In the early part of the 1900's, Berkeley was finding it's architectural footing, as the new university attracted thinkers from around the world and the great San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906 drove waves of refugees across the bay. Our … [Read more...] about Midcentury Mania
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Holly Rose honored by City Beat
March 7, 2016 HOLLY ROSE IS BEING HONORED AS A WINNER OF THE 2015 SPECTRUM AWARD FOR SERVICE EXCELLENCE BY CITY BEAT NEWS. CBN draws upon many information sources … [Read more...] about Holly Rose honored by City Beat
From the couch to the finish line
When my friend told me she was going to get in shape using an iPhone app called "Couch to 5K," I laughed. Then I checked it out -- and bought it. Now, I'm no slouch in the fitness department, having spent many years as a martial artist and tango … [Read more...] about From the couch to the finish line
Exquisite Mediterranean Villa with Views
OPEN SUNDAY FEB 28 AND MARCH 6, 2:00-4:00 Built in 1933, this unique home showcases the romance and glamour of an architectural era when form was valued as much as function. Classic motifs of the popular Spanish Mediterranean style can be found … [Read more...] about Exquisite Mediterranean Villa with Views
How to Make a Woman Love You Forever
Last year, I photographed the Magical Living Fence on Capistrano Avenue in Berkeley. At that time, the homeowner invited me to come back after February 14, because every year on Valentine's Day he buys flowers for his wife -- living flowers, that he … [Read more...] about How to Make a Woman Love You Forever
When Turkeys Go Bad
I'm still laughing. I followed a link to an NPR piece about turkeys in Albany, which has some nice footage of the local flock sashaying through somebody's front yard. But you must scroll down to Sacramento TV producer Duffy Kelly's … [Read more...] about When Turkeys Go Bad
DIY Midcentury Wooden Planters
I have a South-facing wall that was just crying out for tomato planters. Since the wall is along a fairly narrow walkway and I couldn't find pre-manufactured planters of the right dimensions, I decided to build my own. I chose yellow cedar slats, … [Read more...] about DIY Midcentury Wooden Planters
SF Chronicle Feature Article: “Architectural Innovation”
I was thrilled to see the home I'm representing at 616 Vincente Ave, in Berkeley's wonderful Thousand Oaks neighborhood, receive well-deserved praise in the press this week. … [Read more...] about SF Chronicle Feature Article: “Architectural Innovation”
DIY stock tank veggie planter
When my husband and I remodeled and expanded our home last year, my beloved rear garden was sacrificed in favor of a large new patio, hot tub, and other professional landscaping. This meant that this spring, I needed to get busy installing some … [Read more...] about DIY stock tank veggie planter
The Magical Living Fence
Walking down the 1800 block of Capistrano Avenue this morning, I stopped in my tracks at the sight of what appeared to be a fence, constructed of intricately interwoven jasmine vines, with no apparent beginning or end, yet 100% alive, dotted with … [Read more...] about The Magical Living Fence
Fairy-Tale Home in Claremont Park
181 Brookside Drive, Berkeley This exquisite, fairy-tale home in the coveted Claremont neighborhood is part of the secluded enclave of residences known as Claremont Park. Story has it that the developer of Claremont Park built this home last, for … [Read more...] about Fairy-Tale Home in Claremont Park
Berkeley’s Modern Renegade Architect
Let’s face it. People who live in Berkeley generally march to their own tune, and that’s why we love it here. As a Realtor, I see these tunes played out in every old home’s unique, distinctive architecture, many dating back to the early 1900s, when … [Read more...] about Berkeley’s Modern Renegade Architect