Commercial Law is law relating to business, and often referred to as Business Law. There are many areas of Commercial Law and other areas of law that also affect business. Below is a summary of some of these.
ARBITRATION LAW
This is a way of settling legal disputes without entering the courtroom, something that can be helpful to many businesses. It involves someone, or a committee, acting as an arbitrator and independently looking at a case before making a decision as to a way forward. Usually in these cases the two parties will agree (and sign a legally binding contract) to go by whichever decision the arbitrator makes.
CONTRACT LAW
Throughout business, there are obviously many contracts of all types. There are contracts between employers and employee, stating details such as employees pay, holiday, working hours and what the job entails. There are also contracts between businesses and their clients stating what the business will deliver and how much they will be paid, and then there are contracts between businesses and other institutions, such as banks. Contract Law states the way in which contracts must be formatted and what should be included. Whether or not a contract is legally binding is sometimes argued. Contracts might be unreasonable or the contents illegal. There can also be disputes as to whether the terms of a contract have been broken, something that is illegal.
BANKING LAW
This includes and dealings involving banks and their relationships with a business. There are many regulations around banking so it is important for financial institutions to make sure they are following the law. There are regulations stating what banks are obliged to do, and what they must not do. There can be disputes between banks and businesses that go to court such as non-paid loans or banks acting unreasonably.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Unsurprisingly there are often disputes between businesses, or between and business and an individual. If clients are unhappy with the service they have received they may contest it. This means it is important that businesses fulfil their obligations; if they don’t they could be legally challenged.
EMPLOYMENT LAW
There are many laws around this area, which both employers and employees must fulfil. Employees must be paid at least minimum wage and are entitled to at least 4 weeks paid holiday (pro rata) per year. Employees must show up for work and do the job they are being paid for. There may be many other terms in a contract.
TAX LAW
All individuals and businesses who earn over a certain amount must pay tax. Employees who earn over the tax threshold must pay income tax. This is automatically taken from their pay as a percentage of their earning, which varies depending on what they are paid. Those who are self employed are responsible for working out their own tax, and will be held accountable should they fail to do so. Corporations must pay corporate tax on a percentage of their profits, although they can deduct money from their profits used for business expenses. This can be complex, and the law deals with those who break the law.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Charles Russell - Solicitors Cheltenham
Friday, April 30, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Solicitors pay across the Legal sectors
The pay of solicitors can depend on a number of factors. It largely depends on the nature of the case; both the sector of law it falls within and the specifics of the case. Different lawyers charge varying fees, something that is usually based on their experience and knowledge.
Commercial (business) lawyers will usually be among the highest paid. The outcome of some cases can have a major impact on a business’s future so they will have a high budget in terms of the amount they can spend on solicitor’s fees. Those that could be landmark cases can be extremely lucrative for businesses, or prevent them from financial ruin, so they are often wiling, and able to afford, the very best solicitors. This puts solicitors in a position where they are able to dictate high fees if they can demonstrate they are the best choice for the businesses concerned. Very large corporations spend large amounts on solicitors, not just for legal disputes, but in-house to make sure the legal side of the business is running smoothly. Therefore solicitors working for corporations such as Microsoft and Google will be on very high salaries. Solicitors acting on behalf of small local business will not be on anywhere near the same amount, so it does to an extent depend on the nature of the client. The best commercial lawyers, though, are the most highly paid across law.
Personal injury lawyers are often at the other end of the scale, and are generally low paid. There are many no win, no fee lawyers, where clients will only pay should their case be successful. The solicitors may still be paid if working for a firm, but not as much as in other areas of law, as there is no guarantee of the firm being paid. If a large case is won though then the firm, and solicitors, could be paid a significant amount as they will usually charge as a percentage of what the client gets. Therefore it depends more on the specifics of the case and its outcomes that the type of client. Most of this is specific to no win, no fee lawyers and not others working within the personal injury sector.
The pay of criminal law solicitors can vary significantly. This can be dependent on the client and the nature of the case. For example, solicitors who were working for Michael Jackson during his legal battles would have commanded high fees. He would have paid for the best solicitors money can buy, and therefore the best paid. The other end of the pay scale within criminal law are those who work on behalf of those who cannot afford to pay for their own solicitors. When someone is arrested they will be offered legal representation. These solicitors will be paid by the state, and will be earning significantly less than other criminal solicitors. People are more willing to pay higher charges for the best representation if they have been charged with more serious criminal offenses. They will usually pay more if potentially facing prison time than if they are accused of a minor driving offense, as they have more to lose should they not win.
A large number of factors will dictate the pay of family law solicitors. It can depend on how much a client can afford and the nature of the case. If children are involved in a divorce or there are large settlements involved such as property or large savings, then clients are more likely to be willing to pay more, and the case will require more work on behalf of the solicitors.
Pay within wills and probate law is not generally amongst the highest, but there are exceptions. If lawyers are acting on behalf of a client with a huge estate then the charge is higher, as solicitors fees’ are often based on a percentage of the estates total worth at the higher end of the market. For the will of someone with minimal savings and an average home the fees will be much lower.
Property solicitors are generally paid a percentage of what the property is being bought for. Therefore, what a solicitor will earn will be very different for a mansion worth £5 million than a two bedroom house being bought for £100,000.
Although some sectors of law are paid better than others, there are many factors that dictate this amount. Some clients will pay more than others, depending on their own wealth, how important they deem the case, and their personal preferences. More experiences solicitors, with a positive track record, will earn the most whichever sector they work within, as clients will be willing to pay them more and they are more likely to be used for cases deemed important by clients.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Commercial (business) lawyers will usually be among the highest paid. The outcome of some cases can have a major impact on a business’s future so they will have a high budget in terms of the amount they can spend on solicitor’s fees. Those that could be landmark cases can be extremely lucrative for businesses, or prevent them from financial ruin, so they are often wiling, and able to afford, the very best solicitors. This puts solicitors in a position where they are able to dictate high fees if they can demonstrate they are the best choice for the businesses concerned. Very large corporations spend large amounts on solicitors, not just for legal disputes, but in-house to make sure the legal side of the business is running smoothly. Therefore solicitors working for corporations such as Microsoft and Google will be on very high salaries. Solicitors acting on behalf of small local business will not be on anywhere near the same amount, so it does to an extent depend on the nature of the client. The best commercial lawyers, though, are the most highly paid across law.
Personal injury lawyers are often at the other end of the scale, and are generally low paid. There are many no win, no fee lawyers, where clients will only pay should their case be successful. The solicitors may still be paid if working for a firm, but not as much as in other areas of law, as there is no guarantee of the firm being paid. If a large case is won though then the firm, and solicitors, could be paid a significant amount as they will usually charge as a percentage of what the client gets. Therefore it depends more on the specifics of the case and its outcomes that the type of client. Most of this is specific to no win, no fee lawyers and not others working within the personal injury sector.
The pay of criminal law solicitors can vary significantly. This can be dependent on the client and the nature of the case. For example, solicitors who were working for Michael Jackson during his legal battles would have commanded high fees. He would have paid for the best solicitors money can buy, and therefore the best paid. The other end of the pay scale within criminal law are those who work on behalf of those who cannot afford to pay for their own solicitors. When someone is arrested they will be offered legal representation. These solicitors will be paid by the state, and will be earning significantly less than other criminal solicitors. People are more willing to pay higher charges for the best representation if they have been charged with more serious criminal offenses. They will usually pay more if potentially facing prison time than if they are accused of a minor driving offense, as they have more to lose should they not win.
A large number of factors will dictate the pay of family law solicitors. It can depend on how much a client can afford and the nature of the case. If children are involved in a divorce or there are large settlements involved such as property or large savings, then clients are more likely to be willing to pay more, and the case will require more work on behalf of the solicitors.
Pay within wills and probate law is not generally amongst the highest, but there are exceptions. If lawyers are acting on behalf of a client with a huge estate then the charge is higher, as solicitors fees’ are often based on a percentage of the estates total worth at the higher end of the market. For the will of someone with minimal savings and an average home the fees will be much lower.
Property solicitors are generally paid a percentage of what the property is being bought for. Therefore, what a solicitor will earn will be very different for a mansion worth £5 million than a two bedroom house being bought for £100,000.
Although some sectors of law are paid better than others, there are many factors that dictate this amount. Some clients will pay more than others, depending on their own wealth, how important they deem the case, and their personal preferences. More experiences solicitors, with a positive track record, will earn the most whichever sector they work within, as clients will be willing to pay them more and they are more likely to be used for cases deemed important by clients.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Who need PAT Testing?
PAT Testing stands for Portable Appliance Testing, and is used by many organisations to make sure portable appliances are safe for use. All types of organisations, from businesses to educational institutions, public organisations, and many others, use PAT testing to test the safety of appliances.
SCHOOLS
In all schools, the safety of students is paramount. Some of the most highly PAT tested equipment across all industries is IT equipment, and this is no different in schools. Over the last decade it has become more and more important to have computers in schools, so this has increased the potential risks of computers to students, and therefore increased the necessity of PAT Testing. This applies just as much to colleges and universities.
LANDLORDS
Landlords widely use PAT testing to make sure equipment within their properties are safe. Ultimately landlords are responsible for the safety of their tenants. In most homes there are many portable appliances and landlords must make sure the ones in properties they rent out are safe. Most kitchens, for example, are full of portable appliances, with a fridge, freezer, oven and microwave. These should all be PAT tested. If televisions, radios, or an iron are provided by landlords then these also need to be maintained, although if these are bought in and are the property of the tenant, then landlords are not responsible for them. Computers owned by tenants are also their own responsibility. Other appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers that come with the property should also be PAT tested.
OFFICES
Computer equipment are essential items in the modern office, as are traditional appliances such as telephones. It is the responsibility of employers to provide safe, fit for purpose equipment. PAT testing is the best way to ensure that all this equipment is safe. There are many other appliances that offices may have but this will depend on the specific purpose of the office. If an office has a kitchen for the use of employees then this may contain a kettle or a microwave, which also need to be kept safe.
COUNCILS
Councils are responsible for the public’s safety within their boundaries. Therefore any council owned buildings that contain portable appliances should be PAT tested. One example of this is libraries. Almost all libraries now have computers and these will need to be tested. Council offices will also need to be tested even if the general public won’t be visiting them as people who work for the council must also be kept safe.
HOTELS
Any equipment in a hotel needs to be safe to use, whether used by the hotels staff of paying customers. Computers so visitors can use the internet are commonplace in hotels these days, as are computers at the reception desk and in the office. Rooms often have kettles so customers can make their own tea and coffee, and there is also kitchen equipment used to prepare meals for customers.
These are just some examples of organisations that can make use of PAT testing services. There are numerous others beside these.
Andrew Marshall (c)
SCHOOLS
In all schools, the safety of students is paramount. Some of the most highly PAT tested equipment across all industries is IT equipment, and this is no different in schools. Over the last decade it has become more and more important to have computers in schools, so this has increased the potential risks of computers to students, and therefore increased the necessity of PAT Testing. This applies just as much to colleges and universities.
LANDLORDS
Landlords widely use PAT testing to make sure equipment within their properties are safe. Ultimately landlords are responsible for the safety of their tenants. In most homes there are many portable appliances and landlords must make sure the ones in properties they rent out are safe. Most kitchens, for example, are full of portable appliances, with a fridge, freezer, oven and microwave. These should all be PAT tested. If televisions, radios, or an iron are provided by landlords then these also need to be maintained, although if these are bought in and are the property of the tenant, then landlords are not responsible for them. Computers owned by tenants are also their own responsibility. Other appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers that come with the property should also be PAT tested.
OFFICES
Computer equipment are essential items in the modern office, as are traditional appliances such as telephones. It is the responsibility of employers to provide safe, fit for purpose equipment. PAT testing is the best way to ensure that all this equipment is safe. There are many other appliances that offices may have but this will depend on the specific purpose of the office. If an office has a kitchen for the use of employees then this may contain a kettle or a microwave, which also need to be kept safe.
COUNCILS
Councils are responsible for the public’s safety within their boundaries. Therefore any council owned buildings that contain portable appliances should be PAT tested. One example of this is libraries. Almost all libraries now have computers and these will need to be tested. Council offices will also need to be tested even if the general public won’t be visiting them as people who work for the council must also be kept safe.
HOTELS
Any equipment in a hotel needs to be safe to use, whether used by the hotels staff of paying customers. Computers so visitors can use the internet are commonplace in hotels these days, as are computers at the reception desk and in the office. Rooms often have kettles so customers can make their own tea and coffee, and there is also kitchen equipment used to prepare meals for customers.
These are just some examples of organisations that can make use of PAT testing services. There are numerous others beside these.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Christian attitudes to Divorce
In most religions marriage is sacred, although different religions have differing attitudes to divorce. The attitude of Christianity has altered slightly as society as a whole has become more accepting of divorce. Many consider Christianity as old fashioned, but in the area of divorce is has modernised somewhat with the times.
There are differing attitudes between the Roman Catholic Church and Protestants. Catholics are completely against divorce, and according to them it can only be dissolved by the death of one of the people involved in the marriage. The Catholic Church does allow annulments if a couple, or one half of a couple, can prove the marriage never existed in the correct form. Examples of reasons for annulment are if one party was forced into the marriage, the marriage was not consummated, or one of the couple does not want, or can’t have, children. Protestants do allow divorce, although it is discouraged unless there is no alternative and it is considered unreasonable to stay together. It also allows divorcees to remarry, as Protestants believe that God offers forgiveness, and therefore a second chance of a successful marriage. Divorce is disapproved but more accepting than the Catholic Church. Catholics believe marriage is an agreement with God, which can’t be broken, while Protestants believe that God will forgive people for a divorce.
Like most religions, Christians of all types believe that marriage should be sacred and last forever. Adultery is considered a sin as it breaks the marriage vow. According to Christianity, when a couple decide to marry they agree to live together and share their lives until death parts them, and they must remain faithful at all times. One of the purposes of a Christian marriage is to create a Christian family by bringing up children with Christian values.
General attitudes towards divorce have changed significantly over the last half a century. It used to be much more difficult to have a divorce accepted, and especially to remarry, both in terms of the law and the way it was perceived by society; divorce was largely frowned upon. This is no longer the case, and divorcees suffer no social disadvantages. It is now deemed perfectly acceptable for people to get divorced should they be unhappy within their marriage, and most consider this a good thing. Although few think of divorce as an option when they get married, if a marriage does not work out then it is an option. This hasn’t always been the case. Even when it was legalised many remained in unhappy marriages as they didn’t want the social stigma of being divorced. Although Christianity may not completely agree with the way things have changed it is has become much more accepting of divorce.
Andrew Marshall (c)
FLIP - Divorce Solicitors London- Family Law in Partnership are expert divorce lawyers who offer an ethical approach.
There are differing attitudes between the Roman Catholic Church and Protestants. Catholics are completely against divorce, and according to them it can only be dissolved by the death of one of the people involved in the marriage. The Catholic Church does allow annulments if a couple, or one half of a couple, can prove the marriage never existed in the correct form. Examples of reasons for annulment are if one party was forced into the marriage, the marriage was not consummated, or one of the couple does not want, or can’t have, children. Protestants do allow divorce, although it is discouraged unless there is no alternative and it is considered unreasonable to stay together. It also allows divorcees to remarry, as Protestants believe that God offers forgiveness, and therefore a second chance of a successful marriage. Divorce is disapproved but more accepting than the Catholic Church. Catholics believe marriage is an agreement with God, which can’t be broken, while Protestants believe that God will forgive people for a divorce.
Like most religions, Christians of all types believe that marriage should be sacred and last forever. Adultery is considered a sin as it breaks the marriage vow. According to Christianity, when a couple decide to marry they agree to live together and share their lives until death parts them, and they must remain faithful at all times. One of the purposes of a Christian marriage is to create a Christian family by bringing up children with Christian values.
General attitudes towards divorce have changed significantly over the last half a century. It used to be much more difficult to have a divorce accepted, and especially to remarry, both in terms of the law and the way it was perceived by society; divorce was largely frowned upon. This is no longer the case, and divorcees suffer no social disadvantages. It is now deemed perfectly acceptable for people to get divorced should they be unhappy within their marriage, and most consider this a good thing. Although few think of divorce as an option when they get married, if a marriage does not work out then it is an option. This hasn’t always been the case. Even when it was legalised many remained in unhappy marriages as they didn’t want the social stigma of being divorced. Although Christianity may not completely agree with the way things have changed it is has become much more accepting of divorce.
Andrew Marshall (c)
FLIP - Divorce Solicitors London- Family Law in Partnership are expert divorce lawyers who offer an ethical approach.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Election 2010: Education & Family Policies
The date for the 2010 general election has been called, with the vote to take place in under a month’s time on 6th May. One of the areas that is often key at election time are the policies relating to children and families. Here we take a look at the differing policies among the three main political parties on these issues.
Among Labour’s pledges for the upcoming election is that every child will leave school confident in literacy and numeracy, two areas that can be crucial in most people future, both personally and in employment. They have also promised to improve the state of school buildings, saying they will rebuild or refurbish all secondary and half of the primary schools in the coming years, although as yet they have not specified what “coming years” implies. Pupils achieving an A* to C grade in their GCSE’s is a priority for all schools, and Labour has specified that they expect at least 30% of pupils to achieve this in every school. They have stated that there will be a guarantee of a good education for all children, but have not specified how this will be judged. One to one tuition for pupils struggling with English and Maths is another Labour pledge.
Although no figures have been released, Labour have promised to increase child benefit and child tax credit. Childcare is another area important to many parents and Labour have stated that Mothers and Fathers will be more equal when it comes to parental leave and there will be a wider availability of childcare.
The Conservative Party are prioritising in part with attempting to raise the standard of teaching by raising the entry requirements for teacher training. They would also like to give head teachers more control, specifically allowing them to pay good teachers better. An interesting point they have made is that they would make it easier for schools to use reasonable force to combat violence in schools, but what is meant by reasonable force is unclear. They are also looking to reform the way children are taught and assessed. Should they win the election they will reform the national curriculum and overhaul key stage 2 tests, while bringing in a simple reading test at the age of 6.
The Tories have continuously states the importance of family in society and have promised to help hard working families. They have, though, vowed to limit the child trust fund to only the poorest families, likely to be those with an income of under £16,000 a year.
The Liberal Democrats have promised to reduce class sizes and offer more one-to-one tuition by providing school with an extra £2.5 billion to achieve this. They would also take steps to encourage higher performing schools to take more children from deprived backgrounds. They would also like to create a national diploma that would combine GCSE’s, A-levels and vocational qualifications.
Like the Conservatives, the Lib Dem’s plan to change the child trust fund, but they would take it even further, by scrapping the Labour introduced scheme altogether. They say they would spend the money saved to help children in other ways, specifically in education.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Among Labour’s pledges for the upcoming election is that every child will leave school confident in literacy and numeracy, two areas that can be crucial in most people future, both personally and in employment. They have also promised to improve the state of school buildings, saying they will rebuild or refurbish all secondary and half of the primary schools in the coming years, although as yet they have not specified what “coming years” implies. Pupils achieving an A* to C grade in their GCSE’s is a priority for all schools, and Labour has specified that they expect at least 30% of pupils to achieve this in every school. They have stated that there will be a guarantee of a good education for all children, but have not specified how this will be judged. One to one tuition for pupils struggling with English and Maths is another Labour pledge.
Although no figures have been released, Labour have promised to increase child benefit and child tax credit. Childcare is another area important to many parents and Labour have stated that Mothers and Fathers will be more equal when it comes to parental leave and there will be a wider availability of childcare.
The Conservative Party are prioritising in part with attempting to raise the standard of teaching by raising the entry requirements for teacher training. They would also like to give head teachers more control, specifically allowing them to pay good teachers better. An interesting point they have made is that they would make it easier for schools to use reasonable force to combat violence in schools, but what is meant by reasonable force is unclear. They are also looking to reform the way children are taught and assessed. Should they win the election they will reform the national curriculum and overhaul key stage 2 tests, while bringing in a simple reading test at the age of 6.
The Tories have continuously states the importance of family in society and have promised to help hard working families. They have, though, vowed to limit the child trust fund to only the poorest families, likely to be those with an income of under £16,000 a year.
The Liberal Democrats have promised to reduce class sizes and offer more one-to-one tuition by providing school with an extra £2.5 billion to achieve this. They would also take steps to encourage higher performing schools to take more children from deprived backgrounds. They would also like to create a national diploma that would combine GCSE’s, A-levels and vocational qualifications.
Like the Conservatives, the Lib Dem’s plan to change the child trust fund, but they would take it even further, by scrapping the Labour introduced scheme altogether. They say they would spend the money saved to help children in other ways, specifically in education.
Andrew Marshall (c)
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
How Mediterranean Interior Design differs from Northern Europe
Mediterranean style interior design is popular all over, not just within the Mediterranean itself. People associate the Mediterranean countries, such as Spain, Italy and Greece, with a laidback style of like and want to replicate this is their own homes. These areas are popular amongst Northern European holiday makers, so this style of living reminds them of being on holiday, meaning they want to recreate this feeling at home.
To Northern Europeans Mediterranean interior design is a simple, relaxed, traditional style, something that many like the look of. The feel of the home is important and it can make a genuine difference as to how people feel when they are in a room. Some rooms can be dark and depressing while others can be bright and breezy, and most people feel happier when sitting in a room with the latter style. It can be compared to the weather; most people feel better when outside in the sunshine with clear blue skies than when there are dark clouds and thunder.
Light colours are usually used in Mediterranean style interior design; colours such as yellow, orange and terracotta. This reflects the sunshine areas they live in and it is uplifting to be in such as room. Wrought iron fixtures are common place, especially on the exterior of buildings. Mosaic tiles are commonly used instead of the wallpaper used in other areas, and walls are often textured.
Furniture tends to be more simple and minimalistic in Mediterranean countries. This fits in with the whole simple design and is also practical. Indoor plants are also much more commonplace, and play an important role in the makeup of a Mediterranean home.
One area where Mediterranean homes differ from Northern European homes are the window decorations. Blinds and window shutters are used much more often than curtains. This is mainly for practical reasons, although many would argue blinds and shutters look better as well. They allow for temperature control which can be an advantage in warm climates, and they have louvers, or slats, that can be opened and closed to let in air and to either let the sunlight in or keep it out. Curtains have been generally more preferable in Northern Europe due to the weather as they can help insulate, although with the thick wooden materials used, so can shutters.
Like many areas of interior design, the differences here began due to practical reasons. This is not so necessary now though due to central heating and air conditioning. Wallpaper has traditionally been used in Northern Europe to help insulate, while tiles have been used in Mediterranean areas as they help keep a home cool in the summer. It is the same with the colours that have been used, with darker colours giving more or a warm feeling than lighter ones. The differing weather between Northern and Southern Europe is also part of the reason for the traditional furniture’s used. In Northern Europe lots of furniture, with big comfortable seating areas are used as lots of time in the winter is spent indoors. The more minimalist traditions in the Mediterranean are more reflective of the time spent outdoors in the longer, warmer summers.
Andrew Marshall (c)
To Northern Europeans Mediterranean interior design is a simple, relaxed, traditional style, something that many like the look of. The feel of the home is important and it can make a genuine difference as to how people feel when they are in a room. Some rooms can be dark and depressing while others can be bright and breezy, and most people feel happier when sitting in a room with the latter style. It can be compared to the weather; most people feel better when outside in the sunshine with clear blue skies than when there are dark clouds and thunder.
Light colours are usually used in Mediterranean style interior design; colours such as yellow, orange and terracotta. This reflects the sunshine areas they live in and it is uplifting to be in such as room. Wrought iron fixtures are common place, especially on the exterior of buildings. Mosaic tiles are commonly used instead of the wallpaper used in other areas, and walls are often textured.
Furniture tends to be more simple and minimalistic in Mediterranean countries. This fits in with the whole simple design and is also practical. Indoor plants are also much more commonplace, and play an important role in the makeup of a Mediterranean home.
One area where Mediterranean homes differ from Northern European homes are the window decorations. Blinds and window shutters are used much more often than curtains. This is mainly for practical reasons, although many would argue blinds and shutters look better as well. They allow for temperature control which can be an advantage in warm climates, and they have louvers, or slats, that can be opened and closed to let in air and to either let the sunlight in or keep it out. Curtains have been generally more preferable in Northern Europe due to the weather as they can help insulate, although with the thick wooden materials used, so can shutters.
Like many areas of interior design, the differences here began due to practical reasons. This is not so necessary now though due to central heating and air conditioning. Wallpaper has traditionally been used in Northern Europe to help insulate, while tiles have been used in Mediterranean areas as they help keep a home cool in the summer. It is the same with the colours that have been used, with darker colours giving more or a warm feeling than lighter ones. The differing weather between Northern and Southern Europe is also part of the reason for the traditional furniture’s used. In Northern Europe lots of furniture, with big comfortable seating areas are used as lots of time in the winter is spent indoors. The more minimalist traditions in the Mediterranean are more reflective of the time spent outdoors in the longer, warmer summers.
Andrew Marshall (c)
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