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Rust is a common cause of staining on outdoor pavers and marks can be difficult to remove – especially if you don’t know the origin of the stain.  Although rust generally always creat...

Mosaics provide a stunning surface finish, with their intricate designs and abundant texture.  But the one aspect that sometimes puts people off these beautiful tiles is the sheer number of ...

You can’t beat a real marble surface. Not only is it absolutely stunning but it’s also hardwearing. The problem is that not everyone realises that natural stone – and, in particular,...

Limestone is a hardwearing surface material that’s really easy to maintain, but correct cleaning products should always be used. All limestone tiles, regardless of colour and finish, are sensiti...

Strongly influenced by traditional Romanian architecture, Ion Mincu is credited as the founder of the Romanian national architecture, the Neo-Romanian design style. His prominent works include Scoala Centrala National College, plus renovation of both the Monteoru House and Vernescu House, and Bufetul din Soseaua Kiseleff, all of these located in Bucharest.

Architecture is about designing and building spaces that perform a particular function. This includes commercial or residential buildings, bridges, stadiums, or even parks. Regardless of the type of structure, architecture represents a collaborative space that combines many areas and professions, including structural engineering, interior design, construction, and more.

Architecture is the art of designing and erecting buildings and structures, which should meet the standards of functionality and safety while being aesthetic and inspirational. Many brilliant architects impacted the world of architecture with their creations.

"There is a David and a Goliath in each of us. David wins when he finds the courage to observe Goliath's weak spot. Goliath wins when he intimidates David, thus urging him to throw stones at people." The quote belongs to Romanian and French writer Ionut Caragea and refers to stone, the world’s oldest building material. This is justified, if we consider the impurities and minor imperfections developed in time by stone’s crystalline structure, that ultimately weaken it and make it brittle.

Due to an excellent balance of ethnic and ancient values, Mount Tai has been revered for over 2 000 years. It is believed that Mount Taishan stones have the power to ward off evil spirits and promote harmony, good luck, and wealth.

Built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century, Hagia Sophia is now a museum. This religious center was a constant presence in both Christian and Islamic cultures, hence the many legends and rarities associated with it. The "Column of Wishes" or "Weeping Column", is a product of the famous Ephesus culture, and is the undisputed medic of the Hagia. The legend says that Hagia Sophia’s Wishing Column is able to magically cure all ailments, of any patient.