Abstract
The paper is a business plan for "Designonline", an online interior design company with a potential client base of millions. The paper analyzes how the company makes use of two trends in American society: the trend toward do-it-yourself projects and the trend toward improving interior design in residential buildings. The company also makes use of the increasing power of home computers by offering simulation iconography and three-dimensional design that is both powerful enough to create designs with our tutorials, and simple enough for the average computer-literate consumer to use successfully.

Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Description of Company
Industry Analysis
Objectives
Mission
Competitive Comparison
Technology and Challenges
My Role in the New Company

From the Paper
"Those with large incomes generally hire an interior designer to assist them; those without that level of income have fallen between the cracks, unless they opted for the one-stop Ethan Allen method. Designonline's challenge will be to successfully market to those with "Ethan Allen" incomes who do not wish to be locked into Ethan Allen products, and but are willing to do it themselves to create a more attractive home."

Tags:American, Society, of, Interior, Design

Abstract
This paper discusses purchasing decisions of brand vs. quality for the interior design and home decoration sector. The paper looks at factors shaping consumer buying decisions and at the special meaning that brands have for consumers. The paper also presents a research design to measure purchase choices.

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"This report presents a research plan for determining whether consumers shopping for interior design and/or decor are most highly motivated by the variables of quality or brand name. Drawing upon literature describing the factors shaping consumer buying decisions and branding as well as issues in the highly competitive field of interior design/decor, the study presents a data collection and analysis strategy to test the research hypothesis that consumers are more likely to be..."

Tags:interior design, home decoration, brands, purchase, consumer, research design

Abstract
This paper explores the changes, which took place in the English country house during the 18th century. The author argues that these developments occurred as a microcosm to the rest of the nation. The paper contends that it was the confluence of classicist and romantic influences which made the interior architecture of the period so striking.

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"The 18th century has been regarded as the epitome of the development of elegance of interior architecture throughout the Western world. Many critics believe that this century is unmatched in the history of the West with regard to the development of interior architectural styles. It is certain that during this century, perhaps more so than any other in recent historical memory, the development of interior styles was nearly without rival. Nowhere has this trend been more evidenced than in 18th century England in which the development of interior styles came head to head with various other socio-cultural forces to produce one of the most memorable periods in the history of design."

Tags:interior, architecture, england

Abstract
The paper posits that in order to understand the services of community health agencies, what exactly is community health nursing must be explored. The paper explains that community nurses integrate involvement with clinical understanding to promote health and wellness in entire populations with a community. The writer selects four community health agencies in the Pittsburg, PA area to explain how such agencies can be used to increase awareness of the services they provide to the community. The paper explains that the four agencies are a yoga class for people with terminal cancer, hospice, a community social center for the elderly and a collective living environment for the elderly.

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"In order to understand the services of community health agencies what exactly is community health nursing must be explored. Community nurses integrate involvement with clinical understanding to promote health and wellness in entire populations with a community. I have selected four community health agencies in the Pittsburg, PA area to explain how such agencies can be used to increase awareness of the services they provide to the community. The four agencies are a yoga class for people with terminal cancer, hospice, a community social center for the elderly and a collective living environment for the elderly."

Tags:community, health, agencies

Abstract
This paper gives an in-depth picture of the new approach to community policing and the overall police-community relationship. It emphasizes how police work has changed and become more community focused, emphasizing shared goals as opposed to a power struggle between law enforcement and the citizens in their jurisdiction. The paper further describes how policing is meant to keep a community safe and free of crime rather than creating a military-like presence. Additionally, the paper views a trusted police force as more likely to be given information about crime and other threats in the community. Various scholars and their viewpoints on effective community policing are cited. The paper concludes that the aim of community policing is to care for the needs of the individual community and to ensure the well being of its citizens while maintaining a healthy environment that is free of crime.


TOC
Introduction
Purpose and Mission
Methods and Strategies
Conclusion

From the Paper
"A new understanding that incorporates concepts of community well being, thriving, as well as societal and community cohesiveness have taken hold as not only a shared and mutual vision of both the community and the police but as a way of measuring effective policing. The harvesting of information to clearly define the factors that shape a particular community has become paramount in tandem with the development of the best means to effectively use that information in order to best assist the members of that community. Gone are the days of one size fits all policing. The new nature of policing is tailored to fit the specific and non-specific as well as the static and non-static needs of a community in a fluid and ever-changing formulation that ebbs and flows with the needs of that community."

Tags:community policing, reducing crime, police and the community, policing in the new century

Abstract
When those within a community believe that they are incapable of trusting the police tensions develop that are related to both "anger and fear" ("Protecting", n.d.). Additionally, police officers may begin to assume that their efforts on the job are not appreciated, causing a two-way flow of tension between the police department and the citizens of the community ("Protecting", n.d.). It is for this reason that police community relations are essential in creating an environment in which police and community members work together to reduce crime and develop a stable atmosphere in which the community can thrive. It is the belief that when police community relations are positive the community is capable of overcoming unexpected and unwanted isolated incidents by random individuals involved with the community or police force and continue to support one another throughout the ordeal.

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Police Community Relations Research Justification When those within a community believe that they are incapable of trusting the police tensions develop that are related to both "anger and fear" ("Protecting", n.d.). Additionally, police officers may begin to assume that their efforts on the job are not appreciated, causing a two-way flow of tension between the police department and the citizens of the community ("Protecting", n.d.). It is for this reason that police community relations are essential in creating an environment in which police and community members work together to reduce crime and develop a stable

Tags:police, community, relations

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This paper focuses on the various benefits of adopting a community policing approach. Community policing is considered one of the most effective strategies available to reduce neighborhood crimes, create a sense of security and reduce fear of crimes among the citizens. Combining the efforts of the police department, the members of the community and the local government can help in the accomplishment of all these objectives to develop a healthy and clean society. This paper details the history of community oriented policing (C.O.P) which has become the new model of law enforcement replacing the traditional para-military style of policing. This paper also discusses the various supporters of community policing who firmly believe that this approach has enough potential to serve as a model for remarkable reforms and improvements in the entire system of policing and justice. The writer of this paper also examines the downside to this particular approach of law enforcement. The primary reason for the failure of C.O.P in some situations is the unwillingness of the community members to cooperate with the police officials, the lack of support from the police department itself or the absence of a proper policing system.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Keeping a Balance
A New Model of Policing
History of Community Policing
Supporters of Community Policing
Criticism on C.O.P
Implementation Challenges of COP
Conclusion
References

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"A number of studies were conducted in order to find out the cause of the problem and to define the solutions for it. Studies revealed that the traditional practice of continuous patrolling and other highly reactive approaches to combat crime has not helped in any way to reduce the crime rate prevailing in the society. These circumstances lead to the recognition on the part of the government that problems relating to crime fighting and the problems relating to the relationship between the police and the community are interrelated. In 1967, the President's commission on Law enforcement and administration of justice proposed that a new kind of police system should be introduced. In the later years this proposal provided the ground for the establishment of a new model for policing. The philosophy being adopted to develop this model was focused on creating a law enforcement system, which tries to bring the police and the general public in close relationships and provides the police department an opportunity to solve the community problems."

Tags:community, crime, police, enforcement, law

Abstract
The paper discusses a report which provides a conceptual model applicable to community health programs. The paper states that a conceptual model based on community capacity is a tool that health providers can use to promote health actions carried out in the healthcare environment and within the community. The paper concludes that when combined with other conceptual models like the health belief models, it is possible theoretically to provide comprehensive care that caters to the needs of individuals in a community and also the community at large.

Outline:
Introduction of Model
Historical Development
Comparison of the Application of the Model to the Nursing Process
Two Applications of the Model to Community Health Problems
How Application of Model Supports Community Partnership/Collaborations with Other Agencies/Programs in Community Health Projects
Conclusions

From the Paper
"The community capacity model for health promotion and community health programs focuses on developing tools that provide health educators and community the ability to gain access to proper care. Dressendorfer et al, 2005 note the conceptual model of community capacity development can be delineated easily by reviewing thirteen steps or processes related to capacity development. Among these include proper leadership among health care systems and within the community to drive and manage programs, proper policy review and making, so that "diffusions and sustainability" is possible using the model presented, and proper use of available resources within the community to provide information and build an infrastructure for health promotion within the community ."

Tags:healthcare, environment, community

Abstract
In this essay, the writer analyzes the statement that the community complexity should be fostered. The writer notes that the community is part of that world and is becoming more tied to the external world all the time through links with other communities, including new communities that did not exist only a few years ago, notably the online community that people access through their computers. The writer points out that the time is long past when a community can exist largely on its own, and even the most rural communities are tied to the outside world more firmly than was true in the past.

Tags:community, complexity, analysis

Abstract
This paper explains that, while Buddhism has developed different sects, Jainism has developed as a distinctive endogamous community marked by its religious tradition. The author points out that Buddhism was a product of Kshastriya groups, who questioned Brahmanism; whereas, Jainas flatly rejected various Vedic teaching in favor of concepts of the individual, regardless of birth, who must work to purify his or her own soul. The paper relates that the Buddha is much more famous due to his philosophy having moved through all of Asia; whereas, Jainism spread through Indian trading communities liberated from a lower status bestowed by the Brahmanical system of varna. The author underscores that both traditions continue to offer a daily and personal prescription for life just as they offer choices in monastic and lay devotional activities.

Outline:
Introduction
The Appeal of Buddhism and Jainism
Jainism - Another Reflection of the Same Tradition?
Jainism's Soul and Personality
Syncretism and Appeal
Conclusion - Religion and Location

From the Paper
"Jains are much concerned by matters of action or karman, believing that acts can especially darken or interfere with the soul which should by bright and free, as is its nature, if properly maintained. Bad deeds will pollute the soul and have a way of adhering to it, harder to correct than good deals which are easily dispelled. According to Robinson, austerity can help to remove karman already incurred just as restraint stops the arrival of new karman. The jina or 'victors' are the true followers who achieve moksha when still in the body, living out the last of their lives through forces of residual karman."

Tags:india, balanced life, community sutras interior