Archive for September, 2009
Sep
29
The Enormous West Lake Restaurant in Changsha, China
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Throughout man's evolution, every one of us has thought of ways to do things on a bigger scale than our predecessors. From caves to huts, from huts to high-rises, our one-upmanship in the name of progression literally knows no bounds. This is exemplified by the Chinese and their West Lake restaurant in the province of Changsha.Employing a staff of over 1,000 and seating roughly 5,000 hungry diners, the West Lake restaurant is the world's largest Chinese restaurant and number-two on the list of the biggest in general behind the 6,014-seat Damascus Gate in Syria.
West Lake is much more like the Mall of America than what you'd expect a typical Chinese restaurant to be. It's open, very expansive, and features a host of other things to do besides eat. The restaurant was created by Qin Linzi, a business woman whose vision has inspired the residents of Changsha and beyond.
Sep
28
Worlds Top Private Jets – Grob SPn
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Founded in 1971 by Dr. Burkhart Grob, Grob Aerospace is one of today's more reputable manufacturers of jet aircrafts, although being one of the smallest. Grob only employs a staff of 100, and are renowned for their use of carbon fiber reinforced polymer construction - their staple since the 1970s.The brand produces basic trainers, one and two-seaters, low wing monoplanes, and, of course, high-class business jets. Their newest addition to the aircraft community is the Grob SPn Light Business Jet.
The SPn was no easy job to tackle. Grob, known for cutting-edge construction, crafted a compact and lightweight jet that would be easy on the fuel and the wallet, but heavy on the features. From the outside, the aerodynamic jet looks to curve like a banana, and with its sleek, rocket-ship-like appearance, the SPn is aesthetically more futuristic than modern.