“Right-Sizing” is the New Down-Sizing
byI recently read an article from our Compass Chief Evangelist; Leonard Steinberg, involving how down-sizing’s negative connotation has been replaced with a more positive…
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Surfers, Artists…Jim Morrison
byVenice was founded in the early 1900s by a tobacco millionaire, Abbot Kinney. The area was originally a beach resort set on two miles…
The Dog Days of Summer
byFor all you dog lovers out there, you know that a house is not a home without a dog! And many top designers would…
Bye Bye Boring Office!
byOffice design has taken a 180! I’m used to seeing the best interior design trends when I attend open houses, but now some of…
Wicked Wallpaper!
byNothing like bold wallpaper to inject personality into a space! As an Realtor, I see a lot of homes every week; all price ranges…
Black Is The New Black
byLet’s face it there really is no substitute for black. From the little black dress to building facades, black remains a dominant force in…
Calling All Artistic Voyeurs!
byThe Brewery Artwalk is a must see annual event hosted twice a year: in the Spring and Fall. It is held in one of…
Fabulous Florals
byWith Spring upon us floral design is in full bloom. Now mind you I am not talking about the musty old florals you saw…
Airbnb: Mi Casa Su Casa!
byAirbnb homes are getting more and more popular. This phenomenon has carried into the home buying process. I’m starting to see clients viewing properties…
The Wonder of Wovens
byDecorating with natural wovens never ceases to amaze me and never goes out of style. From rattan and raffia to rope and seagrass these…