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2018 Brings Some Amazing and Familiar Design Trends

The Old Becomes New Again! Whether you use one of the new design apps or you can just "see" it in your mind when it comes to design, there are some new trends coming that you will want to know about. Rose gold, subway tiles and exposed lighting were some of the top home decor trends of 2017. With this new year comes new decorating patterns, stylish, timeless pieces to fresh takes on old styles. 2018 is going to have some amazing home design trends! Read on and watch out for the trends Decor … Continue reading...

How Will Millennials Affect the 2018 Housing Market?

Millennials & Their Affect on 2018 Over the past several years, we've seen generation Y — most commonly known as the millennial generation — has always had some interesting topics come alongside it. Whether it's their work habits or the way they may impact the 2018 housing market, you rarely hear crickets when it comes to the subject of millennials. Let's see what Fortune Builders has to say as we take a look at their expected effect on the 2018 housing market. Let's find out how real … Continue reading...

New Design Trends for 2018

Design Trends "From splashy colors to bright yellow couches and mixed metal everything, our stable of designers and tastemakers are giving you the ultimate insiders’ scoop on what’ll be hot in 2018," Realtor.com reports. "And trust us: It’ll be a gorgeous year." See the 9 that they have put together HERE. … Continue reading...

Flaws on Your Wall? Learn to Hide Them

We all have a wall that needs a little work. How about a necessary blemish you can’t get rid of but don’t love to look at? Here are 12 ways (from Houzz) to hide thermostats, awkward windows, garish brick and other pesky flaws that are causing you from enjoying the beauty of any room in your home. … Continue reading...

Bellevue Live at Lunch

Bellevue Live at Lunch Concert Series - There is still time to catch one! Bellevue's Live at Lunch concert series still has a few concerts left for the year. Have you been to one yet? They are a great "break" in your day to get out and listen to some music and meet some new people. Here is the schedule. Try it! You'll like it! … Continue reading...

Organizing Tips

Tips for Organizing that Linen Closet Do you find it a challenge to find a place for everything? Organizing can become overwhelming at times, but there are others out there that have some great ideas. Linen closets can always be challenging if you are trying to keep everything in one place for easy "go-to" for you and anyone else who lives in or stays in your home. Here are a few linen closet ideas from "Real Simple" that I just couldn't pass up on. … Continue reading...

Bellevue’s Live at Lunch

Check out the Bellevue's Live at Lunch and add some music to your day! July 11-September 14th from Noon - 1:30 P.M. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Schedule and info here: bit.ly/LiveLunch17 … Continue reading...

Co-Buying Homes is the New Thing

Many Different Types of "Co-Buyers" Prices are getting so high that many unmarried couples are buying homes together. Young couples buying homes together before tying the knot has risen 14% over the last nine years. There are also many other types of "co-buyers" out there says Aaron Malveaux, a potential co-buyer, “I always thought two married people would buy a home together. I never thought unmarried people or just groups of friends could buy homes together." Read the full article from … Continue reading...

Bellevue – Good Things are Happening

Bellevue, WA - Where the Action is! From being updated to a "Seattle-like urban hub" with ongoing condo and apartment construction or the Meydenbauer waterfront getting a complete makeover, Bellevue is the place Millennials and others want to live. “A lot of the millennials, they want to be where the action is,” said Mike Brennan, Bellevue’s development services director. “That’s why they’re building this stuff. There’s a market for it. It’s creating a lively, energetic, interesting … Continue reading...

Summer Events: Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair

BAM ARTSfair July 29, 30, & 31, 2016 Friday & Saturday: 9:30am - 9:30pm | Sunday: 9:30am - 6pm Bellevue Square and Bellevue Arts Museum | FREE! The 70th Annual Bellevue Arts Museum ARTSfair is scheduled for July 29 – 31, 2016. Shop from over 300 inspiring artists showcasing unique, handmade craft and art. This marketplace represents modern, traditional, and emerging work. Learn more here. … Continue reading...