luxury condos: Greening Your Wardrobe
- 04/06/09 03:40 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook Greening your wardrobe is not about making sure that you have a stylish green cashmere sweater for St. Patrick's Day Celebrations. It's about making choices when you are shopping that have long reaching effects for our planet. The next time you throw on a tee shirt, stop and think about this quote from our friends over at "Go Green for Life" "Cotton is the most intensively sprayed crop in the world accountingfor more than 10% of the pesticides and almost 23% of theinsecticides used worldwide. It requires about a third of a poundor 150 grams of agricultural chemicals … (0 comments)
luxury condos: When Downsizing isn't Just a Choice.
- 09/16/08 10:51 AM
by Coco Clayman-Cook Judy had a great life. She was happy, independent and active. She owned her own home and ran a successful business. The future was bright and her life made sense. Then she got her diagnosis and in an instant everything changed. The doctors were optimistic but they didn't pull any punches, she was in for a long fight. Suddenly everything that had once made sense no longer fit. The beautiful home with five bedrooms which had once been a joy and a comfort was now too far away from the hospital and too much space to manage. She … (0 comments)
luxury condos: Selling a Condo After Death
- 09/15/08 07:24 AM
by Coco Clayman-Cook I frequently have family members call me with condo listings after the death of a dear family member. There is a need for expertise and sensitivity in matters such as these. After the death of a loved one there are financial burdens and issues that need to be addressed with speed and proficiency but with an awareness of how emotionally charged the situation can be. In most cases the condo will need to be prepped and staged to sell quickly. This requires an experienced eye, some one who knows what the current market is and has their finger … (0 comments)
luxury condos: Lock and Leave
- 06/11/08 08:38 AM
by Coco Clayman-Cook One of the most comforting things about luxury vertical living is the ability to lock and leave. I love my work and think nothing of putting in long hours, but when I have the opportunity to get away and take some time for myself, I take it. I don't have to worry about who will water my plants or if I will have a break in. I don't even have to wonder if I left my six burner gourmet stove on. I can always call the concierge and ask him to check it. I literally can lock my door … (1 comments)
luxury condos: The Changing Skyline of Beverly Hills
- 05/07/08 02:39 PM
by Coco Clayman-Cook There are some exciting changes in store for the Beverly Hills Skyline, particularly the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard where two long awaited projects are poised to rise. A spectacular high rise condo and retail center has been approved for the eight acre site that previously housed the Robinsons-May department store. With the fashionable address of 9900 Wilshire and Getty Center architect, Richard Meier designing, this residence is destined to be a hot spot. According to the newly approved plans the complex will feature 235 ultra-luxury condos divided between two towers. One tower topping off at … (3 comments)
luxury condos: 10777 Wilshire Blvd.
- 05/07/08 02:35 PM
Isn't LA wonderful? While the rest of the world is wringing its hands Los Angeles has unveiled plans for several new luxury condominium complexes to grace its beautiful skyline. 10777 Wilshire Boulevard is the newest to get the construction go ahead. This Wilshire corridor property will be developed by The Standard Oil Investment Group. The property will be designed by the world-renowned architect, Philip Stark and will comprise 27 ultra luxury condominium estates. The elite amenities are expected to include 24 hour concierge services, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, a private movie theatre and, of course, a resort style pool, Jacuzzis and sundeck. … (0 comments)
luxury condos: The Wasted Energy of Anger, Part II
- 05/05/08 05:05 AM
In the last blog I detailed all the things that can go wrong to create a day filled with frustration and anger. It's important to remember that we don't have to stew in the emotion. There are ways to release it and get back to being productive and happy. When I feel myself getting angry I ask myself some important questions: 1. Is the event that I am frustrated and then angry about something that I am going to remember clearly 5 years from now? This is great for perspective. In five years or even five months I am not going to remember … (0 comments)
luxury condos: The Wasted Energy of Anger
- 05/05/08 04:57 AM
When was the last time you got angry? We all get angry. It's a fact of life. But have you noticed how anger can create a chain reaction that can spread through your day and literally suck the joy out of your life? I have had a few situations in the past few weeks where I find myself frustrated and angry or having to fend off other people's anger and frustration and all of it takes its toll on my body, mind and spirit. You breeze into your office on a beautiful day only to find that your copier is in pieces, … (3 comments)
luxury condos: When Things Look Dark
- 04/29/08 05:31 AM
What do you do when things look bleak? Do you eat more and gain weight? Do find yourself paralyzed with fear and indecision? Or do you view it as an opportunity to learn and grow? Do you turn potential negatives into prize winning positives? Sounds great doesn't it? Why don't they teach that class in High School? Life Skills 101 - What to do when things aren't working out. The truth is there is bound to be a little rain fall in every life. If you feel like you're stuck in a torrential down pour - take heart, the sun will … (4 comments)
luxury condos: Surrounding Yourself with the Right Influences
- 04/28/08 04:55 AM
How happy do you want to be? It's not a trick question. Abraham Lincoln said "People are about as happy as they make up their minds to be." So how happy do you want to be? I find that I am as happy and as peaceful as the things and the people with which I surround myself. If I start my day listening to a positive CD while walking on the treadmill, my day seems to flow and positive things abound. If I start my day standing on line at the local café listening to a woman wearing Jimmy Choo shoes complaining … (2 comments)
luxury condos: When To Let A Client Go
- 02/04/08 11:27 AM
A long time ago I gave up on the notion that I would be able to help every prospective client. Now I readily accept that the clients that I am able to help will find their way to me and that occasionally I am going to truthfully look a client in the eye and tell them I am not the agent for them. It doesn't happen often, but when it does I prefer being honest and moving on to the method of trying to make the best out of a bad situation. I don't have a hard and fast list … (8 comments)
luxury condos: The Ultimate California Closet Part V
- 02/03/08 12:37 PM
You've spent some time reorganizing and inventorying your closet. You've come up with a vision of how your closet should look and what it needs to contain. So how do you get from the vision in your head to the actual reality of a gorgeous custom closet? While there are hundreds of different ways and countless do it yourself stores offer "easy" closet components, I am going to strongly suggest you call a professional closet designer and installer. Unless you are an accomplished carpenter, this is not a job for an amateur. I don't suggest that you call the first … (0 comments)
luxury condos: The Ultimate California Closet Part IV
- 02/03/08 08:44 AM
Congratulations, on your quest for the ultimate California closet things are really starting to take shape. You've already purged all of the unnecessary items from your closet and have taken an inventory of the remaining contents in your closet. You've sorted and measured your long and short hanging and you have made decisions about how you would like to store and display all of the contents of your closet that don't hang on a hanger. At this point it's time to ask yourself if there is any other function you would like this closet to have? Some people like … (0 comments)
luxury condos: The Ultimate California Closet Part III
- 02/02/08 05:34 AM
On your road to owning the perfect California custom closet you've already taken some big steps. Just to recap, by this point you've been through your closet and purged everything you no longer wear. You've donated your cast offs to worthy charities. You've identified and measured your short hanging and your long hanging and you have measured the height of you closet. Now it's time to take inventory of everything else in your closet. You are going to make important decisions about how you would like to store and or display everything in your closet that doesn't hang. This is … (2 comments)
luxury condos: The Ultimate California Closet Part II
- 01/30/08 03:45 PM
On your road to owning the perfect California custom closet you've already taken some big steps. Just to recap, by this point you've been through your closet and purged everything you no longer wear. You've donated your cast offs to worthy charities. You've identified and measured your short hanging and your long hanging and you have measured the height of you closet. Now it's time to take inventory of everything else in your closet. You are going to make important decisions about how you would like to store and or display everything in your closet that doesn't hang. This is … (1 comments)
luxury condos: 'Tis the Season...To Take a Breath
- 12/13/07 01:36 PM
In the hustle and bustle of the holidays and the year coming to a close it's easy to get caught in the treadmill mentality. Once you are officially on the treadmill it's only a matter of time before "survival mode" sets in. We're all familiar with survival mode this is where you start saying, "I'm just going to stay up until I get (fill in the blank) done." and then you find yourself getting to bed at 2 a.m. The next day when someone at the office cracks out the Mocha Fudge Cheesecake you find yourself saying, "I'm just going to … (2 comments)
luxury condos: The Future of Luxury Condo Living in Los Angeles
- 11/30/07 10:49 AM
I am a native of Los Angeles, specializing in the luxury condominium market of the Westside. Our market is unlike any other. We are fortunate to have some of the most famous addresses in the world. One of the most exciting aspects of our market is its continuing growth. From time to time I like to feature some of the new developments on the Westside. It's like taking a peek into the future of luxury condo living. Today's featured property is among the most ambitious and exciting projects in the world of luxury condos. Try this on for a new address, … (0 comments)
luxury condos: Metro Luxury Living Shines in The New Century Plan
- 11/07/07 01:15 AM
You want it all. Why shouldn't you have it all? Imagine living in complete luxury, mere moments from your office. Imagine your daily commute consisting of brisk walk through a gorgeous garden and past your favorite fine dinning restaurant. You live in Los Angeles, is that possible? Absolutely! A newly developing property called The New Century, promises all that and more. The New Century Plan offers Angelinos the ideal location to work, play and live in the lap of luxury. The site of The New Century formerly encompassed two aging office buildings at 1801 Avenue of the Stars and 1930 Century … (2 comments)
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