Following on from yesterday`s theme, we received this contemporary extension, which was completed in 2007, for clients in Los Angles. The architects for this project were NMDA, a design practice established in 1988, with offices in LA and New York. Read the architects process below:

The clients for this house renovation / extension, a couple with three daughters, are a creative, democratic unit. The father directs film trailers, the mother is a graphic designer and illustrator, while the high school / middle school / elementary school aged daughters are all immersed in their own versions of their parents visual cultures. The family have asked that 1,000 sf be added to the site in addition to the existing 1,000 sf house.

The scheme leaves half of the house for the daughter’s bedrooms and incorporates the other half plus new extensions in front and back into a public zone and a private bedroom for the parents. This strategy amounts to a new 16 ft wide linear house being inserted into the existing house. Multi-toned, bright colors accentuate the new pieces which suggests a graphic expression representative of the family’s interests.

This self proclaimed “stylehead” is the absolute ultimate sneaker collector. Watch as he takes us on a journey deep into the top of his closet to ohhh and ahhh at his mighty sneaker arsenal. Complete with some definite Holy Grail pieces. But wait a minute his “DVNS” What The Dunks were picked up from Marshalls for $175, then he says that he traded his Mcflys for them? He also has not one but two pairs of Freddy Krugers that he pulls straight out of a Jordan box - DOPE!!, THis freakin’ guy is so fresh so clean so stylehead.

The owners of this London property turned to London based architects Belsize Architects to add space to there property, read the rest of the entry to read the architects description of the creative process.


The architects description:
The property, a semi-detached house located on a quiet road leading to Hampstead Heath, comprised a maisonette and a flat, with an old extension to the rear. The houses in the area are not generally built well and require a lot of attention to ensure that they are sound structurally. The brief was to form a modern and enjoyable single family home for our client by extending the ground floor and integrating the rear garden with the new interiors. The main architectural interventions to the exterior consisted of a new extension with a terrace above and redesign of the rear elevation to create large openings. Internally, the ground and first floor layouts were remodelled extensively. The ground floor was opened up and connected to the new extension. The rear garden was excavated so as to be at the same level as the ground floor. The kitchen to the front of the house was designed with sliding doors so that it could be separated from the living room when necessary. A large addition to the rear of the ground floor, tilted in plan from the lines of the main house in order to capitalise on the best outlook, was built to create the sitting area in the living room. Structurally the extension was challenging, since it had no column in the corner facing the garden. Two sliding doors meet at the corner with the ceiling above suspended in the air. A large opening, covered in structural glass, was formed over the extension, which lets diffused light into the depth of the living room. The first floor of the house is dedicated to master bedroom, en-suite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe as well as a study. The large master bedroom has direct access to the rear large terrace over the new extension.

For the first time ever, you will be able to enjoy Internet radio inside your car thanks to Blaupunkt and miRoamer. Word is that the two have developed the first seamless Internet radio solution that will sit pretty into your car dashboards. With just a press of a button, you can access AM/FM stations as well as the multitude of Internet radio stations.
The radio in reference will use Bluetooth to connect to a special device on the Internet. They have various models in the pipeline. So far, there are two available, New Jersey 600i and the Hamburg 600i. By the by, when they are connecetd to the Internet via an external device like an iPhone, the user’s existing service provider becomes the default network.
The Internet radio stereos will also double up as a phone, address book and navigator via Bluetooth. Plus you can also post your playlist filed on the Internet on a free blog site.

Self taught Belgian fashion designer Raf Simmons will be dropping a new Raf design and color way this spring as part of his spring 09 line.

The Waffle Low from BBC, available in the Spring of 09’ $169

Dropping in the Spring of 09’ is the Vans Royal Blue Checkered Pack. Comprised of a canvas Authentic and a Leather SK8 Hi with checkered lining, Vans continue to show and prove with their designs/color ways- always a surprise.

To help celebrate its 60th anniversary, Adidas will be releasing a silver forum in the summer of 2009. Similar to the silver Forum drop for the 25th anniversary of the forum except this time with a splash of color. Red and Blue stripes on the side and top back heel, along with black trim.

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Set for a release in and around the Lunar New Year later this month, the Puma Clyde Jet Set collection takes a luxurious approach over the two-pack of the Puma classic. Three different materials mark the shoe’s upper including smooth leather on the toebox, pebbled leather on the sides and a chain motif on the heel. The often seen block lettering used to designate the Clyde on the side is replaced with a more elegant cursive font. Available now at select Puma accounts. - Hypebeast

Camtasia Studio and After Affects Freelancer Wanted (Boston)
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Date: 2009-01-04, 9:14AM EST


ideaLaunch.com is the hub for a number of web-based companies including LifeTips.com, WordVision.com, WriterAccess.com, WriterAccessPlus.com, SplitTestLab.com and more.

We're growing like crazy in our Boston office (North End) and looking for a Camtasia Studio and After Effects freelancer to help create a number of different videos to explain how are products and services help make the web a better place. We're also working on a promotion for SEOInsanity.com, a new site we are launching, that will offer the kind of creative opportunity you might be looking for to take your career, and your mind, to the next level.

Extensive Camtasia Studio and/or After Effects experience required. Additional experience with Flash and/or other video production tools including Mac based applications.

If you know how to truly understand and uncover a story and rip it out into a video that is compelling and clear, you're just what we’re looking for.

Please send resume and links to web based video's you've produced. Expect immediate response from our President Byron White; your contact for projects.





Graphic Designer (Concord)
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Date: 2009-01-05, 7:41AM EST

Part time graphic designer needed for full service ad agency. Candidate must be creative and proficient on Mac based platform. InDesign, Quark, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator knowledge a must. Candidate must be able to develop creative concepts for print and web design but must also be able to work with art direction from agency art director and clients (no egos please).

Online Entertainment Writer-Blogger (Los Angeles)
jobs@tubefilter.tv

lonelygirl15, The Guild, Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, Sorority Forever, The Legend of Neil, Epic-Fu, Ask A Ninja...

Do these names mean anything to you? Have you found yourself addicted to your laptop watching their latest episodes?

Yes? Then keep reading. (If no, move along.)

Can you write timely, engaging, well-researched thought-provoking articles?

Tubefilter News, the leading online news site dedicated to web series and the growing world of web television is looking for a freelance writer/blogger to join our news team.

The position works from home, or wherever you write best (and can find Wi-Fi). Articles will be assigned by the editors, though you are also encouraged to pitch stories as you find juicy ones.

Typical article length is around 400-500 words, though occasionally longer. Content areas include news stories, talent interviews and reviews of web series.

Requirements:

*A passion for the internet and staying on top of the best web series
*Knowledge of web video industry - the content, the creators and the companies
*A sharp wit
*Hard working and able to write fast and turnaround news items quickly
*Detail oriented - almost to the point of being anal about facts, dates, names, etc.
*Journalism and blogging experience strongly preferred
*Basic HTML and Wordpress skills
*Social media expertise required (active Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, etc.)
*Ability to write 3-5 articles per week

If you meet these requirements, send us an email with links to your previous online writing (at least three posts/articles) and a brief intro of your background and why you would be a good fit for Tubefilter.

And... one last thing...(this is a test for detail oriented part) - tell us what your favorite web series is and why. :-)



Worcester Writers Wanted (Worcester)
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Date: 2009-01-04, 10:41AM EST


Worcester based weekly paper is looking for freelance writers in our own backyard(that means here in Worcester!). Do you know about local music? Food? Theater? Art? Have a specialty in the area you’d like to hone, friends you wish to plug, a name you’d like to make for yourself? Does $50 an article make you happy rather than run for the hills? Then our A&E editor wants to hear from you. Send two writing samples and a resume to Doreen Manning at doreen@worcestermagazine.com or 101 Water St., Worcester Ma 01604 today!

• Location: Worcester
• Compensation: $30 per 500 word article. $50 per 700 word article
• Telecommuting is ok.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Freelance Blog Writers
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Date: 2009-01-04, 12:15AM EST


Freelance blog writers needed to blog about almost any subject. Pay is small but the work is easy. Please e-mail for more info



Get Paid to Write Reviews (Peninsula)
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Date: 2009-01-04, 9:26AM PST


I need proof of concept for a Social Science experiment I will be conducting later this year. I am seeking one experienced and reliable person to write between 1000-5000 mock reviews of local businesses anywhere in the SF Bay Area. I need one review per business; so I am thinking the best idea will be to open a phone book and pick businesses at random. Writing style must capture a female persona.

If you are interested please send my a sample of 10 online reviews for local businesses. Thanks!

Book Researcher Needed
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Date: 2009-01-04, 1:54PM PST


National business magazine columnist and best-selling author needs a researcher for next book project. Background in journalism and business reporting a plus. Likely a 4 to 6 month project, consuming 20 hours a week. You can work wherever you want. Face to face meetings with author will be required 1 to 2 times a month.

• Compensation: $20 a hour

Market Research Analyst (Contract/Telecommute)
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Date: 2009-01-05, 6:52AM PST


BCC Research (www.BCCResearch.com), a publisher of technology market research reports, is seeking seasoned writers/industry analysts who are capable of preparing complete, self-contained technical/economic market research reports discussing up-and-coming niche sectors of various technology markets, including but not limited to advanced materials, chemicals, plastics, semiconductor processing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, fuel cells, various energy topics, alternative fuels, information technology, instrumentation/controls, environmental issues such as air and water pollution monitoring/reduction, and other technology markets.

All BCC Market Research reports analyze and provide five-year forecasts for all major global market segments and sub-segments, as well as a patent analysis, market share analysis, and profiles of all significant players in the markets. BCC Research Analysts are expected to suggest new topics within their coverage areas, and also must provide after-sale customer support as needed.
Send resume to kevin.fitzgerald@bccresearch.com

Financial Bloggers and Writers for fast growing Social Networking Co (Boston)
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Date: 2009-01-05, 5:54AM EST


i am the Investor relations contact for a new company in the social networking space here in Boston.

We are looking to expand awareness of our company though the investment community.We are looking for writers/bloggers who have some knowledge of the financial markets( you do not have to be Warren Buffet), but some knowledge would help, to participate on our blog, help expand our forum on several investor communities, as well a facebook, myspace, linkedin, Twitter, ect

Please email if this is a position you might be interested in, it can be done part time several hrs a day, we will be happy to supply whatever is needed for the proper college credits.



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Coming this spring, two Metro Attitude color ways for women as apart of the Adidas Originals campaign. Adidas is giving the Ladies something different as opposed to pink, teal, and purple color ways we predominately see on Women’s sneakers.

Final design on a new Sb Mid colorway coming this Spring -p