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LINK: Lighting design 101

Here is a link to a great article by Craig DiLouie, Lighting Industry Journalist, in Electrical Contractor:

EVALUATING LIGHT SOURCES

Not so technical that a smart layperson can't understand the concepts, Craig does a great job here of explaining what lighting designers try to accomplish in lighting a room, architectural structure or landscape.

More importantly, he teaches us what those cryptic codes on the new lighting labels mean, and how to use them to make better choices at your lighting supplier store.

Also, some fabulous images, courtesy of Peter Ngai, that illustrate the concepts.

Peggy


Point Source Linear Source Area Source

Craig's description:

Electrical Contractor recently published an article I wrote about a simple methodology for evaluating light sources based on a basic series of questions:

• What is the distribution of the light?

                                          Distribution is measured in candelas (cd).

• How long does the lamp last?

                                          Service life is measured in hours.

• How much light does it produce?

                                           Light output is measured in lumens (Lm).

• How much electric power does the system require?

                                           Power is measured in watts (W).

• How efficient is it compared to others?

                                           Efficacy is measured in lumens per watt (LPW).

• What is the color appearance of the source?

                                           Color tone is measured in kelvins (K).

• How well does the source render colors?

                                           Color rendering is expressed on the color rendering index (CRI).

Paneer Bruschetta

I have started loving various international cuisines. I am trying to prepare a fusion dish by blending the Indian vegetables in different recipes around the world. In simple words, an international cuisine fit for an Indian family. A few samples from my stable are the Chickpea Burger, Spinach Pasta and Quick Pizza etc.

Now in a similar manner, I have prepared Paneer (Cottage Cheese) Bruschetta from Anjum Anand's "I Love Curry". This fusion dish came out very well and everyone in my family liked it. Next time, I am planning to make my own Indian version of topping thereby trying to experiment more on fusion dishes.

Bruschetta is an Italian Snack or Appetizer which consists of a toasted bread slice topped with meat or any vegetables. It is very easy to prepare and only the topping differs from one variety to another. You can be creative with the selection of the topping so as to make your own version.

Basic Information:
Preparation and Cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4 (Makes 8 slices)

Ingredients:

Baguette/Ciabatta/Any Italian loaf - 1 no, cut into 1 inch thinkness diagonally

Paneer - 1/2 cup, crumbled

Capsicum - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Onion - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons , finely chopped

Cherry/Plum tomatoes - 4 nos, quartered

Olive oil - 1 teaspoon + extra for toasting the bread

Pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon / as required

Salt - to taste

Method:

1) Take the crumbled panner in the mixing bowl.

2) Add onion, capsicum, coriander leaves and cherry tomatoes. Toss it well.

3) Season with salt and pepper. Add olive oil and toss well again. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Keep it aside.

4) Coat both the sides of bread slice with olive oil and toast it in the pan/skillet untill crisp and slightly turns brown.

5) Place generous a or two tablespoon of mixture on the bread slice and serve.

Note:

1) Instead of toasting the bread, you can also bake them. Place the bread slices in the 180C preheated oven and bake it for 5 minutes or until crisp.

2) Try to use fresh paneer for best results.

I'm linking this recipe to Srivalli's Blogging Marathon #12 under the theme of paneer. Check out what others are cooking by clicking it here.

Leaking bathroom

Due to old tile in the shower a slow leak developed. This led to a basement leak. In the tear out process a problem with mold and mildew was found. This can cause all sorts of heath issues. The leaking also caused rotting wood. The problem fix was to either install a fiberglass shower surround or make a beautiful modern tiled shower.
Lots of tearing out of the old was done, then cement board was installed along with a good sealer. Then the tile started going up. The end result was a gorgeous, modern shower with a clear glass door to enhance the beauty of the shower. Also some beautiful inset shelves were installed for a place to set shampoos and conditioners.