Published documents by Dominic Donaldson

2009

Body modification for aesthetic augmentation has been an established practice for many years around the world. From lip plates in Ethiopian cattle herding tribes to lip piercings on the streets of Chelmsford, the results desired from improving ones appearance are all the same; to be more attractive. Every culture has a different idea about what being attractive actually is, and while western...

Aerial Photos In Modern Cartography Published on 07/03/2009

The skill behind cartography is many thousands of years old. The origins of the first ever map are unclear, but there are many examples of mapping painted and etched on to walls and in sacred documents. Developments in cartography have hinged on the progress of technology. Observation based cartography gave way to land survey based information in the advent of magnetic mapping tools. This...

Could Scotland Jobs Get The Boost They Need From Shipbuilding Published on 06/03/2009

It seems that every day the latest news stories are a mixture of markets depreciating and jobs being lost, as the global economic downturn continues to wreak havoc across the globe. So when there is a news story which seems to fly in the face of all this negativity it stands out like a shining light. Scotland jobs have received a major boost with news that Clyde shipyards have secured a...

The Busy Background Of Brilliant Business Cards Published on 05/03/2009

The concept of a business card has been a powerful tool for companies and individuals for a long time. But did you know that during the reign of King Louis XIV they were being used? Or that early business cards were made out of copperplate? Here we look at business cards and how they have been developed throughout history to how they are used today. Before business cards came around in...

Your Money Or Your Life - How Safety Services Can Save Both Published on 05/03/2009

Health and safety in the workplace is a serious issue. Company losses due to injury and accidents can be enormous over the course of the year, and if the company have been found to be negligent when it comes to maintenance, there is the possibility that a large sum of money will have to be paid out. Hazards can be as diverse as mould inhalation to injury from industrial equipment; to ensure...

A Guide To Venues For Every Occasion Published on 05/03/2009

For every special occasion there is always the perfect venue that will add a unique touch to your day. Whether you are getting married, celebrating a birthday or just holding an important meeting the venue in which you choose to conduct this can be very important. From exuberant hotels to country retreats choosing your surroundings for your event should be as important as the event itself. Here...

How To Choose Care Homes In East Anglia Published on 05/03/2009

When parents or relatives become older and need more help around the home, it may be time to start thinking about care homes. East Anglia has a wide variety of sheltered housing, residential care homes and nursing homes for elderly people of all abilities. So whether your relative needs care due to illness, or just wants help with day to day activities, there is a care option available. To...

Iconic Cookware To Treasure Forever Published on 05/03/2009

Pick up any glossy magazine off the shelves of a newsagent, and you are likely to be faced with a barrage of designer goods from Gucci bags to Yves St Laurent perfume. We are continuously being encouraged to spend our money on top of the range products in every aspect of our lives, but there are some items that bring a lot more pleasure than others when it comes to designer appreciation. If...

The Art Behind Selecting Home Furnishings Published on 04/03/2009

As an interior designer, I am often asked what the latest trends in homes furnishings are, which is actually a harder question to answer than you might think. Trends lie in home decor, not home furnishings. Changing the colour and fabric of cushion covers, painting a kitchen wall and buying new lampshades are all easy ways to update the look of your home. Trends in home furnishings are slow...

Responsible Garden Irrigation Doesn\'t Have To Be Hard Work Published on 04/03/2009

Hindsight is a wonderful thing. For some of us there isn\'t a day goes by when we don\'t think, I wish I\'d done that differently or if only I\'d known that before. Most times it\'s just idle speculation or wishful thinking but occasionally it takes on a more weighty importance, as is the case when it comes to water. For years, as a society, we have taken one of our most precious resources for...