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Space: the element that interior design forgot

WestLothian Courier — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:17:00 GMT

Space is regarded as one of the main elements of interior design, along with line, form, texture and colour. If ‘line’ is one of the more obvious elements (incorporating the horizontal, vertical, diagonal and the curve), space is definitely one of the most important. It is, however, an oft forgotten element in modern interior design. When entering any project, an interior designer will be tasked with planning and managing the use of space. Space is regarded as one of the main elements of interior design, along with line, form, texture and colour. If ‘line’ is one of the more obvious elements (incorporating the horizontal, vertical, diagonal and the curve), space is definitely one of the most important. It is, however, an oft forgotten element in modern interior design. When entering any project, an interior designer will be tasked with planning and managing the use of space.

Online Bingo Pays Out

WestLothian Courier — Wed, 11 May 2011 15:45:00 GMT

Did you know that online bingo is as popular as bingo played in halls all across the country? Thanks to websites like Jackpotjoy.com, everyone can enjoy playing bingo and other top quality casino-style games without ever having to leave the comfort of their own homes. Players have the chance to win as much money online as they do when they go out with their daubers in hand. If sitting at home with your dressing gown and slippers on is more appealing to you while playing bingo, then you need to visit this fantastic website. Jackpotjoy is one of the most popular online gaming sites in the United Kingdom. The website offers its players an affordable and safe place to enjoy a wide variety of games that range from bingo to slots to other casino-style games. The website has been fully licensed and registered in London, Stoke-on-Trent and Gibraltar, and is owned by the Gamesys Group. Considered one of the leading online gaming companies, Gamesys Group has gone out of its way to ensure that Jackpotjoy.com attracts you time and time again. Mrs. Selina M’s win, on 28th April, made her a believer that you can win while playing on bingo sites; “I am very happy indeed, feeling great to see that I can win!" If you also want the ability to play casino games in addition to bingo, then Jackpotjoy is the only website you will ever need to visit; it’s not just a bingo site. Bingo 75 is a very basic bingo game that offers you different patterns on your cards to keep the game interesting. There are numerous rooms you can play in and each card costs only 10 pence. There are games available which allow you to chat with other players while you are marking off your cards, giving the room the feel of a regular, live action bingo game. Jackpotjoy.com is famous for its jackpot games and you can find progressive jackpot games in the Bingo 75 area if you want to go for a bigger challenge and win more money. If you run into any problems in the game, there are chat hosts available at all times to help you out. It is very easy to play Bingo 75; you purchase standard bingo cards that are numbered from one to 75 and you mark off the numbers as they are called. At the beginning of the game, the bingo caller will tell you what pattern is being looked for. This pattern is also displayed in the upper left corner of the game window. Once you have successfully completed the pattern, you call bingo and win. Keep in mind that you do not have to mark just the boxes needed for the pattern. Some games also reward you for all of the boxes that have been marked correctly. Bingo 75 also offers players a chat option. There is a small chat screen at the bottom of the page that allows you to type a short message and send it to the other players in the room. This feature gives you the chance to meet new people and find groups that you enjoy playing with again and again; you can even add emoticons and smiley faces to your conversations. Bingo games are not the only games you can find at Jackpotjoy.com. There is a wide range of instant scratch cards you can enjoy if you are looking for something to do for a short period of time. There are also multi line slot machines on the site if you prefer upping the stakes beyond a single line payout. Card players will appreciate the different video poker games on the site and the bingo players will have fun racing to call bingo. You can also find prize awarding games based on popular video games such as Bejewelled, Monopoly and Zuma, or the popular television show Deal or No Deal. If you enjoy playing these types of games, Jackpotjoy is where to find them. This is a website that offers something for everyone. What makes Jackpotjoy stand out from the crowd is that it is focussed on more than just winning. Yes, the website does feature large jackpots across numerous games; however, it also aims to provide a fun, relaxing environment for its users.

Top 10 Cheap London Hotels

WestLothian Courier — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 15:34:00 GMT

Looking for cheap hotels in London and just can’t decide? The power of the Internet often has us going into overload, especially when it comes to the sheer quantity of prices, deals and offers that it throws at us. Well, worry no more because we’ve done the leg work for you and compiled our top 10 budget hotels in the UK capital.10. Holly House HotelThe Holly House is probably the cheapest bed and breakfast hotel in Victoria and is just a stone’s throw from the tube station to boot. It may be a little pokey, but for the price you can barely complain. Prices start from £40 per night.9. Premier InnNo matter where you want to stop, there are loads of these dotted around the city. With bed and breakfast facilities, decent sized rooms and an easy check in service, it’s perfect for a budget stay in the heart of the metropolis. Prices start from £40 per night.8. Queen’s Park HotelThe Queen’s Park Hotel boasts an exceptionally low price for a London three star hotel. All rooms are fitted with en suite facilities and breakfast is available every day. For those looking to do a bit of sightseeing, you will be just five minutes' walk from Kensington Palace. Prices start at around £60 per night.7. Holiday Inn ExpressVery much like the Premier Inn, the Holiday Inn Express offers a suitable room for a couple of days' stay in the capital. Book early enough and you could grab a room at an exceptionally low price with breakfast facilities available and an easy online booking service. Prices start from £24 per night.6. Huttons HotelJust five minutes' walk away from Victoria Station, Huttons is in the very heart of the city. This plush-looking hotel offers a wide range of facilities and breakfast as standard. Some rooms even have the luxury of a balcony and staff are always pleasant and friendly. Prices start from around £60 per night.5. Umi HotelSituated in Bayswater just a stone’s throw from Notting Hill, this hotel is a cut above the rest. It has a three star rating like many of the other mid-range hotels in the area, but the standard found is generally much higher. The hotel features a wonderful restaurant as well as its own private garden and the staff are always friendly and happy to help. Prices start from around £60 per night.4. Mayflower HotelThis wonderful boutique hotel oozes elegance in a startling unique environment. There is a choice in the Mayflower between standard, executive or luxury rooms, but even the bottom rung on the ladder will feel comfortable enough to stay for weeks. This three star hotel offers breakfast as standard and features its own bar and parking facilities for guests. You can find the Mayflower in Bayswater just a few minutes’ walk from the underground. Prices start from around £70 per night. 3. TravelodgeTravelodge is perhaps the most consistent budget hotel chain in the country for price and quality. The chain offers a massive selection of places to stay across London with en suite facilities, included breakfast, easy check in and online booking. Prices will vary depending on booking time, but those who plan early enough could find themselves paying peanuts for a room in the centre of the capital. Prices start from £19 per night.2. Easy HotelIn very much the same vein as Travelodge, Easy Hotel offers a very minimalist service for a tiny price. The chain is owned by the same outfit that runs easyJet, the low cost airline, and much like its parent company; it offers a basic service with the option to add in extras if needed. The rooms are very clean and provide guests with any basics they require. Booking in advance is recommended to make some bumper savings. Prices start from £25 per night.1. Tune HotelTune Hotels are a widely known no frills chain hailing from Asia, and this particular hotel situated in Westminster is its first opening in Europe. Its slogan sells the accommodation as 'five star beds at one star prices'