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by Rob Higgins, Executive Offi cerSpokane Association of REALTORS®
It takes hard work and practice to be good at something. There is a big difference, for example, between a piano player and a pianist or a violin player and a violinist.Likewise, there is a big difference between a real estate agent and a REALTOR®.
This year marks a good year for me to make my point since 2013 is the centennial of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics – one of the reasons why it matters to work with a REALTOR® in your real estate transactions.
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics traces its roots back to 1858 when the fi rst formal ethical rules for real estate professionals were written into the bylaws of the Baltimore Board of Real Estate Brokers and Property Agents. There were two rules which, simply, discouraged members from stealing one another’s listings.
The national conversation on real estate ethics gets serious in 1908 with the founding of the National Association of Real Estate Exchanges in Chicago – the organization now known as the National Association of REALTORS®. In 1910, the national association splits this conversation into two parts: the broker’s duty to his clients and the broker’s duty to his fellow brokers – both based on the Golden Rule (“Do unto others as ye would that others should do unto you.”). In 1913, the Code of Ethics committee submits its proposal for a national Code of Ethics at the association’s third annual convention – the document we know today as the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
The pioneers of our profession are strong supporters and enforcers of ethics. In 1916, the association adopts the term “REALTOR®” to distinguish members who abide by the Code of Ethics from “curbstoners,” or unethical real estate dealers – a distinction my colleagues and I continue to make today.
It is the responsibility of the Spokane Association of REALTORS® (itself 102 years old), to enforce the REALTOR® Code of Ethics among its members. We, and REALTOR® associations across the country, have been doing this since 1923.
Proudly, the Ethics Committee declares, in 1924, that the “jazz and joyride stage of realty operations has had its day. It is the business of REALTORS® to see that the new era of service to the individual and civic responsibility has come to stay.”
This history becomes relevant every time a REALTOR® helps a client close a deal. Every REALTOR® must – under the eyes of client, colleague and community – behave in strict accordance with the REALTOR® Code of Ethics and successfully complete Code of Ethics training every four years.
Since April is National Fair Housing month, this is a good time for me to share that the REALTOR® Code of Ethics has demanded “equal professional services to all persons regardless of race, creed, sex or country of national origin” since 1955 – nearly a decade before these ideals become national law through the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
So, when next you wish to buy or sell a property, consider the long-held tradition of ethics among professional real estate men and women – those who use the Blue R and the title REALTOR® - for it is they who embody the Golden Rule in real estate today and represent your best choice as partner in buying or selling your home.
Why it matters.
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coatings fused to a substrate – a natural, earth-derived material such as stone – or with heat and pressure. They offer a wide range of options for colors. Thermofoil, by definition, is a laminate but not a high-pressure laminate. Generally, it consists of flexible vinyl applied to engineered wood. It comes in a rainbow of luminous colors (apple green, cherry red, wine red, orange, yellow, cobalt); offers a high-quality sheen on an easy-care, chip-resistant surface; and may incorporate metallic elements in its finish, like the paint on a sporty car.
Thermofoil cupboards “offer a glossy look that’s more affordable than a painted finish, and it’s reasonably durable,” says San Diego, Calif.-based kitchen and bath designer Jamie Gold, author of “New Kitchen Ideas That Work” (Taunton Press, 2012).
High-gloss paint is another option, though it’s not widely available straight from manufacturers. It’s possible to refinish wood cabinets with high-gloss
paint, but it takes a lot of work to achieve a glass-like sheen. “For the best result, you need an oil-based paint, and it needs to be spray-applied, not brushed on, or else you’re likely to see brush strokes,” says Joseph Irons, president, Irons Brothers Construction, Shoreline, Wash.
The prep work is time-consuming because any scratches and imperfections that aren’t properly mended will be magnified by the glossy finish. And if painting over wood, the grain might show through, Williamson warns.
Sanding, priming and several thin coats of paint are required for a smooth finish.
A capable do-it-yourselfer can refinish cupboards using high-gloss paint; however, lacquering is “an art better left to the pros,” Williamson says.
In fact, lacquering may even be beyond the skills and equipment of home improvement professionals, Gold says: “You get a better finish from the factory because they have equipment and systems in place to control the multistep lacquer process.”
Lacquering results in a harder finish, which Williamson likens to the coating on the M&M shell, whereas high-gloss paint is more like a malleable Skittles shell.
Besides the expense, lacquering has drawbacks. “It makes for a gorgeous, deep, rich, lustrous finish, but if it gets damaged, you have to replace the whole cabinet door – you can’t just touch up something that shiny,” Gold says. “In a busy household where kids are banging into things, it may not be the best option.”
With laminate or thermofoil, “You can get a very similar high-gloss look for less, and it’s more practical,” she adds.
In recent years, sleek white kitchen
cabinetry, with or without a glossy finish, has been a dominant trend in modern kitchen design. In glossy finishes, “white is definitely the hottest color, but I’m also seeing some red and different shades of relaxing blue tones,” Gold says.
On the bolder side, malachite green may surpass apple green in popularity, Williamson says.
No matter the color, glossy cabinetry catches the eye as well as the light. “It makes a statement,” Williamson says, “but a clean, refined statement.”
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BY DAWN KLINGENSMITHCTW FEATURES
After shunning them for years in favor of wood and wood veneer, homeowners have fallen in love again
with laminate kitchen cabinets – not the kind that look like wood, but a new generation of gleaming laminates with a high-gloss finish.
It’s not just glossy laminates that folks have taken a shine to. Sleek, shiny cabinets are all the rage, from lower-priced laminates to high-end lacquered finishes that impart a modern or retro look, depending on the styling.
Lacquer in particular “has more of a glamorous look to it, and people are warming up to it,” says Elaine Williamson, principal, Elaine Williamson Designs, Dallas.
The trend is consistent with a “return to elegance” in interior design as a whole, she adds: “People still want clean, tight design but with a little bit of pomp and circumstance, and that’s what lacquering does.”
Homebuyers and remodelers have three main choices for glossy cabinetry: laminate or thermofoil, high-gloss painted wood or lacquered wood.
Laminates are thin, layered plastic
The new shining star of the kitchen is high-gloss cabinetry. From lacquer to laminates to paint, these finishes add a stylish flair to any space
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4861 Mill River CourtSpokane Riverfront luxury home close to everything! 75 ft of frontage & beach. 4BD/5BA, designer quality at prestigious Mill River in Edgewater Estates. $1,895,000. #13-742Suzan Helmhout (208) 660-6948
9401 W. Claire Ave.Close to FAFB, I-90 with great schools. 4 second level bdrms/2.5 baths, fenced yard and move-in ready. $203,500. #201314436Connie Slackman (509) 939-5863
Amazing Views! Gorgeous 3296 SF, 4BD/3BA + den. Vaulted ceilings, open floor plan. Wood floors, carpet in the bdrms. Main floor utilities and a 4 car attached garage. Just over an acre of land, poll built 24X32 shop/barn. Horse trails. $289,000. #201312198Sean Macosky (509) 389-8868
309 S. 11th StreetCd’A’s Premier Townhouse Project – Close to beaches, parks, shopping & dining in downtown Cd’A. Upgraded finishes & 9 ft. high ceilings. 1300 SF, 2BD/2.5BA, 1 car garages now $219,000. 1900 SF, 3BD/2.5BA, 2 car garages now $299,000. #11-7495Dan Schreiber (509) 964-0872
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608 14th St.Everything you need right in the heart of Post Falls. 2496 SF, 3BD/2BA with 30x40 shop! Pride in ownership shows in this house! $250,000. #13-3169Michael Wendland (208) 651-3406
3110 E. Plaza Road $221,500Private, secluded on 5 AC/10 AC possible. 3 br, 1 bath, remodeled 2002, AC, 50’x100’ shop plus 2 outbldgs for 5 vehicles and toys, orchard, #201222009John Baker (509) 251-1566
29536 S. Bella Vista RoadOver 1 acre with 25x40 shop large workshop in 24x39 garage. 3BD/2BA rancher near marina. Landscaped with large garden area. $325,000. #13-37Bob Stravens (208) 691-3186
7195 Potlatch Rd.Rustic style 2400 SF year round cabin full of stunning unique features, comfort and character, with modern amenities. Main home + a bunkhouse w/sleeping loft and 1bd/1ba apartment in the 40x30 shop. Horse setup, RV parking, garden, fire pit, storage shed. $399,000. #13-645Kristen Johnson (208) 699-2938
519 N. Vercler Road $40,000 ea.7 Build able lots ready for your home, bring your own builder! 0.17 AC. Ready with public water, sewer, electricity, gas, cable, phone, paved streets with curbing and driveways, #201312390John Baker (509) 251-1566
1201 E. Sherman AvenueDowntown Liquor Store Rare opportunity to own top selling liquor store building. 3 years left on lease with State of Idaho. Business has thrived at this location for 25+ years! $449,000. #12-8426Dan Schreiber 964-0872
7520 W. Sanders RoadPrivate setting w/ fantastic lake view. Recently upgraded 4BD/3BA home with granite counters, hardwood & tile floors, new carpet. Handicap accessible, private boat slip. Large lot with room for a shop. $397,000. #13-651Bob Stravens (208) 691-3186
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803 S. Riverside Harbor5BD/3.5BA, main floor office, granite in kitchen w/stainless appliances, formal and informal dining, living room, family room, rec room, central A/C. Auto sprinklers, fenced backyard with storage shed. $293,000. #12-5788Kristen Johnson (208) 699-2938
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5020 N. Argonne Rd.Beautifully Updated! Spacious rooms & convenient location. Fresh paint, neutral decor, 3 FP’s, 2 laundries, wheel chair access to lower level with a large, complete, 2BD set up. Huge family room off kitchen. Formal living room, deck, close to amenities. $224,900. #201220749Marilyn Amato (509) 979-6027
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21102 S. Cave BayLakeview getaway! 2BD/1BA cabin w/spectacular views of Lake Cd’A. Includes your own boat slip, community beach and park. Easy access. Memories are made here. $120,000 cash. #13-3129Keith Hanlon (208) 755-5954
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172 S. Coeur d’Alene St. G304Extraordinary panoramic views
Condo has been updated with few exceptions. Neutral decor. SS appliances. Conveniently located covered parking. Cathedral ceilings, gas FP, swimming pool & wonderful community center. Manicured grounds, quiet & safe, gated 24/7. $164,900. #201311062Marilyn Amato (509) 979-6027
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1791 S. Stach Rd.Enjoy the peacefulness & privacy from your cedar home on 16 acres. 3000+ sq ft has 3 BR, 3 baths & has been completely updated. Located minutes to Hwy 95 in Cougar Gulch. 26 x 30’ heated shop. $499,900. #13-2928Keith Hanlon (208) 755-5954
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Perry District BungalowGorgeous brick bungalow on double lot with shop and circular drive. Great location newer
Lincoln Park and Perry district. $187,500Call Elizabeth 389-6380
50’s Brick Rancher on Huge Lot!Picture windows, main floor laundry,
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Perry District Charmer on the Park!3BR/1BA, b’fully updated kitchen w/slab granite, newer lighting fixtures, updated
bath, main flr utilities, wood floors, patio, shade trees, fenced yard & more! Walk to
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SOUTH HILL CAPE COD!!3 blocks from High Dr & short stroll to Hart Filed, Comstock Park, Rocket Market & more. Updating includes hardwood floors, 2 gas fp’s, 2 full baths, newer architectural 40 year roof. Bonus basement family rm, lg fncd back yd w/sprinkler sys, patio & storage shed. Ext paint when weather permits –
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Valley Duplex – Rental Income!Rare Valley duplex with garage, separately fenced back yards and decks. 1 unit has 2 bed, 1.5 bath. Second unit is 3 bed, 1.5 bath. Fresh carpet and
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Spacious Kitchen!2 plus bedroom bungalow (2 main floor and one non-egress in basement) on .82 acres
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Call Elizabeth 389-6380
Bonus Room!California style split entry with newer vinyl windows,
central air conditioning, fenced back yard, RV parking and composite deck. Sewer connected!
Lots of storage and well maintained home with 3+ bedrooms and 2 baths. $137,500.
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$125,000 SOUTH VALLEY!!Cozy 2BR/2BA Rancher on nearly 1/3 acre
lot, vinyl windows, front deck, partially fenced backyard & more! Must See!
Please call Sola Raynor for more info at (509) 863-3656
Best lot in the Park!1999 doublewide on the best lot in the park. 3
bedroom/2bath with newer central air and a newer carpet. Natural gas heat, hot water and range with a covered deck for those summer evenings. Enjoy the fenced yard and storage shed/workshop with electric power. Very clean and well managed park. $50,000
Call or text Tom Clark 499-9999
Valley Rancher/BungalowSuper clean home on corner lot with 2 main floor
bedrooms, hardwood flooring, updated kitchen and bath with newer vinyl windows. Enjoy the deck in
the back yard with a storage shed and an automatic sprinkler system. Full basement with a 3/4 bath and
non-egress bedroom. $142,000
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Turn Key Home!!!Home on quiet part of Indiana. All appliances
stay! New roof, paint, 2 car metal garage. 1 huge main floor bedroom with double closets. Large bedroom up and space to
finish another. This home is priced to move! $89,900
Call Jay 868-1689
New Listing!Valley split entry home in Mirabeau Ranchettes. 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with extensive cherry
hardwood and tile flooring. Big fenced backyard and large deck on corner lot. Put the toys in the
attached 2 car garage. $160,000
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Tastefully Restored Craftsman Featuring vinyl windows, newer roofing, charming
sitting porch, cozy frplc, main flr utilities, generous rm sizes, 3-main flr bdrms, remodeled kitchen w/south facing morning rm, huge frml dining w/blt ins, fncd
yard & GFA. Excellent condition for an owner occupant! Great rental potential too nestled between Gonzaga & SCC. Charming home on a quiet street! $120,000
Elizabeth 389-6380
Fabulous Reardan Home!!Reardan offers great schools, medical & community amenities w/easy commute to Spokane, Airway Hts,
Cheney, Medical Lk & Davenport. A bird lover’s paradise walking distance to Audubon Lake. 4BR/3BA
w/over 2700 b’fully finished Sq. ft. w/an unbeatable floor plan! O’sized lot (additional lot avail.), 3+Car
garage/shop w/RV parking, 2-hookups & dump station. Climate controlled storage shed, deck, fenced
yd, great location… walk to everything! $190,000Elizabeth 389-6380.
Meticulously Maintained!This fantastic well maintained home features (& includes) recently replaced kitchen appl (rng, ref, DW, micro) washer & dryer, updated kitchen & 1
bath, custom oak mantle, some new vinyl windows, redwood deck, “Sundance” hot tub, RV parking, all on a huge 80x150 fenced lot. The exterior of the home will be painted prior to closing weather
permitting. Priced at $164,900
Call Pat Lacy 990-1004
South Hill Rancher!!South Hill ranch style home with 2 main floor
bedrooms and a full basement. Seller will install an egress window in the basement for an acceptable offer. Bonus room on main floor, storage shed, sprinkler system and fenced back yard. Good
location with EZ access to all amenities. $135,000
Call or txt Tom Clark 499-9999
Charm and Character!Spacious home with charm, character and lots of
living space. Two family rooms and a living room. In-law or student studio apartment with separate entrance. 3+ car garage off of paved alley plus a
carport. Unique, comfortable and low maintenance. $225,000
Call or text Tom Clark 499-9999
$11,000 REDUCTION ON SOUTH HILL RANCHER
This 1988 immaculate custom blt one owner 3bd/2.5 home is located near Moran Prairie. It features 1547 SF per floor finished. Updates include new kitchen (stainless) appliances, gas fireplace in the incredible master suite, 2.5 car garage & more. With views to Brown’s MT & adjacent to a county park, this home
is a value! Priced at $299,000.
Call or txt Pat Lacy 990-1004
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New Price! NW Rancher!!Located between Country Home Blvd & Wall St, this 1957 blt home features 5br/3ba/2 car garage & over 1200 SF per floor finished, all on a 1/3 ac lot. With 2
fireplaces (1 gas) hard wood floors, gas forced air heat, central air conditioning & fully fenced & landscaped
yard, this home is priced to sell at $170,000.
Call Pat Lacy 990-1004
River FrontageRiver frontage close to town. Year round or vacation hide-away. Updated and remodeled
in 1994. Over 200’ of river frontage with dock. Electric heat and wood burning
fireplace insert for winter comfort. Fenced yard, good well and septic system. $250,000
Call or text Tom Clark 499-9999
VIEWS!!
Just Listed – Colbert 2-styBuilt in 1997, this wonderful home sits on a 2/3ac
lot. This quality home is located in the desirable Colbert Elementary, Mountain View, Mt Spokane
HS districts. With 5 bd/3.5ba, 2 great rooms, 3 car garage & 2949 SF finished, This home is a GREAT
value at $329,900.
Call Pat Lacy 990-1004
Country Living!Minutes from south valley in Mica. 13.75
gorgeous rolling acres w/territorial and mountain views everywhere you turn.
Charming updated farm house and lots of outbuildings! Priced at $275,000Call Elizabeth 389-6380
NEW PRICE! - WHAT A DEAL!!3 bd/ 1.5 bath Victorian w/ 2006 updates including a new kitchen, vinyl siding &
windows & updated baths. also mn flr util, gas ht & lg fncd yard w/ sprnklrs. only
$131,900!!Dave Holmes 979-2002
Custom on 5 Acres!!Custom contemporary on 5 acres! Cathedral ceilings, large kitchen with island, solarium, amazing master bedroom! Huge windows,
great setting! $300KCall Tim 999-3988
New Price!!
1516 Beacon Lane2006 rancher style home with everything on the
main floor. Over 1500 square feet with 3 bedroom and 2 bath with great room style. Large master
suite with separate tub and shower, double vanity and walk-in closet. Vinyl fenced yard, 2 car attached
garage extra insulation. $168,000
Call or text Tom Clark 499-9999
Acreage! Acreage! Acreage!70 +/- acres with nice mobile home.
Subdivide for maximum potential. Many access points and lots of hwy frontage!
Unbelievable potential! $325KCall Tim 999-3988
21+ ACRES!The perfect country retreat yet only 30 minutes
from downtown! Many great building sites await your dream home on this mostly level property,
with wonderful trees, views, flowers and abundant wildlife. Let the dreams begin!
Call Tor 954-6880
Custom Built Rancher!A stone’s throw from the Pend Orielle River on 5 stunning acres with views in every direction.
Gourmet kitchen, great room, walls of windows, wrap around decking, master suite with slider to deck. Accessible width halls and doorways.
1-car att garage, 3 stall 1300 SF garage/shop with openers, oversized doors, RV hook-up, separate bath
and laundry. $275,000
Call Elizabeth 389-6380
LIVE THE DREAM!!78.45 gorgeous acres on South Valley Chapel Rd. Level area plus treed hillside w/spectacular views. Can be divided into 20 acre parcels. 20 minutes
from south hill shops & restaurants. Accessible via country road. $350,000.
Please call Sola Raynor at (509) 863-3656
FIRST TIME LISTED!Custom 2 Story Built 2OO2 w/4 Bed/2.5 Bath & Full Fin Bsmt w/Daylite walkout on 9.5 Private
Wooded Acres. Features incl. an Oak Kitchen w/ new appliances, Ht Pump, Cent Vac, Fresh Paint
throughout, Main Floor Master Suite, Frml Dining, Vaulted Ceilings, Lg Deck & Covered Patio, 3 Car
Garage and a Separate Shop/Storage Bldg. $299,900
Call Dave Holmes @ 509-979-2002
Incredible Views!Gorgeous Daylight Rancher with incredible views on
private cul-de-sac. Gourmet kitchen w/top of the line stainless appliances including warming drawers.
Amazing master includes all the bells & whistles, even a gas fireplace. Two large decks on each level and includes a built in hot tub. This is a whole lot of
house for the price! Priced at $399,950
Call Jay 868-1689
NEW PRICE!
Lake Place!Rare opportunity for your very own all season “lake place” overlooking Waiits Lake, yet close to winter fun too! A wonderful retreat with 2 bdrms & full bath, W/D, large full kitchen & almost 1000SF of living area. The slider opens onto a huge deck &
looks out at the fantastic views of the lake, less than a block away with beach rights, boat slip & fully
furnished, this is a deal! Priced at $139,900
Call Tor 954-6880
Ponderosa Area!Spacious contemporary home on corner lot. Almost
1600 square feet on the main floor with updated kitchen including all appliances. Very efficient home with a newer hi efficient gas furnace, central air and
newer vinyl windows. Huge main floor living room and large family room in lower level. Fenced back yard with
wood storage area and workshop. Bring the RV too! $210,000
Call or text Tom Clark 499-9999
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Less-Thirsty Lawns Maintaining a manicured lawn –mowing, watering, fertilizing – can quickly monopolize precious summer time. Why not consider the alternatives? Whether you want to be savvier with your resources or eliminate the monotonous patch of green altogether, here are the top tips for achieving a low-maintenance lawn.
Smart Lawn Care If you’re not ready to give up your grass, make sure you’re caring for it efficiently. One of the biggest mistakes people make is cutting their lawn the wrong height, says Bob Malgieri, manager of lawn care and tree shrub division at Borst Landscape and Design in Allendale, N.J. “Mainly they cut it too short,” he says. “When it’s cut too short, the root system and soil are exposed to the sun. You get more weeds and the lawn basically just doesn’t do well, as opposed to
keeping it to two-and-a-half to three inches.” To effectively hydrate a lawn, the water must be absorbed by the grass root system. Frequent, shallow waterings are not effective, and watering during the daytime when the sunlight can evaporate the water can waste a lot of the precious resource. Malgieri recommends an irrigation system for the best results. “You’ll never be able to water well by hand and get it consistently throughout the lawn,” Malgieri says. Irrigation systems deliver a controlled amount of water that ensures coverage across the entire lawn. Another big mistake is to over-fertilize the lawn. Simply leaving clippings on the lawn is a great way to naturally fertilize grass. “It’s the most organic thing you can do, as long as you have a mower that mulches the clippings,” Malgieri says. “There are a lot of nutrients in those clippings. You’re actually feeding your lawn as you’re cutting it.”
The Grass Isn’t Greener If you really want to cut down on the time and water your lawn requires, consider eliminating some of your yard’s traditional grass and replacing it with native plants or hardscaping. Consider adding a patio, which will be useful even in winter in cold climes. “There are a lot of opportunities to have a beautiful landscape that meets your idea of beauty in a much more eco-friendly manner,” says gardening expert and author Melinda Myers. Planting a heartier native species instead of grass can cut down the amount of mowing and watering you lavish on your lawn. It’s better to find species that are slower-growing. Those are species that are labeled ‘no-mow’ or ‘low-growing’ species. They don’t need as much mowing because they don’t grow as quickly. Those species also cut down on things like fertilizer because they prefer an environment that’s not as rich.
For example, a short prairie grass can work in hot, dryconditions, and sedge will flourish in shady spots. Be sure to check with a local nursery to find out which plants will suit your environment. Incorporating new and diverse plants will give your yard new color and texture.
Quick Tips If you’re not ready to replace your lawn, start small. Widening a garden, planting ground cover underneath a tree, or even replacing grass on a tricky slope or hillside will cut down on mowing and watering. People should look at the places where you only go to mow. Converting them can decrease your workload and also give your yard ecological function.”
Planting native grasses, hardscaping and smart watering are just a few eco-friendly lawncare tips and landscaping ideas that ensure you’ll save water – and time – this summer
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All About Ombré
Dip-dyed ombré hair has taken over celebrity and style magazines for the better part of a year, and this increasingly popular pattern made a quick jump to clothing, nails and much more – including home décor.
Now, ombré generally refers to the pattern where one color gradually shades into another, creating a gradient. Those looking for a subtle ombré usually stick with the same color, moving from light to dark, architectural color consultant Rachel Peris says.
Based in San Andreas, Calif., Peris recommends ombré pattern for her clients’ walls when they are looking for something different. “I definitely think that the trend is up and coming,” she says. It’s important to choose the right colors, she warns. Stay in the same color family, with “cool” blues and greens or “warm” burgundy, saffron and olive, Peris
says. “If the colors are next in the spectrum, say, red next to purple, it can work beautifully, but I wouldn’t do complimentary colors as it gets very distracting.”
However, it takes a lot of skill (or a trained professional) to apply the specialty treatment of dip and dye on the walls, Peris says. “It can be pricey, but I see homeowners embracing the trend more on home accessories.”
On the more affordable end, this centuries-old technique of dyeing is used on textiles like frill blankets, throw pillows, floor rugs and upholstered furnishings.
And the love for ombré has extended past its dye-based roots. Designers are using paint or other color techniques to recreate the pattern on non-fabric items, like mosaic tiles or wooden spoons.
“People take a lot of interest in ombré-design furniture such as chests, tables and chairs,” says Sara Cukerbaum, principal designer at SLIC Interiors, Austin, Texas.
The ombré pattern creates a distinct, dynamic look. “When I think of ombré, I always think of an odd 60s vibe,” says Christine Phillips, blogger and interior designer at Viola PR and Design Limited, Kohler, Wis.
But, be careful to not go overboard. “If it’s misused, like anything, it can throw a bad monkey wrench into [design]. I think people shouldn’t shy away just because they don’t know how to use it. It’s like a very unique Indian spice,” Phillips says.
“But, the key is not to do too much ombré on too many pieces and get carried away,” Cukerbaum adds.
Color gradient pattern continues its style takeover – the walls, furniture and accessories in your home are the next target
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Refresh Your Furniture It takes more than just a fresh coat of paint to turn an old piece of furniture into a knockout. But with a bit of creative planning, design experts say, anyone can achieve that “wow” look. “It’s about creating a piece of art, a piece of character that people are going to design a room around… creating something they’re going to want to live with for a long time,” says Barb Blair, founder of Knack Studios, a furniture design business in Greenville, South Carolina, and author of the book “Furniture Makeovers.”The key lies in the details. Here are a few important ones to consider:
Bold color “To make an old piece look modern and fun, you have to pick an unusual color,” says Jill Sorensen, an interior designer and founder of Virginia-based firm Marmalade Interiors. “For a dresser, you might want to go with turquoise, or purple, or emerald green. Then it will stand out.” A person leery about going bold all over could opt to add touches of color instead, to places like the inside of a bookcase or cabinets.
Decorative paper Blair says she always lines her drawers with vintage wallpaper or wrapping paper sheets, which she coordinates with the hardware. “The details are so important,” she says. “If it was just a brown drawer, that’s boring.”
High gloss finish It’s one of the easiest ways to make an old desk or chair look shiny and new. Sorensen suggests modernizing a piece by painting it white or black, then adding the gloss finish.
Fresh hardware Simply changing the hardware on furniture can have a dramatic effect, Blair says. “Most of the time, the original brass hardware keeps a piece dated,” she says. “There are so many kinds of hardware out there – ceramic, bone, wood, glass… it’s the jewelry of your furniture.”
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Put a Shade On It It’s common design knowledge that lighting can transform a room – but a lampshade can transform the lighting itself. “Lighting canmake the environment look warm and cozy, or cool and calculated,” says Tom Caldwell, vice president of design and development with Atlanta’s Currey & Company. “We look at lamps in a room as what jewelry is to a lady’s dress. They can enhance the overall look of what you’re trying to do in a room.” He says, “Lampshades have a lot to do with that.” That’s why Betsy Pare’, owner of Wiscasset, Maine-based Maine Shades, has made it her life’s work to create custom-made lamp shades that double as pieces of art. “An interesting lampshade is away to add ambience and personality to your house,” she says. She uses bold prints, oldfamily photos or natural landscapes to create her unique shades. Homeowners who want a dramatic look in a living room or parlor should choose black or dark shades for their lamps, Caldwell says. Bold, colorful
prints also create a similar look. Some people seek a neutral feel for lighting, in order to cede the focal point of the room to another element – perhaps a colorful couch or antique chair, Caldwell says, In that case, choose traditional white or off-white shades. “Function has to be the foremost goal when buying a lampshade. You want enough light to read by, if that’s the lamp’s purpose,” Caldwell says. “But you also want to look at lampshades with the eye of an interior designer. You want lampshades to create a mood or a feeling, too.”
It’s also easier to replace or change a lampshade rather than buy new lamps or furniture. On trend now, according to Caldwell, are black-and-gold lampshades for drama or metallic shades that incorporate silver and bronze. Those who want more eclectic or personal looks can choose unusual trims or materials. Caldwell, for instance, has tied colorful braids or hat bands to lampshades to give them a more eye-catching look. For rooms with a rustic look, Caldwell recommends heavy textured materials on lamps.
Choose the right lampshades to create the perfect ambience in a room
Dark or black lampshades create a dramatic effect.
Light and neutral shades allow other accessories to shine.
Heavily textured fabrics for shades work best in rustic design.
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