Winston Churchill is referenced with the quote “We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.”
Churchill didn’t know it at the time, in 1943 when he made this statement, but he would go on to prove this statement to be irresolutely true, however for all the wrong reasons. When rebuilding the bombed-out House of Commons, Churchill insisted that despite the fact that the old building was too small for the modern needs of its occupants, that the building be erected in precisely that same place with the exact dimensions in which it had previously been structured. The reason being that he felt that the overcrowding would create a sense of urgency which would in turn motivate the politicians to higher levels of productivity. He couldn’t have been more mistaken in that case, however, at the same time, he couldn’t have been more correct. The building did shape the politicians! Just not in the way that he had intended.
Since the beginning of humanity, we have had the indispensable need for shelter. Shelter has provided human beings with safety, warmth, space to home their families and protection from the great outdoors. Human beings have always required a space to keep them and their families safe from the threats of predators on the outside as well as from the elements. Stemming from there humans, have taken time out of their busy lives, to ensure that they have a safe place that is theirs and theirs alone. Further to this, humans have developed a necessity of finding a place to house and keep safe their goods for sale or exchange, stock that they could sell or use to procure what they needed to sustain their families and get a varied of goods that they themselves may not have had the skill or ability to produce or grow themselves.
From humble beginnings, homes and businesses have grown to be more than just places to store people and goods which are precious. Homes and places of business have become more than just the structures or shapes that they have been styled into. Buildings have come to represent who we are, who we have been and where we are going.
dblo architect studio recognises that the buildings that we shape, in turn shape us. With that kind of intensity of outcome for both function and form, whether it is your home or your workplace, we understand the effect that the building will have on your life. Going above and beyond the ability to merely protect you and your loved ones, your home is the ultimate representational display of your being. With that in mind, it is every aspect of design that becomes the focus point of your build, new or renovated, residential or commercial, community or public. Design is the tool that we use to ensure that every aspect of the building is utilised to its fullest potential and that creative design and high-quality construction enhances the environment and the community giving a sense of place and responsibility.
Speak to dblo Associates about how they can assist with your architectural extensions London and residential refurbishments London
Is your HR department responsible for leave management?
Would it surprise you to know that the average cost of employee absence from work result to an equivalent of 35% of your employee’s salaries? The net cost of absenteeism in terms of productivity is 19%, according to a study conducted by MERCER. Statistics South Africa estimates that the cost of absenteeism amounts to roughly 12 billion rand per year. In a market that is taking particular strain under the current economic conditions, high rates of absenteeism can cost your company financially as well as through lowered productivity, be it a small company, medium business or a large corporate organisation. While the cost of absenteeism and the corresponding loss of production can be quantified, the issue around how to manage leave and absenteeism within your company is less measureable. With the inevitable split between HR departments and systems and those of payroll, within many organisations, calculating the cost of leave management is an area which is particularly affected as a result.
Leave Management is typically an HR function. Systems need to be put in place so that employee’s absenteeism can be correctly accounted for, accurately managed and effectively monitored. Your human element in your company does not easily align itself to systems and procedures. Humans are more erratic and incidents will happen on a daily basis which will affect the running of your business as a result of absence from work and loss of productivity. HR are the eyes and ears of the business, looking for signs of habitual leave takers and leave abuse but the actual stats of the cost of this will come from your payroll Department or system. Companies with an interest in effectively managing the leave processes will be impressed to finally find a way to perform all of the functions required to manage staff leave, in one united and coherent system.
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DIY Marquees High Quality Marquee for sale
Have you ever considered how much owning a marquee could benefit any business, be they small, medium or large? Business owners around the country buy industrial marquees as the perfect addition for their multiple business, storage and event needs. Any business which experiences seasonal selling would highly benefit from buying a marquee as a temporary or permanent option to their storage needs.
When business is booming and products are piling up around and outside the store room, employees are squeezing themselves in and out of passages and corridors lined with boxes, its time to consider buying an industrial marquee. Using a marquee as an alternative to building a storage area is a resourceful way of avoiding high costs of building, not to mention the stress and strain involved with dealing with architects, building contractors, electricians and the like, in the process. No permission is required to erect a marquee which means no building inspectors on site slowing the process down. And in slow seasons, you save money by not having to sit with a half empty storage room. Simply take your marquee down and stow away for the next influx of business. And should there be an unexpected increase in production during non-peak times, simply erect the marquee in a few hours and start saving space in your warehouse for easy collection and distribution of your goods.
Wondering where you can purchase a pop-up marquee for sale? Look no longer as DIY marquees has every marquee in any design you could possibly need for your business, as a suitable alternative to any business need. No matter how big or small your prerequisites are, there is a suitable marquee to make your business run smoother and grow. Multi-purpose pop up marquees can also be used for business events, such as team building, large meetings or conferences. So when your stock has all be bought and you are ready to celebrate a good years’ production and performance with your staff members, throw them a celebratory big bash in your DIY marquee. Simply decorate accordingly, lay the suitable flooring for the event and add tables, chairs and music and you have the perfect solution to your annual event.
Consider the same as you begin to wrap for the year and start to regroup for the up-coming production year. What better way to introduce new clients to your new product release or re-branding than with the event of the season to show case all your innovative business ideas by hosting networking event? And what a cost saving you would benefit from by being able to use your marquee for all of these purposes as and when you required. There is no denying that the value of owning your own business marquee is priceless. With no many uses and functions waiting to occur with the assistance of your business marquee, we would encourage you to contact DIY marquees immediately and buy industrial marquees now.
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IBS total solutions for Process Engineering and Handling Projects including Storage, Silos, Mechanical, Pneumatic and Vacuum Conveying Systems from initial surveys and plant reports to complete turnkey projects including design, installation, contract management, manufacture and supply of equipment and electrical control installations including PLC and SCADA design and implementation with optional online support.
Products IBS offer include:
- Silos (mild steel clad, stainless steel or aluminium)
- Intermediate Storage Bins from mild or stainless steel
- Rotary Seals
- Activators and Screw Dischargers
- Screw Conveyors and Metering Conveyors
- Chain and Flight Conveyors
- Band Conveyors
- Belt and Bucket Elevators
- Metal Detectors and Magnets
- Blowers - distribution and land-based for conveying and fluidisation
- Heat Exchangers
- Tanker Fill Stations, Solid Acrylic Sight Glasses, Blowline Pipes, Bends, Couplings and U bolts
- Level Control and Monitoring
- Ring Main and Stop End Distribution Systems to mixers and service bins including diverters
- Sack Tipping and IBC points
- Minor Ingredients Addition both dry powder and liquids
- Weighing Systems - in-line and load-cell based
- Liquid additions to mixers including flow meters and pumps
- Infrastructure - Walkways, Access Platforms, Access Ladders and Staircases
- Complete LEV systems for mixing rooms, ingredients plants and sack tip points
IBS is the sole European distributors for the Fruitland Vacuum pumps road tanker equipment
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Designed to Tackle the Toughest Liquid Waste Applications Including Oil & Gas, Environmental, Industrial, Septic Grease and Any Waste Management.
Fruitland RCF 250 Vacuum Pump
Primarily used on trucks servicing light septic and portable toilet applications is the smallest of the rotary vane vacuum pumps.
Fruitland Manufacturing™ (Fruitland) was established in 1957 as Fruitland Tool and Manufacturing by Helmut Bader. Helmut was a tool and die maker who’s entrepreneurial drive precipitated the formation of Fruitland to fill a need in the industrial community in Southern Ontario, Canada. Through the years Fruitland became known for its exceptional work in helping various industries with innovative machining solutions and tool and die making.
dblo Associates work covers architecture, interior design and development
Modern architecture is a term applied to a group of styles of architecture that emerged in the 20th century and became dominant after World War II. Modern architecture was based upon new technologies of construction, particularly the use of glass, steel, and reinforced concrete. Modern architecture continued to be the architectural style for corporate buildings into the 1980s, when postmodernism started.
Dblo Associates are passionate about architecture in the modern day, having experienced both modern architecture and postmodernism. They are a dedicated, passionate group of individuals who come together with years of experience to create masterpieces.
The development arm of dblo associates has a number of small projects under its belt with some exciting and adventurous new build prospects such as slim houses and canal view apartments.
Their full architectural services include:
- survey
- lease plans
- feasibility studies
- design
- planning applications
- building control applications
- tender and negotiation
- contract administration
- energy efficient
- prefabrication
- listed buildings
- conservation & restoration
- research
- site finding
- brief writing
- space planning
- space audits
- urban planning & design
Having completed many commercial and residential projects throughout:
- Architects London
- Architects London Bridge
- Architects Kensington
- Architects Holland Park
- Architects Chelsea
- Architects Notting Hill
- Architects Knightsbridge
- Architects Mayfair
- Architects Fulham
- Architects Clapham
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Mal Weeraratne – author of Emotional Detox through Bodywork
Mal Weeraratne – author of Emotional Detox through Bodywork- talks about the true meaning of Tantra
‘No examination of the art of Tantra would be complete without first examining its history’, writes Mal Weeraratne in his fascinating book ‘Emotional Detox – through Bodywork. In a chapter entitled, ‘ Ancient Practice, Modern Uses’, Mal Weeraratne goes on to explain that ‘Tantra started over 5,000 years ago in India. From India it went to china and they call it Tao’.
Mal explains that Tantra was originally practised as a path to enlightenment through sensual energy called Prana. This is very powerful and when circulated around the body leads to a positive, energised state; indeed it invigorates the entire body. Harnessing sexual energy is a very powerful technique that is an essential tantric technique; and as Mal describes, ‘familiarity with Tantra can help a person enjoy life to the fullest’; this is because harnessing sexual energy rejuvenates and improves physiological, emotional, psychological and spiritual health.
Tantric Journey - School of Healing and Awakening was founded by Mal Weeraratne in London as a result of Mal’s development of a unique and pioneering treatment method that combines, Tantra, Tao bodywork along with specialised trauma release methods that are capable of releasing trauma at cellular level in the body. Mal Weeraratne is considered a pioneer in the field of emotional detox through bodywork and has treated thousands of clients from around the world with his unique treatment method: Tantric Journey.
Mal Weeraratne works as both a therapist and teacher from his Tantric Temple in Hammersmith, London, but also teaches at Tao Gardens in Thailand. During his training sessions Mal has witnessed many positive transformations, but for those who cannot attend one of his courses his book is an excellent self-help guide, in which Mal reveals how all women are capable of experiencing emotional freedom and ecstatic bliss, the book covers everything from information on understanding how the female body may be activated to deepen ecstatic states; yoni massage, detox diet; strengthening the pelvic floor, negative emotions, healthy orgasm, healthy male ejaculation and so much more.
Emotional Detox through bodywork is packed with practical advice and tips and readers will learn emotional trauma can block pleasure and cause disease; the difference between soft penetration and deep sustained penetration, including how to avoid premature male ejaculation; the secrets and history of female ejaculation; techniques for awakening and yoni massage; and will come to understand how emotional trauma can block pleasure and cause disease. The book is an excellent starting point for those who wish to improve their health and well-being or wish to understand how negative emotions are stored within the body.
For those who wish to seek professional help to release negative emotions and experience full release /emotional freedom from stagnant negative emotions then a session with Mal or one of his fully qualified Tantric Journey therapists is recommended. Mal Weeraratne has over twenty years experience in his field and offers one-to-one therapy sessions, 7 days per week in London, via appointment.
Tantric School of Healing &Awakening offers a comprehensive range of teaching courses
Tantra Workshops and Tantric Lessons London are all available from Tantric Journey- School of Healing and Awakening.
When it comes to Tantra Workshops there are many options available, but the Tantra Workshops offered by Tantric Journey are unique in their quality and authenticity. Tantric Lessons London are run by Mal Weeraratne, founder of Tantric Journey who has studied Tantra and Tao globally, attending a Tantra Workshop with Mal will give you the opportunity to benefit from Mal’s vast knowledge of Tantra and emotional release techniques through bodywork.
Tantric Lessons London have been offered by Tantric Journey for many years and hundreds of satisfied students have benefited from a variety of Tantra workshops. Many students have started with a tantra workshop and have gone on to study further Tantric Lessons London with Tantric Journey, with some students progressing to become Tantric Journey practitioners themselves.
Tantra Workshops and Tantric Lessons London are suitable for men, women and couples. They are truly transformative and a wonderful way to begin your very own unique Tantric Journey. Indeed many students start their Tantric path attending Tantra Workshops.
Tantra workshops are for everybody who wants to learn to experience a deeper relationship with themselves, with the people they meet and to connect with their inner sexual energy. The Tantra workshops and Tantric Lessons London offered by Tantric Journey, encourage you to be fully alive and present in your body, connect with your feelings, your sexual nature, your heart, your being and your soul. During Tantra Workhops you will learn to embrace and understand your feelings and find a deeper friendship with yourself that builds confidence and self-esteem. Tantric Lessons London will enable you to learn to connect with your own deep source of wisdom as you develop the capacity to listen both to yourself and others. You learn to appreciate the richness of all the gifts that life brings you, letting go of conditions and judgments and will enable you to experience unlimited and uninhibited bliss in your life.
These educational Tantra workshops are aimed at bringing greater consciousness into your everyday life, enhancing your relationships, increasing compassion, caring and happiness.
DIY Marquees make things simple for marquee business owners
DIY Marquees make things simple for marquee business owners, with useful, practical marquee accessories and amazing marquee lighting packages simplicity is key, simply connect the leads together plug in to the house/extension lead and you’re done. If your customer needs another power supply, then an additional extension lead would usually do the job.
This simple system is perfect when you’re starting up a marquee hire business but after a while the jobs will become more intricate and so do the electrics. At this point you need to consider attending training courses from our friends at Essential Supplies who are running electrical courses aimed at the marquee hire industry:
Event Lighting Course:
Our one day workshop is specifically aimed at those working within the events industry. We shall cover methods and types of lighting and how to install your system. This is a non examined course and provides no formal qualification; it is de-signed to help candidates with lighting. Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Price: £180 + VAT per candidate
Marquee flooring packages are designed to be easy to lay whilst giving one of the best finishes available in a marquee using new carpet, available in red, green or honeybeige.
Included in each package is a non-breathable underlay, this is placed underneath the carpet when laying to prevent the build-up of condensation during your event (grass gives off a lot of water vapour if not covered). Grass is very tough so covering for a week or so will not generally cause any harm.
The marquee flooring is simply nailed in place -hammer, nails, cutting knife and a tool belt are included in the package. Watch our marquee flooring video to see how easy it is to lay.
This is the flooring and method of laying used by most of the marquee hire industry.
Lodge Brothers Legal Services
Lodge Brothers have been assisting the community with funerals for over 230 years offering a professional and personal service that their clients have come to rely on. Lodge Brothers legal arm of the business has helped hundreds of families with accessible, affordable legal advice in relation to Probate, Wills Twickenham and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
They have a highly qualified, strong legal team whom collectively have many years of experience in all aspect of Probate, Wills Ashford and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
MEET SOPHIE ANDREWS – DIRECTOR
Sophie joined Lodge Brothers as Head of Legal Services in 2016 to develop and set up its legal services business. Lodge Brothers Legal Services is a separate company, which has been granted a licence by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, allowing Lodge Brothers Legal Services to provide professional Legal Services to its clients through its own legal team.
Sophie grew up in Surrey and studied law at University College London and the College of Law in Guildford qualifying as a Solicitor in 1997. Having trained at a leading Private Client Firm, Charles Russell, Sophie has specialised in Wills, Probate and Powers of Attorney and now has many years of experience in these areas. She is an affiliate member of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and holds the Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation (passing with a distinction). Sophie lives in Surrey with her husband and three children.
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING AN UP TO DATE WILL?
Only 30% of people in this country have made a Will. This is because we do not like thinking about death and we are unaware of the importance of having a professionally drafted Will. Once a person overcomes their fears and makes a Will they find that it is a positive step that gives them great peace of mind. They are reassured that their affairs are in order.
If you die without a Will you die “intestate” meaning the intestacy laws set out which of your family members inherit and the amount. Your spouse will not necessarily inherit all of your estate and if you are unmarried your Partner will not inherit anything.
A legally valid Will, carefully prepared by a qualified expert Solicitor, will ensure that:
you provide for your loved ones in the way you wish;
you choose the Executors who will administer your estate;
you choose the Guardians for your minor children; and
you can take steps to reduce the Inheritance Tax payable.
You can also choose to appoint Lodge Brothers Legal Services as the Executors of your Will. We will ensure that your estate is dealt with promptly and efficiently so that your loved ones do not have the responsibility but do receive their inheritance as quickly as possible.
Fixed fee for a single Will starting from £325 +VAT (£390 inc. VAT).
Fixed fee for mirror Wills starting from £500 +VAT (£600 inc. VAT).
All our fees are fixed and agreed in advance.
Our professional services offer peace of mind to you and your family.
If you don’t have an up to date will click here Wills Feltham and Lodge Brothers Legal Services will assist you.
