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Motivation drives ambition, commerce, and choice. Why pick one job over another? Why buy one car over another? Why choose the red jacket over the black jacket when you are getting dressed in the morning, or watch a movie rather than read a book? Understanding why you do what you do and the choices you …
Two articles, one in the NY Times Magazine on Sunday, April 16, titled “Level Up” by John Herrman, and another in the Architects Newspaper Magazine, AN-Interiors, March-April issue, titled “House on a Stick” by Matthew Messner, got me thinking. (I know, this is dangerous). The “Level Up” article is about how the tech world talks …
Are Scientists really Designers? If design is everywhere, let’s test this premise. At the start for Scientists: According to my brilliant PhD Biochemist husband, scientists start with an idea, a premise of some sort, then plan an experiment that will help discover what really happens, (OK, these are my layman’s words, so apologies to scientists everywhere). …
The failure of Congress to bring a new healthcare bill to a successful vote reminded me to share some of the solutions proposed by one of our longest-term clients, James M. Stone, Chairman of the Plymouth Rock Corporation, in his book “5 Easy Theses”. Our economic future is assured if we follow his advice. I …
It’s been quite a winter. It’s hard to avoid daydreaming of warm days lounging beside a pool. Let’s warm up a bit with two recent projects Leslie Saul & Associates worked on recently. This pool takes full advantage of the beautiful setting. Including even just a few natural stones and adding texture to the concrete invites the natural surrounds into the …
I’m writing this after the sweet sixteen teams have won their second-round games in the NCAA college men’s basketball tournament. There has been some great basketball, and some tough losses, although the slogan “thrill of victory and the agony of defeat” may date me as a child of the 60s and 70s who listened to …
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Lighting is sometimes the last thing some people think about when imagining a new living space, but light is the visual foundation of a room. It’s the light that brings the room into our eyes, after all. Cove lighting is a particularly effective way to create a warm atmosphere that’s always at least a little …
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The designers at Leslie Saul & Associates understand that light is perhaps the most important design element in establishing a mood in an interior. Light actually affects our emotions and energy levels. Leslie Saul works closely with clients to discover not only the image an interior is intended to convey, but also the actual function …
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We specialize in designing for people, their families, friends, co-workers, and their communities who Work in offices Play in retail showrooms, shops and restaurants Age in senior living and community centers Live in houses and condominiums Learn in Institutions of higher learning, including libraries and places of worship Our focus is on building-in what you …
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My husband and I went to hear the Christian McBride ensemble play at Sculler’s on New Year’s Eve. The experience was exhilarating and inspiring. Christian McBride is a magnificent master of ceremonies, relaxed, friendly and funny. He is also an amazing Bass player, as relaxed and communicative while playing as he was while speaking. We …
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