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Fabulous Sunridge Unit in San Ramon California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:06:00 -0600

The Bay Area Team and C.L. Design Services Home Staging Present

608 Destiny Lane, San Ramon, a fabulous townhome in Sunridge.

The largest floorplan in this development with 1400 square fee, 3 full bedroom and 2.5 baths, this home backs to open space and has a custom remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters and maple cabinets.

New interior paint and laminate floors make this the perfect home.

For more information about this home contact Ann Marie or Jim at 925-260-8883 today!

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors, and many prospective home buyer’s best interest in mind with every home staging.

Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925-351-6118.

Stunning Elegance in Danville California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:27:50 -0500

The Bay Area Team, Keller Williams Danville, and C.L. Design Services Home Staging present

104 Victoria Place

This traditional 4,200 sq foot home is formal and casual living at its best!

The incredible backyard features a pool, spa and built in kitchen.

The sweeping, elegant entry opens to a formal living room with a marble fireplace.

The formal dining room boasts fireside seating.

The chef's kitchen features slab granite stainless appliances, a center island and a large dining area.

A romantic master suite and retreat area is on the main level.

A handsome study with hardwood flooring is on the main level along with a full bedroom, powder room and full bath. Upstairs the home features 3 bedrooms, a bonus room and 2 bathrooms.

Cathy Lee, owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging, strives to keep every client, Realtor and many potential home buyer's best interest in mind with every home staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925-351-6118 today.

Tweets, Wine and Stargazing!!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:49:22 -0500

Tri Valley Tweetup, hosted and sponsored by Wente Vineyards.

It was an amazing time out at the Estate Tasting Room tonight.

We enjoyed wonderful wine, cheese, crackers and fruit....and that was all BEFORE the stargazing began.

Have you been out to see Jupiter tonight??? Simply incredible!

Location: Wente Vineyards Estate Tasting Room, Livermore

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the san Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interest in mind with every home staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925-351-6118.

Realtor and Affiliate Honored at CCRIM

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:50:21 -0500

Mike Handlin, President of Contra Costa Realtors in Motion, presented awards at our weekly marketing meeting.

Realtor Jill Cruey, Keller Williams, Walnut Creek and Cathy Lee of C.L. Design Services Home Staging were honored this 3rd quarter of the year.

Exceptional Leadership, Ethics, Goodwill and Professionalism are acknowleded with these awards.

Jill and I were quite surprised and honored to accept the awards.

I strive to serve the community and my clients with an unending passion! Gratefully, Cathy Lee

Realtor and Affiliate Honored at CCRIM

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:45:03 -0500

Mike Handlin, President of Contra Costa Realtors in Motion, presented awards at our weekly marketing meeting.

Realtor Jill Cruey, Keller Williams, Walnut Creek and Cathy Lee of C.L. Design Services Home Staging were honored this 3rd quarter of the year.

Exceptional Leadership, Ethics, Goodwill and Professionalism are acknowleded with these awards.

Jill and I were quite surprised and honored to accept the awards.

I strive to serve the community and my clients with an unending passion! Gratefully, Cathy Lee

Expanded "Smith" Home on Premium Lot Bryan Meadows Alamo California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:53:38 -0500

George Bassett, Executive Brokers Realty, presents 508 Wild Flower Place, Alamo.

This stylish and expanded single story home is an entertainers dream with its huge living room, dining room and family room.

The sprawling master bedroom and retreat has doors to the separate spa area and sparkling pool.

The pool was recently renovated. The 23,000 lot is completely private and beautifully landscaped.

For a private tour or more information on this gorgeous home contact George Bassett at 925-938-7090.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco BayArea. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective buyers best interests in mind with every home staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote today at 925-351-6118.

Exceptional Leadership Recognized at Realtor Marketing Meeting in San Ramon California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 23:41:40 -0500

The San Ramon Realtor's Marketing Association honored and recognized two outstanding and exceptional leaders in our community yesterday.

RMA's President, Nate Ellis presented Corinne Barlow of Keller Williams Realty in Danville, Realtor of the quarter and Kirk Bailey, owner of Home Folio Magazine, Affiliate of the quarter.

Both Corinne and Kirk work endlessly in our community to raise funds for charity and are fine examples of goodwill and professionalism.

The room gave them a well deserved standing ovation!!

What a priviledge it is to work in the Real Estate Industry with them! Congratulations!!! Cathy Lee

Beautiful Walnut Creek Home-Short Sale

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:42:14 -0500

Joe Dajani presents 73 Terra Bella, Walnut Creek

This home has a gourmet kitchen with a Viking Refrigerator, two fireplaces, updated baths, a sparkling pool and much more. It is located on a cul-de-sac in beautiful South Walnut Creek near schools and downtown. For a private tour or more information on this short sale purchase contact Joe at 925-932-5100.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Service Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyer's best interest in mind with every staging. Contact Cathy Lee for your complimentary quote today at 925-351-6118.

Perfection in Clayton, California!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:14:45 -0500

Presenting 170 Brandywine Place, a single story home updated to perfection for the discriminating buyer.

This property boasts 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 fireplaces located in one of the cities Money Magazine recognized as one of the Top 100 best places in the Nation to live. Clayton is truly unique and so is this home!

For more information or a private tour contact Lynne French today.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home owners best interests in mind with every home staging.

Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote today at 925-351-6118.

Dream Weaver's Meet in Walnut Creek September 15. 2009

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:55:44 -0500

Featured Speaker: Cathy Lee, A.S.P., I. A. H.S.P.

Achieve Balance and Harmony in your life with Color!

Research has revealed we can create peace, harmony and a sense of balance in our homes with color. While most of us do not spend a lot of time thinking about room color-it affects every day of our lives. Room color can influence our mood and our thoughts. Colors affect people in many ways, depending on age, ethnic background, gender or local climate. It is important to choose color wisely.

When selecting color for a room, keep in mind that each color has a psychological value. Think about how those colors make you feel. The main color of your room can have an effect on your mood. These colors can make you feel anything from tranquil to rage. Too many colors can make a room look busy or cluttered.

Paint is fairly inexpensive and transforms a room more quickly than anything else you can do so you can afford to experiment a little.

Understand that colors behave in three basic ways: active, passive, and neutral, and you can easily match every room’s colors to your personal desires and taste and to the room’s purpose. Light colors are expansive and airy, they make rooms seem larger and brighter. Dark colors are sophisticated and warm; they give large rooms a more intimate appearance.

Red creates excitement, stimulates the appetite and raises a room’s energy level. In the dining room, red draws people together and stimulates conversation. In an entryway, it creates a strong first impression. Red has been shown to raise blood pressure, speed respiration and heart rate. It is usually considered too stimulating for bedrooms.

Crimson can make some people feel irritable. With red invoking feelings of rage and hostility this is a color that should be avoided as the main color of a room. Sitting for long periods of time in a room this color will likely breakdown any peace and harmony you are striving to create in your home. Ancient cultures used the color red to stimulate the body and mind and to increase circulation.

Yellow captures the joy of sunshine and communicates happiness. It’s perfect for kitchens, dining rooms, and bathrooms, where happy color is energizing and uplifting. In halls, entries, and small spaces, yellow can feel expansive and welcoming. Yellow although is a cheery color is not a good choice in main color schemes of a room. People are more likely to lose their tempers in a yellow room. Studies show babies also seem to cry more in a yellow room. This color tends to create feeling of frustration and anger in people. This color is the most fatiguing on the eyes. Yellow is believed to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.

Blue, the tranquility color, brings down blood pressure and slows respiration and heart rate. It is considered calming, relaxing, and serene, and is often recommended for bedrooms and bathrooms. Blue is an appetite suppressant. Be careful, however: A pastel blue that looks pretty on the paint chip can come across as unpleasantly chilly when it’s on the walls and furnishings, especially in a room that receives little natural light. If you opt for a light blue as the primary color in a room, balance it with warm hues in the furnishings and fabrics.

To encourage relaxation in the rooms where people gather; family rooms, living rooms, large kitchens, consider warmer blues, such as periwinkle, or bright blues, such as cerulean or turquoise. Blue is known to have a calming effect when used as the main color of a room. When going with blue go for softer shades of blue. Dark blue has the opposite effect. Dark blue evokes feels of sadness. So refrain from using darker blues in your main color scheme. Stay with the lighter shades of blue to give you and your loved ones a calm effect.

Green is considered the most restful color for the eye. Often reminding others of nature, green is suited to almost any room in the house. In a kitchen, a sage or medium green cools things down; in a family room or living room, it encourages unwinding but has enough warmth to promote comfort and togetherness. In a bedroom, it’s relaxing and pleasant. Green also has a calming effect when used as a main color for decorating. It is believed to relieve stress and reduce muscle tension by helping people relax. Also believed to help with fertility, this is a great choice for the bedroom.

Purple, in its darkest values (eggplant, for example) is rich, dramatic, and sophisticated. It’s associated with royalty and luxury. Purple boosts creativity and our imaginations. It is a perfect color for children’s rooms and women's offices. Lighter versions of purple, such as lavender and lilac, bring the same restful quality to bedrooms as blue does, but without the risk of feeling chilly.

Orange evokes cheerfulness, warmth excitement, and is an energetic color. While not a good idea for a living room or for bedrooms this color is great for an exercise room. It will bring all the emotions out that you need when jumping into your fitness routine. In ancient cultures, orange was used to heal the lungs and increase energy levels.

Neutrals (black, gray, white, and brown) are basic to any home and needed to liven things up; or calm things down. Black is best used in small doses as an accent , indeed, some experts maintain that every room needs a touch of black to ground the color scheme and give it depth.

Conclusion

The best color in the whole wide world is the one that looks best on you! Coco Chanel quote.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many potential home buyers best interests in mind with every home staging.

6 Reasons You're Not Getting Referrals

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 23:30:27 -0500

Keen skills, meticulous execution and performance are key to success and mastery according to Tom Hart, an industry trainer and leader in California Real Estate. He was the guest speaker at WCR So Alameda Counties monthly luncheon yesterday.

6 Reasons you are not getting Referrals:

1) You are not asking for them.

2) You are not paying attention

3) You are not following up

4) You are not leaving anything memorable behind

5) You are not articulating value

6) You are not providing exceptional service

Tom strived our need to be good listeners and to remember to question our clients.

Other valuable tips from Tom:

Survival in this industry can be achieved by removing negative people from our lives. We must know our competition, have complete confidence in ourselves and be able to express our value to others.

Tom Hart will be teaching a 3 hour negotiating mastery workshop in late October in the Tri-Valley Area.

For more information or to register contact Tom at 925-355-1187 or tom@tomhart.com

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interests in mind with every staging.

"Welcome Potential Home Buyer's" This home is ready to sell!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 01:12:28 -0500

Buyer's are looking for "move in ready" homes. Don't be tempted to list your home without staging it, even if you have painted fresh decorator colors, replaced your flooring, cleaned it sparkling shiny. Staging is the GrandFinale. It is the key to success. Don't "try to sell for a few weeks and see if you can do without staging".

You cannot afford not to stage! The proof is in these photos:

C.L. Design Services Home Staging project today was in beautiful Clayton, California.

Living Room After

Dining Room After

Family Room After

This homeseller was wise and staged before listing his property. He interviewed several Realtors and insisted on professionally staging his home. Home Staging Surveys show over and over staged homes sell faster.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients many prospective home buyers best interest in mind with every home staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925-351-6118.

Panoramic Views in Clayton California!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 23:11:04 -0500

The Joe Dajani Team Presents 70 Mt Tamalpais Place, Clayton

This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with panoramic, dramatic views backs to Mt. Diablo! It has all the features everyone home buyer is looking for! Cul-de-sac location, updated home with granite kitchen, décor paint, dual pane windows, gorgeous backyard with custom landscape, large deck, grass area, dog run and pool. This home is gorgeous!! Call Joe for your private showing.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging is Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interests in mind with every staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925-351-6118.

Decor For Four Giveaway!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:56:09 -0500

My Kirkland's, a community site for home decor, is offering a dream come true!!

No purchase necessary You and three friends can win at total of $10,000

$2500 each! Your very own designer!! 4 Beautiful rooms!!!

It is easy to enter and you may enter more than once! The winners will be announced on September 24th.

Here is the link mykirklands.com

I am also a finalist in their National Designer Search. Please take a second a vote for me and up to four other designers. One vote for each email address you may have. Voting ends Thursday August 27th at 9am. Thank you!! Cathy Lee

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interests in mind with every home staging.

San Ramon Valley's Teacher of the Year is Joell Marchese

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:55:24 -0500

Congratulations Joell and the Pine Valley community!

Joell Marchese is San Ramon Valley Unified School District's Teacher of the Year. Joell is a science teacher at Pine Valley Middle School. She visited RMA and Nathan Ellis presented her with a donation for her classroom.

Joell shared her passion for the children and the classroom with us in just a few short minutes. It was evident why she is the recipient of this prestigious award.

Joell will represent the district in the Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year competition, and has already advanced to the semifinals!

May all children be so fortunate to have a mentor in their lives like Joell Marchese.

Best Wishes in the competition!! It was truly an honor to meet you Joell! Cathy Lee

San Ramon California is Going Green!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 17:47:31 -0500

The First Annual San Ramon Eco-Festival is August 29-30, 2009 and it is free!

The first annual San Ramon Eco-Festival is a free two-day event aiming to provide good green fun for everyone.

Attendees will learn how to live a simple and cost-effective green lifestyle and become more environmentally-conscious in a fun and inspiring atmosphere.

The Eco-Festival will be held at the San Ramon City Center located at 6200 Bollinger Canyon Road in San Ramon, California on August 29-30, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 29 and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 30.

The Eco-Festival will provide no shortage of entertainment as the main stage and several themed 'zones' offer opportunities to experience various aspects of green living.

Attendees can listen to lively chatter from several HGTV stars, including Emmy-award-nominated actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr. and his wife Rachelle Carson-Begley of "Living with Ed."

Susie Coelho Robert CraymerNicoleFacciuto

Outer Spaces Eco-Green Rooms Red Hot Green

The event will also feature live music, green industry experts, Kid Zone, food court, fashion show, VendorVillage, Auto Zone, and Career Zone, all educating attendees on eco-friendly living. On center stage my favorite local band LUCE will be playing.

Admission to the San Ramon Eco-Festival is free and anyone interested in becoming involved is encouraged to contact sponsorship@eco-festiv... or exhibits@eco-festivals....

For more information please visit www.eco-festivals.org.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services in Danville serving the San Ramon Vallley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, home owners and many prospective homeowners best interst in mind with every home staging.

Please take a moment to vote for me. I'm a finalist in My Kirkland's Designer. Thank you! One vote for every email address.

The Hardest Working Saint In Real Estate

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:17:44 -0500

Meet Eco Joe

Cindy Lin, General Manager and Owner of Staged4More in San Francisco hosted a party to launch the eco friendly product. This is a greener alternative to the existing plastic St. Joseph products on the Real Estate Market.

Johito's, vodka mojito's, were served. The Johito was named by Alexandra Watkins owner of Eat my Words.

ecoJoe is all natural and will not harm our Earth!

Ask, Believe And You Shall Receive!!

Much success to you Cindy! Your spirit and brilliance inspires me!! Truly, Cathy Lee

I am a finalist in my kirklands designer........ Please take a moment to vote for me!! Thank You!!

Spectacular Hilltop Westside Alamo California View Home

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:48:13 -0500

Enjoy Beautiful Sunsets and Sunrises at 264 Castle Crest Road, Alamo

Views to Orinda and and Las Trampas Hills. 1.5 acre lot with open space behind, private and serene.

This home has two usable, flat yards with grass, ideal for a growing family and has a 600 square foot view deck.

This custom built home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open and bright with lots of windows to enjoy the views.

Major remodeling just completed includes slab granite counters, new Karastan carpeting, new designer paint, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, travertine and marble flooring, tumble stone showers, new landscaping.

For a tour or information on this lovely home contact Paul Ward at Keller Williams today.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging

Spectacular Hilltop Westside Alamo California View Home

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:45:16 -0500

Enjoy Beautiful Sunsets and Sunrises at 264 Castle Crest Road, Alamo

Views to Orinda and and Las Trampas Hills. 1.5 acre lot with open space behind, private and serene.

This home has two usable, flat yards with grass, ideal for a growing family and has a 600 square foot view deck.

This custom built home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open and bright with lots of windows to enjoy the views.

For a tour or information on this lovely home contact Paul Ward at Keller Williams today.

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging

20 Minute Mirror Makeover in Alamo California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 17:15:53 -0500

C.L. Design Services Home Stagings recent project involved bathroom updating. The powder room mirror was frameless. I suggested we measure and order a frame from MirrorMate Frames. This very affordable, easy to install frame, arrived in a few weeks. It certainly updated the vanity area of this small powder room!! I love design solutions like this!!!!

Before

After with MirrorMate Frame, brushed chrome finish, applied.

The Realtor and homeowners are thrilled with the result! This product is featured on RESA this year!!

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging and a finalist for My Kirkland's Designer

Please take a moment to vote for me and 2 other AR and RESA members, Tanya and Anthea. Thank you!!

vote here www.kirklands.com

AR Friends!! Please Vote!!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:59:53 -0500

Kirkland's is launching a brand new website today!

The community site will provide its customers with a way to connect with the brand like it never could before, as well as connecting customers with each other over a shared set of interests-value and style.

A panel of Designers will act as Kirkland's voice with customers in a very direct and two way-nature. And Kirkland's is giving its customers the chance to select its panel of designers, known as myKirkland's Designers. Once they are chosen the customers will be able to interact with them right on the sight. The designers will offer design and style advice via blogs and tips and even comment on customer discussions.

I am so excited and very pleased to be one of the 10 finalists across the United States.

It is simple and easy to do online at Kirkland's. Click on "vote now" from the home page header graphic.

View my designer profile and the other finalists profiles.

Select Cathy Lee, Vote

View my friend and fellow AR Home Stager Tanya Griffin's profile, Vote

and vote for Anthea Click and 2 other designers.

Submit your votes. You must enter your email address to vote.

Only one vote per email address is allowed during the voting period each day.

Voting will end at noon on August 27th. Thank you for your votes each day!! Cathy Lee

Tri Level Loft Living Near Lake Merritt Oakland California

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:04:18 -0500

This Tri Level 2 bedroom/additional office, 2 bath fabulously located loft, combines expansive versatility with functional space. Features include slab granite counters, stainless appliances, maple cabinets, large closets, custom lighting, and a sunny patio. The common courtyard is beautifully landscaped and there is gated, secure parking with additional storage and 2 parking spaces.

For information on this loft or to schedule a private showing contact Mike Jackson

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services Home Staging in Danville, serving the San Ramon Valley and San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interests in mind with every staging. Contact Cathy Lee today for your complimentary quote at 925.351.6118.

Summer Stager's Meet Up Was Colorful, Moving and Sooooo Tweet!!!!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:48:39 -0500

Michelle Minch, professional home stager and owner of Moving Mountain Design, and Brook Furniture Rental in Sherman Oaks hosted the Summer Stager's Meet Up Friday July 17.

Ricardo Bueno, social media expert and consultant with The Real Estate Tomato, is known as Ribeezie on twitter. He spoke on the importance and the popularity of twitter, facebook and blogging. He shared new technology tips with us. Ricardo is the founder of the REBar Camp in LA. His presentation was awesome and he will be speaking at the RESA Convention in January.

After an incredible lunch hosted by Brook Furniture Rental our next speaker

Penny Balogh, CSI, ASID IF Member Account Excecutive, Sherwin-Williams presented the 2010 colormix forecast. The past transforms the present in fresh colors that simplify a complex world.

Rooted

mystery, enduring, natural

It's human instinct to seek the safety of the tribe. In today's complicated world, there's something deeply satisfying about re-exploring the world's oldest, most enduring cultures. African, Aboriginal and Native American influences are converging to create a new tribal style with a drumbeat all its own. The colors are rich and earthy, with a hint of mystery. The appeal is as natural as the elements.

Treasured

aging, layers, artisan

A throwaway society? That's so yesterday. We're now making savvy, resourceful use of what we have, discovering untold stories in exposed, painted layers. From flea-market finds to artisan-made pieces, imperfections can lend rich character to our environments. The palette reflects the beauty of natural aging, mellowing and weathering, evoking quality materials that have stood the test of time and become heirlooms.

Simplified

translucent, structure, sophisticated

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." That timeless wisdom from Leonardo da Vinci is now a modern mantra. Less is clearly the new more. But the aesthetic is artful rather than austere, with well-tailored lines and sheer, translucent materials that reveal shape and structure. Clarity and integrity are critical. We need to know and trust what we're bringing into our environments. The hues are calm, subtle and nuanced, with undertones that shift according to their surroundings, for easy versatility.

Refreshed

exuberant, fresh, optimism

Tropical blooms. Sunny days. Playful exploration. It's time to take a vacation and let our cares melt away. Happy spaces are here again, bringing fresh florals, bright juicy colors and exuberant combinations. It's the kaleidoscopic spirit of the '60s married to the jewel tones of the '80s, with a global twist. Cultural influences and motifs mingle freely, creating a bohemian mosiac that sings in perfect harmony.

Ram Katalan, President of North Star Moving gave us helpful tips on wrapping, stacking and storing. His company is highly rated and no job is too large or too small. They'll move our clients any where in the world!

The best news is the trucks run on biodiesel fuel. Go Green Power!

I am back home in Northern California now and missing my talented stager friends and my family in SoCalifornia. Wish we had these events more often!! Thank you Michelle, Brook Furniture and the exceptional speakers. It was an awesome day! Maybe you recognize a few fabulous stagers...

Shell Brodnax, Connie Tebyani, Wendy Timmons, Janice Sutton, Lori Kim Polk and Stacy Bissel is in the front next to Connie.

Truly, Cathy Lee

It is like entering a Beauty Contest!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:26:56 -0500

Presenting a home is similar to entering a Beauty Contest. You want to look your very best. Fresh, sparkling, clean, detailed, polished, new, shiny, perfect, updated, current, trendy....and you must be prepared.

Hiring a professional prepares you for your big day! Cathy Lee, owner of C.L. Design Services, prepared this home in one week while the home owner was interviewing for his new job position on the Easy Coast.

Wallpaper removal, fresh paint, new carpeting, home detailing, power washing, staging and we are ready for a Beauty Contest!

Happy Selling! Cathy Lee

Cathy Lee is owner of C.L. Design Services in Danville, serving the San Francisco Bay Area. We strive to keep our clients, Realtors and many prospective home buyers best interests in mind with every home staging.

Call today for your compliemntary quote at 925.351.6118

We Are Dream Weaver's!

Cathy Lee ASP, Danville, San Ramon CA (CL Design Services Home Staging) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:25:18 -0500

We are Dream Weaver's, the local Walnut Creek team of professionals from WomenHomeOwners.com.

Our first educational seminar for the community was a great success.

Our speaker's Ellen Osmundson, CIPS, Published Author and Kris Viers, Senior Mortgage Banker, US Bank

spoke on the "Essential Facts of The Real Estate Market"

Our next seminar is September 15, 2009

6:30 pm at US Bank, Walnut Creek

Speakers: Cathy Lee and Mary Ann Pate

Topic: Achieve Balance and Harmony in your Life

Dream Weavers, dedicated women providing resources to acheive your dreams.

Our logo the lotus blossom represents growth, beauty, success and if you have ever had a dark period in your life, it represents survival-as a lotus seed is buried in murk and sand and still blooms.

It is our desire to have this group be a nurturing place where all can bloom and find our dreams.

Start Dreaming! Kris Viers, Cathy Lee, Ellen Osmundson, Mary Hanson and Mary Ann Pate