling on foot that causes true discomfiture, by forcing a walker to behold, worry over, brood upon, those to whom this ugliness shouts loudest.

#essays

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switchableglass12 · 3 days ago

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What Is Electrochromic Glass? Everything You Need to Know

In the ever-evolving world of architecture and interior innovation, smart glass technology is transforming how we design and interact with spaces. Among the most exciting advancements is Electrochromic Glass — a groundbreaking solution that offers dynamic control over light and privacy. At Glasstronn, we specialize in cutting-edge glass technologies, including electrochromic smart glass that brings together aesthetics, efficiency, and convenience. If you're looking to create energy-efficient, modern spaces with customizable transparency, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know.

What Is Electrochromic Glass?

Electrochromic Glass, often referred to as electrochromic smart glass, is a type of glass that changes its tint when a small electric charge is applied. This process allows the glass to transition from clear to darkened states, offering a unique combination of privacy, glare control, and energy efficiency — all without the need for blinds or curtains.

Unlike traditional glass, which remains static, electrochromic glass is dynamic and can be controlled manually or automatically via sensors or smart home systems. At Glasstronn, we integrate this intelligent technology into residential, commercial, and industrial spaces to create adaptable environments that respond to changing light conditions in real time.

How Electrochromic Glass Works

Electrochromic glass consists of multiple layers, including a thin electrochromic coating that reacts to voltage. When an electrical charge is applied, ions move between layers, causing a change in the light absorption properties of the glass. This results in a visible shift from transparent to tinted or shaded states.

The process is completely reversible and can be fine-tuned to allow different levels of light transmission. Glasstronn’s electrochromic glass solutions are designed with durability and precision in mind, ensuring smooth transitions and long-term performance.

Key Benefits of Electrochromic Glass

Energy Efficiency

Electrochromic glass significantly reduces the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning. By controlling the amount of solar heat entering a building, it lowers cooling costs during the summer and maintains warmth in winter. Glasstronn’s smart solutions help businesses and homeowners reduce energy consumption and carbon footprints.

Glare and Light Control

Say goodbye to the inconvenience of pulling blinds every time the sun moves. With electrochromic smart glass, you can eliminate glare and harsh sunlight while still enjoying outside views. It’s ideal for office spaces, conference rooms, and home theaters.

Privacy on Demand

Need instant privacy? With a simple switch or app command, Glasstronn’s electrochromic glass can shift from transparent to opaque, making it perfect for bathrooms, meeting rooms, or even glass walls in modern homes. While not as instantly switchable as Switchable Glass, electrochromic glass offers a gradual and elegant privacy solution.

Aesthetic Appeal

Electrochromic glass contributes to sleek, modern designs. It eliminates the need for external shading devices, giving architects and designers more freedom to work with open, minimalist aesthetics. Glasstronn provides custom solutions tailored to your architectural vision.

UV Protection

Besides comfort and style, electrochromic smart glass blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays, protecting furniture, flooring, and interiors from fading — a big plus for homes, galleries, and storefronts.

Applications of Electrochromic Smart Glass

Residential Homes: Add a touch of luxury to living rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms.

Commercial Buildings: Improve energy efficiency and productivity in office spaces.

Hospitals & Healthcare: Provide privacy and comfort for patients without the need for blinds.

Retail Stores: Use dynamic tinting to highlight displays while maintaining a modern look.

Transportation: Electrochromic glass is also being adopted in car sunroofs and airplane windows.

At Glasstronn, we design and deliver tailored electrochromic smart glass systems that meet the unique requirements of each project — whether it’s a luxury villa, a tech-forward office, or a sustainable building.

Electrochromic Glass vs. Switchable Glass

While Electrochromic Glass and Switchable Glass both offer smart light and privacy control, they operate differently. Switchable Glass (also known as PDLC — Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) changes from opaque to clear almost instantly, making it ideal for privacy-focused applications. In contrast, electrochromic smart glass tints gradually, offering better energy performance and glare reduction.

At Glasstronn, we offer both technologies to give you the flexibility to choose based on your project’s needs — whether it's instant privacy or gradual tinting for energy management.

Why Choose Glasstronn?

Glasstronn is a leading name in advanced glass technology, offering high-quality electrochromic smart glass solutions built for modern architecture. Our team of experts provides end-to-end service — from consultation and design to supply and installation — ensuring seamless integration into your space. We don’t just deliver glass; we deliver innovation, comfort, and design excellence.

Whether you're constructing a new building or upgrading an existing one, Glasstronn has the smart glass solutions to elevate your project.

Conclusion

Electrochromic Glass is more than just a futuristic feature — it’s a practical, sustainable, and visually appealing solution for today’s modern spaces. Whether you’re aiming to cut energy costs, enhance privacy, or create an intelligent building, this smart glass technology is worth the investment.

Choose Glasstronn to bring innovation and sophistication to your architectural vision. With our expertise in electrochromic smart glass and Switchable Glass, we help you build smarter, greener, and more beautiful environments.

Let Glasstronn transform your space with the power of light control and modern design. Experience the future — one smart pane at a time.

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artisunindustries · 6 days ago

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A Complete Guide to Installing PU Stone Wall Panels

PU (Polyurethane) stone wall panels are quickly becoming a favorite in modern architecture and interior design due to their lightweight nature, realistic stone appearance, and easy installation. Whether you're revamping your living room, accenting a hallway, or upgrading a storefront, PU stone panels offer an ideal solution. Here's a complete guide to help you install them with confidence.

1. Prepare the Wall Surface

Ensure the wall is clean, dry, and free from dust or debris. Remove any furniture or obstacles near the installation area. If there are any cracks or holes, fill them and let them dry completely.

2. Measure and Plan Layout

Measure the wall dimensions to determine how many panels you’ll need. Lay out the panels on the floor to visualize the arrangement and decide your starting point. Mark guidelines on the wall using a level to ensure straight installation.

3. Cut Panels to Fit

Using a utility knife or fine-toothed saw, cut the panels to fit around edges, corners, or outlets. Always measure twice before cutting to ensure accuracy.

4. Apply Adhesive

Apply a generous amount of adhesive to the back of the panel using a caulking gun. Ensure even coverage to prevent air pockets. Some panels may also require additional mechanical fasteners; refer to the manufacturer's instructions.

5. Install the Panels

Press the panel firmly onto the wall, starting from the bottom corner and working your way up. Ensure each panel aligns properly with the adjacent ones. Use a level to check alignment periodically.LinkedIn+3maxon-steel.com+3futurestiles.com+3futurestiles.com

6. Finish the Installation

Once all panels are installed, fill any gaps or seams with sealant or caulk to ensure a seamless appearance. Wipe off any excess adhesive or sealant with a damp cloth. Allow the installation to cure as per the adhesive manufacturer's recommendations.

Installing PU stone wall panels is a hassle-free way to add charm, character, and texture to any space. With just a few tools and careful planning, you can transform plain walls into stunning focal points—whether it’s for your home, office, or commercial area. Their lightweight design, ease of installation, and authentic stone appearance make PU panels a smart alternative to traditional materials.

If you're looking for premium-quality PU stone wall panels, explore the wide range offered by Artisun Industries, where innovation meets elegance.

Upgrade your walls. Upgrade your space.

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daochuangwang · 1 month ago

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Proposal

1. PROJECT TITLE

Concrete Solitude

2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Concrete Solitude is a photo series that explores what it feels like to be alone in a busy city. The main subject of this project is a single person moving through New York City—on the subway, in the streets, or surrounded by tall buildings. Even though they are in public spaces full of people and noise, they feel quiet, separate, and alone.

Each photo will show small moments of stillness: standing on a subway platform, walking alone on a sidewalk, or sitting on a bench with no one around. These moments are not meant to feel sad or dramatic, but thoughtful and real. Many people in cities experience this kind of quiet disconnection, and this project wants to show that feeling through images.

The idea came from spending time in the city and observing the people around me. Especially after the pandemic, I began to notice how many people seemed lost in their own thoughts—quiet, distant, even when surrounded by crowds. These everyday moments of disconnection inspired me to capture that feeling through photography and turn it into something visual and meaningful.

This series will use natural light, soft colors, and calm compositions to create a mood of reflection. The goal is to help viewers slow down and think about the emotional side of city life—the quiet that exists inside the noise.

3. OUTCOMES

A series of 6 photographs

Shot in various NYC locations: subway, parks, sidewalks, storefronts

Size 16” x 24”

4. METHODS AND MATERIALS

Camera

Natural and urban lighting

Post-production

Tripod

Techniques that were taught in class

5. REFERENCES

Edward Hopper – Hopper’s paintings, such as Nighthawks and Morning Sun, are known for their depiction of quiet, solitary figures in urban and domestic settings. His use of light and architectural framing evokes a powerful sense of stillness and emotional distance, which inspires the mood and spatial composition of Concrete Solitude.

Philip-Lorca diCorcia – diCorcia blends documentary and cinematic techniques to isolate individuals within crowded urban environments. His work informs this project’s approach to staging emotion within public spaces, revealing the silent inner lives of people surrounded by motion.

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amajinsolution · 1 month ago

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Choosing the Right Back-End Development Services for Your Business Needs

Imagine you’ve built a stunning storefront for your business—visually appealing, easy to navigate, and inviting. But what if the doors don’t open properly, the inventory doesn’t update, and the checkout process is painfully slow? That’s exactly what happens when a business lacks a strong back-end foundation.

Back-end development is the backbone of any digital platform, ensuring seamless operations, data management, and security. Whether you’re a startup or an established business, choosing the right back-end development services can make or break your success. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to consider before making this critical decision.

Understanding Back-End Development Services

Back-end development refers to the server-side technologies that power a website or application. Unlike front-end development, which focuses on user experience, back-end development is responsible for database management, application logic, server communication, and overall performance.

Key Components of Back-End Development:

Database Management – Storing and retrieving data efficiently

Server-Side Programming – Processing user requests and delivering responses

Security & Authentication – Protecting user data from breaches

API Development – Connecting different services and applications

Performance Optimization – Ensuring smooth and fast operations

Factors to Consider When Choosing Back-End Development Services

1. Your Business Goals & Requirements

Before selecting a back-end development service, clearly define your business needs:

Are you developing an eCommerce website, SaaS product, or a mobile app?

Do you need real-time data processing?

Will your platform require high security, such as banking or healthcare applications?

Understanding these factors helps you determine the right technology stack and service provider.

2. Technology Stack & Frameworks

Different back-end technologies cater to different business requirements. Here are some popular choices:

Node.js – Ideal for real-time applications and scalable solutions

Python (Django, Flask) – Great for AI-based applications and data-driven platforms

Ruby on Rails – Best for quick development and MVPs

Java (Spring Boot) – Reliable for enterprise-level applications

PHP (Laravel, Symfony) – Suitable for web development and CMS platforms

Choose a back-end development service that specializes in your preferred technology stack.

3. Scalability & Performance

Your business will grow, and your back-end infrastructure should support that growth. Ask yourself:

Can the system handle an increase in traffic?

Is the back-end optimized for speed and performance?

Does it support cloud integration for easy scalability?

Opt for services that provide scalable solutions and performance-driven architecture.

4. Security & Data Protection

Security breaches can be devastating. Ensure that your chosen back-end service offers:

Data encryption and secure authentication

Compliance with industry standards (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)

Regular security audits and threat monitoring

A robust security framework will protect your business and customers from potential cyber threats.

5. Integration & API Support

A good back-end service should seamlessly integrate with third-party applications and services. This includes:

Payment gateways (PayPal, Stripe)

CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot)

Analytics tools (Google Analytics, Mixpanel)

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) ensure smooth communication between different platforms and services.

6. Development Team Expertise & Support

When outsourcing back-end development, consider the team’s:

Experience & Portfolio – Review past projects and case studies

Communication & Collaboration – Ensure transparent updates and feedback

Support & Maintenance – Look for long-term support for bug fixes and updates

A reliable back-end development team will save you time, money, and headaches in the long run.

Custom vs. Pre-Built Back-End Solutions

When selecting a back-end solution, you have two main options:

1. Custom Development

Pros:

Tailored to specific business needs

Offers better scalability and flexibility

Higher security and control

Cons:

Longer development time

Higher initial cost

2. Pre-Built Solutions (BaaS - Backend-as-a-Service)

Pros:

Faster deployment

Lower upfront costs

Includes built-in security features

Cons:

Limited customization

May not support all business requirements

If your business needs a unique and scalable infrastructure, custom development is the way to go. However, if you need a quick and cost-effective solution, a BaaS platform like Firebase or AWS Amplify might be a better fit.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right back-end development services is a crucial decision that can impact your business’s growth, security, and performance. By evaluating your business needs, selecting the right technology stack, and prioritizing security and scalability, you can ensure a strong foundation for your digital platform.

Whether you go for a custom-built solution or a pre-packaged backend service, always partner with experienced professionals who understand your vision. After all, a solid back-end is what keeps your business running smoothly behind the scenes.

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m3mjewels20 · 1 month ago

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How M3M Jewel’s High-Visibility Storefronts Boost Retail Sales and Brand Awareness

The store in the right place with an attractive design can bring more customers, increase sales, and make the brand more recognizable. The M3M Jewel Gurgaon, located on MG Road in sector 25, is designed to help businesses get maximum attention. Whether you are looking for retail stores, food courts, or office space, this commercial center offers a great opportunity for owners of businesses and investors.

If you are considering investing in the M3M Jewel in Gurgaon, here is how its well-placed shop windows can benefit your business.

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How highly visible shop windows help businesses grow

More customers, more sales

M3M Jewel stores have large glass fronts that naturally attract people. Because it is on MG Road - one of the busiest areas of Gurgaon - buildings get a permanent flow of visitors every day.

Encourages customers in a walk

People are more likely to enter the store when it looks pleasant. Modern design and clear displays in the M3M jewel make it easier for businesses to attract the attention of passers-by. Whether you run a clothing store, an electronics store, or a M3M jewelry restaurant, good visibility can lead to multiple customers.

Makes your brand more recognizable

A well-designed showcase makes more than looking good-helping people to remember your brand. Elegant exteriors of glass and modern architecture in the M3M Jewel businesses excel, bring repeated customers and build long -term loyalty.

The M3M Jewel Gurgaon with its main location and thoughtful design provides businesses to success.

Multiple Business Opportunities

M3M Jewel is not only retail stores. It also has office spaces and food courts, which suit various business requirements. Whether you are looking to purchase a shop or rent a commercial space, this project is flexible for investors. You can refer to the M3M Jewel brochure PDF for more information.

Well-Designed Floor Plans

Intelligent store design improves shopping convenience and experience. M3M Jewel's adaptable floor layout enables companies to make their space function according to their brand and consumers' requirements.

Strong Investment Opportunities

M3M Jewel's pricing is affordable for a desirable location. As Gurgaon's commercial market grows, early investors reap strong rental yield and long-term appreciation.

Conclusion

M3M Jewel on MG Road is a fantastic business opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors who wish to expand. Its strategic location, contemporary architecture, and high-profile storefronts make it an ideal place to succeed. Be it a shop for sale, office space, or food court investment, M3M Jewel is an intelligent decision.

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gutiarchanges · 1 month ago

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Primary Source (updated)

For my primary source I choose to visit Martin Guitar Museum. I was planning in going in person over spring break but wasn't able to get off from work. Instead, I had to take the virtual tour which can be assessed through their website which is the link provided below.

I tried to reach out to the manager for an email interview, but he never responded. It ended up all working out because the virtual tour answered some of my questions in a way.

The virtual tour is a series of 8 videos that covers each section of the museum. Some things I learned were names and dates of significant guitars released and musicians that promoted them. When you walk into the lobby of the museum you see the first display which is about Hank Williams. I learned about Hank and how he had a huge influence on the guitar community by writing country songs. His Martin guitar that he promoted was called "D-18" which was produced in 1947. The display they have of Williams actually has his guitar which they got through an auction. I thought it was very cool that they had his actual guitar because it has so much history.

Throughout the whole virtual tour, they have displays like Hank Williams where they have an artist's iconic guitar. The display that stood out to me the most was Kurt Cobain's guitar. I am a big fan of Nirvana but the cool thing about this guitar was that it was the exact guitar Cobain used on "MTVs Unplugged special". You can find footage of this on YouTube:

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Other than displaying famous guitars they have, the tour also covered major changes/improvements they made on guitars they produced. For example, in 1922 the guitar "2-17" was Martins Guitar's first model that was offered with steel strings only. Before this Martin Guitars offered strings that came in steel or gut. This was a huge step into guitar technology because on the virtual tour they stated "The 2-17 was a step in a new direction for the company, and it came at the perfect time. The rush for steel strings was beginning, and by the end of the 1920s, steel would replace gut as the string of choice on the company’s guitars." Steel is still the primary material used for guitar strings. I personally own 3 guitar's and all of them have steel strings, and they are cheap to replace and have a great tone to them.

Overall, this virtual tour gave some information about my research topic which is how technology can improve or diminish the way we guitar. From this I got that new technology does in fact improve the way we play guitar, but it also shed some light on how people before modern technology and improvements on guitar were still able to have a massive influence on people.

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aceaussupp · 2 months ago

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Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services: The Future of E-Commerce

Introduction

The e-commerce landscape is evolving rapidly, and businesses need more flexibility than ever to stay ahead. Traditional Shopify stores work well for many merchants, but for brands looking for unmatched customization, speed, and scalability, headless commerce is the way forward.

In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits, features, and reasons why investing in Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services is a game-changer for modern e-commerce brands.

What is Shopify Headless Commerce?

Shopify Headless Commerce refers to a decoupled architecture, where the backend (Shopify) manages products, orders, and payments, while the frontend (your storefront) is built using modern frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Next.js. This approach gives merchants complete control over design, speed, and user experience.

With Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services, businesses can create unique and highly customized online experiences that aren’t limited by Shopify’s traditional themes or Liquid templates.

Key Benefits of Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services

1. Unparalleled Performance & Speed

Headless commerce eliminates the restrictions of traditional Shopify themes, resulting in faster load times, improved SEO, and a better user experience. With a custom frontend, businesses can optimize every aspect of performance, leading to higher engagement and conversion rates.

2. Complete Design Freedom

Unlike standard Shopify stores that rely on Liquid themes, headless commerce allows you to create a fully customized storefront using cutting-edge technologies. Brands can build unique shopping experiences that align with their vision without being restricted by Shopify’s native design limitations.

3. Omnichannel Selling

With Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services, you can integrate your e-commerce platform with multiple digital touchpoints. Sell across websites, mobile apps, social media, IoT devices, and even in-store kiosks — all while maintaining a seamless experience for customers.

4. Scalability & Flexibility

As businesses grow, they need an e-commerce solution that can adapt. Headless commerce supports enterprise-level scalability, allowing merchants to handle high traffic volumes, integrate with custom APIs, and expand their online presence without limitations.

5. Advanced Technology Stack & API-First Approach

Headless Shopify integrates with modern frontend technologies like React, Vue.js, and Next.js. Plus, with Shopify’s GraphQL API, merchants can connect various third-party tools, CRMs, and ERPs to create a powerful, data-driven ecosystem.

Who Should Consider Shopify Headless Commerce?

Fast-growing brands looking for greater control over their store’s UX/UI

Enterprise businesses handling high-volume traffic and complex operations

DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) brands aiming for a seamless omnichannel experience

Companies with custom app requirements that need deep API integrations

If your business fits any of these categories, investing in Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services can be a strategic move toward scaling and optimizing your online store.

How Oyecommerz Can Help You with Shopify Headless Commerce Development

At Oyecommerz, we specialize in building future-ready Shopify stores with our expert Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services. Our team of experienced developers helps businesses migrate, design, and optimize headless Shopify stores for maximum performance and growth.

Our Services Include:

✅ Headless Shopify Store Development with modern frontend technologies ✅ Custom API Integration to connect with third-party apps and systems ✅ Performance Optimization to ensure fast loading and smooth navigation ✅ Seamless Shopify Migration for businesses looking to upgrade to headless commerce ✅ Ongoing Support & Maintenance for long-term success

Ready to future-proof your Shopify store? Contact us today and explore how Shopify Headless Commerce Development Services can transform your e-commerce business!

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