Conventional wisdom says that the first rule of curb appeal is a lush, green, beautifully landscaped lawn. Curb appeal is often top of mind for people preparing to sell a home and that usually means an investment in landscaping. The question is, does conventional wisdom hold up in Santa Barbara, where we're in our third year of serious drought? At a time when driving a dirt-caked car has Continue Reading »
Archives for November 2014
How To Upgrade A Kitchen, Santa Barbara Style
What do homebuyers want in a Santa Barbara kitchen? And how should that impact your style and design choices when upgrading or renovating your home? Whenever a home buyer asks me to put together a list of homes to tour, our conversation usually begins with my client sharing her wish list of features. Things like number of bedrooms and bathrooms, ideal size and square footage, the school Continue Reading »