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Home / Archived Article(s) by Author: Derek Lotts
    • Health

    Health and wellness trends that will define the “new normal”

    Derek Lotts     |      November 18, 2020

    The COVID outbreak has underlined the importance of staying fit and well, even when fitness and sporting facilities have been closed or limited in their capacity.

    • Human Interest

    Life After lockdown: How the coronavirus pandemic changed the way we design and live in our homes

    Derek Lotts     |      September 18, 2020

    From dedicated office spaces to more home entertainment options, the prolonged lock-downs of recent months are changing the ways in which we live in our homes.

    • Health

    5 design trends reshaping healthcare institutions

    Derek Lotts     |      August 6, 2020

    Health care institutions are being forced to adapt to the current pandemic, but are also looking to improve their services in terms of institutional design as well as the delivery of care.

    • Energy

    5 ways oil and gas firms are embracing sustainability

    Derek Lotts     |      July 8, 2020

    The world needs more long-term strategies that focus on sustainability rather than profit. With such an approach, even today’s oil and gas giants can stand the test of time, manage to reduce their carbon footprint, and enable growth.

    • Human Interest

    5 ways to cut your expenses during the coronavirus pandemic

    Derek Lotts     |      May 14, 2020

    The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on domestic finances as well as the national economy but simple measures to cut expenditure and perhaps boost income can help families survive the current lock-down.

    • Energy

    Home energy tips for autumn

    Derek Lotts     |      February 28, 2020

    Summer is drawing to a close, and attention will soon shift to retaining heat in our homes, rather than keeping it out. A few simple measures can help reduce waste, cutting bills and reducing the environmental toll of power generation.

    • Health

    Six ways to relax after work

    Derek Lotts     |      November 30, 2019

    Be it fishing, meditation or just a good crossword puzzle, we all need to find positive ways to wind down outside the workplace.

    • Energy

    Energy saving tips for your home

    Derek Lotts     |      September 27, 2019

    Australia has been widely criticised for its failure to curb its carbon emissions, but every householder can play their part – and save money on their bills – with a few simple energy saving precautions in their own home.

    • Health

    The best place to launch a healthy lifestyle? Your kitchen

    Derek Lotts     |      August 29, 2019

    Cooking nutritious meals at home is a great way to embark on a healthier lifestyle.

    • Energy

    Make your home more energy-efficient with these eco upgrades

    Derek Lotts     |      June 7, 2018

    Installing more efficient and ecologically friendly insulation and heating can reduce your energy bills as well as help reduce carbon emissions.

    • Health

    6 natural ways to protect your skin from the sun

    Derek Lotts     |      April 17, 2018

    It’s easy to forget the need for sun protection when we holiday abroad during winter or venture outdoors on sunny days. People who prefer to avoid commercial products must still safeguard their skin, and there are a range of strategies to make sure our skin enjoys the outdoors as much as we do.

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