Limewashed walls are all the rage right now, offering a rich matte finish and depth of texture that is unmatched in other paints or finishes. The Color Atelier is proud to partner with AD100 and designer Sarah Sherman Samuel to bring us seven distinct shades, each more inviting than the next. Environmentally friendly, artisianally crafted, and luxuriously opaque, the mineral-based paints are made in small batches in their California warehouse, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and exceptional quality. The Sarah Sherman Samuel for Color Atelier shades include White Sands, Buttercup Yellow, Sweet Berry, Desert Red, Olive You, Summer Sky, and Warm Night. Modern, reserved, and functional, letting the texture of the limewash shine, this collection elevates any space.The seven hues span the breadth of the color wheel, offering muted options with White Sands and Warm Night, while also including natural tones such as Buttercup Yellow, Desert Red, or Summer Sky. Sophisticated yet approachable, the limewashed hues offer a muted texture at first glance, but the subtle variations of the limewash application are where the beauty lies. No application exactly the same, the texture is built through layers of paint, achieving either an opaque look or going completely solid.Desert Red: Earthy orange-brown tones reminiscent of brick and clay.Limewash paint has multiple sustainability benefits, having been used for over two thousand years. As Joe Wooten, head of product at Domingue Architectural Finishes in Houston, puts it, It is not just a product, but a philosophy. As designers must consider the life cycle of the products they use, limewash paint is a beautiful response to the usually toxic nature of most wall finishes. By nature, the paint is naturally-derived and contains no chemicals, making it a great choice for those with children or anyone that wants to create a healthy home. Limewash paint is exactly as described: limestone dust, water, and pigment are all that is needed to create a durable and beautiful wall covering.Olive You: A grounding olive green.Summer Sky: A cool blue with a touch of lavender, evoking clear skies.Buttercup Yellow: A soft, creamy yellow that feels inviting.Sweet Berry: A deep, rich berry hue for a bold, sophisticated ambiance.Color Atelier was founded by the wife-and-husband team Burcu K. and Olivier Garnier, and is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. We are incredibly excited to collaborate with Sarah Sherman Samuel, whose design philosophy perfectly aligns with our commitment to quality, sustainability and artistry, shares Burcu Garnier. This collection captures the essence of both our brands.Warm Night: A warm black with subtle brown undertones for a refined finish.White Sands: A warm ivory that creates a soothing, airy feel.Sarah Sherman Samuel is a AD 100 designer, bringing her unique eye to interiors, product, and styling with ease. The mind behind the SSS Edit, she started her journey in 2012 to chronicle her favorite brands, design tips, DIY projects, travel guides, and fashion go-tos. The SSS Edit can be categorized as a design reference library, featuring peeks into her client projects, as well as her picks for decor, fashion, and travel.Sarah Sherman SamuelTo learn more about the Sarah Sherman Samuel for Color Atelier collection, visit coloratelierpaint.com.Photography courtesy of Color Atelier.

German outdoor furniture brand DEDON has been evolving the spirit of lifestyle spaces since 1990 while redefining sustainable splendor and energy along the way. Recently, the brand celebrated 15 years of the SEASHELL collection with SEASHELL NUO, the addition of three chairs that perfectly complement the familys existing pieces. Alongside this expansion is another, the KIDA collection. New faces includeATOLO, FLLAIR, and MU, which introduces the use of DEDONs new Mystique Fiber.ATOLO by Claudio BelliniDesigned by Claudio Bellini, who boasts expertise in furniture, products, and interior design, ATOLO relies on juxtaposition and fluidity for the release of self-expression. Leaning on his travels as well as a passion for sailing, Bellinis work feels sophisticated, beautiful, and worldly. The designer referenced an archipelago of atolls, which led to ATOLOs name and modularity. Its bold curves are meant to give you the feeling of floating through the surrounding waters. Thanks to the remarkable combination of DEDON Fiber and the expertise of the DEDON master weavers, we achieved an excellent harmony of elements and details, says Claudio Bellini.ATOLO by Claudio BelliniATOLO by Claudio BelliniA family of three lounge chair, footstool, and 2-seater the low profiles throughout the collection allow each piece to feel grounded, able to stand on its own or together. ATOLOs intricate weave adds a further organic touch to its abundance of curves.Available in five colorways, each consisting of three DEDON Fiber tones woven together, youll surely feel like youre in the Mediterranean in no time!Claudio BelliniFLLAIR by Samuel WilkinsonAlready known for his sustainable furniture and product designs that harmoniously blend form, function, craftsmanship, and detail, Samuel Wilkinson adds FLLAIR to DEDONs offerings. The designers first dining collection for the brand strikes a balance of resilience and softness borrowed from the town of Fiskardo, located on the northern tip of the Greek island of Kefalonia. My intention was to design a collection that not only captivates instantly with its graphic aesthetic but also brings further delight through exploring the intricate detailing, shares Samuel Wilkinson.FLLAIR by Samuel WilkinsonFLLAIR by Samuel WilkinsonThe armchair and round table base give off vibes of serene coastal living at its finest, with plenty of detail and a semi-open weave that drapes over them. DEDONs master weavers have created a cross-weave pattern that highlights FLLAIRs curves, including an ergonomic backrest thats oh so inviting. While a variety of DEDON Fiber textures are used, youll notice a wide, horizontal strip accentuates every contour thats meant as a call-out to Greeces coastline. FLLAIR comes in several color options, each consisting of a weave of three tones.Samuel WilkinsonSEASHELL NUO Grand Wing Chair by Jean-Marie MassaudDesigner Jean-Marie Massaud and DEDON are celebrating 15 years of SEASHELL with SEASHELL NUO, the addition of three pieces of seating created using DEDONs EcoCycle Fiber. The new side chair, armchair, and lounge chair are manufactured in lightweight aluminum, allowing for easy adaptability and stacking. The trio all sport a slightly angular back to provide support where its needed most. The SEASHELL GRAND wing chair is the real show-stopper. With a high back and sloped armrests in a mesh weave, Massaud hopes to create the feeling of sitting in your own personal shell! This evolution of SEASHELL inspires the idea of continuity in time, the consistency of products we love for a long time, reveals Jean-Marie Massaud.SEASHELL NUO Armchair by Jean-Marie MassaudSEASHELL NUO Lounge Chair by Jean-Marie MassaudHandcrafted by the brands master weavers, SEASHELL NUOs seating is made using renewable, plant-based resources that unite craftsmanship and innovation. DEDON EcoCycle Fiber is derived from sugarcane, a 90% renewable plant-based material alternative to fossil fuel-based products that doesnt compromise on style. In fact, it offers the same look and feel as DEDON Fiber, along with strength and weather resistance. Choose from a selection of natural colors that pull from the hidden gems and sea life of the ocean.SEASHELL NUO Side Chair by Jean-Marie MassaudJean-Marie MassaudKIDA Lounge Chair by Stephen BurksThe second expanded collection DEDON is Stephen BurksKIDA. Renowned for pulling handiwork into his designs, Burk often collaborates with international artisans and craftspeople. Its been given room to thrive in KIDAs new lounge chair, which joins the previously released hanging lounge chair and armchair in the series. Cradle-like in form, the lounge chairs seating feels creative and inviting, while featuring an ergonomic design and upholstery thats nothing short of pure comfort and luxury. Ive always thought of KIDA as a collection, a family of products that invites extreme comfort, gatherings, and escape, Stephen Burks adds.KIDA Lounge Chair by Stephen BurksThe KIDA seating collection is the first of the brands offerings to be wrapped, rather than woven, in DEDON Fiber. Its lightweight, powder-coated aluminum frame is lightweight yet sturdy, with a soft seat cushion and fixed head cushion perfect for relaxing. Choose from three striped color ways, including the multicolor seen here thats a real crowd-pleaser.Stephen BurksMU by Toan NguyenRounding out DEDONs new releases is Toan Nguyens modular MU lounge system. The designer loves collaborating with international firms that equally value high quality and craftsmanship, so the pairing made for a great match. Attention to detail, from the weave to the legs, adds to the appeal of MUs adaptability and compact size. But dont let that deter you from adding the seating to larger spaces to create intimate groupings for conversation.MU features a two-tone weave of DEDONs Mystique Fiber that creates a dynamic 3D effect. The new technique is high contrast, shifting in appearance depending on the angle you view it from for a final touch of understated elegance. To me, MU embodies serene simplicity. The incorporation of the new Mystique Fiber in its redesign introduces a dynamic surface that enhances the clean lines of the design effortlessly, Toan Nguyen shares.MU 4-Seater by Toan NguyenMU Daybed by Toan NguyenMU Footstool by Toan NguyenMU Cushioned Trunk by Toan NguyenToan NguyenTo learn more about DEDONs latest releases, visit dedon.de.

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.If youve been thinking about getting a budget-friendly robot vacuum with mopping capabilities, you might want to check out the iRobot Roomba Combo Essential. This PCMag Editor's Choice-winning robot vacuum is currently $149 (down from $274.99), its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential $149.00 at Amazon $274.99 Save $125.99 Get Deal Get Deal $149.00 at Amazon $274.99 Save $125.99 It offers two cleaning modes: vacuum-only and vacuum-and-mop. Switching to the latter requires manually attaching the mop pad, which is then dragged along by the vacuum as it moves. If youre hoping for some scrubbing power, this isnt itit wont lift dried-on spills or heavy grime. That said, while it doesnt have the suction power for a deep clean, it reportedly handles pet hair well, leaving no dust bunnies behind and avoiding major tangles in its brush roll.The Combo Essential comes with wifi support (specifically for 2.4GHz networks), so you can control it not just with the physical buttons on the vacuum but also through the iRobot Home app or with voice commands if you have Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant. Setting it up is simple: Download the iRobot Home app, create an account, and follow the step-by-step instructions. Once connected, the app lets you adjust suction power and water usage, set up a cleaning schedule (though keep in mind it doesnt create a customizable map), put a time limit on cleaning sessions, check its run history, and enable voice controls.Unlike many budget robot vacuums, the Combo Essential has a battery life of over 120 minutes and rarely gets stuck on common obstacles like chair legs or flooring thresholds (though it does bump into things as it tries to free itself from tight spots), notes this PCMag review. And since it costs a fraction of what high-end robot floor cleaners do, it lacks premium features like AI-powered obstacle avoidance or self-maintenance. Instead, it navigates using a combination of a gyroscope and infrared sensors. This allows it to clean in somewhat orderly rows, but it can occasionally get confused and re-cover the same area from a different angle. That said, it does a solid job of vacuuming and mopping small spaces.

Saving money at the grocery store is easy on paper, but when I step into the aisles a new brain takes over. Dont you need chocolate? and Ooh, maybe chicken strips?the word budget has disappeared from my mind. For me, the best money-saving trick is to make a proper checklist of ingredients that are budget-friendly and that ideally can be used for multiple meals. Below, you'll find my budget-friendly grocery shopping list that keeps me afloat during crappy economic timesmaybe it'll help you, too.Ive broken down the list into main sections to clarify how I build my grocery list. However, everyone has their own way of cooking and eating so even if my list isnt perfect for you (I'd be surprised if it was), you can still use these guidelines to save a few bucks. If youre thinking, just give me the list! Then here you go. I keep mine as a checklist like this on my phone so I can easily check things off in the store. It keeps my eyes from roaming to the snack aisle. Feel free to make a copy and personalize it.Starches Credit: Allie Chanthorn Reinmann Starches are a big-time belly filler. Theyre often one of the cheapest items in our grocery stores because they can be dried and sold in bulk.Cereal grains, etc. Rice, pastas, instant noodles, quinoa, oatsthese dried items are affordable and can make multiple meals. For example, a 16-ounce box of pasta has eight servings. A 42-ounce canister of oats can serve 30. Thats a lot of breakfast for $7.50.Beans and legumes. Another bulk purchase, dry beans and legumes are shelf-stable, packed with fiber, and one bag can make many meals. I often buy hydrated beans in a can, but if you can get used to soaking your beans in advance then youll save money with dry beans.Potatoes. Potatoes are an old friend, but what Im still surprised by is how full they make me. Two red potatoes is enough for a four-person serving of this lentil soup and one large russet potato can make enough mashed potatoes for two people.Bread. Bread can turn a humble egg into a whole sandwich or make a handful of tomatoes and onions into a filling panzanella salad. Divide a loaf of bread into bite-sized pieces and use them as a bulking agent in quiches, soups, and salads.Cheap mains Check the unit price on cuts of meat to see which gives you the cheapest option. Credit: Allie Chanthorn Reinmann The main event of a meal is often meat and that's jumping in price, too. Here are some ways to keep proteins in your diet without ruining your budget.Cheap meat. Instead of buying premium cuts of beef, opt for sausage (here's my sausage and beans recipe) or different cuts of pork. If you are buying beef, check for cheaper cuts by looking at the unit price on the packaging.You can see the difference in the picture above. Don't sleep on canned meat either, like tuna and SPAM.Seafood. Frozen shrimp is one of my favorite money-saving proteins. Look for medium-sized shrimp and toss them into rice dishes, soups, or pastas.Cheese. You might think of cheese as a topping, but an ounce or two of cheese can be a satisfying main component of a dish. Try pan frying a slab for your next salad or sandwich.Fats and flavoringIf there is any lesson that cauliflower steak has taught me, its that if you have enough seasoning and enough fat, anything can taste good. Stretching your budget might mean you buy less bougie food, but it doesnt have to mean your food lacks flavor.Vegetable oil. Somewhere along the line we became bewitched with olive oil and forgot that there are other cooking oils. Olive oil and butter are at a premium at the moment, so grab a bottle of canola, corn, or vegetable oil for a much cheaper price. Theyre actually better for higher cooking temperatures anyway. Save the extra virgin olive oil for finishing touches.Bullion flavoring. Ive been relying on soups and stews this winter. Not only is it comforting but all that broth is filling. Instead of buying one container of chicken stock for each pot of soup, buy some concentrated bullion, or a jar of Better Than Bullion (they have a whole line with meatless options too), so you can make nine or 10 pots of soup for nearly the same price.Fruits and vegetables Credit: Allie Chanthorn Reinmann Theres no doubt that getting in your fruits and veggies is key to a balanced diet, and fresh produce is often affordable. The problem in my house is waste. If I buy too much, then thats money wasted. Try not to bulk buy fresh produce unless you have a plan for it, like an actual meal you know youll be making in the next few days.Fresh and seasonal. Fruits and vegetables that are in season or local often cost less than produce thats out of season or was shipped a great distance. Buy asparagus and berries in the summer, and squashes in the winter. Stick to your year-round allies whenever youre at a loss, like apples, cucumbers, potatoes, carrots, broccoli, and peppers.Canned and frozen. When its not berry season or the price of fresh spinach is getting you down, look to the frozen section. Not only will you be able to get a decent variety of fruit or veg but keep them frozen and you wont have to worry about waste. Check out the canned section too. You can often find some cheaper gems there, like cans of sliced mushrooms for a dollar, canned beets, crushed tomatoes, and even potatoes. (By the way, canned mushrooms and potatoes are perfect for air frying.)Sticking to the store-brand options can help you save a few bucks, too. If you're looking for money-saving recipes to inspire your next grocery shop, try these.

OnePlus has revealed that you'll be able to get your hands on (or wrist under) its latest smartwatch very soon. The OnePlus Watch 3 will be available in the US, Canada and Europe on February 18. The company hasn't announced pricing just yet, but you can get a $30 discount if you sign up for updates.It claims that the Watch 3 can run for up to 16 days in power saver mode and five days in smart mode (which would be 20 hours longer than the Watch 2). Meanwhile, the wearable is said to run for up to 72 hours on a single charge if you're a heavy user. The company added that you can get a full day of use out of a 10-minute charge as well.OnePlus is trying to balance performance and battery life by employing two chipsets: the Snapdragon W5 performance chipset and the new BES2800 MCU Efficiency chipset. The Watch 3 also uses the same battery tech that the company employed in the OnePlus 13, while battery capacity has increased from 500mAh in the previous model to 631mAh. The extra capacity plus the promise of lower power consumption make for a potent combination to boost battery life.As was the case last time around, the OnePlus Watch 3 supports WearOS. The latest model doesn't look very different from the previous one on the surface, though there's a new bezel made from titanium and the sapphire crystal screen should bolster durability. The OnePlus Watch 3 will be available in two colorways, emerald titanium and obsidian titanium.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/wearables/the-oneplus-watch-3-arrives-on-february-18-155208939.html?src=rss

Last month, a pack of two Blink Mini 2 security cameras was $40, down from $80. Theyre currently 46 percent off at $38, meaning you get two for less than the price of one. These are also the latest model, offering advantages previous iterations dont have. The Blink Mini 2 security camera captures live video in 1080p HD, and theres also a night HD view. If you have a Blink Subscription Plan, you can stream continuously for 90 minutes. The plan is sold separately, of course, but this package comes with a 30-day free trial to let you have a taste of these extra features. The subscription also grants access to more features like motion detection alerts and clip-saving. You can even send clips to others later. The newest model comes with a spotlight for improved night visibility and has a wider field of view, 143 degrees up from 110 degrees that the original Blink Mini has. Its also compatible with Amazons Alexa, allowing you to see whats going on outside with just a few words.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/pick-up-two-blink-mini-security-cameras-for-only-38-152645383.html?src=rss

Sam Altman's latest blog post has a few concerning predictions.

A bug in Trimble Cityworks is being used to run remote code execution attacks against Microsoft IIS'.

Jyoti Bansal, who sold AppDynamics to Cisco for $3.7 billion, is pulling together his two newest startups into one company.

If youre in charge of selecting a leadership development solution for your organization, your budget might feel dwarfed by the goals and needs the program must address. And while the money you have to spend is limited, the options you have to choose fromcoaching, learning platforms, content libraries and moreare not.All of those factors can make it difficult to identify the option that will deliver the best ROI.An affordable subscription to a vast digital library of leadership videos and courses is no bargain if it doesnt deliver the results you need. On the other hand, premium coaching for a few key executives might feel extravagant at first but ultimately create a huge ripple effect across the organization.Its not that content libraries are bad, and coaching is good. The right solution for one company could be a waste of time and money in another. So how do you make the best choice based on your goals and your budget?Before you contact a single provider or even start reviewing the options available to you, consider the questions below. As a CEO focused on transforming leadership development through technology, I can tell you that the organizations that are clear on their answers get the best results from leadership development, no matter what their budget is or the specific programs they choose.What are your specific goals?Leadership development is too expensive (U.S. companies spend more than $81 billion on it per year) to be merely a feel-good purchase or a box to check for the year. Your investment in a program will pay off only when you know exactly what you want it to achieve. So think about your companys priorities right now. A few examples:Does your CEO want to create a coaching culture?Has low performance by new managers surfaced as a problem?Is innovation one of your priorities this year?Is your organization worried about the state of your leadership pipeline?If your goals seem way out of alignment with your budget, you may have to determine which goals need immediate attention and which ones can be acted on later. For instance, if your mid-level managers are jumping ship to your competitors, developing your current leadership bench needs attention right away. On the other hand, a broader initiative to build leadership capabilities across all departments could wait.How many people do you need to target?Is a company-wide program necessary to achieve your goals? Or would it be more effective to focus on a particular department or type of employee, such as first-time managers or a new executive team?Your answer can help you start narrowing down options. For example, if your top priority is developing a new executive team, coaching could be the right choice. Its highly customized and effective. But your focus is on a larger grouplike new managerscoaching might be out of your budget, and a digital learning platform could be a better fit. Similarly, perhaps you can send all first-time managers to a conference or bring in a facilitator for a weeklong program, but you cant afford these options for every employee whos interested in leadership development.Whats going on right now with the employees you want to develop?The capacity of the participants is often overlooked as a key factor in whether a leadership development solution succeeds. So, once youve identified the employees wholl be part of your program, think about what might be affecting their current bandwidth to learn, grow and change.Lets say youre considering a program that would bring in a facilitator for a week of daylong classes with your managers. That might sound like an amazing development opportunity, and for some organizations, it is. But if your managers are already overextended with their workloads, this opportunity could become just another source of stress. Instead of paying attention and learning from the facilitator, the managers might be covertly multitasking through sessions just to stay afloat. And what if program participants dont work onsite full time? Will a fully remote employee get the same experience as in-person participants? Will hybrid employees resent an extra day in the office?In such cases, a program that empowers your managers to learn on their own schedule might be a better solution. You could provide them with a micro-learning app or access to a learning library. (With those options, just be sure to also give them customized learning paths. Busy, stressed managers dont have time to sort through piles of content to figure out what they need, either.)Thinking through these questions will help you zero in on what your company really needs from leadership development and the type of program that best fulfills those needs. I know the vast array of options out there can seem dizzying, but this variety also means that you have a better chance of finding a program that truly aligns with what you need and can afford. The more clarity you can bring into the selection process, the more likely you are to avoid costly mistakes and choose a leadership development program that delivers the results you need.