My painting of the back porch on Phinney Sitting in the sun on Phinney Ridge, as the open house was getting ready to start, I realized just how many people would connect with this darling listing on Dayton Ave N. My clients had literally flipped for it years before and sure enough, as we presented this listing to the market our results were the same. So many buyers wandered through, and...
Creative
I have found that it is a gift to have a workshop or studio in your own backyard. It offers an opportunity for your creativity to grow, anytime you choose to open the door and spend a bit of time on your art. As a wood worker, painter, or other artist or musician, having that little haven for your own personal development is the type of thing that feeds the soul. I currently have a Pinehurst Home...
Yes, we've dreamed up another great way to raise funds for the Ballard Food Bank. Gloria Jackson, an extraordinary cook and great fellow realtor, wanted to do a small appetizer cookbook, something thoughtful featuring organic farmer's market produce, perhaps something seasonal. We've taken that concept and run with it, and hope to be hosting a competition of some of the best Spring and Summer...
Do Dining Rooms matter? A common question when you're touring potential new homes to buy. So when asked about the need to have a proper dining room, I believe that if you can find a place to set up dinner for four, you've got all you need. Many older traditional homes feature a dining room off the kitchen, and in the day when our lives were more structured that made perfect sense. All of us...
I am hopeful that the constant raindrops falling on my window are adding up to inches of fresh snow in the mountains so Ski season can get underway. For years, I've been practicing my moves on the slopes, from the bunny hill to some runs I'm sure I had no business skiing. Gradually some improvements are coming along, and really the best part of skiing is just being there. Caught on a sunny day in...
Little by little we have watched boutiques, bakeries, and renovations making their way down Greenwood Avenue and as each storefront transitions I'm more and more aware of how this reminds me of Ballard say 10 or 15 years ago. The classic architecture of these little storefronts with their picture windows showcasing their merchandise is absolutely darling and much more pedestrian friendly than the...
Where would we be with white walls? This Ballard listing of mine is fantastic because the home has oodles of personality and it all starts with a wonderful color palate that works beautifully from room to room. If you've watched body language of people at open houses, you know that everyone is truly enjoying a home when they hang out, don't seem to want to leave and just seem happy in the home. The...
"What a groovy place!" Right out of the mouth of my hip younger photographer when she shot photos of my listing on 6th Ave NW. She nailed it. 50 Agents came through in the first 24 hours, 200+ folks stopped by over the weekend at the open houses. Nine buyers took the time to write offers and tell us a bit about themselves and what they like about the home. We so appreciate the level of interest...
Few properties have that sophisticated vibe of being a stand out home, secluded in a quiet garden, but my new North Beach listing really does feel like a home in the trees. Originally built as a 1950's ranch it was redesigned by a local architect working with my seller to open it up and to create ambiance between the indoors and outdoors. Throughout the day there you will see that rooms are filled...
If you're on the fence about doing certain updates to your home, and wonder if it pays to upgrade the bathroom, the resounding answer is "Yes, it does" just ask any buyers out looking at homes for sale. Many places have bathrooms that were original to the home, and if you're able to increase the size and the condition of the bathroom, you will create an asset when you are ready to sell. There are a...