I picked up the scewdriver and cycled into the hospital; it was nearly time to join Angela, Nicole and Andre for coffee opposite the hospital, anyway. We tend to drop whatever we are doing and meet up everyday for our coffee fix at 10 am.
After coffee, Angela told me there was a problem with the door lock on the Maternity door , so we went to have a look.
The problem was the door handles were missing and a coat hanger was being used to open the door and when I took the lock assembly out of the door in fell into a hundred pieces -" hmmm what have I started , how do they lock the door tonight?"
Luckly, a local shop had a new lock for 20$ which we funded from family/friends donations. The hospital has no budget for such things.
So I fitted the new lock with the usual audience of Kamai men silently watching.
Now,- what a super job it looks - a tatty steel door with a new handle, lock and keys
(Goan sao = key).
It took most of the day with running around collecting tools etc, but a very satisfying feeling when I have my cans of beer tonight and reflect on the complexity of the job - "hmmm..... only you could have fixed that Chris in the 36 degree heat etc - quite right - pssstt (sound of beer can opening etc.)
Maternity door with new lock and handles.
Well done Mr Chris!
ReplyDeleteThank you for finding the patience, money and tools to secure the maternity unit for the next 10 years?
I've realised that I've never commented on your blogs which is shameful given that I read every single one! Can't believe they're going to be coming to an end soon. I'll miss seeing what you've both been up to!
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The Very Simple Construction House
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful tree house has been designed for entertain kids, leading to furniture shop in Cambodia construction materials stated.
One more thing, this house has a very simple construction plan with nothing inside, but some comfy pillows and dozens of toy.
In addition, the concept is completely blown away when having to deal with a luxurious, all-equipped, artsy mini-residence up in the tree.
Anyway, this Banyan Tree house is a modern combo between an art studio and a fancy meditation getaway. 12 feet high, the unusual tree house is made out of wood and glass.
Refined divisions and aesthetic by Debra de Lorenzo
ReplyDelete"A more modern, open space was required for a combined kitchen and living area, which still had to reflect the character of the house. The owners wanted a wood-burning stove and an electric oven. They also requested plenty of storage space," said designer Debra de Lorenzo about the desired concept to renovate the above kitchen.
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informed, a modern sensibility is seen with a new addition of an island which helps break up working areas and offer a heavy-duty workstation. "The island is next to an antique cooker, so it has a heat-resistant granite countertop,"
"We used the owners' antique workbench as an extension of the kitchen counter, and to separate the dining area from the kitchen."
"I chose the countertops to coordinate with the antique cooker. The mantel and brick-tiled backsplash give the kitchen a focal point, and bring the character of the existing farmhouse back into the newly created space."
The Unique Minho Hotel
ReplyDeleteHere is the modern interior design of the Portuguese hotel, leading to furniture shop in Cambodia
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One more thing this Minho Hotel unique character and fresh appearance are determined not only through the clever usage of natural light and the blending between in and out with the clear geometry links of inner courtyards and volumes.
As the designers said, “this hotel project with its elegant and unique atmosphere and furniture design turned into inspiration for creating a new product line – collection called Bracara, developed between Virgula I studio and Portuguese brand Paularte – that will be release in the beginning of 2015.
So we may say something that becomes obvious when carefully observing this spacious, contemporary hotel – it’s full with light and elegance premises will be trend defining factor”.
Hidden extra by Martin Potter
ReplyDeleteAs successful furniture shop in Cambodia construction materials informed, this classic home was designed by Martin Potter.
"One of the must-haves for the clients was a home office, but both were adamant that they didn't want the office to be on show. Given the limited space, a separate room was out of the question, so I devised a work space in the area under the stairs," said interior designer Martin Potter.
"Once I had a clear idea of what had to be included – multiple cabinets, electrical and data outlets and so forth – I was able to configure that space so that everything had a place," added Potter.
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Here is the fresh and contemporary house has been designed as a great sea house, leading to furniture shop in Phnom Penh construction materials said.
Furthermore, this house offers the great views and a high level of privacy, its interior showcase a variety of modern elements, mixed with decorative items inspired from the local culture.
As the architects said, “a bold black and white theme is enhanced with Asian design details including Buddha statues and Apsara dancers reminiscent of an ancient Hindu temple.
Each of the three bedrooms is an ultra-private oasis with generous sea views, king-sized beds and en-suite bathrooms, two with double Jacuzzi bathtubs.
Romantic movie nights can be enjoyed in the master suite, which features a large, retractable LCD projector screen”.
Woodland inspiration
ReplyDeleteProvided by notable furniture in Cambodia construction materials, Smith Built was tasked to design the featured house which overlooks the native woodland and greenery.
"The owners wanted to use as many natural building materials as possible," said Smith. "But although the house features handcrafted wood walls and ceilings, the interior is light and airy."
"The house is defined by its intricate log-house construction. The exterior features lodge-pole pine logs that have been hand peeled to provide a natural, faceted surface. As in a traditional log cabin, the logs are saddle notched at the corners to create interlocking joints. Similar log columns and custom trusses are also evident inside the house. And the seven bedroom suites each feature a different wood species found on site."
"The house is designed to be a family home for several generations, and this is reflected in the detail and the skilled craftsmanship of all the artists and tradespeople who worked on the project."
Saving the earth by John Coop
ReplyDelete"In an area dominated by the car, this project stands in stark contrast to the typical strips of cheap, commercial buildings. This structure needed to be durable, environmentally friendly, timeless and an anchor in people's lives – just as community halls have been in past years," said design director John Coop of the presented library’s designed concept, according to reliable furniture shop in Phnom Penh construction materials information.
Posed as a public property, the library contains a community meeting room, accommodation for Plunket, and art spaces.
Sustainability was the key feature in the design. "With humid conditions it wasn't possible to fully remove air conditioning. However, the hybrid ventilation system controls the amount of fully chilled air used. The building uses energy, but it uses it wisely."
Natural light was also fully maximized instead of artificial one. "The exterior glazing is integrated into the roof structure in a series of skylights that allow daylight to penetrate to the core of the building," added Coop.