Bonsai (bon-sai), the Japanese word, literally means ‘tray planting’. It is the art of dwarfing trees or plants into pleasing shapes. Although widely accepted that this skill originated in China, it is the Japanese that developed it into a truly ethereal art form. Bonsai can be created from almost any perennial woody tree or shrubs which produce true branches. They are dwarfed by confining growth in pots and branches are shaped, clipped and teased to get the ultimate shape and thereafter continuously trimmed and pruned into the desired effect.

The exploration of an appropriate color scheme can create a calm, stimulating and soothing effect on the family. There is no hard and fast rule in the use of color, but knowing the basics of colors and their use can create an environment appropriate for the healthcare of the family. Research shows that color is significant to our mental health. Nowadays, through an exploration of color, color therapy is the technique being used for healing problems related to stress, anxiety, and depression. Colors balance and enhance the energy centers in our body. Even hospitals use different colors to stimulate quick healing. The most sensitive and challenging part is creating color harmony in the house ranging from ceilings to walls to doors to furniture which could unify the overall atmosphere of the house.

Energy Efficient Homes simplifies the concerns of economy, utility, durability, and comfort. This is beneficial for the environment, your wallet and for the planet. By building energy-efficient houses we can do our part in conserving natural resources. Investing in home energy efficiency will reduce energy consumption. This, in turn, will not only save the money through reduced utility bills but will also increase the resale value of your home. This will make the home and its surroundings a more comfortable and healthy place to live. Energy efficiency can be achieved by adopting a more efficient technology to reduce energy utilization. Energy utilization can be measured in terms of energy, cost and carbon emission. This depends on the technique a building is constructed, insulated, heated, and ventilated.