L&UXURY H OME LIFESTYLE Spring 2012
Your Community Resource Guide
REAL ESTATE
Secrets Local Talent
SHADES of GRAY Jazz Ensemble FEVER CHARM Meet the Band
THE ARTOF REAL ESTATE EDUCATE COMMUNICATE INSPIRE
25 reasons to partner with Debbi and Adam
"Your smile is one of the most noticed features of your face and can influence how others perceive you. Confidence, friendliness, youthfulness, and health are all traits that are seen in a smile. Choosing the right dentist to maintain, restore, or renew your smile is the single most important decision we make to ensure successful outcomes. We at Piedmont Dental by Design take pride in the fact that we offer the very best in personal dental care. Our warm, family oriented team values each personal relationship and takes the time to make sure your comfort and satisfaction are top priority. We have been serving our Piedmont community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Let us help you make your smile shine! Call us for a convenient appointment."
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510-652-2911
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WELCOME Your Neighborhood Resource Guide Presented by Debbi and Adam Inside the pages of this magazine, we hope that you will find businesses that will make the East Bay feel more like home. Adam & I, and all of us at HIGHLAND PARTNERS, are pleased to introduce you to our community. Referrals are still a top source of business, whether a dentist, boutique or Realtor. This is a golden collection of names. It is our goal to make your relocation and introduction in the community an enjoyable experience. Finding the right home, in the right location, at the right price was only part of the journey. Living here is the story. And, of course, when the time comes, preparing your home for market, selling your home for the highest price, and making the process seamless, HIGHLAND PARTNERS hopes to be there, too. Our care in meeting the needs of clients has gained us many friends and enabled us to enjoy a successful reputation. Our commitment to giving back to the communities we serve has been paramount not only in our success, but to our fulfillment. Some of our favorite charities are in the following pages, as well. We await your call, invite your questions and appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you. We look forward to being your neighbor. All the best,
Debbi DiMaggio, Partner Adam Betta, Broker
342 HIGHLAND AVENUE, PIEDMONT, CA 94611
510.428.0900
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1
Welcome Letter
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Resource Partners
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Top 25 Reasons To…
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Piedmont Businesses & Services
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Community Neighborhoods
14 Ski Destinations 16 Favorite Charities 17 Community Involvement 19 Wine Country Escapes 21 Places To Dine 22 Bay Area Favorites 23 Fever Charm Interview 24 Bay Area News Group 25 Utility Connection 26 Life and Style 31 New Year’s Resolutions 35 Moving Checklist 36 Important Numbers & Dates
RESOURCE PARTNERS All-Ways Painting 510.428.0479
McCutcheon Construction 510.558.3918
Anna Scott Consulting 510.919.2254
Moderne Skin 510.414.6777
Citi Bank Mortgage 925.330.0201
Morfin Painting 510.677.0180
Clear Point Construction 510.812.1068
Northern Lights Electirc 925.833.7662
Closets By Design 925.324.7324
Piedmont Art Center www.piedmontcenterforthearts.org
Diane Crosby – Lasalle 510.541.1662
Piedmont Dental by Design 510.652.2911
Earle’s Lo Cost Electrical 510.436.4787
Rue Atelier 510.845.6800
Embrace Health & Nutrition Ruth Stroup Agency 510.813.3484 510.874.5700 English Tutor katydion@gmail.com
Security 1 Lending 510.701.2167
Gail Kezerian Organizer 925.890.7534
Sequoyah Country Club 510.632.2900
J. Hettinger Interior 925.820.9336
Shaddle Construction 510.351.4912
JB Painting 501.282.1431
Shades of Gray 510.421.1773
Kaplan Architects 415.974.6794
Studio D 415.867.0882
Kelley Flynn Interior Design The Daily Method 510.207.9603 510.985.2627 Laura Martin Bovard 510.531.8438
TPO Financial 510.601.3362
Macy Movers 800.332.6229
Twilight Solutions 925.525.6105
Mancheno Insurance 510.215.7277
WM.F. Holland Architect 510.923.9590
Marlene Wharmby 510.384.9572
Wendy Daniel Interior Design 510.450.0373
MB Jessee Painting 510.851.3936
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TOP 25 Reasons to Partner With Debbi and Adam 1. Real Estate is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle, it’s what we love to do 2. Top Producing REALTORS® for over 20 years each 3. Responsive and readily adapts to each of our clients timeline 4. Extensive and varied network to bring the best buyers and sellers together 5. Exceptional branding and marketing 6. Highly respected reputations 7. The Debbi & Adam brand is recognized by the public, agents and industry professionals throughout the Bay Area and nationally 8. Community Leaders and Ambassadors 9. Long term contacts and relationships with newspaper editors and magazines to gain high exposure for listings 10. Strong relationships with REALTORS® in San Francisco, the East Bay, Sonoma-Napa Valley, as well as relocation consultants around the country 11. Media representatives, editors, homeowners, industry professionals and the general public have been “following our careers for years” 12. Colleagues throughout the Real Estate community are partners, not competitors 13. REALTORS®, inside and outside our area, contact us to develop marketing strategies 14. Agents-colleagues look forward to previewing our listings 15. Knowledgeable about surrounding communities, charities and schools 16. Volunteer throughout the Bay Area 17. Mentor to agents and students 18. Dedicated to building relationships in the real estate community over the long term 19. Belief that your REALTOR® should embody these qualities: experience, skill, integrity, reputation and professionalism 20. More than 40 years of combined experience brand-building, learning, and evolving 21. Utilizing social media and adapting to technology in ever changing world 22. “Debbi & Adam do not exchange hours for dollars, they work until the job is done and beyond.” 23. “In the pool of desired Realtors in the Piedmont area, Debbi & Adam are known as ‘results’ agents.” 24. Work to create a seamless experience 25. Committed to our Clients Success
PIEDMONT BUSINESSES Contact Numbers for Local Businesses and Services City of Piedmont – 510. 420.3040 Piedmont Fire Department – 510.420.3030 Piedmont Police Department – 510.420.3005 Piedmont City Hall – 510.420.3040 Piedmont Planning Department – 510.420.3050 Piedmont Unified School District – 510.594.2600 Piedmont Middle School – 510.594.2660
Piedmont Center for the Arts
Piedmont High School – 510.594.2626 Millenium School – 510.594.2703
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Beach Elementary School – 510.594.2666 Havens Elementary School – 510.594.2699
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Wildwood Elementary School – 510.594.2710 Piedmont Recreation Department – 510.420.3070 Piedmont Community Church – 510.547.3714 HIGHLAND PARTNERS, Piedmont – 510.428.0900 HIGHLAND PARTNERS, Montclair – 510.339.9290 Valero Gas Station – 510.655.9631 Mulberry’s Market – 510.652.3779 Piedmont Patch – www.piedmont.patch.com Chaparral Barber Shop – 510.655.3358 Wells Fargo Bank – 510.655.0995 Citi Bank – 800.627.3999
OFFICIAL LAUNCH of their
Resource Guide Piedmont Center for the Arts – Coalescing the Arts Community of Piedmont and the Bay Area Check out our upcoming calendar www.piedmontcenterforthearts.org
Bank of America – 800.622.8731 Sylvan Learning Center – 510.428.4000 Piedmont Dental By Design – 510.652.2911 Grand Lake Ace Hardware – 510.652.1936
Located at 801 Magnolia Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611
McKean & Cambra, LP – 510.601.6588
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COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOODS Local Neighborhoods to Consider
MONTCLAIR – Just off highway thirteen, tucked above the Montclair Village, Piedmont and Upper Rockridge, this wooded retreat with mature trees boasts privacy and tranquility and is easily accessible to freeways, schools and shopping PIEDMONT – Sometimes referred to as the real ‘Pleasantville’, one will enjoy a wonderful sense of community as well as an excellent school system ROCKRIDGE – Enjoy local favorites, from charming boutiques to a wide variety of restaurants and specialty shops all within close proximity to public transportation including BART UPPER ROCKRIDGE – Conveniently located between Montclair Village and College Avenue business districts, nestled in the hills, with lovely vistas of the San Francisco Bay and comprised mostly of post fire new construction homes CROCKER HIGHLANDS & OAKMORE – Comparable to Montclair and Upper Rockridge and adjacent to Piedmont, you will find predominately traditional homes in quaint neighborhoods, with sidewalks and small shopping districts to call their own GLENVIEW – ‘Rockridge East’ my personal description…Glenview homes are similar in style to the Rockridge bungalow and are situated in a bustling neighborhood featuring charming shops, tasty cafes and convenient services including my favorite florist, nail salon, dog grooming shop and shoe repair LINCLOLN HEIGHTS, REDWOOD HEIGHTS and LAUREL – Conveniently located off of highway 13 and 580, you will find our rendition of a ‘starter’ although not necessarily inexpensive BERKELEY, ELMWOOD DISTRICT, THOUSAND OAKS—and so many more wonderful areas all boast charming older homes and popular destinations. Step out and enjoy the many amenities, specialty grocery stores & markets, boutiques, fine restaurants, parks, and the University of California.
Featured in Piedmont Home Tour 2010 and in Diablo Magazine We specialize in residential and commercial, interior and exterior painting. Our commitment to excellence enhances our customers' pride in ownership, knowing they live and work in finely-crafted, enduring and pleasant surroundings. We are dedicated to excellence in everything we do and are driven by our passion for creating beautiful home living and working spaces. Techniques and applications: Residential, commercial and industrial finishes Staining and varnishing Pressure washing Staining decks and concrete Dry walling Taping and texturing Removal of acoustic ceilings Fine finishes that include: Cabinets Entertainment centers Faux finishing Graining Antiquing Marbling
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MOVING CHECKLIST Whether You are Moving to or Moving From Your Home, this Checklist Will Help
CHECKLIST
Before Moving: Contact new and old Insurance Agents Notify friends, relatives, credit companies Change address with Post Office Transfer funds and arrange new banking Collect family records from Doctors & Dentists Collect school records for children Utilities and cable – Transfer or cancel
On Moving Day: Plan entire day at new home Make a final check home is empty Give drivers current contact numbers Carry enough cash to cover moving costs Carry jewelry and documents yourself Leave old keys for new owner/tenant Have meals for the day planned
Things Not To Forget: Defrost freezer and clean refrigerator Dispose of all combustibles and spray cans Plan special care for pets and plants Arrange for hotel accommodations Clean rugs and clothing prior to move Register children in school/activities Dry cleaning Prescription Drugs
After Your Move: Double check phone and utility service Check pilot lights and hot water heater Have appliances checked Change of address on drivers license Register vehicles Check for needed home repairs Register kids in school and activities Prepare A Home Emergency Plan
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WINE COUNTRY ESCAPES Whether you are 21 or 91, you can enjoy all that the Northern California Wine Country has to offer.
WORLD CLASS LUXURY Shop the chic boutiques, dine in one of many world-class restaurants, choose from an expansive list of wineries, enjoy a picnic, go for a horseback ride, or tour the wineries in a helicopter from above. Just about everyone enjoys being pampered, so sit back, relax and spend the day at one of the local or hotel spas. Or my favorite, just relaxing poolside.
Here are just a few places you might stay, although many more await you. Auberge Du Soleil www.aubergedusoleil.com
Meadowood www.meadowood.com
The Carneros Inn www.thecarnerosinn.com
Estates & Villas www.beautiful-places.com
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Wine Country Resources www.legendarynapavalley.com www.sonoma.com www.sonomavalley.com
As always, please feel free to contact Debbi or Adam to learn about their recommendations for you and your family.
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NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS Set A Goal for Yourself and Get Healthy
GET MOVING! For your heart, your health and total mental attitude. Grab a Friend or Partner and just do it.
ITS’ FUN
BOOT CAMP Oakland Adventure Boot Camp www.oaklandbootcamp.com
JAZZERCISE Piedmont www.jazzercise.com
MOUNTAIN YOGA Montclair Village www.m-yoga.org
THE DAILEY METHOD www.thedaileymethod.com TRAINING TOOL www.mapmyride.com www.mapmyrun.com
PIEDMONT YOGA www.piedmontyoga.com INSIDE OUT www.insideoutsidefitness.com
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UNSCHEDULED WORKOUT Walk, ride or jog your neighborhood. Get a ball and head down to Witter Field and train for one of the Many Rides, Teams or “Trots” in your community.
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anna scott consulting Leading from Center - a powerful approach to leadership I work with people who want to be more effective leaders at work and at home. My work is not for everyone, but for those who want to make lasting changes in their lives. 510-919-2254
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PROUD TO SUPPORT As We Give Each Year
FAVORITE CHARITIES CHILDREN’S SUPPORT LEAGUE www.wehelpkids.org
CANCER LEAGUE www.thecancerleagueinc.org
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL www.childrenshospitaloakland.org
EAST BAY AGENCY FOR CHILDREN www.ebac.org
GEORGE MARK CHILDREN’S HOUSE (pictured)
www.georgemark.org
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Donate Volunteer Support
Debbi and Adam’s Philosophy Whether our involvement is made through a monetary donation or gift of time, it is very rewarding to help others in need, and we are teaching our children to do the same. To learn more about how you and your children can explore global service giving go to Adventures Cross Country: www.adventurescrosscountry.com and Rustic Pathways: www.rusticpathways.com
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BAY AREA FAVORITES ALWAYS SOMETHING TO DISCOVER Real Estate
Neighborhood Restaurant
HIGHLAND PARTNERS located in Piedmont and the Montclair Village. www.TheHighlandPartners.com
Whether you take a seat at the bar, the community table, or your own private table, Marzano’s is a favorite dinner spot. www.MarzanoRestaurant.com
Local Market
Lunch
Mulberry’s Market in Piedmont is great for gifts, gourmet treats, a quick A favorite in the Montclair Village is Kakui Sushi. Always very fresh with a lunch, coffee with friends, a bottle of wine or lots of candy. beautiful presentation and friendly service. www.Kakui.com www.MulberrysMarket.com
Clothing Boutique
Bar Adesso
Rue Atelier in Berkeley on College Avenue. The proprietor, Barbara, is On Piedmont Avenue is a great spot to chat with friends while sipping just as lovely as the fabulous clothing. She also features local designers. a hand-made cocktail and tasting Italian salumi. I love their sister www.RueAtelier.com restaurant, Dopo, too! www.DopoAdesso.com
Fabulous Finds
Facials
Simply stunning antiques and unique gifts at LOOT by Ron Morgan in Polish on Piedmont Avenue. I believe Jinny is one of my all-time Lafayette. www.LootAntiques.com favorite estheticians, and I’ve had a few facials! www.PolishSpa.com
Invitations
Nails
For parties and special occasions, contact Leslie or Marcia. Bisou Nail Lounge on College Avenue in Oakland. Organic, clean, and www.PrintedAffair.com I love my French pedicures! www.BisouNail.com
Smile Piedmont Dental for professional, www.PiedmontDentalByDesign.com
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PLACES TO DINE A Cote College Avenue – 510.665.6469
Chop Bar Fourth Street – 510.834.2467
Kakui Sushi Mountain Blvd. - 510.338.1188
Scott’s Seafood Broadway – 510.444.3456
Adesso Cocina Poblana Piedmont Avenue – 510.601.0305 Embarcadero – 510.451.4700
Lake Chalet Lakeside Drive – 510.208.5253
Shen Hua College Avenue – 510.883.1777
B Restaurant & Bar Ninth Street – 510.251.8770
Luka’s Taproom Broadway – 510.451.4677
Sidebar Grand Avenue – 510.452.9500
Bakesale Betty Crogan’s Telegraph Avenue – 510.985.1213 LaSalle Avenue – 510.339.2098
Marzano Park Boulevard – 510.531.4500
SR 24 Telegraph Avenue – 510.655.9300
Barlata Tapas bar Dona Tomas Telegraph Avenue – 510.450.0678 Telegraph Avenue – 510.450.0522
Meritage Tunnel Road – 510.549.8510
Tamarindo Eighth Street – 510.444.1944
Bay Wolf Dopo Piedmont Avenue – 510.655.6004 Piedmont Avenue – 510.652.3676
Mijori Grand Avenue – 510.465.8854
The Fat Lady Washington Street – 510.465.4996
Bellanico Park Boulevard – 510.336.1180
Encuentro Second Street – 510.832.9463
Miss Pearls Jam House Broadway – 510.444-7171
Trader Vic’s Anchor Drive – 510.653.3400
Bocanova Webster Street – 510.444.1233
Eve University Avenue – 510.868.0735
Montclair Bistro Medau Place – 510.482.8282
Trattoria Corso Shattuck Avenue – 510.704.8003
Boilerhouse Restaurant Harbour Way - 510.215.6000
Flavors of India Lakeshore Avenue - 510.658.3461
Mua Webster Street – 510.238.1100
Trattoria La Siciliana College Avenue – 510.704.1474
Boot and Shoe Grand Avenue - 510.763.2668
Flora Telegraph Avenue – 510.286.0100
Nex Webster Street – 510.238.8224
Toast College Avenue – 510.658.5900
Brown Sugar Kitchen Mandela Parkway – 510.839.7685
Fonda Solano Avenue – 510.559.9006
Oliveto Townhouse College Avenue – 510.547.5356 Doyle Street – 510.652.6151
Bucci’s Hollis Street – 510.547.4725
Haven Webster Street—510.663.4444
Ozumo Broadway – 510.286.9866
Vo’s Grand Avenue – 510.465.4600
Café Rouge Fourth Street – 510.525.1140
Hibiscus San Pablo Avenue – 510.444.2626
Pican Broadway – 510.834.1000
Wood Tavern College Avenue – 510.654.6607
Camino Grand Avenue – 510.547.5035
Hudson College Avenue – 510.658.0124
Pizzaiolo Telegraph- 510.652.4888
Yoshi’s Embarcadero W – 510.238-9200
Cesar Il Pescatore Piedmont Avenue – 510.985.1202 Webster Street – 510.465.2188
Plum Broadway – 510.444.7586
Z Café & Bar Broadway – 510.451.2905
Chez Panisse Shattuck Avenue – 510.548.5525
Rumbo Al Sur Park Blvd— 510.479.1208
Zza’s Grand Avenue – 510.839.9124
Commis Piedmont Avenue – 510.653.3902
Italian Colors Mountain Blvd – 510.482.8094
BAY AREA NEWS GROUP Special Supplement | Live To Share | November 2011 Debbi DiMaggio, a Realtor/Partner with Highland Properties Mason McDuffie, Piedmont, says she has always been a passionate person who finds happiness doing things for others. Four years ago, she discovered George Mark Children’s House in Oakland through a mother-daughter organization she and her daughter belonged to. George Mark provides a place for families of children with life limiting illnesses to stay, teaches parents how to help care for their child and offers much practical and psychological support to the entire family. DiMaggio works at fundraising for the non-profit. A recent gala raised $240,000 in one night, a fact of which she’s justifiably proud. She’s also volunteered for Children’s Support League for 10 years. “Charities that make an impact on a child’s life continue to inspire me,” she said.
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She finds it easy to share information about the charities she supports with clients, colleagues and friends. She integrates this through the DebbiDiMaggioBlog.com, spreading the word about how to help in the community. Her advice would be to “find your passion and integrate it into your life.” Perhaps you also have a volunteer experience to tell or feel empowered to start your own volunteer efforts. GEORGE MARK CHILDREN’S HOUSE in San Leandro provides a safe and comfortable home and haven for children with limiting illnesses. Here, these two children are able to become friends and interact with each other with the aid of specially equipped chairs and other compassionate services that the home provides. George Mark Children’s House The first and only freestanding residential and pediatric palliative care facility in the United States. George Mark Children’s House “gives the gift of time to children with life limiting illnesses and their families.” The organization is an alternative to Hospice (which usually focused on adult patients), hospital or home care and provides a compassionate home-like atmosphere for children and their families. The San Leandro based house has doctors and nurses who provide 24/7 medical care for its children and are an interdisciplinary team that includes a licensed social worker, psychologist, child life specialist and chaplain.
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Real Estate Secrets First impressions matter… You never get a second chance. Staging your home is key… Online presence is everything. You can never under price your home… The market will dictate.
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FEVER CHARM
Ari Berl Interview by
Debbi
What year did you start Fever Charm? together?
How did you come
“We founded Fever Charm in 2010. Theo, Yianni, and I had been best friends for years before forming Fever Charm. There came a time where we needed to find a drummer to play with us. Yianni knew Kendrick through the high school's Lacrosse team, and Theo and I met him and got to know him in our AP Music Theory class which we all took together. Our first show was at Blake's on Telegraph in Berkeley, and we haven't looked back since then.” Who are your musical inspirations? What are your favorite songs?
What are some funny or unusual stories you can share with us? “We have a lot of great memories... Our first tour ever, we were stuck in Santa Barbara with no place to stay, and no money. So we decided to try and spend the night in the van (classic broke musicians). We were woken up by the flashing lights of the building's security, and drove away to the closest beach. From there, we just decided to spend the night on the beach. We woke up to a bunch of people staring at us, startled to see four smelly teenagers sleeping on the beach. When recording Sail Away, our newest EP, we once again found ourselves broke. So, instead of paying lots of money to record, we took a computer, cords, headphones, and a microphone into the Boston Guitar Center, and recorded all of the guitars there. They even allowed us to use over $20,000 worth of equipment.”
“We all have different musical inspirations, which is what makes our music so unique. We listen to everything from The Clash to John Coltrane, and anything in between. Some personal favorites of the band are The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, The Thank you, Fever Charm! I hope you become famous! And, for Beach Boys, Weezer, and Iggy Pop and The Stooges. We also more information, go to www.facebook.com/fevercharm and are inspired greatly by the local Bay Area music scene. My follow them on Twitter www.twitter.com/fevercharm three favorite songs that we play live are "Sail Away", "I Won't Sleep Tonight", and "Youth".” 510.414.6777 Debbi DiMaggio 510.414.1250 Adam Betta www.debbiandadam.com
UTILITY CONNECTIONS EBMUD: Sewer and Water: Connect / disconnect / bill
866.403.2683
Newspaper: Oakland Tribune Piedmont Post SF Chronicle SF Examiner Contra Costa Times
510.839.7323 510.652.2051 www.sfgate.com www.sfexaminer.com www.contracostatimes.com
Garbage: Waste Mgmt. General Info City of Berkley Refuse Recycling General Info. Republic Service.
510.430.8509 510.981.7270 510.524.0113 800.320.8077
PG & E: To turn on at all locations Speech / Hearing Impaired Multi – Lingual Service
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Telephone: Comcast: AT&T:
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Cable Connection: Comcast AT&T USPS: General Information
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Ahead of the Curve: Designing Homes for Life Robineve Cole, J. Hettinger Interiors
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Participating in the Children’s Support League 2012 VIP house, I talked to many attendees about where they were in the “nesting spectrum”. Some plan to stay in their homes for 20-30 years, others were hoping to add an in-law unit, still others were looking forward to “right-sizing”-- living well in an efficient space. What we all agreed is that our homes are our recharging stations—they have to nourish our lives for today and tomorrow. I spoke with them about a design revolution that is taking place. Here it is: It’s called Universal Design (UD) As a designer of 20+ years, I create homes that are dramatic, welcoming, and fun. But I am also committed to the most ‘future-planning’ approach to make homes universally accessible to people of all ages. The idea is to create a “Smart Home” adaptable to your family’s changing needs over generations. When you apply these architectural principles early in the remodeling stage, you can “Age in Place” as your lifestyles evolve, and avoid costly retrofits later. A sampling of points I consider with clients: • • • • •
digital home healthcare as part of custom electronic design flexible counter heights for sitting and standing moveable under-cabinets layers of ambient, task and accent lighting universal door widths and handles
Whether your plans include a large home for your bustling family or an elegant pied a terre, think ahead of the curve-Universal Design is universal design wisdom. You’ll be amazed at what we can discover in just one hour. Let’s meet for a free consultation. Email: Robineve@JHettinger.com or Call 925-820-9336 www.jhettinger.com
J. Hettinger Interior design services include: • • • • •
Furnishings, window treatments Space planning and storage solutions Paint, flooring, and fixture selection Reupholstering and accessory selection Trusted list of contractors and tradesmen
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Marty Appel, NMLS # 235426 Mortgage Consultant Reverse Mortgage Specialist Marty works with clients who are looking to purchase a home or refinance their existing mortgage. He also has developed a specialty with 8 years’ experience in reverse mortgages. Marty prides himself on his ability to assist older homeowners navigate the reverse mortgage process with ease and confidence. He helps seniors improve their financial futures and remain in their homes. His technical knowledge of FHA rules and lender policies helps the clients avoid pitfalls in the loan process experience. His passion and longevity make him an excellent source of valuable information about everything there is to know about a reverse mortgage.
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510.701.2167 510.701.2167
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OAKLAND RAIDERS AT DEL REY ELEMENTARY In celebration of our good friend Wolfgang, we spent the day with former Oakland Raiders player Art Thoms and current player Brendan Myers at Del Rey Elementary in Orinda. It’s our goal to bring awareness of Wolfgang’s battle with brain cancer to the community and raise funds to support Children’s Hospital Oakland to help facilitate his care.
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In recognition of hosting family celebrations in our community for a century.
SEQUOYAH
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For the last decade, Wendy Daniel has been servicing high-end clients with extraordinary results. Wendy continues to delight in helping her clients achieve a transformed space to call their own. Wendy Daniel’s interior design studio features her custom furniture line and a select collection of home accessories.
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(415) 974-6794
Edward Kaplan AIA, is a long time resident of the East Bay. For over 30 years his architectural office has been designing custom residential projects throught the Bay Area. Designs range from historic to contemporary, including new homes, major and minor remodels, and additions. Call us to see if you qualify for a free in home consultation.