By: Michael Drewell | 2010-04-01 | Destinations When we arrived at Finland, the fist destination is Rovaniemi in Arctic Circle. There is a white goatee granddad's home - the Santa Claus village. Rovaniemi is so quiet that you can hardly see people in street. read more
By: Harve Kaufman | 2010-04-19 | City Guides Located on Finnish west coast, Vaasa is definitely a cultural combination of Finland and Sweden. Approximately 70% of the population use Finnish as their first tongue language, and 25% speak Swedish as their mother tongue. read more
By: Paige Taylor | 2010-11-14 | Destinations Nokia Corporation, a Finnish multinational communications corporation with such famous products as Nokia smartphones or Nokia headphones, is headquartered in Keilaniemi, Espoo, next to Finland's capital Helsinki. Besides, this big office which was built from 1995 to 1997 appears to be the workspace of over 1,000 Nokia staffs. The most striking feature of this modern building is the natural combination of natural lighting and interior space by means of glass and steel system aimed at offering the peaceful working environment for Nokia employees. Let’s take a tour around the Nokia’s main headquarter via the following photos: read more
By: Ian Ellison | 2010-03-28 | City Guides Oulu is the largest and most prominent city in northern Finland. It's population is approximately 137,000 as of 2009, and it currently ranks as the sixth largest city of Finland. Oulu, like many Scandinavian cities, is a charming mix of old and new. If you go down to the bustling Riverside market Square, you'll see a great example of ancient preserved monuments such as the old salt and tar storehouses, juxtaposed with ultra modern architecture such as the city theater. read more
By: Paige Taylor | 2011-02-24 | Destinations Suomenlinna, the sea fortress located off southern coastline, is the most visited spots of the Finnish capital and the home to 850 city residents. Originally known as Sveaborg and Viapori, the chain of island was later renamed as Suomenlinna or Castle of Finland. For such a long time, Suomenlinna is best known as a part of the capital of Finland Helsinki and world’s largest historical maritime fortresses. The inhabited sea fortress Suomenlinna consists of six islands Kustaanmiekka, Susisaari, Iso-Mustasaari, Pikku-Mustasaari, Länsi-Mustasaari and Långören. With the picturesque scene and colorful history, Suomenlinna has been prided a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 as unique monument to European military architecture. read more
By: Kohn Coleman | 2011-05-10 | Home improvement The main details that exist in the Jacobean style include cusped Tudor arches, details carved into brick, steep roof gables, stone trim around doors and windows lighter than the rest of the home, porches supported by pillars, and high chimneys. Distinctive gables, window, and chimneys emphasize the forms. read more
By: Steven Flores | 2010-03-28 | City Guides Helsinki is by far the most populous city in Finland. It is located on the southern part on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. Helsinki was a sleepy little port town until it was conquered in the early 1800s by Czar Alexander I of Russia, and Helsinki was then made the capital. As a result, neoclassical architecture is to be found in Helsinki, as much of the building in the 1800s was designed to resemble St. Petersburg. However, Helsinki is even more known for its many Art Nouveau buildings designed in the early 1900s. read more
By: Andrew Keet | 2010-10-26 | Reference & Education As with any country, the architecture of England tells a convoluted tale of its history and heritage. This country is particularly noteworthy in terms of its architecture because it had the outside influence of so many other nations, including the Celts, the ancient Germanic tribes, the Romans, and so on... read more
By: Chris | 2011-01-02 | Manufacturing The style of houses, that is generally called modern, is the result of years of architectural planning, design and evolution. Many are will planned while others lack imagination or design balance. Some inexpensive homes are functionally satisfactory for a family, yet for economical measure, the exterior styling may have to be quite conservative in the use of a variety of materials. read more
By: Kohn Coleman | 2011-06-01 | Interior design The Adirondack architectural style gets its name from its ruggedness, inspired by the Adirondack Mountains found in the state of New York. The camps there, known as the Great Camps, generally use materials that are easily acquired, and build them into their surroundings, giving them a more natural appearance. read more
By: Marc Worthington | 2011-03-30 | Home improvement Wooden flooring, paneling, furniture etc. can render a unique charm to your home. Fresh wood for flooring and furnishing may not be affordable for all and is not a practice that deserves promotion owi... read more
By: stelensmith | 2011-01-06 | Home & Family There is an exquisite assortment of wooden vases. Each vase is handcrafted and made from high quality mango wood or bamboo. Each of these magnificent floral vases measure less than 20 in height and is ideal for displaying on a furniture piece or stand. read more
By: Galliena Gornet | 2011-10-29 | Home Improvement Architecture seems very ordinary today with the monotonous shingles, clay, and terra cotta dominating the rooftops of urbanized cities. read more
By: Justin Morgan Tuttle | 2010-03-27 | Home improvement Architectural shingles vary in sizes and materials from which they are made. However they are called, these roofing products provide unique three-dimensional appearance that rivals the frequent look of the natural wood shake. The basic design of the shingles still suggests the depth and surface of the usual roofing materials, but the variations make the shingles distinct in their own ways. read more
By: Edmund Brunetti | 2011-08-03 | Construction Morzine can be described as a traditional village which has succeeded in maintaining its traditional culture and cultural heritage, especially with regards to its architecture read more