ShareThis post is long over due & is inspired by a first time buyer couple that I’m working with.  We’ve been looking at a handful of pre-40’s homes with various interpretations of owners updating, renovating …

ShareSan Francisco has for a long time had an overall great recycling and compost program which recently became mandatory in the city’s effort to further increase the recycling rate from 72% to 90%.
It wasn’t …

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I’m very excited to at last be paying a visit to Heath Ceramics in Sausalito this weekend.  Better yet, it’s their annual 20% off sale.  I’ve been so drooling over their tile (my other favorite …

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As of the latest Burlingame e-newsletter, there are exciting environmental changes underway!  It has taken time, but it seems like green/eco-friendly construction & living are finally gaining momentum.
Now if Burlingame would implement recycling pick-up on …

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Are you looking for something unique for your next house project?  Then think about visiting one of several great, local salvage shops.
If you’re on the Peninsula, pay a visit to Whole House Building Supply.  They …

ShareI love this solution!! We live on a busy street and didn’t want the view of cars and pedestrians nor did we want to feel like fish in a fish bowl when the drapes …

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In my constant quest to be eco-friendly both personally and professionally, I’ve been implementing a few environmentally friendly business practices.
Currently, I’m in the process of reducing the number of direct marketing pieces to a …

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It’s that time of the year again when gutters need to be cleaned prior to rainy season. We just had a great product installed in portions of our gutters which prevents gutters from clogging.
There …

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I’ll start off by saying that I’ve been addicted to bamboo for several years. It’s amazingly beautiful, fast growing, and creates a calming sound when wind passes through the leaves.
My favorites are black bamboo, …

ShareConsidering a new driveway? There are lots of options available ranging from stamped concrete, to brick, to pavers, to permeable.
We went the route of a pebble driveway to replace the concrete driveway for a …

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With energy costs on the rise and an increasing awareness of environmentally friendly products and technology, solar systems are becoming a worthwhile investment, especially since there are rebates available to help offset the cost.
The technology …

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Are you thinking about making improvements to your home? Perhaps, you have a smallish project such as a bath or kitchen remodel?
Or, if you have an 80+ year old home like mine which has …

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I LOVE this product!! One of the great perks that comes with home ownership is the ability to customize one’s home. As a 15+ year property owner/investor, I’ve had the chance to try …