“California Chic” is Alive and Well in Montecito
Here are some ways to pull off the effortless cool look that’s synonymous with the California lifestyle If you already live in Montecito or just about any of the communities in or around Santa Barbara, there’s a good chance you’re already embr...
What is the Color of the Year for 2019?
The color of the year depends on which paint company you ask It’s that fun time of the year when paint color nerds look forward to the paint manufacturers announcing their annual “Color of the Year.” Here’s the thing. Sherwin Williams, BEH...
Art and Architecture: The Versatile World of Brixels™
Bricks + Pixels = contemporary building blocks for luxury home facades and interior design My prediction: Interior design, art, and architecture in 21st-century luxury homes are about to experience a radical yet practical new trend. Use of an exo...
Smart Security Solutions: 5 Reasons to Consider One for Your Montecito Home
Did you know that 90% of convicted burglars say they would avoid homes with smart security solutions? Statistics show that every 14.5 seconds, a burglary is reported to the police. Montecito homeowners who don’t want to become part of that statist...
A Montecito Estate: The Perfect Venue for an Outdoor Bath
Here are some homes just waiting for you to create a soothing escape on the grounds of your Montecito estate Picture yourself enjoying a relaxing soak outdoors at your luxury Montecito estate. With a glass of fine wine or a cup of tea in hand, inhal...
Extreme Lawn Care: Are You a Competitor?
10 Summer lawn care tips from the extreme lawn care guru I’ve blogged before about the importance of curb appeal but extreme lawn care is new to me. Would you pick blades of grass by hand or vacuum your lawn? Some homeowners across the country do....
Outdoor Trends Perfect for the Santa Barbara Lifestyle
Top 6 Trends for Inside/Outside Living at its Best I just finished reading an article in Realty Times about the top outdoor trends this summer and thought the info was perfect for those of us lucky enough to live the Santa Barbara lifestyle. Here ar...
10 Plants To Spruce Up Your Santa Barbara Garden and Keep The Mosquitos Away
Do you know there are some beautiful plants that can safely act to keep mosquitos out of your Santa Barbara garden and yard? Here are 10 that are most effective: 1) Mint Mint is an effective mosquito repellant that also helps to keep flies away. It...
Outdoor Spaces in Luxury Homes: Builders Follow the Santa Barbara Example
Four trends that luxury homeowners across the country are implementing across the country to adapt the California dream of outdoor living I just read an article in the Wall Street Journal about outdoor spaces in luxury homes becoming bigger, more e...
7 Tips for Keeping Kids Safe Around Pools and Spas
A couple summers ago, I wrote a blog post outlining several safety tips for pool owners. Because many homes in Santa Barbara have beautiful pools and spas, I thought it would be prudent to add a few more and remind those of us with those wonderful ou...