Renovation

Concerns about rent increases after Montreal tenants sign renovation agreement

27/08/2024Naya

For 29 years, Muguette Payette has lived at her studio apartment in downtown Montreal. She never thought she would have to leave.

“If I don’t have an apartment, a decent apartment, what am I going to do? I’m going to be outside on the street,” Payette told CTV News.

Recently, a new landlord purchased her building and the adjacent one on Fort Street. Shortly after, Payette says she met with two employees from the company that owns the building, and they offered her a deal.

“They came here and they said, ‘Well, you know, it’s better for your security to

Hever Castle: Renovations of Anne Boleyn’s former home to the end

26/08/2024Naya

Anne Boleyn was the second wife of Henry VIII. She was headed in 1536.

The launch of the Boleyn Apartment, on Hever Castle’s first floor, has been delayed by “a change in direction and design”, a spokesperson said.

The apartment is the only known surviving suite of rooms that the Boleyn family definitely occupied, according to Hever Castle.

“The use of tapestries, friezes, furniture, coats of arms and traditional smells will help visitors feel like they are walking in the shoes of the family who lived there,” a castle spokesperson said.

The re-interpretation of these rooms has been planned and

Royal Ontario Museum renovation begins soon

25/08/2024Naya

The Royal Ontario Museum announced Wednesday that it plans to undertake a “sweeping architectural transformation” of its main floor as part of a three-year construction project that will begin early this year.

In a news release, the museum said the “OpenROM” project, will “dramatically” open the museum up to the public and add 6,000 square feet of new gallery space on the second and third levels.

The renovation will include a redesigned Bloor Street entrance that the museum says “will deepen the ROM’s connection to the city.”

“OpenROM is more than a physical transformation; it is a major leap forward

Home renovation frozen in time reveals Roman building technique

22/05/2024Naya

By
Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN

Published Apr 3, 2024 1:04 AM WIT

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Updated Apr 3, 2024 1:05 AM WIT

The ancient building site at Pompeii. (Credit: Italy Ministry of Culture via CNN Newsource)

Rome (CNN) — Archaeologists excavating the site of Pompeii have uncovered an ancient building site, revealing Roman construction techniques used by builders at the time, according to the Italian Ministry of Culture.

The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was home to up to 20,000 people before it was destroyed in the 79 AD eruption, which was visible from more than 40 kilometers (25 miles) away. More

Canoga Park’s Madrid Theatre, long under renovation, to open by end of 2025 – Daily News

22/05/2024Naya

The Madrid Theater is expected to open at the end of next year as the Canoga Park Arts District is gradually taking shape around it.

The city-owned theater has been under construction, said Jake Flynn, a spokesman for LA City Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, who represents Canoga Park. “That project is moving forward.”

Located at the center of historic Antique Row in Canoga Park, its 440-seat theater was once known as “the largest theater on the smallest piece of land in the United States,” according to its website.

The renovations to the Madrid Theater in Canoga Park on Sherman Way continue

Home: A Nexus of Belonging and Identity

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Home, a single syllable imbued with profound meaning, holds a central place in the tapestry of human existence. It is both a sanctuary and a symbol, a physical space, and an emotional state. Far from being a mere collection of walls and ceilings, home resonates deeply with our need for safety, connection, and identity.

The Multifaceted Essence of Home

Home is as complex as the human spirit itself. For some, it is a fixed, geographical location—a familiar street, a well-worn couch, or the scent of blooming jasmine in the yard. For others, home is mobile, defined by relationships or an …

Home: The Sanctuary of the Soul

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Home is more than just a physical structure; it is a profound and evocative concept that transcends walls and roofs. It holds a unique meaning for every individual, serving as a sanctuary where the soul finds rest and identity is nurtured. The idea of home weaves its way through the human experience, encompassing emotions, memories, and connections that tether us to something greater than ourselves.

The Multifaceted Nature of Home

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Home: The Nexus of Belonging

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Home is more than a physical structure; it is an intricate concept deeply woven into the human experience. A sanctuary where time often suspends its relentless march, home embodies comfort, security, and a profound sense of belonging. It is not merely a place where we reside; it is where our stories unfold, where memories take root, and where the intangible essence of life flourishes.

The Emotional Essence of Home

Home is not just a building; it is a reservoir of emotions. It is the laughter reverberating through the corridors, the quiet hum of daily rituals, and the familiar creak of …