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FEATURES
LATE SUMMER 2011
HIGH DESERT LIFESTYLES 6 exterior colors 7 a view toward the heavens 12 central oregon living calendar
RIGHT AT HOME 13 16 19 20 22
kicked up kebab locavore’s corner keep it small, keep it simple beyond the fridge radiant in-home spa
IN THE GARDEN
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View toward the Heavens
Blues to Bluegrass
A Tale to Tell
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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS ANNISSA ANDERSON, a freelance writer and public relations consultant, also studied culinary arts and worked as a pastry chef in another life. She writes regularly for The Bulletin and other local publications.
AMY JO DETWEILER has worked as OSU Extension Horticulture Faculty for 10 years, educating in home and commercial horticulture, and providing annual training for the local OSU Master Gardener™ Program.
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KRISTY HESSMAN has written for a variety of publications including The AP wire service. She is a native Oregonian and active Bendite. Her garage currently contains: three bikes, two backpacking packs, one tri wetsuit, a bouldering crash pad, two sleeping bags and four pairs of running shoes.
Between assisting her 5-yearold chef while he creates “delicious” concoctions with random ingredients, and cheering on her nearly 1-year-old acrobat as he perfects his latest moves, KARI MAUSER finds time to write, knowing that freelancing is all that keeps her from getting totally lost in a second childhood.
SUSAN THOMAS SPRINGER began her journalism career as a television news reporter, then worked in corporate marketing. Today, she’s a freelance writer living in Sisters where she and her husband enjoy raising their twins.
GREGG MORRIS is a local freelance writer and musician. You can find him around town finishing articles at the local tea shop, performing with his band, Organic Music Farm, or homeschooling his 6-yearold daughter. Free time is spent in the woods with his family or skillfully executing his duties as a member of the Deschutes County Search and Rescue team.
BUNNY THOMPSON is an internationally published writer living in Sisters. She cruised on a sailboat for six years and 40,000 miles where she wrote a novel and published travel and adventure articles in national and international magazines: “Sail,” “Cruising World,” “Southern Boating” and “Island Scene.”
EDITOR’S
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From Central Oregon to the universe A few years ago, my sister and her two young daughters drove down from Portland for a weekend at Black Butte Ranch. Having never been to Black Butte Ranch, I asked her how it was. “Absolutely beautiful,” she said. “The girls were amazed by the sky — how the stars were so bright and abundant. They’re still talking about being able to see the Milky Way for the first time.” When you live in Central Oregon, that sort of thing is easily taken for granted. Turns out we have some of the darkest skies in the country, perfect for star gazing. (See “A View Toward the Heavens” on page 7.) But for two little girls born and raised in Portland, the stars must seem surreal. The few flickering lights they see within the city limits, they learned, is only a
small portion of a vibrant universe that at night can leave some of the most seasoned astronomers and star gazers speechless. Kent Fairfield, a local amateur astronomer, wasn’t speechless on a recent Saturday night when I took my family to the Pine Mountain Observatory, one of the top star gazing spots in Central Oregon. A volunteer at the observatory, Fairfield huddled that night’s observers into a tent for a presentation about planets, stars and space — a crash course on general astronomy that preps participants for the night’s scene as well as kills time as the sky darkens to optimal viewing levels. Armed with a computer, a digital projector and years of knowledge, it quickly became apparent that Fairfield was doing more than simply sharing information. He was conveying a passion. Using an astronomical computer model called Stellarium, he showed us a rendering of the night sky that, once the sun completely set, would be unveiled to the eager star gazers in attendance. Fairfield talked about Saturn, which on this particular night hung low in the sky and which most
of us would later see through a telescope. He spoke about constellations, nebulae, the planets and the sun. He also shared knowledge about chemistry and plasma and how powerful changes in the universe created the elements we know to exist today. This includes the creation of carbon, the element that made it possible for all humankind to exist. The tent remained quiet for a few seconds as it sunk in that, in mere minutes, Fairfield had verbally painted an existential model that connected us — everyone in the tent and all life on Earth — to stars that exist millions of light years away. Fairfield broke the silence. “This may not be essential knowledge to have as you live in your every day lives,” he said. “But when you know you have a personal connection with the stars and the universe, sunsets tend to look more beautiful than they ever did before.” Thankfully, Central Oregon offers some pretty good spots for watching sunsets, too. Ben Montgomery is The Bulletin’s special projects editor.
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COLOR TRENDS
EXTERIOR
COLOR STATEMENTS
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he beautification of your home is intimately related to the valuation of its architectural elements, the respect of its surroundings, and the expression of your personal tastes. Selecting the right colors that harmonize with those considerations will have a major impact on the personality you want the exterior of your home to convey.
All visual elements become part of your color palette, even the ones you do not paint. Always take into consideration your complete exterior, and choose a palette that visually unifies the existing elements that will remain unpainted: brick, mortar, stone facings, stucco, roof, driveways, walkways, landscaping, eaves, metal and vinyl windows, decorating trims.
10%—for the architectural details—shutters, moldings, doors, window sashes, brackets, columns, and porch decks. To maximize the details of those elements select accent colors. To minimize those details use a shade darker or lighter than the color of your siding. Generally the color of the garage door must blend with your home and integrate into the overall structure. Avoid bright and contrasting colors. After choosing the color for your home, there is one more decision to make for the finishing touch—the sheen of your paint.
FLAT—A high-hiding matte finish will bring out the natural shape of your home’s architecture. It is a good choice for the body of your home. EGGSHELL—A soft sheen will provide excellent performance. It is an excellent choice for the body, trim, shutters, and fascia. SEMI-GLOSS—A lustrous finish with maximum durability. It is ideal for trim, doors, and architectural details. Your home is your canvas, express yourself and have fun with it. Information provided by Norma Tucker, Denfeld Paints.
An effective exterior palette consists of three main colors, and the 60 :: 30 :: 10 :: Ratio of color rule should apply. 60%—for the body or siding color should be the dominant one and should influence the choice of the other ones. 30%—for the roof, door, and windows. The color of the roof must be considered in the color pallete. The paint color does not need to match the roof but it should harmonize.
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A View toward the
Heavens by Kristy Hessman / for The Bulletin Special Projects
Photo by Christian Heeb / CCOP, www.ccophoto.com
With some of the darkest skies in the country as well a number of open and picturesque spaces, Central Oregon is an ideal place for star gazing.
Along with having nearly every form of outdoor recreation at our fingertips, Central Oregonians have something else to brag about – dark skies. The kind of dark skies perfect for star gazing. “The Central Oregon area is blessed with access to some of the darkest skies in the country,” said Mark Dunaway, Pine Mountain Observatory Facilities Supervisor. “We are located on the western edge of the largest area of dark skies areas left in the continental United States.” Late Summer 2011 | Central Oregon Living | 7
Pine Mountain Observatory DIRECTIONS: Take State Highway 20 east from Bend toward Burns. 26 miles from Bend, just beyond the tiny Millican store, turn right on the dirt road and follow it to the top of Pine Mountain, about 8 miles. DAYS/HOURS: Pine Mountain Observatory is open to visitors on Friday and Saturday from late May until the last weekend in September. Programs begin a 9 p.m. in the July and August and at 8 and 8:30 p.m. in September when it gets darker earlier. COST: A $5 donation per-person is encouraged, but not mandatory EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE: 15-inch telescope, 24-inch telescope, CCD Camera and additional telescopes depending on the night. CONTACT: Visit: pmo.uoregon.edu/ or call 541-382-8331to schedule a tour
Sunriver Observatory DIRECTIONS: The Nature Center and Observatory is located next to Lake Aspen on River Road in Sunriver. Follow the signs to Circle 3 and then take River Road. Look for the tall earthen berms on the right (and the red lights at night). DAYS/HOURS: Tuesday through Sunday from June 18 to September 4. Solar Viewing 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Night Viewing runs from 9:00 to 11:00 p.m. COST: Daytime Solar Viewing is included in Nature Center admission ($4 for adults and $3 for children ages 2 to 12). Observatory evening programs are $6 for adults and $4 for children ages 2 to 12. EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE: A dozen 8 to 30-inch telescopes. CONTACT: www.sunrivernaturecenter.org, or call 541-593-4442 to schedule a private star party
Wanderlust Starlit Canoe Tours DIRECTIONS: Bend and Sunriver trip pick-ups available DAYS/HOURS: Every night from June to October COST: $65 per person EQUIPMENT: Includes guide, canoes, transportation, gear, instruction, dessert and hot drink. CONTACT: wanderlusttours.com or call 800-962-2862 8 | Central Oregon Living | Late Summer 2011
TOP 5 o places t
star ze ga entral
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1.Pine Mountain Observatory
“One of the easy places you can go from Bend is east on Highway 20 out toward the Millican valley, where pine mountain observatory is. A short drive can be a real eyeopener,” said Kent Fairfield.
That’s fortuitous for both skilled and amateur astronomers, who have a wide range of options when it comes to star gazing. Central Oregon is home to two observatories and hosts the annual Oregon Star Party (www. oregonstarparty.org) just 45 miles east of Prineville in the Ochoco National Forest. The Oregon Star Party is said to have the darkest skies of any major star party in the continental United States. Those who are new to star gazing don’t have to wander far from home or invest in a lot of money in equipment either. “Many people have never seen the Milky Way because they live where there is so much light pollution,” said Kent Fairfield, an amateur astronomer and volunteer with Pine Mountain Observatory Outreach Programs. “In Central Oregon, a short trip will get you to a place where you can see things with the naked eye.” Fairfield said with the naked eye, or a basic pair of binoculars, night watchers can see Hercules, a constellation 25 million light years away, binary stars and even the Andromeda Galaxy 2.3 million light years away. “I tell people to try to resist the urge to go out and buy a telescope until you try out binoculars and a book for observing the night sky,” Fairfield said. Dunaway also suggests beginner star gazers also get a planisphere. “A planisphere is a simple device that tells which stars and constellations are above the horizon on any day and time of the year.” Dunaway said to make sure you get one for the latitude at which you live. For Central Oregon, that’s roughly 45
Pine Mountain Observatory (top) and Sunriver Observatory (above) / Bulletin file photos
degrees north. With your planisphere, binoculars and star chart in hand, it’s just a matter of going outside and looking up. Dunaway suggests always keeping your back to any light pollution that may exist and avoid nights around the full moon. As for location, the higher you are in elevation, the thinner the atmosphere and the better the views. Dave Nissen, Owner of Wanderlust Tours said one of his favorite places to look at stars is on one of the Cascade Lakes. “You are up 5,500-feet in
2.The Badlands
“Head east into the desert, The Badlands is so easily accessible now. Turn at mile marker 17, the furthest point east and wind your way into the Badlands. Sit down on a sandy bit of earth, look up and you’ll see quite a spectacular site,” said Dave Nissen.
elevation on Sparks Lake and the starlight is beaming out of the heavens and you see a multitude of stars,” Nissen said. “It’s spectacular.” Wanderlust Tours offers Starlit Canoe Tours throughout the summer with guides well versed in astronomy, constellations and the mythology surrounding the stars. “Because we live in cities, we’ve lost our sensitivity to how incredible the night sky is,” Nissen said. One of the most magical times to view the sky is during meteor showers, which take place throughout the year. Shooting star seekers can go to http://stardate.org/nightsky/ meteors to see when various meteor showers will be at their peak. For sky watchers who want to take in a program or view the stars through a high-powered telescope, Pine Mountain Observatory offers public programs on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the summer. Sunriver Observatory, located at the Sunriver Nature Center also offers night time viewing Tuesday through Sunday nights. The options for star gazers in Central Oregon are as endless as the stars themselves.
3.Sunriver Observatory
“I enjoy spending time at the observatory at Sunriver, it’s a great place to have dark skies close to town,” said Bob Grossfeld.
4.The Cascade Lakes
“It’s awesome to get up in the mountains on a body of water like Sparks or Hosmer Lake. The whole sky is open to you,” said Dave Nissen.
5. Steens Mountain Area
“While it is a bit of a drive, one of the darkest, highest sites in the state is the Steens Mountain area. It is 9000-feet in elevation and there are no lights,” said Mark Dunaway.
August is for
Star Lovers February may be the month for sweethearts, but August is the month for star lovers. That’s when one of the most popular meteor showers, the Perseids (pronounced PUR-see-id), makes its appearance. Named for the constellation they appear to come from, in this case Perseus, the meteor shower peaks on the night of August 13. “Unfortunately the full moon coincides with the Perseids shower peak times in 2011 making it a poor year for watching,” said Dunaway. “August 2012 will provide a three-quarter waning moon during the peak of the Perseids providing a much better viewing opportunity to observe this most popular shower.” Meteor showers are actually debris anywhere from the size of a grain of sand, to pea-sized objects that are shed from comets. “Eleven times a year, the Earth passes through a path of a comet, and it creates a meteor shower,” said Bob Grossfled, Manager of the Observatory at the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory. “Comets leave behind small particles of ice and dust, and we run into it, and that creates the, ‘falling stars’. Dave Nissen, owner of Wanderlust Tours said the Starlit Canoe tours typically fill up during the month of August with people eager to count shooting stars. “We’ve counted as many as 60 shooting stars in an hour,” Nissen said of past years. “People will be treated to an amazing pyrotechnic display.”
Kent Fairfield (right), amateur astronomer and volunteer at the Pine Mountain Observatory, located east of Bend.
Along with meteor showers, Fairfield said Saturn, the second largest planet, is also in a good position to view during the month of August. Saturn sets just three hours after the sunset, low in the western sky, according to nasa.gov and appears much like a bright star. Using a telescope, you might also be able to catch a glimpse of Saturn’s famous ring.
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In its 16th year, the Sisters Folk Festival continues to grow, attract top talent and give back to its community. Photos by Jay Mather and Lynn Woodward, courtesy of Sisters Folk Festival
by Bunny Thompson / for The Bulletin Special Projects
Like many great ideas and inventions, the Sisters Folk Festival started out as a simple hypothesis. Dick Sandvik, owner of Paulina Springs Books at the time, and Jim Cornelius, editor of The Nugget newspaper, are both musicians who longed for a Sisters event that would draw in tourists and locals to enjoy good American roots music. In 1995, they ventured into the project with a one-day event inviting Portland Irish musician Peter Yeates to perform. The event was successful. The Sisters Folk Festival was a “what if” that started modestly and evolved over time, eventually morphing into the world-class event that it is today. But it wasn’t without a few bumps in the road and some lessons learned.
“People really liked the event. But others who had started similar events warned us to take it slow,” said Cornelius. “So what did we do? The very next year, we booked Guy Clark and Ian Tyson and turned it into a two-day event.” The event was wildly successful since it attracted people who followed the music of these two successful musicians. When the third year was not so heavily attended and the festival lost money, the board realized they needed some help. “ K a t h y Deggendorfer came in and helped us set up sponsorships, and we formed an educational o u t r e a c h program called the Americana Project,” Cornelius
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said. “We restarted the festival in 1998 with Tom Russell headlining, and it’s just gotten better every year.” Today, the festival runs for three days and has seven venues throughout Sisters. It is one of only a few festivals in the U.S. held within the city limits of a small town, allowing festival goers to shop, dine and lodge within walking distance of the festival. Most similar events are held in a big field that is
Martyn Joseph (left); Jenna Lindbo (above)
generally a drive to those amenities. Music is the focus of the Sisters Folk Festival, and the music engages the audience in a way that brings out the best in the artist.
Ty Curtis Band
The person in charge of organizing the music is Brad Tisdel, who serves as both executive director and artistic director. A talent committee works with Tisdel from October until July evaluating music and artists to bring the very best to the festival. Tisdel attends other folk festivals to stay connected with the music scene and meet new talent. “Our talent committee consists of a dedicated group of folks whose interest in music varies,” Tisdel said. “We believe strongly that there needs
to be a broad diversity of talent and music at the festival, and I think we’ve achieved diversity.” With music annually characterized across the spectrum “from blues to bluegrass,” the 2011 Sisters Folk Festival will be held Friday through Sunday, Sept. 9-11. Dave Alvin will be headlining this year. Called a “roots rock legend” by Rolling Stone Magazine, Alvin is a singer/songwriter who the Sisters Folk Festival has been trying to book for years. This year, the stars and Alvin’s schedule aligned to bring him to Sisters. All-event badges are $95 and allow you to visit all venues all three days. Individual day tickets are also available, but development director Katy Yoder encourages everyone to experience the entire festival by buying a badge. “We have a lot of very famous
Shireen Amini entertainers at the festival,” Yoder said. “But, we also have a bunch of artists that you may not have heard of or seen yet. You’ll find yourself saying over and over, ‘Where have these artists been, and why haven’t I seen or heard of them before?’ The all-events badge will let you experience all of the artists, both famous and not-sofamous.” Poets songwriter Steve Forbert, bluesy Southern singer Mary Gauthier, and Willy Porter, the best guitar player this side of heaven, will all leave you
Songwriting Contest, a part of the Sisters Folk Festival, has boosted the careers of many outstanding musicians. The winner of the contest performs on the main stage Saturday evening. The Sisters Americana Project,
Jim Cornelius
wanting more and clamoring to buy their latest CD’s. The Dave Carter Memorial
the educational outreach program of the Sisters Folk Festival, has inspired musical creativity and historical knowledge for American roots music and culture. “There have been so many notable successes from our program,” Tisdel said. “This year, one of our graduates, Laura Curtis, is coming back as a confirmed and booked artist. Laura performed here as a student and now has gone on to develop her singing and songwriting talents as a professional.” If you’d like to attend the Sisters Folk Festival, visit the event’s website at www.sistersfolkfestival.com, or call the festival office at 541-549-4979. The official guide for the Sisters Folk Festival will be inserted into The Bulletin on Friday, Aug. 26
Dennis McGregor, musician and poster artist
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Central Oregon Living EVENT CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS OF THE UPCOMING WEEKS IN HIGH DESERT MUSIC, ART, FOOD AND FUN. Saturdays
Monday, Aug. 8
Saturday, Aug. 13
Sunday, Aug. 21
PRINEVILLE FARMERS MARKET: Free; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Prineville City Plaza, 387 N.E. Third St.; 503-739-0643.
SUMMER CONCERTS ON THE LAWN: Featuring a performance by folk artist Eilen Jewell; $15, $10 students; 6:30 p.m., doors open 5:30 p.m.; Sisters Art Works, 204 W. Adams St.; 541-549-4979, info@sistersfolkfestival.org or www. sistersfolkfestival.org.
SUNRIVER ART FAIRE: A juried art show with art demonstrations, dancing, kids activities, a talent show and more; proceeds benefit the Sunriver Womens Club; free admission; 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; talent show at 2 p.m.; Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive; 541-593-8704 or www.sunriverartfaire. pbworks.com.
DESCHUTES DOG DAYS: With dog games, a raffle and vendors; proceeds benefit DogPAC; free; noon-4 p.m.; Riverbend Park, Southwest Columbia Street and Southwest Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; happytails@dogpac.org or www. dogpac.org.
GREEK TAVERNA NIGHT: Featuring Greek food, music, dancing and performances by Kumpania Folk Dancers of Bend; proceeds benefit Common Table; free admission; 7 p.m.; Common Table, 150 N.W. Oregon Ave., Bend; 541-639-5546.
MUSIC ON THE GREEN: Featuring covers from the ‘50s-’80s by 41 East; food vendors available; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Sam Johnson Park, Southwest 15th Street, Redmond; 541-923-5191 or redmondsummerconcerts.com.
Sunday, Aug. 14 SUMMER SUNDAY CONCERT: The rock ‘n’ roll act Uncle Lucius performs; free; 2:30 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-322-9383 or www. bendconcerts.com.
AIRSHOW OF THE CASCADES: Event includes a display of classic cars and aircraft, an aerobatics show, a kids area, aircraft rides and more; $8, free ages 12 and younger; 4-9 p.m.; Madras Airport, 2028 N.W. Airport Way; 541-475-6947 or www.cascadeairshow.com.
Wednesday, Aug. 17
Friday-Sunday, Aug. 26-28
CENTRAL OREGON SATURDAY MARKET: Featuring arts and crafts from local artisans; free admission; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; parking lot across from Bend Public Library, 600 N.W. Wall St.; 541-420-9015 or www. centraloregonsaturdaymarket.com. NORTHWEST CROSSING FARMERS MARKET: Free; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; NorthWest Crossing, Mt. Washington and NWCrossing drives, Bend; valerie@brooksresources.com or www.nwxevents.com. TUMALO FARMERS MARKET: Free admission; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Tumalo Garden Market, 19879 Eighth St., Bend; 541-7280088.
Sundays
Tuesday, Aug. 9 SUNRIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL POPS CONCERT: The Sunriver Music Festival Orchestra performs Pops classics, including selections from George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein, with Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini; $10-$40; 7:30 p.m.; Bend High School, 230 N.E. Sixth St.; 541-5939310, tickets@sunrivermusic.org or www. sunrivermusic.org.
Wednesday-Saturday, Aug. 10-13
SUMMER SUNDAY CONCERT: Free; 2:30 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-322-9383; visit www.bendconcerts.com for scheduled performers.
CROOK COUNTY FAIR: Featuring a barbecue, carnival, animals, bull riding, concerts, exhibitions, a kids zone and more; free; 5-11 p.m.; Crook County Fairgrounds, 1280 S. Main St., Prineville; 541-447-6575 or www.crookcountyfairgrounds.com.
Tuesdays
Wednesday, Aug. 10
TUESDAY MARKET AT EAGLE CREST: Free admission; 2-6 p.m.; Eagle Crest Resort, 1522 Cline Falls Road, Redmond; 541-633-9637 or info@sustainableflame.com.
Wednesdays BEND FARMERS MARKET: Free; 3-7 p.m.; Drake Park, eastern end; 541-408-4998 or www.bendfarmersmarket.com.
Fridays BEND FARMERS MARKET: Free; 2-6 p.m.; St. Charles Bend, 2500 N.E. Neff Road; 541408-4998 or www.bendfarmersmarket.com. REDMOND FRIDAY FARMERS MARKET: Free admission; 3-7 p.m.; Redmond Greenhouse, 4101 S. U.S. Highway 97; 541604-5156, redmondfridaymarket@gmail.com.
Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 6-7 DESCHUTES COUNTY FAIR: The final two days of this annual event includes rides, exhibits, food, games and more; $10, $6 ages 6-12 and 62 and older, free ages 5 and younger; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. (through 5 p.m. Sunday); Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 S.W. Airport Way, Redmond; 541548-2711 or www.expo.deschutes.org.
MUSIC ON THE GREEN: Featuring Americana music by CinderBlue; food vendors available; free; 6-7:30 p.m.; Sam Johnson Park, Southwest 15th Street, Redmond; 541-923-5191 or redmondsummerconcerts.com.
MUSIC IN THE CANYON: The Robin Jackson Group performs jazz music; free; 5:30-8 p.m.; Redmond Rotary Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, 850 S.W. Rimrock Way; http:// musicinthecanyon.com.
Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 18-20
DIERKS BENTLEY: The country musician performs; $37 or $59 reserved, plus fees; 6:30 p.m., doors open 5 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-318-5457 or www.bendconcerts. com.
BEND BREWFEST: Event includes tastings from multiple brewers, live entertainment, food vendors and more; children admitted until 7 p.m.; ID required for entry; proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon; free admission, must purchase mug and tasting tokens; 3-11 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive; 541-312-8510 or www.bendbrewfest.com.
Thursday, Aug. 11
Thursday, Aug. 18
MUNCH & MUSIC: Event includes a performance by blues act Shemekia Copeland, food and arts and crafts booths, children’s area and more; dogs prohibited; free; 5:30 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 N.W. Riverside Blvd., Bend; www.munchandmusic.com.
CLEAR SUMMER NIGHTS: The indie rock group John Butler Trio performs; $20; 6:30 p.m., doors open 6 p.m.; Athletic Club of Bend, 61615 Athletic Club Drive; 541-385-3062 or www.c3events.com.
Friday, Aug. 12 SUNRIVER ART FAIRE: A juried art show with art demonstrations, dancing, kids activities and more; proceeds benefit the Sunriver Womens Club; free admission; noon-8 p.m.; Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Drive; 541-593-8704 or www.sunriverartfaire. pbworks.com.
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Friday-Saturday, Aug. 19-20 HARVEST RUN: Drifters Car Club presents a car show with approximately 200 autos, hot rods and more; with live music; proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon, Redmond-Sisters Hospice and Sparrow Clubs USA; free admission; ; downtown Redmond; 541-548-6329.
Wednesday, Aug. 24
Friday-Saturday, Aug. 26-27
ART IN THE HIGH DESERT: Juried fine arts and crafts festival showcases artists from nationally recognized artists; free; 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; banks of the Deschutes River, across the footbridge from the Old Mill District, Bend; info@artinthehighdesert.com or www. artinthehighdesert.com. BEN HARPER: The Grammy-winning funk rocker performs; a portion of proceeds benefits BendAid; $39 plus fees; 6:30 p.m., doors open 5 p.m.; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 344 S.W. Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; 541-3185457 or www.bendconcerts.com.
Saturday, Aug. 27 SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: Featuring a performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by Portland’s Northwest Classical Theatre Company; proceeds benefit Arts Central; $20-$75; 5 p.m.; Drake Park, 777 N.W. Riverside Blvd., Bend; 541-323-0964 or www. shakespearebend.com.
Wednesday, Aug. 31 MUSIC IN THE CANYON: Eric Tollefson and the World’s Greatest Lovers perform acoustic and blues music; free; 5:30-8 p.m.; Redmond Rotary Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, 850 S.W. Rimrock Way; http:// musicinthecanyon.com.
Kicked Up
Kebabs
Once simply marinated meat on a stick, kebabs have become a much more diverse by Annissa Anderson / for The Bulletin Special Projects endeavor. Photos by Nicole Werner
The Stone Age concept of cooking on a stick is actually a great way for modern day cooks to cook a quick, healthy meal. The term kebab, originally referring only to small chunks of marinated meat threaded on a skewer and grilled over coals, has come to represent any food that is grilled on a skewer. From traditional shish kebabs to fresh fruit skewers drizzled with chocolate, cooking with skewers is a diverse endeavor. Shish kebabs are the original fast food of the Middle East. Still popular today, shish kebabs can be made of almost any meat — even blends of ground meat seasoned and mixed with bread crumbs to retain juiciness. Flavoring is usually created from the marinade used, but they are sometimes basted or served with easy sauces made with a tomato base, fruits or herbs. Many of the foods cooked on skewers today are on the healthy side. Most kebab combinations combine lean meats, fish or shellfish that have been marinated for increased flavor and tenderness with foods that contain a lot of water, like fruits and vegetables. Some of the tastiest kebab ingredients — like watermelon and zucchini — are those that become sweet on their own when caramelized quickly by high heat. Foods high in fat should be used with caution; dripping fat can cause flare-ups that may burn other ingredients. Late Summer 2011 | Central Oregon Living | 13
Shrimp & Mango Kebabs
(Serves 4)
Kebabing is no longer exclusively a meat eater’s affair. Shrimp, which need to be cooked quickly to keep them plump and juicy, benefit from a quick marinade and an equally quick cooking time over the grill. Mango chunks provide a sweet contrast.
Ingredients:
1 lb large shrimp (16-20/lb), rinsed and peeled with tails intact 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, finely grated 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed Pinch red chili flakes Pinch of salt 2 mangoes, peeled and cut into 1” inch pieces
Equipment:
10-12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes to prevent burning
Method:
1. Make the marinade. In a large bowl, combine the ginger, olive oil, orange and lemon juice and a pinch of red chili flakes and salt. 2. Place the shrimp in the marinade for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, set up your grill for direct grilling and preheat to high. Clean and oil the grill grate.
KEBAB TIPS
3. Skewer the shrimp, alternating with the mango pieces, and grill for 5 minutes, turning once, until completely pink.
• Choose the right skewers. Metal and wood skewers both have their strengths and weaknesses. Metal skewers can withstand the heat of the grill and can be reused, but they get very hot. Wood skewers are good for serving food directly from the grill (they will not burn your fingers) but must be thrown away after one use and they char easily. • Use two skewers per kebab. Thread ingredients on two parallel skewers. The process can be tricky, but ensures that the pieces lie flat and do not spin when you turn the kebabs. • Cut ingredients into equal-size pieces. Skewers should contain
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Some of the tastiest kebab ingredients — like watermelon and zucchini — are those that become sweet on their own when caramelized quickly by high heat. With any ingredients you use, a good marinade or sauce will help kick the kebab up a level or two. Variations on oil and vinegar and soy sauce combinations for meats and vegetables, and sweetened sauces for dessert kebabs, are endless. Cooking on a stick has become part of everyday cuisine in many countries around the globe, so kebabs are a great way to experiment with ethnic flavors. Making kebabs is easy enough that you can get guests or family involved in the cooking. Start by marinating chunks of meat, poultry and fish and cutting up vegetables that are grillfriendly into pieces of equal thickness. Set out oils to brush on the kebabs before grilling and some homemade sauces to serve with them afterward. Then let your guests do the rest of the work, assembling their own kebabs and grilling them al gusto. Kebab opportunities are limitless. Whatever your taste, kebabs can get you grilling your favorite foods — with kicked up flavor — together.
similar-size pieces of vegetables, meat and fish that cook at the same rate to prevent some foods from being overdone while others are raw. • Space out the ingredients. Thread the pieces so they have a little bit of space in between them. This allows the heat to circulate around the food so everything cooks completely and evenly. • Add unexpected ingredients for extra flavor. Try weaving fresh, aromatic leaves (like sage, mint, basil and bay leaves) between ingredients — they really liven up a kebab.
Cinnamon Grilled Pineapple with Bourbon Glaze Grilling guru Steven Raichlen uses cinnamon sticks to skewer pineapple chunks in this creative, yet simple, dessert recipe. The pineapple gets kicked up flavor from a spiced bourbon glaze.
Ingredients:
For the grilled pineapple: 1/2 fresh pineapple, cut into 2-inch chunks 8 cinnamon sticks 8 mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
For the glaze:
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar 1/4 cup bourbon 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Pinch of salt 1 pint vanilla ice cream for serving
Method:
1. Using a pointed chopstick or metal skewer, make a starter hole in the center of each piece of the pineapple. Skewer 2 pineapple chunks on each cinnamon stick, with a mint leaf between them. 2. Prepare the glaze. Combine the butter,
(Serves 4) sugar, bourbon, ground cinnamon, cloves and salt in a saucepan and boil until thick and syrupy, 5 minutes. 3. Set up your grill for direct grilling and preheat to high. Clean and oil the grill grate. 4. Grill the pineapple until nicely browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side, basting with the bourbon glaze. Serve at once, spooning any excess glaze over the pineapple. 5. Scoop the ice cream into four bowls or martini glasses. Place 2 pineapple kebabs in each, garnish with mint sprigs and serve.
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Food
EVENTS
in Central Oregon
Here at a few upcoming Central Oregon events that might appeal to your inner “foodie”:
Slow Food High Desert Farm to Table Dinner Sunday, Aug. 14, 5 p.m.
Maragas Winery, Terrebone, OR For more information, contact slowfoodhighdesert@gmail.com
Meet Your Farmer Night Tuesday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m.
Common Table Restaurant, Bend
A Summer’s Evening at Field’s Farm Saturay, Aug. 27, 5 p.m.
Fundraiser for Small Farm Conservancy; $45 per person; call 541-549-2064 for more information.
Central Oregon
LOCAVORE How It Works!
Interested in participating in the Central Oregon Locavore program? Here’s a rundown of how it works: • Go to the website, www. centraloregonlocavore.com, and look at all the wonderful fruits, vegetables and other goodies that are available. Click on your choices. • On Thursday, between 4 and 6:30 p.m., visit their location on Wilson Avenue to pick up your selections. That’s it. If you can’t get over to their place, they deliver, giving you farmfresh food for the week with little effort on your part. 16 | Central Oregon Living | Late Summer 2011
LOCAVORE’S CORNER:
How TO BE a
LOCAVORE Supporting your local farmers and producers has never been so simple. by Chef Bette Fraser / for The Bulletin Special Projects
If you have ever wished that there was a fresh alternative to the traditional grocery store without having to go to the farmer’s market every week, your wish has been granted. Your fairy godmother is a hardworking woman by the name of Nicolle Timm, operator of Central Oregon Locavore. Central Oregon Locavore, which started in April of 2010, is an online food cooperative offering a large variety of organic fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, coffee, chocolate, artisan cheese, beer, wine and bakery goods. It also offers planetfriendly beauty products, cleaning products, locally grown plants, candles, pet food and a large variety of other products. With more than 150 suppliers, more products are added all the time. All the products come from local farms, ranches and suppliers such as Sand Lily Farm, Sparrow Bakery, Great American Egg and Dancing Cow Farm. See “How It Works” in the box to the left to learn how to participate. Timm is a Bend native who grew up knowing many of Bend’s local farmers. In Ashland, she received a degree in nursing. However, it wasn’t until a move to Denver, where she studied high-risk child labor and delivery, that she also became interested in nutrition. It was then she realized the sad state of our nutritional health and how difficult it was to obtain locally grown and raised foods. She worked on a raw dairy farm for a year and learned that small family farms are one of the toughest businesses around. Regulations imposed on family farms by the states and federal governments are onerous and complicated, while
marketing and distributing their wares are incredibly difficult. Because of her desire to see the family farm succeed, especially here in Central Oregon, where we are so far away from the fertile valleys on the western side of the Cascades, Niki started Central Oregon Locavore. If the farmer stays and works on the farm, the rancher tends to his herd and the baker bakes, we ensure a more stable food supply. In the process, the local economy is stimulated and the money stays within the community — in the pockets of the farmers, the ranchers and the bakers.
Niki Timm, Central Oregon Locavore
For every dollar spent in the community, 90 cents stays in the community. That is a big impact! You can also sleep better at night knowing that the local farmer treats his or her animals with respect and dignity, allowing them to have healthy lives and enjoy the sunshine. In fact, you can visit many of the local farms and ranches to see for yourself. Central Oregon Locavore also sponsors Meet Your Farmer Night at Common Table Restaurant on Oregon Avenue in Bend. On the third Friday of the month, you can have a four-course dinner at the restaurant with products from the featured farm. The farmer will talk about
her or his place, typially with a slide presentation, and answer questions. It is an enlightening and informative, not to mention a delicious way to feed your body and soul. They also sponsor Willing Workers On Local Farms (WWOLF). Each month, a group of volunteers heads out to a local farm to help with projects, from rebuilding fences and chicken coops to weeding and planting. It is great way to get involved with your food and your community. Niki and her dedicated group of volunteers make Central Oregon Locavore succeed so we can have access to fresh, local food. Her first customer was her mother, Becky McCall. Niki now calls her Mom her “star customer.” Becky found a new joy and appreciation for cooking with the food that she purchases from local producers. “It tastes so much fresher and better, and I find I don’t need to eat as much of it to feel satiated and nourished,” she said. “I even lost some weight. I am also having a blast learning how to cook new cuts of meat that I never would have bought in the store. It’s like a culinary challenge whenever I open my freezer and see all the packages of local meat in there.” Her brother, Spencer Timm, is the main delivery man, ensuring that customers who need that option get their order each week. So change your routine and make a relationship with your food and your community. Check out Central Oregon Locavore and see what it’s all about.
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Local author, Rick Steber, is a storyteller of history and the people who make it.
A TALE TO TELL by Gregg Morris / for The Bulletin Special Projects
Growing up on a ranch in Klamath County, Rick Steber never thought about becoming an writer. “I read a lot, that’s for sure,” Steber said. But, it would take an economics degree from Southern Oregon University and a short stint in Portland for Rick to realize his career could be forged through the creativity of his mind, not the blistering hard work of his hands. Fast forward a couple of decades, and Steber now boasts more than 30 published books and a handful of prestigious awards. Today, one of Steber’s spurs remains deeply rooted in the Old West and the other is kicking the mule into the social-media driven world in which we currently live. “I like that each day is different,” said Steber. “The best part is being wrapped up in a story, working all day and realizing I haven’t eaten while I build the Lego city of my story. In fact, the most difficult part is losing the time
Photos by Lyle Cox
to write as I spend time doing the other things needed to complete the process.” The “other things” Rick is referring to includes the list of business chores needed to ensure his story is told to the masses. Rick runs his own publishing
For his latest book, “Caught in the Crosshairs,” Rick is extremely proud to have sold the first 5,000 copies in less than a month. One of Rick’s most endearing qualities is his humility, but he certainly
company, Bonanza Publishing, that releases all of his works. “Usually, I will print a first edition to release on my own before handing it over to a major publisher,” he said.
enjoys a little recognition from time to time along his journey. “Any time someone pats you on the back is a good feeling,” Rick said through his Buffalo Bill-style white
goatee. He is also genuinely proud of his awards, obtained without succumbing to the pressures of the modern world. “I’ve always prided myself that I never kissed anybody’s ass,” he said. “I don’t do things the way other writers do.” This attitude allows Rick to wear the well-earned badge of “Outlaw Writer.” This two-fold moniker highlights his approach to the business of writing as well as his choice of antagonists. This business stance runs concurrent to his writing style. Steber has become known for his historically relevant storytelling, complete with honest character descriptions and vivid landscape details. “I’m a combination historian, biographer and storyteller,” he said. “Most of all, I like to tell a good story that gives the reader a sense of time and place.” Who could have guessed a kid raised on Hemingway, Fitzgerald and Louis L’Amour would be able to so effectively capture the stories of his time and place. A list of his book topics reads like
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“I’m not big into pouring over a box of papers in the basement of a library. I like to interview.”
an Oregon history lesson. An unsolved murder on the range, the death of an aging rancher, a blind sled dog musher, and a questionable Native American deal are just a few of the topics around which he has written. When pressed about his writing process, Rick speaks of the human body. “The first draft pulls the bones together,” he said. “Then a rewrite adds the muscle and then tendons. And with another and another, you get the skin and hair.” Rick likes to interview people for his topics. “I’m not big into pouring over a box of papers in the basement of a library,” he said. “I like to interview. Oftentimes, the story changes as I learn more about the characters.” It’s this attitude that has lead him to interview more than 10,000 people and collect more than a million pictures. “Every time an old person dies, it’s like a library burns down,” Steber said, repeating one of his favorite quotes. Alongside his significant contribution to Western history, Steber also donates his time speaking to students about the importance of education. “I was on the board of the NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress), but I really just prefer working directly with the kids,” he said. While his helping to set national
educational standards and achievement levels for the U.S. Department of Education may seem like a big deal, Rick prefers to tell another story of his helping kids. He had gone to a school to speak with a group of students, and he gave them each a book at the end of the presentation. “Years later, I spoke with a former student who thanked me and told me how important it was to him,” he said. “He had gone through some rough years, parents divorced and the such, but said he had always held onto that book and the words I spoke that day. That’s the kind of achievement I am most proud of.” At the forefront of Rick Steber’s other accolades is his Western Writers of America Spur Award for Best Western Novel in 2005, “Buy the Chief A Cadillac.” The book is a fictional story set during the time of the termination of the Klamath Indians of southern Oregon by the federal government. “I’m the only Oregon writer to have won that award, so I guess I’m pretty proud of that one,” he said. However, even this opportunity to toot his own horn is supplanted with an opportunity to tell a story of another person he’s met along the way. Rick’s latest book, “Caught in the Crosshairs,” is 17 years in the making. Set on a ranch located between
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Prineville and John Day, “Crosshairs” examines the facts surrounding the murder of a local cowboy. The interesting thing about the book is its lack of Hollywood ending. “It’s really a question about justice and injustice,” Steber said. “You don’t have to have that answer. It’s up to the reader to be the judge and the jury. “It’s difficult to walk the fence and not take sides ... trying to stay independent of the facts, without opinion.” But that is exactly the goal Steber accomplishes. His presentation of the facts, as told by as many of the original pa r t icipa nt s
as possible, is what makes the book a complete work, allowing (and expecting) the reader to draw their own conclusion. Steber hopes the book will lead to some new information to bring justice to the family of the murdered cowboy. It is easy to like the writer whose work bring to life the shared stories and told tales of the America’s West. But it is even easier to respect the author and storyteller who always has time for a beer and a story with friends. It’s the combination of both that allows Central Oregonians the pleasure of referring to Rick Steber as a “local, award-winning author.”
HOME DECOR
SMALL? Keep it simple Small spaces in your home can be cozy, quaint and private. To many homeowners, they can also be challenging when furnishing and decorating, according to Michelle Thorstrom, owner of Haven Home Style in Bend. The key, she says, is to keep it simple. “When decorating a small space, it’s important to keep everything simple — the furnishings, the color palette, the layout and the accessories,” she said. “Small spaces can become highly functional spaces if you don’t try to do too much.” To illustrate this concept of simplicity, Thorstrom offers the following advice:
Furnishings
When selecting furnishings for a small space, select items of smaller scale and which can serve more than one purpose. “Smaller scale doesn’t mean ‘tiny furniture,’” Thorstrom said. “It means smaller, cleaner profiles, such as a sofa with a lower back or cleaner arms.” Multipurpose furnishings could
Floor Plan
include such items as upholstered ottoman cocktail coffee tables, sofas with pullout beds, or dropleaf sofa console tables.
Finishes
Choose a clean, subtle color palette for your smaller spaces. This applies for wall colors, flooring and upholstery. “Visually, this keeps your space uncluttered and easy on the eye,” Thorstrom said. “Save pops of color and texture for your accent pieces, which will finish off the look of your room.”
And whether you finish your floor with carpet, hardwood or tile, avoid mixing finishes. According to Thorstrom, an inconsistent finish can “chop up the look of a room” and limit the boundaries of where you can place furniture.
In a small space, always keep your floor plan simple and uncluttered. Place furniture in areas that do not inhibit flow or functionality, and create a single focal point in the room. “A clean, open floor plan with visually make a small space appear bigger,” Thorstrom said. “And functionally, it simply promotes better living.” If keeping it simple doesn’t prove to be as simple as it sounds, Thorstrom suggests contacting a local interior designer for additional ideas and suggestions.
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Think beyond the refrigerator door when displaying your children’s artwork.
eyond the FRIDGE “Child’s art is wonderful because it’s like folk art. You have to get creative about how you’re going to display their artwork because it is prolific.” by Susan Thomas Springer / for The Bulletin Special Projects Photos by Nicole Werner
One Christmas, Myrna Dow did a fun project with her kids. They traced several drawings onto placemats, then copied over the drawings with permanent paints and fabric markers. The place mats became a present the grandparents have loved for many years. “It always brings a smile to their faces and reminds them of their grand kids,” said Dow, director of High Desert Gallery. Children can be more productive than Picasso. How can families display art, keep it rotating as kids grow, and not allow the sheer volume to
overwhelm their homes? Two creative women, who are also moms, say the key is choosing what to keep and then finding easily-changed display methods for showcasing both paintings and 3-D art such as ceramics. The first step is to sort because it’s impossible to keep everything kids create in preschool and grade school each day. “You have to say there’s one among these 30 that I can save, and so they’re in school nine months, you’re saving nine pieces of art,” said Patti Julber of Complements Home Interiors. “And then after that, you save one of those for the year.” “Child’s art is wonderful because it’s like folk art,” said Julber. “You have
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to get creative about how you’re going to display their artwork because it is prolific.” Dow recommends saving art in a large folder made of acid-free board. She makes sure the child’s name and the year it was created is recorded on the back using pencil so it does not deteriorate over time. As far as displaying kept artwork, Julber and Dow recommend the following ideas:
Airplane Cable and Alligator Clips
Cable kits, originally intended for draperies, can be found at Complements and home stores. The
Then hang a couple alligator clips from the top so kids can decide which masterpieces to clip in the frame. “I think it’s really a unique way to display the art. It keeps it contained and you can easily rotate it,” said Julber who adds she appreciates display methods which involve the child.
meant to last a lifetime. Julber has a “keeper” from her son made of paper mache that she loves displaying in her living room. Dow recommends framing for protecting special pieces using acidfree mats and protective UV glass or Plexiglas. “There is nothing like looking back at the wonderful creativity of youth,” she said. “The unique colors and shapes, fresh and uninhibited, the joy each piece brings to the child as well as the adult.”
Sculptures and 3-D Pieces
kits offer a contemporary look in which wire spans a wall and clips hang down to display art, photos, report cards and even holiday cards. “It’s in a place that everybody in the family gets to enjoy it and the kids feel important,” said Julber. Julber said she likes the way cable can be expanded for even a 10-foot long hallway.
Giant Picture Frame
Buy a giant frame from a secondhand shop and remove the picture.
“If a piece is particularly special, it can showcase on an acrylic riser or small pedestal,” said Dow. “You can even have the child decorate the pedestal so it will go with the artwork. Curio cabinets are another way to showcase different types of 3-
D art pieces. Be creative and open to using unusual items as pedestals or as shelving.” Shadow boxes can display objects and be mounted on a wall. Also, a shadow box coffee table, with a glass top and pull-out drawer, can display clay and macaroni art. Julber suggests adding things to the box that are unique to that child, such as a photo or a background in a favorite color. Both moms say some treasures are
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HOME TECHNOLOGY
Creating a RADIANT in-home spa A warm bathroom floor not only satisfies cold feet, but such a system can radiate warmth and comfort throughout the entire bathroom. And today’s systems tuck discretely beneath the bathroom floor, says Claridge. “While past systems required raising the floor a half-inch or more, we now offer lower-profile electric systems that only raise the floor less than half an inch,” he said.
In today’s housing market, homeowners have become nesters. They’re settling comfortably within their homes, making changes and upgrades through remodeling, not moving. In seeking greater comfort, a popular home improvement project involves transitioning the master bathroom into what could best be described as a home spa. And while we may consider a bathroom remodel that includes aesthetic lighting and a jacuzzi tub, Bobcat & Sun owner Bob Claridge reminds us to also consider adding a radiant heating system to our plans. “Bathrooms are notoriously tough to heat, yet it’s a room where we seek warmth, especially on a cool Central Oregon morning,” Claridge said. “A simple yet customized radiant heating system can solve this problem.”
In-Floor Heating
When remodeling a bathroom, an in-floor radiant heating system is an essential consideration.
In the Shower
Claridge said that some homeowners have extended the comfort of radiant heating beyond the floor and into the shower. Built beneath the tiles of the shower walls, such a system can give an otherwise typical shower the subtle feel of a sauna. “The transition from a warm bathroom into a shower lined with cold tile can be a shock to the system early in the morning,” Claridge said. “That’s why some homeowners have requested radiant heat in their showers, and they love the results.”
Warm Towels
As long as you’re creating an inhome spa, why not pamper yourself with warm towels each morning? It’s a simple pleasure that’s simple to achieve, according to Claridge. “A towel warmer is easy to install,” he said. “It’s basically just a wall panel radiator that you install behind your towels, and it essentially completes the transition from cold bathroom to warm spa.” All radiant systems, including those in small spaces such as a bathroom, are controlled locally by programmable thermostats, ensuring that your in-home spa is warm when — and only when — you need it the most.
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Wildflower mixes can offer season-long color, fragrance and beauty to a Central Oregon landscape.
Wild on
Color
by Kari Mauser / for The Bulletin Special Projects Photos by Lyle Cox
Whether it’s their eye-catching blend of vibrant colors against the backdrop of muted browns and greens, or the untamed way they flow across the land in fields and patches, wildflowers have a way of brightening our days and putting music in our hearts. They grab our attention when we’re driving, make us smile when we’re out on a hike or a bike ride. They make us wonder. Independently, they’re striking. Collectively, they’re stunning. But what is a wildflower?
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The dictionary defines a wildflower as “any flowering plant growing wild in a field.” I remember where I lived as a child, an entire hillside of our property was completely covered in wild daisies. Now I have daisies in patches around my yard, daisies I planted. Are those still wildflowers? My contemplation made Rick Leeper laugh. Leeper is a crop consultant and seed supervisor at Round Butte Seed Growers. “The definition is that one man’s wildflowers are another man’s weeds,” he said. Leeper went on to explain that wildflowers are those flowers that are left to do what they do naturally. They are non-cultivated and un-manicured. They are wild, but they don’t just grow in the wild. “Anyone can grow wildflowers,” Leeper said. “And there are so many varieties, depending on what you’re looking for and what kind of site you’re planting.”
Selecting a Mix
Round Butte Seed Growers, for instance, sells around 80 individual varieties and about 20 different mixes. The mixes work well because it only takes a very small amount of seed to cover an area.
Planting an area of 1,000 square feet only requires about four ounces of seed. Therefore, buying an ounce of each of your 10 favorite flowers individually would give you more than double what you actually need. Also, the mixes Round Butte Seed Growers have created are special blends put together according to what a person is looking for and what type of site they’re planting. “You really have to think about your site,” Leeper said. “Does it get full sun or is it shade? Is it irrigated or a dry-land situation?” The list of considerations might also include flower height — some flowers are short, growing only 6 to 16 inches, while others exceed three feet and are very showy. “You probably don’t want a tall mix near the driveway where it will impede your view,” Leeper said. Some people will need to pick a mix that is deer-resistant, while others might be inspired to plant the mix designed to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Whatever you happen to be looking for, there’s a wildflower mix that will fit. Most of the seed mixes include a variety that will bloom from early spring into late fall. “The mixes can be really fun and interesting because of how they change as the weeks pass,” Leeper said. “The color scheme can change from blue dominant to completely orange in two weeks.”
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A good mix will also include both perennials and annuals. Perennials don’t flower the first year, so it’s important to have annuals mixed in for color. After the first year, the perennials will come back, but most of the annuals won’t, except for some that do re-seed themselves. “It’s fun then each year to mix some of your favorite annuals back into the perennials that are established in your area,” Leeper said. “You can really spice it up.”
also creates an insulation for the little seeds that the flowers have put down for the next year. Clean up the foliage in April before much new growth has emerged. April is also the best time to plant your seed mix, but Leeper encourages people to go ahead and plant seeds as late as mid-June if they have to, rather than waiting for another year.
Do the Research
For those who feel creatively inspired to create their own mix, the sky is truly the limit as long as you do your homework. Certain wildflower species will flourish where others will fail. And some wildflowers can become weeds. Yarrow is a beautiful, native wildflower. It’s deer resistant and extremely tough. But if it’s planted in an irrigated environment, it quickly becomes invasive and problematic. Amy Jo Detweiler, horticulture faculty at OSU Extension Services, emphasized the importance of knowing what you’re planting. “Read the label, do your homework, and realize that something from a different region might be extremely invasive in this region,” she said. There are plenty of varieties with amazing colors and unique blooms. “People love sweet Williams because of the large, multi-colored blooms,” Leeper said. “Poppies are incredibly popular with their big orange and red blooms. Color definitely seems to be what most people are interested in.” And with a mix that’s flowering throughout the season, Leeper added, you create a long-lasting environment for bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Wildflower Care
Leeper even recommends leaving the dead foliage at the end of the season because it provides winter habitat for other beneficial insects. It
“Since perennials don’t flower the first year, go ahead and plant to get them established so you’ll get the color in the second year,” he said. In a dry-land environment, you can even plant in November so that the seeds germinate under the snow and are ready to grow in the spring. While it might seem that wildflowers are maintenance-free, some weeding is required in the first couple of years, according to Leeper. But once they are established, the wildflower gardens tend to be weedfree. However, if you desire a specific look or a certain color scheme, then you will have to be wiling to reseed and rework your wildflowers each year. When left up to nature, certain wildflowers tend to dominate as some reseed much more heavily than others. “What you start out with in a wildflower garden is not what you end up with down the road,” Detweiler said. “Over time, wildflower areas evolve, and each year they change and take on a completely different look.” So whether you chose to let your wildflowers be wild and do what they do naturally, or if you chose to control them with annual reseeding, they are sure to color your landscape and brighten your days. Late Summer 2011 | Central Oregon Living | 25
GARDEN CALENDAR August
by Amy Jo Detweiler / Special to The Bulletin
white harvesting to maintain production.
Be sure to give your turf and landscape plants additional water during the hotter days of summer. Spider mites prefer our hot and dry environment, especially during the month of August, and target specific ornamental shrubs and perennials such as arborvitae and holly hocks. These tiny insects can be controlled by jet spraying more resilient plants with water from your garden hose. This blast of water will kill the spider mite on contact or knock it off the plant to prevent further feeding damage. For larger infestations on more tender plants, a miticide may be necessary. Living in a wildfire prone area? Check out Fire-Resistant Plants for Home Landscapes at http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/html/pnw/ pnw590/. Check leafy vegetables for caterpillars. Control with Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt). Avoid fertilizing your lawn during this month. The hotter temperatures are more stressful for turfgrass, and you do not want to encourage excessive growth. Continue to water your lawn 4 to 6 inches per month, as needed. Plant garlic and cold season crops. Harvest potatoes when the tops die down. Store them in a cool, dark location until use. Fertilize cucumbers, summer squash and broccoli,
This is the time of year when you may need some help with your garden pest. Look for current, research-based management in our three guides as listed on the opposite page. Clean up the leaves and fertilize strawberry beds. Prune away excess vegetation and new blossoms on tomatoes; this will improve the quality and flavor of your existing tomatoes.
September Harvest beans, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, chard, cucumbers, leeks, lettuce, potatoes and radishes. Plant asters, mums, pansies and ornamental kale for fall color. The Michaelmas daisy or New York aster varieties (Aster novi-belgii) provide great fall color for Central Oregon. Having trouble with voles or other wildlife in your landscape? The University of Nebraska has an excellent website that provides management information about many of our most troublesome critters. To check out this leading resource, visit: http://icwdm.org/handbook/index.asp. Deep water your trees, shrubs and perennials every five to seven days. Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass and tall fescues are some of the better choices for seeding or sod in Central Oregon. Consider a blended mix of
Central Oregon Garden Events Master Gardeners at the Fair
Soil Testing - Mini-Class
Look for OSU Master Gardeners in the Land Products Building at the Deschutes County Fair. We will help answer your gardening questions.
This mini-class will be held at Northwest Crossing Community Garden in Bend. Bring a chair. For more information, contact 541-548-6088.
Late Season Care of Tomatoes - Mini-Class
COMGA Bulb Sale
This mini-class will be held at Hollinshead Community Garden in Bend. Bring a chair. For more information, contact 541-548-6088.
Purchase high-quality unusual bulbs that have been selected for Central Oregon at the Central Oregon Master Gardeners Association(COMGA) Bulb Sale. To look at the selections and order, go to http://extension.oregonstate.edu/deschutes/
Wednesday-Sunday, Aug. 3-7
Friday, Aug. 9, 5:30 p.m.
Open House - OSU Demonstration Garden Saturday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what’s growing on at the OSU Demonstration Garden, located at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond. Mini-classes throughout the day and OSU Master Gardeners will be on site.
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Saturday, Aug. 27, 11 a.m.
Through Friday, Sept. 9
Garden Segments - Good Morning Central Oregon Fridays, 6:30 & 8:30 a.m., COTV-11 Aug. 12: Grow a Row Aug. 26: Edible Flowers Sept. 9: Waterwise Landscape Plants Sept. 23 Harvesting Your Vegetables
grass seed for drought tolerance. For more information about establishing a new lawn, visit: http://eesc.orst.edu/agcomwebfile/ edmat/EC1550.pdf. Water your lawn approximately three times a week at 1 to 2 inches per week.
bulbs such as daffodils, tulips and crocus. Work phosphorus into the soil below the bulbs. Remember when purchasing bulbs, the size of the bulb is directly correlated to the size of the flower yet to come in spring.
Dethatch or aerate your lawn if necessary. Thatch is a layer of living and dead grass stems and roots. If your thatch layer is a half-inch or greater, it can prevent water, air and nutrients from penetrating the soil and reaching the roots of your grass, resulting in dry spots. Thatching allows new grass shoots to grow in thick and lush. Thatching should be done every other year, particularly in lawn consisting of 100 percent Kentucky bluegrass. Aeration — the process that pulls out plugs — should also be done every other year in spring or fall. This process helps relieve compaction and opens up the soil for adding soil amendment or reseeding. In late September, plant spring flowering
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New publications from
OSU Extension This is the time of year is when you may need some help with your garden pest. Look for current, research based management in out three handbooks listed below. All three are also available in hard copy for $50 each or electronically at the website listed.
“Pacific Northwest Insect Management Handbook”—Visit extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/ and search for “insect 2011 pnw”
“Pacific Northwest Plant Disease Management Handbook”—Visit extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/ and search for “disease 2011 pnw”
“Pacific Northwest Weed Management Handbook - Second Quarter Edition”—Visit extension. oregonstate.edu/catalog/ and search for “weed 2011 pnw”
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Where Ideas are
BORN
Local designer turns a ‘vanilla’ conference space into a multifunctional idea room.
The Bulletin conference room is nearly complete and ready for action.
Four white walls. Cluttered as well as one that we’re happy to wooden cabinets. Several fold-up show off to our clients,” said Martha tables with chairs. A pull-down Tiller, special projects manager with projection screen. A metallic digital The Bulletin. wall clock. A white board on one wall. The Details For more than a decade, this When Julber was first called in to described the conference room that discuss The Bulletin’s vision for this exists in the heart of The Bulletin’s conference room, she recalls being first floor. greeted with a question: “How do Fully utilized building-wide we take this very vanilla room and for meetings, staff training, add some snap to it?” presentations, brainstorming Besides meetings and sessions and special events, this presentations, the room has and conference room has maintained always will be needed for other, a number of functions through the more diverse uses such as social years. And yet despite this — perhaps because of this — the room’s design remained uninspiring and without a true identity. “It’s within this room where ideas have been and will continue to be born,” said Jay Brandt, advertising director of The Bulletin. “Unfortunately, the room lacked the positive energy you’d typically expect in such a space. And because of this, we found it wasn’t being utilized to its full potential.” To remedy this, The Bulletin teamed up with Patti Julber, an interior designer with Jay Brandt (left) and Gordon Black (right) review options Complements Home Interiors presented by Julber. in Bend. Julber’s mission: to create a room that’s both attractive and functions and the occasional infunctional — an environment that house blood drive. Add additional breeds thoughtfulness and creativity needs such as the ability to while easily adapting to the needs teleconference, and Julber had a real of various people and departments. challenge on her hands. The result of her work — and “With such a multitude of uses, the work of a number of local this project really stretched my contractors, from painters and abilities,” she said. audio/visual experts to electricians Julber started by considering and woodworkers (see list below) the functional and aesthetic — is a room that Julber describes as requirements that were laid out for having “a hipper, younger, industrial the room, addressing each one in chic feel.” relation to the others. “Through the upgrades in both For instance, as she considered style and technology, we feel she has the heavy traffic the room would given us a room that’s more usable, see — from parties to presentations
Conference Room Subcontractors: • Complements Home Interiors: Design, consultation, drawings, project management, vinyl floors, tables, wall boards, wall coverings, window blinds and installation
• Akamai Woodworks: Refinish, rebuild and install cabinets
• Abbajay: Installed new AV system with controls, monitor and new speakers throughout (provided by Standard TV & Appliance)
• Webfood Painting: Wall painting
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• C&G Electric: Gary Dale changed the light fixtures and added all the electrical needs for the new monitor set-up
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Before the project began, the conference room was a clean slate for designer Patti Julber.
— she opted to replace the carpet with a more durable, easier-to-clean Free Fit vinyl plank flooring. And when considering the space will be used for private meetings as well as biennial blood drives, she chose to include Hunter Douglas woven textured blinds to add an element of privacy. Julber’s plans also included warmer wall colors; better lighting; new tables; a darker, refinished cabinet for storage and AV needs; and metallic wall covering on one accent wall. To address technological needs such as AV and teleconferencing, she teamed up with Abbajay Automated Control Systems of Bend. “Abbajay did a standup job of that,” Julber said. “They addressed every need, from including speakers
— one a chalkboard and one a whiteboard — that will stretch along each side wall. The boards will be used to display art, proofs and tear sheets, as well as to take notes during training
and brainstorming sessions. In the end, Julber said the room should function as a space for work, for ideas and for positive energy. “It improves morale when people are happier ... when they can walk into a space that’s warm, bright, organized and where everything’s in its place,” she said. “We do this so when people are in there, they’re happy and stay focused because they like the room they’re in.” Brandt concurs. “The Bulletin has always been interested in investing in the future,” he said. “We’re glad to give our clients and our employees a beautiful space where they can meet, create and plan for our next project or initiative.” throughout the room so everyone can hear, to making sure the 55-inch monitor was hung at a good height so everyone in the room can see.” The finishing touches on the room? Two 20-foot long by 20-inches tall Italian laminate magnetic boards
See our next edition of Central Oregon Living Magazine for details about the innovative products used in this room, as well as how the room is being used both functionally and creatively.
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expert
advice In real estate, keep it local Home values have fallen dramatically since 2006. The New York Times referred to Case-Shiller’s national index, stating 20 large cities slumped for the seventh month in a row in February. The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard Review dwelled on the excess inventory on the market. Any of this sound familiar? It should. You can’t open a web browser or scan through a news reader without encountering these kinds of bleak statistics. Did you notice this report was back from February? That seems eons ago. An age-old adage comes to mind: real estate is local. As a key economic barometer for this and many countries, the real estate market is rife with implications of consumer sentiment and mindset. How are consumers to make educated real estate decisions about a home purchase in Miami by assessing average sales prices in Montana? If you said they can’t, you’re right. As a professional, I want to strongly encourage agents and clients to take a more intelligent approach to the housing market by looking at seasonal trends and the current data within their own markets. National indexes are misleading the public to what’s actually occurring in their local markets. Local
data draws numbers directly from the MLS and other sources rather than relying on formulas used by national indexes. These indexes may be helpful to investors, but they do not necessarily measure what home buyers or homeowners care about. Indexes do not provide a full representation of the market, focusing only on changes in average sale prices. In addition to average sales prices, our local data presents key market variables such as unit sales, median sale prices, inventory and market time. An educated agent or consumer can analyze price ranges, whereas the CaseShiller report simply provides composite averages. Let’s compare the second quarter of 2011 to the same time last year. Total solds are up in all areas with the exception of Redmond, which was down 7.8 percent compared to last year. Compared to years 2007 through 2009, however, Redmond’s second quarter sales are (on average) up 38 percent. Let me throw out a real number: for single family homes on less than an acre of land, Redmond’s total sales thus far for 2011 is 343. The year 2010 had 372 sales, 2009 had 232 sales, and 2008 only saw 224 units sold. Buyers will purchase when sellers set prices relative to the home’s current market value. This is true in any market at any time. For the past nine months, my pulse and experience tells me we are back to 2002 pricing. Our local data appears to support that fact. Before one gets too smug, there is an entirely
different valuation formula for properties built since 2004. Your Realtor should be able to assimilate that data and, whether a buyer or a seller, help you come up with a current value. My husband told me about a friend who short-sold his home and is now renting. I knew the location and was familiar with the area. I asked him, “When did they buy and what did they pay?” He said they purchased it in 2006 and paid $387,000. Testing my mettle and not being shy, I said, “Oh, that’s at $225,000 today.” “That was the exact sale price this spring!” he said. Chalk this up to market knowledge and understanding timing. I, along with other top professionals in this field, know our stuff — it’s our job. The proof is in the numbers. Several local markets are showing movement in a positive direction, and even national reports are bringing some optimism to the industry. Just as you would not measure the annual rainfall for Oregon as an indication of our climate east of the Cascades, you wouldn’t take statewide numbers to calculate what a home is worth. Hire a professional Realtor (and lender, for that matter) to assist you in today’s continually intricate times. We are here to help. We invest a lot of time, money and energy to learn how to best serve our clients — keeping it real and Local! Cindy King is a principal broker at Steve Scott Realtors.
In the spirit of improving home and life Get ready for free admission to the Central Oregon Fall Home Show and Living Green Expo. The shows, scheduled for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 23-25 at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo in Redmond, will be held nearly a month earlier this year than in the past. And as always, the show will be brought to you by the Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA). Not only will this show feature many of the same great booths with incredible ideas for home improvement, but for the first time in fall we’ll also have outdoor booths with a farmer’s market and an arts and crafts fair. The Living Green Expo’s Energy Efficiency Series is back to save you money on your home year after year. 30 | Central Oregon Living | Late Summer 2011
The 13th Annual COBA Fall Home Show is a three-day event showcasing businesses and organizations that provide products, services and resources to improve your home and your life. At the free COBA Fall Home Show, many necessities for your home can be found in one convenient location in the Three Sisters buildings at the fairgrounds. This eliminates the need and expense of driving from store to store or making countless phone calls or Internet searches to compare prices or explore your options. In just a couple hours, you can visit real life exhibits featuring a wide array of products and services for your home and garden. See for yourself what products are available, and meet the people qualified to help you. Visit the COBA Fall Home Show to make your home a place where you love to live. Don’t forget to invite all your friends to this free event, and visit www.coba.org for show information. You won’t want to miss the demonstrations and seminars at the show including information on how to appeal your property taxes. The COBA Fall Home Show is presented to showcase the newest features and trends
in home improvement, remodeling and home products that local builders, craftsmen, artisans and businesses are producing for today’s Central Oregon lifestyle. Find out how you can have the healthiest home for your family by using green building and remodeling techniques. What is green building, how can you have a green-built home or remodel, and what green building supplies are available? These are just a few things you can learn at the show. The Building Green Council of Central Oregon promotes sustainable building practices and products. Learn from business owners and leaders who have hands-on experience and ideas that save you money and precious resources. All this and more is at the Fall Home Show. There are great deals at the show, so don’t miss out. If you would like more information or the seminar schedule for the COBA Fall Home Show, visit www. coba.org or call COBA at 541-389-1058. Tim Knopp is the executive vice president of the Central Oregon Builders Association.
COBA 2011 Tour of Homes
SolAire Home Builders
PGC Building & Design
And the
Winner Is... Less Than $180,000
Best Architectural Design: Hayden Homes Best Kitchen: Westbrook Construction Best Interior Finish: Westbrook Construction Best Master Suite: Westbrook Construction Best Landscaping: Westbrook Construction Best Feature (staircase): Woodhill Homes Best Value: Hayden Homes Best of Show: Westbrook Construction
$180,000 to $200,000
Best Architectural Design: HiLine Homes Best Kitchen: HiLine Homes Best Interior Finish: HiLine Homes Best Master Suite: HiLine Homes Best Landscaping: Mike Knighten Construction Best Feature (concrete floors): HiLine Homes Best Value: HiLine Homes Best of Show: HiLine Homes
$200,000 to $275,000
Best Architectural Design: Woodhill Homes Best Kitchen: Woodhill Homes Best Interior Finish: Woodhill Homes Best Master Suite: Panterra Homes Best Landscaping: Woodhill Homes Best Feature (universal design - master bathroom): Panterra Homes Best Value: Woodhill Homes Best of Show: Woodhill Homes
$275,000 to $350,000
Best Architectural Design: Sage Builders, LLC Best Kitchen: New Era Homes Best Interior Finish: Sage Builders, LLC Best Master Suite: Sage Builders, LLC Best Landscaping: Sage Builders, LLC Best Feature (built-in cabinets in living room): Blue Creek NW Best Value: New Era Homes Best of Show: Sage Builders, LLC
$350,000 to $425,000
From extreme green to extreme luxury, COBA rewards top builders of the 2011 Tour of Homes.
Best Architectural Design: SolAire Homebuilders Best Kitchen: Pahlisch Homes Best Interior Finish: Hendrickson Homes of OR LLC Best Master Suite: Pahlisch Homes Best Landscaping: Sage Builders, LLC Best Feature (integragion of indoor and outdoor living space): Ridgeline Custom Homes Best Value: Hendrickson Homes of Oregon LLC Best of Show: Pahlisch Homes
$425,000 to $500,000
Best Architectural Design: SunWest Builders Best Kitchen: SunWest Builders Best Interior Finish: SunWest Builders Best Master Suite: SunWest Builders Best Landscaping: Stone Bridge Homes NW Best Feature (tankless water heater, HRV, blown-in insulation): Tyee Development Best Value: Matthew Jenkins Contracting Best of Show: SunWest Builders
$500,000 to $675,000
Best Architectural Design: Greg Welch Construction Best Kitchen: Greg Welch Construction Best Interior Finish: Greg Welch Construction Best Master Suite: Greg Welch Construction Best Landscaping: Greg Welch Construction Best Feature (outdoor living space): Greg Welch Construction Best Value: Greg Welch Construction Best of Show: Greg Welch Construction
$675,000 to $750,000
Best Architectural Design: Greg Welch Construction Best Kitchen: Greg Welch Construction Best Interior Finish: Bend Trend Homes Best Master Suite: Greg Welch Construction Best Landscaping: Greg Welch Construction Best Feature (three patios): Bend Trend Homes Best Value: Pineriver Homes, LLC Best of Show: Greg Welch Construction
Hayden Homes
$800,000 to $900,000
Best Architectural Design: Sun Forest Construction Best Kitchen: Sun Forest Construction Best Interior Finish: Sun Forest Construction Best Master Suite: Sun Forest Construction Best Landscaping: Sun Forest Construction Best Feature: Sun Forest Construction Best Value: Pacwest Homes Best of Show: Sun Forest Construction
$900,000 to $1.25 Million
Best Architectural Design: BlackRock Construction, Inc. Best Kitchen: AndSolAire Homebuilders Best Interior Finish: AndSolAire Homebuilders Best Master Suite: BlackRock Construction, Inc. Best Landscaping: BlackRock Construction, Inc. Best Feature: AndSolAire Homebuilders Best Value: AndSolAire Homebuilders Best of Show: AndSolAire Homebuilders
Above $1.25 Million
Best Architectural Design: PGC Building & Design Best Kitchen: PGC Building & Design Best Interior Finish: PGC Building & Design Best Master Suite: PGC Building & Design Best Landscaping: PGC Building & Design Best Feature: FR Custom Builders, Inc. Best Value: PGC Building & Design Best of Show: PGC Building & Design
Green Judging Winners
Under $200,000: Westbrook Construction $200,000 to $300,000: Panterra Homes $300,000 to $400,000: SolAire Homebuilders $400,000 to $500,000: Tyee Development $850,000: AndSolAire Homebuilders
Ultimate Energy Performance Score Above 2,000 sq. ft.: Woodhill Homes Less than 2,000 sq. ft. with solar: Woodhill Homes Less than 2,000 sq. ft. without Solar: Tyee Development, Inc.
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