Ryan Tedderbear

Ryan Tedder is one Teddy Bear that I'd love to cuddle with during my nightly six to eight hours of shut-eye. However, I don't know if his strict Christian upbringing would allow for such male to male bedtime magic.

Kelly Clarkson!

Anyhow, the whole point of this post was to talk about his music, so let's start, shall we? Ever since his production of Bleeding Love, I've loved Ryan's music. His signature bum-ba-da-bum-bum beat got to me every time, and his lush backings provided the perfect accompaniment. With that said, at some point within the last two years, many, myself included, began noticing a lack of growth in his artistry. He seemed to use the same exact beat in every single song, to the point where his beats became less of a signature and more of a gimmick (although, quite a good one) employed by a one trick thick-thighed stallion. Even Kelly Clarkson (the Queen of honesty in the corrupt mess that is the music industry) fell out with Tedder, fairly alleging that he recycled the beat from Beyoncé's angelic Halo for her track, Already Gone. Of course, Ryan disputed her claim. Still, I side with Kelly. Just take a listen to both tracks! They sound so similar, but Beyoncé's features a synthy soundscape, while Kelly's is a bit more rock'n'roll.

Thankfully, Ryan has begun to change it up a bit. Interestingly, there's no sense of consistency; sometimes he resorts back to his old beat pattern (i.e. Gavin Degraw's Not Over You), while other times, he really stretches his artistic boundaries, experimenting in a multitude of genres. Just take a listen to the bluesy Motown fare that is Adele's Rumor Has It, an absolute masterpiece; the retro rocker that is Gavin Degraw's Sweeter; and the danceilicious club banger that is Kat McPhee's Touch Me, as featured on the TV show, Smash (aka the talented Debra Messing's ill-fated hope for a career resurgence). In all three songs, we see Ryan creating new beat sequences and working in musical styles he's never touched before (myself included). He himself has stated that there are certain artists who are able to get the best out of producers, and whatever it is in these three that inspires him, we hope that he keeps receiving it.

Clearly, this man has great creative potential, so I can't quite understand why he doesn't tap it (or me? Tedderbear, you there?). Does he feel safer repeating a proven formula? If so, he shouldn't feel so secure in his ways; with each repetition, his work slips further down the charts. In an NPR interview, Ryan admitted that the music he enjoys is completely unlike the material he creates. That music is far more classic. As of late, though, Ryan seems to be incorporating elements of his personal taste into his output. With the current success of indie/alternative in the POP mainstream, we have faith that this creatively-fueled production will pay off in spades. He's even asked 2012's Grammy-winning Producer of the Year, Paul Epworth (Adele's Rolling in the Deep, Florence & the Machine's 2nd album, Ceremonials), to lend a hand in the making of OneRepublic's next album. This only further emphasizes Ryan's appreciation for fresh, experimental sounds. As much as we've enjoyed the sugar POP of Dr. Luke, we sense more passion in Ryan's best work. It seems like Ryan really enjoys the craft of making music, regardless of genre, while Luke only becomes more of a hit-factory with the passing of time. This is quite a shame, since the Doc has produced some of the best (and worst) music we've heard in the past five to ten years. We're crossing our fingers that our Ryan Tedderbear doesn't meet the same fate.

Unapologetically,

Gregory
Mr. Tedderbear's Dream Lover (Hey, Mariah!)

Burberry World Live - Film, Music and Digital Weather - Launches in Taipei.

To celebrate the opening of their nearly 15,000 square foot flagship store in Taiwan (shown above), Burberry World Live, a 360 immersive experience, began in Taipei on 26 April 2012.



Christopher Bailey designed a custom cylindrical space that brought to life the Burberry worlds of British Heritage, Fashion, Music and Weather to celebrate the opening of the Burberry Taiwan flagship store at Taipei 101.





Combining an eight part 360 degree film, a live musical performance and digital weather experience, Burberry World Live will tour cities globally including London, Hong Kong and Chicago later this year.

This multi sensory experience is the first to blur the physical and digital dimensions of the brand.

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Kate Middleton and Prince Willam Barbie Dolls

Each plastic model, measuring 11.5 inches tall, replicates the original wedding costumes worn by the royal couple who wed at Westminster Abbey on April 29 last year.
The Duchess of Cambridge doll will see Kate wearing a lace white dress and veil similar to the Alexander McQueen design she wore on her big day.

Launched to coincide with their one-year wedding anniversary, the dolls are aimed at adult collectors.
On sale from April, The Barbie Collector Royal Wedding William and Catherine Doll Set can be pre-ordered now on Amazon for £99.99.


A spokesman for toy manufacturer Mattel said: 'Available in April timed to their one year wedding anniversary, the gift set features the two wearing outfits inspired by their regal wedding day attire.'
The pair follow in the footsteps of a number of other famous faces, including Harry Potter author JK Rowling, who have also been immortalised by the U.S. toy manufacturer.
But isn't the first time that the couple have been recreated in doll form.
Last August Hamleys unveiled the Prince William and Princess Catherine Engagement Dolls by British toy company Arklu costing £100.
Read more: http://www.metro.co.uk/news/890354-prince-william-and-kate-middleton-royal-wedding-barbie-dolls-unveiled#ixzz1tWW95YWC

Marla Sokoloff

The American Actress Marla Sokoloff

Personal Details

Full name : Marla Lynne Sokoloff

Born on : 19 December 1980

Place of birth : San Francisco, California, U.S.

Profession : Actress, Musician

Year Active : 1993–present

Height : 5' 3" (1.60 m)

Biography

The one of the famous celebrities Marla Lynne Sokoloff (born December 19, 1980) is an American actress and musician, recognized for playing the part of Lucy Hatcher on the TV show The Practice, and Gia Mahan on the ABC sitcom, Full House. Marla began landing roles on some popular television series including "Home Improvement" (1991), "Party of Five" (1994), "3rd Rock from the Sun" (1996), and "7th Heaven" (1996). On the big screen, she have appeared in the films The Baby-Sitters Club (1995), True Crime (1995) (V), and Whatever It Takes (2000).

Awards and Nominations

Screen Actors Guild Awards
Year	Award	Category	Result
2001	Actor	Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for: "The Practice" (1997).	Nominated
2000	Actor	Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for: "The Practice" (1997).	Nominated
1999	Actor	Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for: "The Practice" (1997).	Nominated

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The Miwa House, An Award-Winning Custom Home by Phil Kean Designs.

“Miwa”, a modern, custom home by Phil Kean Designs, Inc., earned one of the home building industry’s highest honors when it captured the coveted Golden Aurora Award in the 2011 Aurora Awards design competition presented at the 33rd annual Southeast Building Conference (SEBC).




Judges’ comments included this from Ed Binkley, AIA, Ed Binkley Design, Winter Park, FL: “This contemporary home blew away the competition from start to finish”, a complete package with clean lines; a spectacular entrance draws in you and does not disappoint. Continuity flows throughout with style, design and merchandising each complimenting and creating a complete package.”




This contemporary home features clean lines and extensive details, a unique entrance of floating steps over moving water, attractive focal points, great flows of volumes and spaces, and incorporates large areas of indoor/outdoor living on both levels.





The challenge was to connect the main home to the existing guest house which was accomplished with a center garden and floating step walkway which mimics the main home’s entrance.




The garden features a fountain, fire pit, pool, outdoor arbor dining area, and LED lighting under the floating steps. Taking aging in place into consideration, there are master suites on both levels, elevator, and garage entrance.






The home’s great room and kitchen open to the lanai, summer kitchen, and garden via folding and pocketing glass doors and uses a retractable screen concealed in the lanai. When the screen is lowered, it holds up to 90% of the home’s conditioned air and keeps out insects. The 2nd floor master and exercise rooms open to balconies.

Foyer, stairs and great room:



Dining area:

Kitchen:


Master Bedroom Suite:



Master Bath:

Alt Master suite:


The home also has a theater room, library, and office/workshop with Murphy bed.

Theater Room:



This home was built for empty nesters who have long term guests, hence the private main residence and the close but not too close guest house.





Golden Aurora
Winner: Phil Kean Designs
Category Name: CUSTOM HOME (One of a Kind) Over $3,000,001

For Project: Miwa located in Winter Park, FL
Team Members include: Phil Kean Designs; Evergreen Consulting; CRT Studio, Inc.; Cabinetry Creations; and Harvey Smith Photography
Size of Unit: 4728
Sales Price: $3,020,000.00

In addition to the Golden Aurora, Phil Kean Designs, Inc. was honored with Awards for Best of State, Kitchen, Interior Detailing, and Interior Merchandising.

The nationally recognized Aurora Awards honor builders, planners, architects, developers, designers, interior merchandisers and other housing-related professionals in a 12-state region stretching from Texas to Virginia plus the Eastern Caribbean.

Phil Kean Designs, Inc. partnered with CRT Studio, Inc. and Cabinetry Creations to produce the 4,728-square-foot, $3 million luxury home in Winter Park that a team of independent judges deemed the best of more than 200 entries.

CRT Studio strives to create artistic, poetic, interior environments that create balance and harmony for our clients and their spaces. Through design communication, conversation and execution we make each project a distinct realization of their dreams.

images courtesy of Phil Kean Designs, The Auroras and CRT Studio