DOWNTOWN DC ENJOYS HEALTHY ECONOMY DESPITE NATIONAL RECESSION - 06/30/08 04:19 PM
The Downtown DC Business Improvement District (BID) recently released its 2007 State of Downtown Report, which shows that the Downtown BID area's economy has remained surprisingly robust in the midst of international and national economic and financial hardships.
During 2007, visitors in the Downtown BID area hit an all time high of 9.5 million.  The BID area Metrorail rider-ship rose to 102,000 per weekday (up 2,000 riders per day from 2006) and the DC Circulator bus carried about 6,600 daily riders in 2007 (up 16% from  2006) and served its 5 millionth passenger in December 2007.  In addition, the Downtown BID … (0 comments)

Rolling Rings Beat Out Shower Hooks - 06/27/08 02:40 PM
A seemingly small indulgence, rolling shower curtain rings can make a massive difference in bathrooms of any size.  These rings make opening and closing the shower curtain a smooth, streamlined, and luxurious movement. The basic metal design lasts a long time and is an elegant alternative to plastic shower rings that often stick or break.  You can find them at most hardware and home improvement stores, design stores, and big chains for between $11 and $15 for a pack of 12 rings.  Available in a variety of metal finishes including gold, bronze, silver, and chrome, these metal rolling rings showcase beautiful … (2 comments)

Bathroom Design Tips - 06/25/08 04:45 PM
One of the most utilitarian rooms in the home, the bathroom often gets overlooked when decorating.  However, a great bathroom with ample and creative storage and a strong sense of personal style can bring an extra bit of pampering to your daily life.  And who doesn't want that? 
Storage: Make sure you have plenty of storage in the bathroom, since this will create the feel of a well designed room.  Under-the-sink storage, over-the-sink storage, cabinets, over-the-toilet storage, and shower storage all offer plenty of options for tucking those unsightly bathroom necessities out of sight.  The creative use of kitchen canisters, wall … (2 comments)

Spacious Living at the Trillium-Bethesda - 06/23/08 06:40 PM
Space can be a precious commodity more so in urban areas and the chance to find a spacious residence that is within walking or easy driving distance may be difficult.  At the Trillium-Bethesda this difficulty is addressed with larger than average floor plans, one, two and three-bedroom units with 9-foot ceiling heights in living areas, abundant closets, dens and private balconies.
The amenities also solve the need to go out for important necessities. Valet parking, concierge services, a luxurious main lobby featuring a water wall and original artworks, a lounge with double-sided fireplace, a party room with cocktail area that extends … (0 comments)

Preserving Old Town Charm at the Prescott - 06/20/08 05:27 PM
One block north of King Street, at 1115 Cameron Street #105, Alexandria, VA is the Prescott, a 64-unit residential condominium that is designed to blend with the Old Town charm yet feature modern amenities.
The Prescott offers two-bedroom units with 9-foot ceilings in the living areas, hardwood flooring, designer blinds on all windows, spacious walk-in closets, insulated windows, spacious kitchen with granite countertops and maple cabinets, and luxury baths. Building features include a rooftop terrace, underground parking space, and controlled access to garage, elevators and lobby.
The relative lack of amenities common in other luxury condominiums like a pool or gym … (0 comments)

Make a Unique Kitchen Table Out of a Door - 06/18/08 03:46 PM
For a kitchen table that is both eco-friendly and budget-friendly, consider reclaiming a old wooden door.  With a bit of imagination, a few tools, and some time, you'll have a sturdy and original custom piece of furniture that will spark both conversations and imaginations.
The first step is to rescue a paneled wood door from a thrift store, salvage yard, remodel, or www.secondchanceinc.org and clean it up well.  Then screw in four IKEA table legs on each corner of what will be the underside of the table.  Flip the door over so it is standing as a table on its new … (8 comments)

Staging Your Condo For A Quick Sale - 06/17/08 05:54 PM
In this housing slump, sellers have increasingly been hiring professional stagers to improve the look and feel of their D.C. condo before putting up that "For Sale" sign.  Stagers are design professionals who organize, decorate, and clean a property to make it more inviting to house-hunters.  Don't confuse Accredited Staging Professionals (ASP) with interior designers.  Staging is much faster and less expensive than interior design, though it often has similar results.
When selling a house, the seller controls the price and the look, and the market determines the rest.  Just as a good real estate agent will help sellers determine the … (5 comments)

How to Create More Storage Space in the Bathroom - 06/16/08 03:51 PM
The bathroom is often a small room with a big clutter problem, and it can be a challenge to deal with its space limitations.  To conquer this problem, first get rid of as much as you can, and then explore some of the following options for the rest of your bathroom necessities.
Over-the-Sink Storage: Medicine cabinets are no longer the only option for over-the-sink storage.  Wall-mounted cabinets, wall-mounted racks, and open shelving can all replace the extremely shallow and often insufficient storage space of the medicine cabinet.  Think you'll miss the mirror?  Just use a wall-mounted extension mirror like this one … (0 comments)

Washington Panorama at the Turnberry Tower - 06/11/08 01:50 PM
Turnberry Arlington is a 26-story high-rise condominium going up on 1850 North Fort Myer Drive in Arlington, Va. It will be an ideal residence where one can enjoy a vantage view of the Potomac River, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Memorial, Georgetown University and the National Cathedral. Luxury means floor-to-ceiling glass windows, private balconies, nine to 12-foot ceilings, direct-entry elevators, granite countertops and marble baths in one, two or three-bedroom units priced from $800K to $4M. Amenities reflect affluence and comfort with security, 24-hour valet, and concierge to a full-service catering kitchen, bistro dining, all-weather indoor swimming pool, fitness center, saunas and steam rooms.
Sufficient enough … (0 comments)

Tips To Help You Start Your Home Project - 06/10/08 01:07 PM
Envisioning your new home or simply making improvements to your residence can be exciting and challenging. The new lighter shade of paint to go with the handsome leather couch, the mosaic tiles in the bathroom - these ideas can get stuck in the mind and leave you impatient to start and finish at once.
But being fast is not advisable because although exciting, home projects are also demanding particularly on the pocket. Any work that demands expenses is better tackled first with study and preparation. 
The following tips will help you get started:
1. Plan your goal
Put the wishes and visions … (0 comments)

The Best of Urban Living at the Lofts 11 - 06/04/08 05:14 PM
Going up east of Logan Circle and north of Massachusetts Avenue - is Lofts 11, a 27-unit condominium that captures the best of Urban Living.  Its proximity to Dupont Circle, Gallery Place and the K Street business area makes it metro accessible.  The downtown, restaurants, shops and clubs are just a walk away.
This condominium is another example of the revitalization that seeks to preserve the historic importance of Washington areas while staying in sync with dynamic and sustainable modernization.  Architect Norman Smith designed Lofts 11 to blend with the traditional townhouses as well as the modern office buildings in the neighborhood.  Environmentally sound … (0 comments)

Determining Your Credit Score - 06/04/08 04:31 PM
A high credit score establishes a person's capability to secure loans and meet payment obligations on schedule. Based on the commonly used credit scoring system developed by Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) back in the 1960s, credit score is determined with the following considerations:
Payment records
Due payment of bills has a 35% bearing in the FICO score. The amount of debt gets 30% while the length of credit history gets 15%. Ten percent is allotted for the number of credits opened and the remaining 10% is for the type of credits used.
Number of credit card accounts
Having just one account … (3 comments)

 

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