tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17234538020604238772024-02-19T02:15:08.310-08:00Color MarieA Passion For Color, Design and ArchitectureMarie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-23503659600942977152013-02-28T21:30:00.000-08:002013-03-01T15:13:19.085-08:00The Sweetest Goodbye<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Do you ever feel like a kid in a candy store? Well, lately I do! I feel like there are new opportunities coming into my life adding to the other ones that are already so sweet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Almost a year ago, I made the huge jump to get an office in Alameda, CA. While it was GREAT to move all of my colorist supplies out of our home office, it also became the prime location for my second business. As you can see from the last post, I am a passionate thrifter. My second business was born when busy friends offered to pay for designer and vintage items I found for them. Following my passion, a fledgling part time business was born called Port 16 Pop Up <span style="font-size: large;">Boutique</span> (named after my first little office in Alameda).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> View from my current window</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While I continue to do color consulting, I am also working on this side business. Now I am moving my office into the village where I live to make it
more convenient for me and my clients. I will miss the view of San
Francisco but I will love being able to walk to work! So much good stuff but something's gotta give! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> As I sat down tonight to write a post on a recent, wonderful kitchen remodel I worked on, I realized that while I love to share my projects and thoughts on color, I have lost the passion (and time) for blogging. I still love to write and assemble pretty pictures, but I realize I DON'T love the time that must go into a decent blog post.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Blogging is for many designers is nearly a full time occupation. And so many in the color/design field are brilliant at it<span style="font-size: large;">!</span> Some of my fellow colleagues over the years have decided that blogging is simply too distracting and takes away time from other projects, work, and life. So I have decided to leave the blogging to the professional bloggers and make time for all of the other fun color and clothing projects I've gotten into. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>However, this is far from goodbye! </i></b> I really hope you will "<b>LIKE"</b> my
little page on Facebook. I will be posting before and after pictures here as
well as colorized pictures of how I'd like to redo architecture<span style="font-size: large;"> given the chance</span> (one of my favorite things!) I am also on Pinterest and have a
board related to color and one <span style="font-size: large;">about</span> design. Feel free to meet up with me
there! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Facebook:</b><span style="font-size: large;"> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Architectural-Color-by-Marie/397514786932530">Architectural <span style="font-size: large;">Color by Marie</span></a></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Many of you have followed me for nearly 5 years and for that I say a profound and grateful <b><i>THANK YOU!!!! </i></b></span><br />
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<br />Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-66037735237623301882013-01-31T23:02:00.002-08:002013-01-31T23:02:34.031-08:00Happy New Year and Happy Thrifting!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Happy New Year! Now that we are one month into 2013, I thought I'd start a new blogging year <span style="font-size: large;">with</span> another passion of mine<i>....<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">thrifting</span></i>! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have been thrifting on and off for over 30 years, uh, before it was cool to be seen in a thrift store. This started for me and my best friend in high school when money was too tight for clothing from our local mall. It was a huge secret we kept from our classmates out of fear of ridicule. Now the teens I know consider it a point of pride to show off their latest finds! There are now blogs, websites and even songs devoted to thrifting!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thrifting has seen a huge uptick since the economy tanked. It also makes environmental sense to reuse what others cast off and keep it from landfill. Let's face it, with so many home bloated with way too much "stuff", it's no wonder most thrift stores are busting at the seams with many great ...and yes, tacky, items. So many of us have tired of getting yet more stuff from big box stores and yearn for something with a little history and quirk. From a design and color point of view, it's a great way to add some personality and interest to your home. There is nothing more boring than a home that looks like it came <span style="font-size: large;">straight</span> out of one company's catalog. Anyone can do that!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What I love about thrift finds is that it makes you take a harder look at the color, design of an object and incorporating it into you home more so than if you simply plucked it from a magazine where it's already featured. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My personal taste runs to mid-century modern which, sadly, is very sought after these days! Here are just a small sample of some of my favorite finds:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Any sort of mid-century glassware or bowls. If I find only a single glass, I use it at the bedside as a water glass.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Little tile trivets and plastic Melamine type plates are another favorite for display</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The fireplace mantle usually houses many of my finds. The red 1960's lamps (only one shown here) were a gift from a friend while the metal candle holder, mini globe, and chrome auto piece were thrift finds.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The <span style="font-size: large;">turquoise</span> Philco radio was being overlooked at an estate sale in a house flooded with people!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've been admiring cane-back chairs lately and found this lovely orange one on <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Craigslist</span>....but I have seen a few in thrift stores. They are very popular right now so they move quick! I took some Aura paint left over from my office and got rid of it's 70's vibe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And don't even get me started on clothes! In fact, I started a little side business with some of these clothing finds, but more on that another time. Below are some of my typical finds. It's not unusual to find a Prada sweater and pair of Marc Jacobs shoes!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This dresser transformation is simply amazing! So often, there is older furniture out there with great lines. Just a little paint can make it the focal point of a room. And you'd be hard-pressed to find better built furniture for three times as much at your nearest big box store!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> As I mentioned earlier, <span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Craigslist</span> is also a great resource for finding items. I can't tell you how many lovely velvet couches I've run across online! Often these 30 or 40 year old couches are in colors that have come back into vogue.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Same idea with glasses; sets of dishes that you like may be difficult to find, but combining one offs together like this is an amazing idea!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">While most of the art at thrift stores is pretty easy to pass on, you can sometimes find some great stuff or at least nice frames.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> You certainly don't have to go crazy with used items. Just a couple of piece can really make an impact.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Even music is reflecting the love of thrifting! Here is Macklmore and Ryan Lewis with their hilarious song<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QK8mJJJvaes"><b> Thriftstore</b></a> (warning; strong language).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Back when we moved to Oakland 12 years ago this month, I was 7 months
pregnant with a 2 year old underfoot. <span style="font-size: large;">After getting outbid on house after house, w</span>e purchased our adorable cottage
style home here in Montclair Village.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm convinced that the
only reason we got this home during the bidding wars, towards the end of
the tech boom, was the fact that it was not staged (very unusual for this
area) and did not present well. It was filled with pinch pleat
curtains, very dark rooms and the older, outdated furniture of the
elderly couple that once lived there. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The dining room and entry was
adorned with busy wallpaper that, in my late pregnancy state, made me
cranky. Vines and flowers snaked along the whole area. Hand painted
brown waterfalls on wallpaper, that probably cost a mint back in the
day, looked depressing. Along with lime green shag carpeting over the
gorgeous hardwood floors, the master bedroom had flocked wallpaper which
required expensive removal. I was faced with the task of
quickly deciding paint colors for the entire interior. The previous
owners were deceased and had built the home <span style="font-size: large;">for their family with much love and it showed <span style="font-size: large;">in it's <span style="font-size: large;">beautiful</span> bones</span></span>. I wanted to do right by this home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I had not only given up my profession in respiratory therapy the
previous year, I had left my much loved interior design and architecture
program at West Valley College in Saratoga. One of my favorite classes
had been a semester of color theory. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Armed with my basic knowledge and
trusty eye for color, I picked a whole house full of colors in 3 days.
Back then, I knew nothing of testing colors, contrast, light reflective
values, etc. I just had a decent eye for color and some basic color
theory knowledge. My painter was furious that I chose different colors
for each and every room. I guess he thought I'd pick a nice beige and
white and be done with it! At the end of painting he told me he was
quite impressed with the colors and asked if I would be his color
consultant. I had never heard of a color consultant! What do they do?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">He explained his clients really needed help choosing colors and he
thought I had a talent for it. I was quite flattered, but the new baby
and toddler were going to be filling up the days. No more design school
and certainly no new career.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The dining room was a special challenge. I did pick up from my class
the difference in yellow based red and blue based red. I spent most of
my time on this room looking for a slightly bluer based lacquer looking red and
eventually chose Benjamin Moore Heritage red in high gloss. Because our painting
budget had run out, my poor father-in-law took over the challenge of
painting this room. High gloss can be very tricky<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>because
it does not self level well and shows brush strokes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fast forward many years and an article I read in Real Simple led me to
the IACC (<span style="color: #b45f06;"><a href="http://www.iaccna.com/#who-we-are"><span style="font-size: large;">International</span> Association for Color Consultants</a></span>) color education program for <span style="font-size: large;">color professionals</span>. Working in color consulting over
the last 5 years, my dining room color started to get on my nerves. It
was just wrong for the space. The red, while truly gorgeous, was in
sharp contrast with the white ceiling. What really looked off was the
wood paneling with it's heavy orange undertone, most likely due to the
aging clear coating from decades ago. I had taken off one of the
storage doors for display space but it was still all wrong. Add to that
the passing phase of red dining rooms that had once been so popular.
I've found that the biggest protesters of color changes are often
children. My kids, now 14 and 11, were not happy about getting rid of
the red. It was all they ever knew!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I finally decided on painting it black. Kinda like the Rolling
Stones song.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I had seen a few black dining rooms in shelter magazines
over the years that stuck in my mind. But not just any black. Not all
blacks are the same, believe it or not. There are ink blacks, chalky
blacks, charcoal blacks and so on. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I ended up deciding on Black Iron by Benjamin Moore. I got a few
giggles from my friends who told me it sound like another Marie choice I would somehow make work! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> My
wonderful painter, Carlos, raised his eyebrows like he often does at my
own home color choices and said, "Ok, lady!" It was done very quickly
and even he was surprised at how nice it came out. He remarked that he
had never painted a black dining room and just loved it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> What keeps it
from getting overwhelming and <span style="font-size: large;">cave-like</span> is 1. the abundance of natural
light. This room gets south light most of the day and western light in
the evening 2. large amounts of wood break up the wall space 3. mirrors
and other decorative accents.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The black is kept in check by these
details and stays in harmony with the other room elements instead of
taking over the whole room. A co-star instead of the star.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here's the room about two months after painting and dressed up for the holidays. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now onto our home's exterior this summer<span style="font-size: large;">. Decisions, de<span style="font-size: large;">c<span style="font-size: large;">isions<span style="font-size: large;">!</span></span></span></span> More on that to come!</span></div>
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<br />Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-24506178727695367452012-11-18T20:23:00.001-08:002012-11-18T20:25:31.822-08:00Beige Buildings Make Me Cry<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">Source: Cecil Castelucci</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This post has been rattling around in my head for so long, I thought
it was about time to commit it to my blog. Obviously</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> b</span>eige gets a hard
knock<span style="font-size: large;"> as being boring and bland<span style="font-size: large;">. This is not original news. <span style="font-size: large;">In all fairness</span>,</span></span> <span style="font-size: large;">i</span>t certainly has it's place in <span style="font-size: large;">architectural</span> color and I use it often to bridge or hold hands
with other colors. Beige can be a fickle friend to work with and can
broadcast green, yellow or even pink undertones that can wreck havoc on
an entire color palette.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My main peeve is when it's used on large exteriors en masse either as a lazy, quick
decision or in a misguided notion of trying to choose the least
offensive color to the public.<span style="font-size: large;"> From a <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">maintenance</span> point of view, it's somewhat cheaper to maintain buildings with less of an assortment of colors.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">But what is saved in maintena<span style="font-size: large;">ce cost is <span style="font-size: large;">lost in public perception. <span style="font-size: large;">It can end up sending the message of "rental" to the observer. It <span style="font-size: large;">often looks cheap or even an eyesore<span style="font-size: large;"> to the public. <span style="font-size: large;">Beige bu<span style="font-size: large;">ildings</span></span> can al<span style="font-size: large;">so be overlooked or under <span style="font-size: large;">appreciated</span> as <span style="font-size: large;">they</span> fade into <span style="font-size: large;">their </span>surroundings but <span style="font-size: large;">are</span> not <i>enhancing</i> <span style="font-size: large;">their</span> surroundings.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Source: House Beautiful</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">I see two sorts of overlooked opportunities. The first one is using
beige on an entire building that otherwise doesn't have a lot of
architectural interest. Th<span style="font-size: large;">e other</span> is "beiging"
a building that has quite a few architectural and historic qualities.
Color should be used both to give some character to a bland building or
hide some of it's more glaring flaws. Color should also be used to
highlight wonderful elements on great architecture.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now, keep in mind that setting is everything and each of these buildings
is located in neighborhoods that boast vibrant architectural color as
well as buildings from many different eras.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">I see this above building <span style="font-size: large;">virtually</span> everyday when I drive my older son to h<span style="font-size: large;">igh school. It<span style="font-size: large;">'s</span> in a wonderful <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">neighborhood</span> which is home to two art schools and residential homes of many <span style="font-size: large;">inspiring<span style="font-size: large;">, unique exterior color palettes. <span style="font-size: large;">While</span> not actually a terrible <span style="font-size: large;">beige</span>, it's just missing out on something better. <span style="font-size: large;">It's</span> an interesting building that would lend i<span style="font-size: large;">tself to <span style="font-size: large;">separating</span> out some of it's layers.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;">It could stay relatively monochromatic or have a little more contrast and color. <span style="font-size: large;">Since this is one of the taller buildings on this street, I'd probably not go nuts with the levels of color<span style="font-size: large;"> which could <span style="font-size: large;">overwhelm</span> the rest of the area.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This next building is not far from my office. It's contains rental properties and boasts great Victorian architecture. Why not celebrate that and highlight it's elements?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This apartment building is one of the few mid-century buildings down <span style="font-size: large;">a</span> long street of residential and rental properties. It has some great stone and woodwork that deserve a more playful hand.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This last building is also on the same street as the previous one and I've probably driven by it hundreds of times without really noticing it. It has some great International <span style="font-size: large;">S</span>tyle architecture that I'd love to see highlighted.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Although I'm not a huge fan of cool<span style="font-size: large;">er </span>white with the lighting situation here in the Bay Area, it's interesting and app<span style="font-size: large;">ropriate</span> to add into the mix sometimes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Taking the easy or more inexpensive way out of coloring a building can not only end up sending the wrong message to the public, it can broadcast negative feelings to many who encounter it. Thoughtful color is the best gift you can give to not only the inhabitants of your building but to those of us who encounter it on a <span style="font-size: large;">frequent</span> basis. </span></div>
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<br />Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-65124784935286597222012-09-17T15:13:00.003-07:002012-09-17T15:15:21.887-07:00Office After Pictures<span style="font-size: large;">Back in March I made the bold step of signing the lease on a small office out at the Alameda waterfront. It had a lot going for it which won me over, including low price, flexibility and location. While most colorists only work on site with clients, I wanted a space where I could potentially meet with clients as well. This little office also works double duty housing my little fledgling clothing business. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sandwiched between a marina and the ocean is pretty sweet (though I not
so secretly yearn for the larger nearby corner office with a view of San
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<span style="font-size: large;">My lovely landlady even allowed me to paint the office. Almost unheard of these days! I immediately thought about a dark gray and settled on Rocky Coast by Benjamin Moore (1595) in Aura.</span> <span style="font-size: large;">It was deep gray without unwanted undertones.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As I mentioned in my March post, most of my office items came from Craigslist, Etsy, thrift stores and good 'ol Homegoods. It's a fun challenge to outfit an office on a budget AND to be able to do it completely in the style you want. My poor husband had to help me haul the heavy items up to my second floor office under the vow that I was going to stay put here for awhile! While I'm always looking for little items to add here and there, but this is how it looks so far:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The white dresser was found nearby on Craigslist and is from Lane furniture perhaps 1960's era. Very heavy!</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Drexyl lamp and chair is from Homegoods.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> My favorite item-the antique coral velvet chaise lounge was also a find on Craiglist from a storage liquidator.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's been wonderful to move most of my color "stuff" out of my home and into it's own space. I never fail to smile when I open the door and know that this is my own little corner of the waterfront.</span></div>
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animals and insects as well. Humans are technically <span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">trichromatic,
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blindness in the human eye for decades, there appears to be research that some humans have the ability to see more colors
than the average person. I guess you can say they have super human
color powers! Sorry guys, this looks like it's mainly a superpower
for the ladies.</span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;">Those with super color vision are called tetrachromats and may
be able to see as many as 100 million colors with an extra cone
believed to be in the orange range. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">This
color vision superpower is related to our X chromosomes. Because men
only have one of these, colorblindness is most common in men. The
genes for the pigments in green and red cones lie on the X
chromosome, and because women have 2 X chromosomes, this creates the
chance for one type of red cone to be activated on one X chromosome
and the other type of red cone on the other one. Women may also have
two distinct green cones on either X chromosome. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Many researchers think this might be
connected to women who are genetically linked to men with color
blindness. While true color blindness (achromatopsia) is very rare,
there is more commonly a deficiency in one of the cones spectral
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #cc0000;">Protanomaly</span> is a mild color vision defect in which an
altered spectral sensitivity of <b>red</b> retinal receptors (closer
to green receptor response) results in poor red–green hue
discrimination. It is hereditary, sex-linked, and present in 1% of
males.</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #38761d;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #38761d;">Deuteranomaly</span>, caused by a shift in the <b>green</b> retinal
receptors, is by far the most common type of color vision
deficiency, mildly affecting red–green hue discrimination in 5% of
males. It is hereditary and sex-linked. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0b5394;">Tritanomaly
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tetrachromats among us goes back all the way to 1948 when it was
mentioned by Dutch scientist HL de Vries . Over the course of two
decades, Newcastle University neuroscientist Gabriele
Jordan and her colleagues have been researching this possibility
by testing the mothers of sons with color impairment. Initial tests
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each woman would look into an optical device showing her three tiny
discs in rapid succession. One of the discs was a nearly identical
mixture of red and green, while two of the discs were a pure orange
wavelength. The women aren't told which is which. </span></div>
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distinct red cones would see the red-green disc differently than the
orange discs. One woman, A doctor in northern England, referred to
only as cDa29, was able to see the difference and is the first
tetrachromat known to science. She is now conducting genetic tests on
the woman's saliva to verify whether she has the genes for distinct
red cones. This puts a human more within the range of vision of most birds, reptiles and amphibians who can often see into the Ultraviolet wavelength.</span></div>
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some women may technically have the fourth cone, their red cones
may be too close together in wavelength to notice a spectral
difference. Researchers differ on what percentage of the population of
women this relates to but the most common estimate I've read is 2-3%
of all woman are tetrachromats. How different they see from the rest of us is up for debate. Some say they may see a larger range of subtle color and undertones while other researchers muse whether the brain may need to learn to use a fourth cone. This is a superpower I could embrace!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Happy Summer! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hope yours is off to a colorful start! It's an ideal time to let thoughts (and feet) wander. What's inspiring you? Making you visually happy? So many things are inspiring me right now. Here's just a few, pardon the randomness:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. <span style="font-size: x-large;">My new office color</span>, Benjamin Moore's Rocky Coast:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This ended up being the perfect grey without unwanted undertones to support the colorful art and furniture in my office ( pictures to come!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">2. <span style="font-size: x-large;">130 years of Vogue color</span>. Artist Arthur Buxton chose the top 5 most prominent colors from each Vogue cover over 130 years and used open source sampling tools to sandwich them into gorgeous visuals. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each vertical column represents a year of magazine covers, while each horizontal column represents a month. You can see the color trends from different countries and different years. You can read his blog <a href="http://www.arthurbuxton.com/2012/05/vogue-covers-covered-colour-trend.html?showComment=1341114656324#c6773991446290451370" style="color: #783f04;">here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">3.Using color to instill pride and a sense of well being. <span style="font-size: x-large;"> Project Color Corps </span>is doing this right in my own city of Oakland. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Color legend, Laura Guido-Clark, and her team are repainting the dull, depressing colors of an Oakland school considered to have a high at risk/disadvantaged community, into a student advised palette of wonderful color. Read more about the project <a href="http://projectcolorcorps.org/site/home" style="color: #38761d;">here</a><span style="color: #38761d;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">4. Pantone's color of the year, <span style="font-size: x-large;">Tangerine Tango</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This orangy-red has been making me smile despite the fact that I've always shied away from oranges. I think I'm converting! This color has been showing up in so many fashion and home items:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was pleasantly surprised to see their partnership with Sephora make-up stores with all sorts of fun visuals. Below is a pop-up shop in New York featuring giant color strips!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> 7. .....and whoever the awesome person is that I spotted driving this <i><span style="font-size: x-large;">pink</span></i> vintage Mustang across the Bay Bridge recently, thank you:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In the midst of the big Memorial Day
weekend, there was a very special birthday to celebrate. The Golden
Gate Bridge turned 75 on Sunday! As a native to the Bay Area, I get
to see this landmark almost daily from my travels around the Oakland
area....and I never take that for granted. I was lucky
enough to watch the amazing firework display from the deck of a
friends home as we all cheered this icon who never
seems to age a day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Golden Gate Bridge is much more
than just a treasure to those of us in the Bay Area; It's a landmark
known worldwide. I would be remiss as a Bay Area colorist if I
didn't talk about it's unusual hue that sets it apart from other
bridges.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The first misconception is that it is
named FOR it's color. It's actually named for covering the expanse of
the Golden Gate Strait which leads out to the Pacific Ocean. It was
named in 1846 by Army Captain John Fremont because it reminded him of
Golden Horn harbor in Istanbul.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Before the bridge, the bay was clogged
with ferries carrying people between Marin and San Francisco. The
bold idea of engineer and bridge builder, Joseph Strauss, was that an
bridge should be built across the strait.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> It had plenty of naysayers
that doubted it could be done due to the strait's infamous of high
winds. The Depression was also going on and the bridge was opposed by many special
interest groups, but victoriously voted in by the locals
granting a 35 million dollar bond.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Construction began in 1933. Like most
bridges at time of construction, colors under consideration were black, gray
or silver. Since this was to be the
largest suspension bridge ever built, a consulting architect by the
name of Irving Morrow who was working on bridge lighting and it's Art Deco elements,
made the case for a color that was considered shocking!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In his report, <a href="http://goldengatebridge.org/research/documents/ReportColorLighting.pdf">available here</a>, which is a must read for
color nerds and Golden Gate bridge fans alike, Morrow, states, </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“<i>During a considerable portion of the year, particularly during
summer, the San Francisco Bay area is covered by high fogs and is
relatively sunless. At these times the atmosphere is gray. In sunny
weather the predominant color of bay and ocean is blue. In other
words, the prevalent atmospheric colors are cool. A structure which
is to be emphasized must appear in contrasting or warm colors”. He
went on to scold local architects that local color was “on the
whole timidly colorless without the accent and warmth which
conditions call for”.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">He ruled out yellow as “lacking
substance” and reds as appearing “heavy and without luminosity”.</span></div>
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often used as primer for steel so his considerations were:</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">a) “Orange vermillion, or the color
of shop red lead paint”</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">b) “Orange vermillion, slightly
tinged with brunt sienna.”</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">c) “Burnt Sienna leaning toward
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">d)“Burnt Sienna”.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Local artist, Benjamin Buffano and
other locals supported this bold choice although bridge authorities
did not due to their fears of wearability. They relented when Morrow
found a paint capable of less frequent maintenance. The final color
chosen for the bridge was called International Orange (sometimes
called International Airway Orange) and was considered very unusual
at the time. The US Navy was hoping for black and yellow stripes! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> While there are exact color recipes available by the Golden Gate
Bridge Highway and Transportation District available <a href="http://goldengatebridge.org/research/facts.php#cmyk">here</a>, it is considered closest
to Pantone 180. The paint company that is currently under contract
to provide paint for the bridge is Sherwin Williams. While they
custom mix the bridges exact formula, Sherwin Williams nearest color
to the Golden Gate Bridge is Fireweed, SW 6328 and Benjamin Moore's
Hot Apple Spice 2005-20.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The original paint, which was heavily
lead based, was slowly removed between 1965 and 1995. Advances in
paint technology and it's resistance to erosion certainly help, but
the bridge is still continuously touched up by a team of 28 painters. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">After 75 years, this majestic lady certainly deserves the continued upkeep and attention. Happy 75th Birthday, you gorgeous bridge.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My recent and first trip to Palm Springs was exciting, too brief and left me with the following sights I am still thinking about and loving:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mid-century of course!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Parker Palm Springs Hotel</span></div>
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Petal pink doors on church near Joshua Tree</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Following the movie star maps and oogling the homes of past Hollywood greats:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">was the only disappointment. It's secluded up in the hills behind a gate. It is for sale, however, if you've got 13 or 14 million dollars to spare!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Although we missed a few "must do's" and the thrift stores were a disappointment, I look forward to my next trip back to the dessert.</span></div>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-80815474632208463592012-03-27T21:33:00.002-07:002012-03-27T21:41:36.195-07:00My New "Big Girl" Office!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_xVeqAf1GVNCHDI0UAvhCgsTEVUCcot-DK-WCMoD3wS5J186B8RAhkuE_l8oMNotWORhkPaoLJ5o05-39tTdgFj8JpxWQtUK51rYNF-Ye2NOXresMHzq6UMrPOlBRqb8XGQiv-eH1h2D/s1600/Etsy+painting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOt3MxxbqONZml48Ji_mgfJ4Vnkn5CnLmJNM7P2NUJdRc8PoivNxUow8jaEwVpDIPxkqa63ztht61ljQ-JOSP8_IkrDR5jYj2voviSJti11klKw6tJuMIZSXkv3vDi5iYt3-pPVOW2hnFA/s1600/Ballena+Bay.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;">Confession time; I have very busy with a new adventure these last 6 weeks! The fun started when I began looking at fresh ideas for different ways I can offer my color services as well as the baby steps towards another little side business. With commercial rentals being at an all time low, it occurred to me that I could take my business in a whole new direction. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">My home office (which shares space with my guest room and the family computer) was getting cramped with color samples, books and project stuff. My fledgling side business with clothing was also starting up so our little home had reached overflow capacity! I started to dig around one of my favorite little cities, Alameda, and found a couple of waterfront offices at shockingly cheap prices.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Although I've had an out of town client pick up items at my home office once before, I usually see people at their site. Color is best viewed, when possible, on site. But I've been rethinking the possibilities of this lately and decided to try an approach where I do have a public office that people can meet me at, if needed. Having open office hours at my home didn't seem practical or safe.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I guess one of the few bright spots in a bad economy is the opportunity for small business owners to get into an office. I canceled one off my list when they asked for a one year rental lease. The other one immediately caught my eye not only for the price (and month to month rent) but it's amazing location! One side of the office building is bordered by a pretty little marina full of boats while on the other side is on the San Francisco Bay with breathtaking views of San Francisco. </span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I was so excited to find this, my mind raced at the possibilities for moving some of my careers goals and passions forward. I didn't mind that the building is older and in a time warp of 70's/80's design in the common areas. What is the real estate saying? Location, location, location!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">My first order of business was furnishing the space.....on a tight budget! As usual, I turn to the holy trinity of my sources; Etsy, Craigslist and HomeGoods. My landlord is so cool and is allowing me to paint the office....music to any colorist's ears...or perhaps, eyes.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">But as tempting as it is to paint a vacant room and <b><i>then</i></b> furnish, I know better.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7LBoNL9FmrjBFl0MFCzVmptDqMWuI2iPglvuyYDN180SlO5FCqoO6i2S7bOSTNfhkPi5ziM-lYjkWu24yI0gwmFgZ760D65FOLgZPyedSAJGSs5dxqLIXe47Vyi7TS3821jYY4Gy4v7Bn/s1600/ballena_isle_view.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here is the back part of my office with by bamboo desk found at a local antique store. The big question is to paint or not to paint?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Example:</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqoMBTfFmhxVjRMFmKrMzSmtzseKbUdGdfZLcOlcUK1U3mc0lDx0gkWsk6bCTWs2ceElNm_wLG05DZ_6j_O9NfoaBBBr5jUFKbT2jUfzYmGp-RBamL-ssXaZ8kjyN7mm4EgEqZWTFWs3v4/s1600/1st+dips+lacquered+turquorise+desk.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqoMBTfFmhxVjRMFmKrMzSmtzseKbUdGdfZLcOlcUK1U3mc0lDx0gkWsk6bCTWs2ceElNm_wLG05DZ_6j_O9NfoaBBBr5jUFKbT2jUfzYmGp-RBamL-ssXaZ8kjyN7mm4EgEqZWTFWs3v4/s320/1st+dips+lacquered+turquorise+desk.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Source: 1st Dibs</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Next came an upholstered chair from my mothership, <i>HomeGoods</i>:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I didn't like the idea of file cabinets for my color chips so I found this very long dresser on good 'ol Craigslist. Two antique dealers I purchased it from routinely buy good quality, but outdated furniture, and paint it white. They even redid the handles in silver. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I still had some substantial wall space to deal with. Visions of velvet loveseats or chaises started dancing in my head! This was tempered with the reality of the prices I was seeing online. $800 for a mass produced, poorly built one? Na, I'll pass. Back to Craigslist again! Two weeks of searching lead me to this one:</span><br />
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"> <span style="font-size: large;">This antique, coral velvet one was being offered by a dealer of abandoned storage space contents for $300! My poor husband was not happy about the drive out to a sketchy warehouse area near Candlestick Park in San Francisco to pick it up in the pouring rain to save the delivery charge... nor the effort it took to get it up to my second floor office. After 21 years of marriage, he says he knows better than to get in between me and a furniture find!</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">Lastly, considering some artwork. Already bought this on Etsy but it's small. Love it:</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Considering this in a very large format:</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: large;">I also need a large mirror, but I haven't gotten that far yet. I'm going to keep the walls neutral as much for balancing out all this color as for viewing color chips within my office without a lot of competing wall color getting in the way. Perhaps Benjamin Moore's Shaker Gray, Night Train or Gibraltar Cliffs? Maybe darker? We'll see as things progress. Sometimes progress seems painstakingly slow but it's actually come quite far this two weeks.</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span> I'm so excited to have a little office to call my own. My husband and I call it my Big Girl Office! The fact that I can have a little 165 square foot slice of the waterfront is just icing on the cake.</span> <span style="font-size: large;">I'll be sure to post an update when it's finished.</span></div><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The discussion of paint brands is always a hot topic and often a hotly debated subject in this industry.
Whether you are asking designers, painting contractors or homeowners,
there's a variety of opinions. Not everyone is aware that
there are a few different official rankings available that are based
on testing and criteria. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">The three I frequently look at
are <b>JD Powers</b>, <b>Consumer Reports</b> and <b>Good Housekeeping</b>. While JD
Powers ranks consumer satisfaction, Consumer Reports and Good
Housekeeping rank paint brands based on testing. Unless you're a
color nerd, it can be a bit daunting to sift through the data to filter out the overall results.
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">For example, my latest issue of
Consumer Reports (March 2012) tested various paint lines from 13
different major brands, ranking by 3 sheen's and challenging:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Hiding</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Stains</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Gloss change</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Scrubbing</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Smoothness </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Mildew Resistance</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Resisting
Sticking (tackiness when dry)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> Fading </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">VOC levels</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">In 2012, Benjamin Moore edged out Behr
which held all three top ranks in 2011. Benjamin Moore came in first
for Satin/Eggshell as well as in the Semi-gloss category. Consumer Reports
states they've seen a steady improvement over the years in Benjamin
Moore's quality but Behr remains the best value for what you get
money-wise. Blue checks were also given for overall good values for
the quality in different paint brands.
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<b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Here are the rankings for the top 4 in
2012:</span></u></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Satin/Eggshell
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> <span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore Aura (Up from #6 last
year)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Behr Premium Plus Ultra Satin Enamel (
1<sup>st</sup> Place last year)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kilz Brand (Stayed in #3 spot from
2011)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-size: large;">Glidden Premium Satin (Down from #3
last year) </span>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Flat and Matte</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Behr (Premium Plus Ultra ) Same rank as
2011</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore's Aura Matte ( up from
7<sup>th</sup> place last year)
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<span style="font-size: large;">Behr's Premium Plus Flat Enamel (#2
last year for Behr)
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<span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore's Natura Flat (3<sup>rd</sup>
Place in 2011)</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Semigloss</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore's Regal Select (jump
from #7 last year)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Behr's Premium Plus (Held at #2 spot)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore's Aura (Huge jump from
#13 last year)
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<span style="font-size: large;">Royal Interiors by ACE ( Up one spot
from #5 in 2011)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Bottom rankings in all three categories
goes to Color Place by Walmart.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Good Housekeeping ranks paints
differently ….......This data is harder to sift
through compared to Consumer Reports and it's fuzzy regarding how many
paints were tested overall. Less precise rankings were given besides letter grades and a conclusion of pro versus cons in the
resulting 25 that they listed.
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<b><u><span style="font-size: x-large;">Good Housekeeping 2011</span></u></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> The test process was explained for
achieving the following tests:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Drying Time</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Color Consistency</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Overall Quality and Texture</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">PPG Pure Performance (Eggshell)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Dutch Boy Interior Semi-Gloss</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Ace Royal Interior Flat</span></div>
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<u><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">JD Powers and Associates 2011 Consumer
Rankings</span></b></u></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">These rankings were based on 6 criteria
from consumers/homeowners only for 19 major paint brands:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Application</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Production Offerings</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Warranty</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Benjamin Moore</b> came out as the stand
alone winner while Porter Paints and Sherwin Williams came in second
and third reflectivity. At the bottom of the heap were Color Place
(Walmart), Martha Stewart (Surprise!) Glidden, Olympic, True Value
and Ace paints. </span></div>
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rankings through Consumer Reports and Good Housekeeping but below
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Powers as well as Consumer Reports although the Aura, Regal and Ben
paint lines only scored in the B grade ranges for Good Housekeeping.
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contractors in my area, Kelly Moore only appeared in the JD Powers
reviews and ranked average in all criteria but above average in
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middle lower to downright bad scores over all three ranking systems
while <b><i style="color: #073763;">Walmart's ColorPlace</i></b> came in last place with Consumer Reports and
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Hey I'm only the messenger on this but
I do love asking my clients and painter for their experiences with
paint brands. Many of the other paints reviewed only appeared in one
of the rankings so I didn't delve into them. Where do YOU stand
on paint brands? What are your experiences?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="color: #990000;">Happy</span> <span style="color: #134f5c;">New</span> <span style="color: #bf9000;">Year</span>!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"> </span> As promised, I'm starting the year off with a post about kitchen colors. Much of what I seemed to work on this past year involved helping
clients select colors and materials for kitchen remodels. We're not
just talking about repainting and adding a few new appliances. All of
the kitchens I've worked on this last year were ripped down to the studs
and redesigned to fit the homeowners tastes and provide better space
utilization. Exciting stuff!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite projects involved a bay side condo. The owner was
fortunate enough to own two lovely condos in this condo community and
was able to live in one with his family while working on remodeling the
other unit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> <span style="font-size: small;">This is what we started with!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Although I always prefer to work with colors in a completed
kitchen, this is almost never the case. Many decisions are being made
and most homeowners prefer to start thinking about colors as well.
Luckily, the cabinets and counters were already installed and I was able
to see the hardware and flooring that had been purchased for the rest
of the remodel. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The lovely Caesarstone counter tops were a high contrast from the deep,
rich cabinets. The floorplan is open to the living room so the entire
great room has to be considered in this situation so colors flow. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">My
client had some wonderful inspiration pieces we initially worked with.
The first one was a wine label on a favorite bottle of wine from Napa
Valley. After much consideration, my client agreed that working around
the purple/silver combination was not going to easily allow for the
other colors he wanted to bring in.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Another inspiration piece he brought out was a colorful leather purse he
had purchased for his wife in Italy. The lovely deep burnt orange was
the direction I was hoping we would go in. He also had a business card
from a taco bar in San Diego which had a similar deep orange/red he
liked as well as a deep grey. A small sample of tile he had picked up
recently contained more colors he liked. Although we considered the
tile for the column on the left side of the kitchen, it was ruled out
budget wise.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Colors used were Concord Ivory, Amherst Gray, Cornsilk and Fireball Orange.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fast forward and I returned to see the result. My favorite part! Although my clients are still working on the rest of the condo and have not moved in yet, they are thrilled with the outcome. They love to cook and entertain so this modern kitchen compliments this perfectly! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">The busy rush of the holiday season makes blogging a challenge to fit into the hectic days. As a treat, I'm happy to have London based florist, <i>Patricia Hall</i>, take over for me this month to discuss the importance of flowers in adding color to your home. I'll be back in January to show you one of the many kitchens I worked on in 2011. I'm excited to show you the inspiration that my client and I worked with on the path towards the color palette for his family's dream kitchen. Until then, <u><i>happy holidays </i></u>and enjoy this lovely post from Patricia! </span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> No matter what the decorating style of a home is, adding the <i>touch of flowers<u> </u></i>brings a new feeling of freshness, cheerfulness and peace. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each variety of flower and way of arranging fresh cut blossoms has its own touch of flair and way of setting the atmosphere. They bring a splash of color and brighten the appearance of any room in a simple, natural and unpretentious way. Instead of worrying about redecorating or repainting a room, focus on bringing flowers into your home to add the desired</span> <span style="font-size: large;">pop of color. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For centuries, flowers have been prized for their beauty and color. Whether from the formal Language of the Flower, which attributed certain emotions to each variety, or simply from hours spent in a grandmother's flower garden, flowers have come to have special meanings. Much of this has to do with the unconscious part of the mind that attributes feelings to colors and shapes. Sunflowers give people an impression of cheerfulness because of the big size and bright yellow petals. A bouquet of baby's breath and white roses is romantic and subtle. These associations with certain flowers makes choosing the flowers to display easier, by turning the focus on the </span><span style="font-size: large;">desired feel f</span><span style="font-size: large;">or the room.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Keep these common impressions of flowers in mind when you order flowers for your home. What atmosphere do you want the room to have? Do you want to keep in style with the decor of the room or would you rather spice things up a bit? If you aren't sure, try lots of things. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The wonderful thing about the short lifespan of flowers is that it gives you lots of room for change and different arrangements. To add excitement or cheerfulness, order flowers that are red, orange, bright yellow or hot pink. For a more peaceful atmosphere, choose soft pink, pale yellow, purple and blue arrangements that have lots of white and green in them. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span> <span style="font-size: large;">For a room that feels bland and boring and that needs a touch of cheery color, choose arrangements of bright, big flowers. Simple, symmetrical bouquets of daisies in bright pinks and oranges are stunning in the minimalist, modern room. If your decor isn't quite as simple, pick arrangements of flowers that are big combined with a few other varieties of complimenting blossoms. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once you've chosen your flower arrangement, it is key that you put it in a place in your home where they can shine. Pick a central location to display the flowers. The middle of the dining room table or a coffee table is a great choice. To let the flowers bring their perfect splash of color, clear clutter away so the eyes are naturally drawn to the arrangement. Think about pulling a few buds from the arrangement, cutting the stems and putting them in a tiny vase in the bathroom or on a windowsill. Having flowers in more than one place around the room spreads the color and warmth. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you don't want the flowers to be the centerpiece, pick a dull corner. Balance the color in the room by putting the flowers where there isn't much brightness. Keep in mind that they'll flourish more near a window and the light will shine through the petals, but don't be afraid to brighten a darker part of the room with colorful flowers</span><span style="font-size: large;">.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Instead of stressing the need for a change in decor, enjoy the effortless beauty of flowers. Flowers bring bright spots of color to rooms that need change. The freshness and natural beauty adds life and interest. Taking note of the atmosphere desired and flowers' natural personality will simplify the process of choosing flowers and changing the feeling of a room. Knowing where to place the arrangement will make the flowers change the room completely. Whether you want to brighten your own home or send flowers to a friend to share some color, don't settle for the first choice, but think about what feelings you want the fresh picked decor to bring and how you can make them a beautiful focal point in your home. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Patricia Hall</i></b><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1941262618"> </a><a href="http://www.serenataflowers.com/">of Serenata Flowers</a> works part-time for a London based florist but loves to surround herself with flowers at any given point of time. Even in her free time she loves to involve herself with everything flora and fauna. 'To me there is nothing more beautiful and global as the language of flowers - it is the easiest to understand all around the world</span><span style="font-size: large;"> in the same way. That is one reason why I truly admire flowers for what they represent in some ways - unity of all mankind!</span>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-61320977792550892112011-11-10T14:19:00.001-08:002011-11-16T12:33:54.235-08:00New Color for Unoccupied Commercial Buildings<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyIyavM_Fe8PCJthQsgyhYXjAjFyyjML1qA1FUYy5cqolkdbvCey1RyqCDc-GsbR3jsDri6ncDDws9zwKB07HY1vFdWA49DY5NhZeRGxpIS98e5y5nD71_zOwsCXVfLAFmD-V7ElNyrgk/s1600/Blight+Blog+1.0.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The economic downturn has obviously had far reaching effects in local
communities. One of the noticeable signs of the recession is the number
of unoccupied retail/commercial spaces I am seeing in towns all over the
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<span style="font-size: large;">Even upscale shopping areas are having trouble keeping and
leasing out store fronts. In my home city of Oakland, there are
shocking numbers of unoccupied businesses and buildings all the way from the Montclair
District down to Alameda. A side effect is that long term
vacancies tends to produce deferred maintenance and vandalism issues on buildings that
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<span style="font-size: large;">This unusual building has been unoccupied for the pretty much the entire decade I have lived in Oakland. Right down the street from the prestigious College of Arts and Crafts, it has an interesting facade of navy and burgundy tile. This picture doesn't reflect that it's also currently tagged with graffiti. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I chose this building, first of all, because I've seen it nearly every week for 10 years! Also, it presents an interesting challenge with the navy blue and burgundy fixed elements of tile that need to be worked around. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My main feeling about this building was wanting to keep with a more neutral palette of grays and a few details to support the tile colors. I played around the the architectural details for bring in different types of contrast.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Another great challenge working around the turquoise tile and also the fact that Miami Deco type colors can look pretty strange in the Bay Area light! With that in mind, I did a more subdued palette a little more in context with the area:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Again, I wanted to fit in one a little more colorful:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A fun exercise in what can be done with run down, unoccupied buildings. I often wonder if more attention to these exteriors could play a role in getting spaces leased and occupied faster. In that case, a little paint can really go a long way as well as ease the eyesores for those of us who encounter these buildings.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPMbJD-usf04aoeLTUzz4kwJAobdLf8D-irTdKch-Pj75lIBvBT0alGAYt6DRDYiPIvCJ2PloYOUs9xpneStoG8QoVPbPS1atxmKqSEEs51NVv3mxovvtKNWumKD3etNvFB6FUaDOKvj0/s1600/blight+2.0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-9485082509286843202011-10-12T19:44:00.000-07:002011-10-12T19:54:23.977-07:00Orinda Mid-Century Modern Jewel<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I know Mid-Century Modern is <i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The Bomb</span></i>
these days, but I've been a fan long before it was the current flavor
of the design world. Through the tunnel, as we locals say, lies the small town on the other side of the Oakland Hills
known as Orinda. I usually think of cute 60's and 70's ranch houses and
newer "executive" homes when I think of Orinda. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Driving way
up to the top of the hill, to an area of Orinda I'd not been in, to
discover this jewel of a client and her mid-century home was a true wonder. "Lucky me, Lucky me!", I said pulling into the round driveway </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As if the views weren't enough, you can enjoy them from the pool:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This home
was built in 1950 and has only had a small handful of owners. Many
of the original features were intact including lighting and built in
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">My client had certainly done her homework. She had
amassed a folder of furniture/home pictures of similar homes and was
ready for change. The strong, teal blue had been there since she and
her husband had purchased the home many years prior. While this
bright blue may work for more of what I think of as a Palm Springs
type of mid-century home, this was overwhelming all of the home's natural
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<span style="font-size: large;">The homeowner didn't want to lose the teal completely. So while we batted around the idea of adding in a grey into the mix, she really liked Deep Creek from Benjamin Moore, she decided to back off from that. The yellow is Waterbury Creme HC-31.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Next on the list for this jewel is a guesthouse and an update for the early 90's kitchen. A huge thank you to these homeowners for letting me come along on the journey!</span><br />
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<br />Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-31135849575180397822011-09-07T11:00:00.000-07:002011-09-09T11:18:54.524-07:00The Colorful Interior Design Inspriations of Artist Susan Seegert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In a sea of beige/neutral interiors,
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<span style="font-size: large;">My mother-in-law, Susan, is one such lady.
She's an artist and expert in many different mediums, a lover of all
things San Francisco (her hometown) and grandma extraordinaire to my
kids. Down to her red hair and fun loving personality, she is anything but boring!</span></div>
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in Vancouver, Washington. We hadn't visited for a couple
of years and I was eager to see if she had added more colors and
details. Sure enough, there were even more bold touches and color. I think one of the reasons that we have clicked for the 25 years I've been in the family is our unique, "color outside the lines" approach to life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The living room was a cheerful mix of oranges, reds, greens and yellows. All kept within relatively the same values with touches of white for visual relief are what make these colors sing for me. The artwork on the back wall were both painted by Susan:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each day we came back, I noticed new, fun details I had not noticed before. The curio cabinet had been around for years, but she switched it up by painting it a bold, glossy red.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Susan has many fascinating collections which she switches out. A somewhat newer one is vintage, metal dollhouses displayed in her family room on glass shelving salvaged from a local Mervyn's after the company went out of business:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wall of Mirrors-Using stairway walls are a great way to capture often ignored display space:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Downstairs, her art room is brimming with creative supplies and energy. I was in awe of how organized she is:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I left Vancouver and Susan's townhome with so many different creative ideas for my own home. Maybe this will be the kick-start to get my home office in better shape? What a treat to see bold color embraced and used so well!</span>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-36815927502933264062011-08-14T19:44:00.000-07:002011-08-14T19:44:14.137-07:00Guest Post: Amazing Outdoor Color and Ideas From Susi at DesignShuffle.comI'm one of those firm believers that summer is NOT over until I put on my Halloween costume in October.....OK, maybe just a little earlier. Those of us in California are lucky enough to enjoy our outdoor spaces well into late October. In fact, here in the San Francisco area, September and October is when we get our best weather! I am excited to introduce a guest blogger for this post. These photos really capture the kind of outdoor color I LOVE! <b>A big welcome to Susi from DesignShuffle.com! OK Susi,<b></b> take it away:</b><br />
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Hi all! I’m Susi and I write as a guest blogger for <a title="Decorating Ideas" href="http://www.designshuffle.com" target="_blank">DesignShuffle.com</a>, a fabulous social media site that promotes interior designers from around the world and their work. My writing focuses on things I'm passionate about: interior design, <a title="Decorating Ideas" href="http://www.designshuffle.com/" target="_blank">decorating ideas</a>, home furnishings, gardening, travel and art. I get to look at gorgeous things all day and write about them—I'm a very lucky girl.<br />
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I was excited when I saw Marie's topic for me to write about. Let's Go Outside and Color sounds like so much fun! We're not talking sidewalk paint or chalk, but colorful outdoor living spaces. Inspired by the riot of colors in a perennial garden or even kitchen garden, these colorful outdoor living spaces are bursting with color and interesting. I hope you are inspired to go outside and add color to your outdoor living areas. Thanks to Marie for letting me guest blog at Color Marie!<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7874" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/1-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="336" />House of Turquoise (<a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>Outdoor fabrics have come a long way in the past few years. Great patterns and bold colors in upholstery and pillows add color to outdoor living spaces.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7875" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/2-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="498" />Coolest Gadgets (<a href="http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20100618/glow-outdoor-furniture/#more-43199" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>Not only is this outdoor furniture colorful, it glows! So even at night you can have a colorful outdoor living space or personal outdoor movie theater. Very cool.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7876" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/3-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="349" />Plain Air (<a href="http://www.plainair.com/" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>Fantastic, colorful outdoor furniture from Plain Air that looks more like mid century modern living room furniture than patio furniture. I'm thinking this might inspire some <a title="Decorating Ideas for Living Rooms" href="http://www.designshuffle.com/filter/living-room" target="_blank">decorating ideas for living rooms</a> inside. I do love the colorful planters too.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7877" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/4-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="780" />Pinterest (<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/15887935/" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>Bright, bold colors cover the walls of this porch. Love the blue, green and rose pinks. They feel so tropical.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7878" title="Colorful Landscape" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/5-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="687" />Pinterest (<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/85375332/" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>What a glorious riot of color! This outdoor bed and yellow mosquito netting would liven up any garden or outdoor living space.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7879" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/6-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="672" />Pinterest (<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/30390476/" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>Even an urban roof top living space benefits from bursts of color in aquas and greens. Rich green plantings create a living wall and help soften the city view.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7880" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/7-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="656" />Design Sponge (<a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2011/04/sneak-peek-lynne-testoni.html/8_lynne" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>A single bold color, like this apple green, can make a strong design statement outdoors. Break up the bold color with accessories and plants to add more punch.<br />
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-7881" title="Colorful Patios" src="http://www.designshuffle.com/blog/files/2011/08/8-color-marie.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="632" />Maison Marigold (<a href="http://maisonmarigold.blogspot.com/2011/04/ode-to-spring.html" target="_blank">via</a>)</p>A colorful outdoor living space can be created with textiles, an colorful outdoor rug and even colorful lanterns. It does not have to cost a lot to make an outdoor space colorful and interesting. Think about taking some of your favorite <a title="Living Room Design Ideas" href="http://www.designshuffle.com/filter/living-room" target="_blank">living room design ideas</a> outside.<br />
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This post comes courtesy of <a title="Interior Design Ideas" href="http://www.designshuffle.com">Design Shuffle</a>, where you can find top tier interior designs from around the world – from <a title="New York Interior Designers" href="http://www.designshuffle.com/map/new-york_new-york_interior-designers">New York interior designers</a>, <a title="Los Angeles Interior Designers" href="http://www.designshuffle.com/map/california_los-angeles_interior-designers">Los Angeles interior designers</a>, and more, check out the latest at Design Shuffle. Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-47147542244506565002011-07-30T23:25:00.000-07:002011-07-30T23:28:21.893-07:00Color "Assignment" from Huntington Beach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Yes, it's an oil well. There are many in HB but this was the only one in this particular area of homes. Yes, they smell like oil, and sometimes people show up to loudly work on them at 7am.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">We tried to visit a few cities in SoCal that we've never been too. That's getting to be a challenge. Having been to San Diego and LA so often and appreciating the generous use of color, I guess I was expecting the same throughout all of SoCal.</span></div><span style="font-size: large;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I really appreciated the creative touches of color I saw in unexpected places. </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"> The disappointment was the lack of architectural color near the beach. Taupes, beiges and pale terra cottas abound with only occasional glimpses of anything else. Granted, the homes near the beach are newer, larger homes. </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">You are not likely to see wild, colorful palattes on homes of this size but some contrasts would be nice. This IS possible using only neutrals. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Yikes, what they must cost!</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">Although neutral, I enjoyed riding by this home everyday because it had some style and flair! (Sorry for the picture quality as these were "drive by" shots from my bike) </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We spent a day in Newport Beach. I was amazed at the tiny ferries carrying cars over to Balboa Island!</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Waterfront ferris wheel. Too bad I'm too afraid to ride them!</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">Newport Beach was a pleasant surprise with some nice drive-bys of great architectural color more in line for what I was expecting to see. </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">My poor family endured another long ride around the area so I could go back and take a pic of this intriguing blue home with a pale lavender door and rocking chair. It fits in perfectly here! </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lovely.......</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">While this would look strange or tacky in the wrong setting, it's small size and location near the ocean made it appealing to me. In this situation, it looked hip and fun. I think there was a small business located inside:</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">This colorful clothing store was exactly the sort of retail I was hoping the run across. I'll take this over a chain store any day! The owner is studying to be a stylist.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">San Juan Capistrano was also a colorful adventure on another day. Thumbs up from the whole family for great vibe, loads of flowers and a great Round Table Pizza (we seem to seek out Round Table Pizza Parlors in our travels.) The mission had some walls with incredible, rich patina.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Gorgeous fountain and Koi fish.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Nature always provides us with the best palettes!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">And finally, there was some of this: </span></i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As you can tell from the pained look on my son's face, one was all I was going to get that day. I guess his root beer just wasn't as exciting. .....and let's face it, watching your parents have a beer is taking away from possible other fun kid stuff. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Since we had the dubious luck of heading out of LA on the much televised "Carmegeddon" (the weekend much of Highway 405 was to be shut down) we headed out early, and to the relief of light traffic through LA on Highway 5, to hit one more stop for our kids. <a href="http://www.sodapopstop.com/">Galco</a> <a href="http://www.sodapopstop.com/">Soda Pop Stop</a> was a colorful surprise set in a once old grocery store in LA. Here is a sample of some beautiful colors from our stash:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now that we've got the beach covered. We're soon heading up into the Sierra's to log in some time in the mountains and lakes. Vacations are always a great opportunity to notice and enjoy colors, palettes and regional outside your area and comfort zone. I know it gives me a playful push in appreciation and application of color.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd22_62TXzMXzNm7RNRv7lSMCAOv_GXDJtTogogiCNsfF0RBi2AqzRhR4a44tYmrpMknNxX1X7NCELqHUeQNVuJj7eOr-Y86q-Y0nGvv0uuO5owBtvvW5CtJHlthxCYeCfECTUsMikONs/s1600/Late+July+2011+125.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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</a></div>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-58317625309549587092011-07-09T20:30:00.000-07:002011-07-09T20:30:38.918-07:00Southern Califonia Vacation Assignment<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVSgrQiHw1qawUrxydqcPPQqv7KtAMnyGROA8UtckXbteNgq4c0GvduUE-a-84Tf0S_f5p6MqPTATTe2sduGE5CMleJp001v8PSxoPW8nae5yFxLOw6lJHVjjO_B6D6tAgHIg3TWOEb0oM/s1600/surf+3+Forget+Me+Not+Photography.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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</div> <span style="font-size: large;">I'm heading off for a few days of R&R in Southern California, specifically Huntington Beach, aka Surf City. I always appreciate the different palettes seen down south in comparison to Northern California. I'll have my camera at the ready to capture local architecture and color inspirations. I've also given myself the following assignments:</span><br />
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.<span style="font-size: large;">.........visiting the International Surf Museum:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">..........doing a little surfing (well, perhaps not looking like this!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">......watching some of this.......</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">........drinking a few of these........</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">........shopping for some color to wear..........</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">........eating this.........</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">I look forward to "working" and reporting on this colorful assignment here soon!!</span>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00293996929614568953noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-20523500492401695362011-06-19T10:17:00.000-07:002011-06-19T10:17:55.345-07:00The Colors of Dad<span style="font-size: large;">Do you ever find that you associate certain colors or palettes with a special person in your life? I identify strongly with certain color combinations in association with my parents. With my late mother, it was always <span style="color: magenta;">hot pink</span> and gold. She was quite fond of this flashy, yet feminine combination and I'll forever think of those as "her colors".</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sadly, my father passed away last week after many years of poor health. In honor of Father's Day, I put together a palette that reminded me of him. It's always interesting to think of what makes us associate colors with a certain person. Is it their clothing choices, personality or hobbies that make us see certain colors in relation to them?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My dad was part of the small generation sandwiched between the World War II generation (nicknamed the Greatest Generation) and the Baby Boomers. I like to call it the Mad Men generation after the hit show that takes place in the early 1960's. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">They were too young to fight in WWII but too old for Vietnam. True to form in alliance with the TV show, my dad remembers that his years working for the Federal Reserve Bank in the early 60's were filled with 3 hour, 5 martini lunches!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My dad had that Mad Men look and I think I associate his colors with some of the business shirts he wore during his working years. He never gave up the formal attire, music and sensibilities of that generation for the more casual styles and tastes later adopted by the Boomer Generation.</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3d85c6; font-size: large;">Dad's Colors: </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1nhNCj_5QB-6NO-j5yuUZQWSXupyojIV7iF2SKF0EKx3JVLPEoat3W9ala4MUWtnGRkXLQqGyIk3fxaudxgDnFE_ai81g0sALi8XfXAWtF7JaaN5jmzk9h28h1k-wfrKKD20A36kwRbs/s1600/IMG_1581.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;">So here's to all dad's out there and my dad in particular. Their colors will always live on.</span>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-56192642492503983942011-05-23T12:34:00.000-07:002011-05-23T12:36:22.451-07:00Decorative Storage Ideas Using Vintage Lockers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYjsmQMP8eQUWMn7ZAk3CBMffYKF24X-1nk5JxS2HGJX0dwonM5njde87b525NSp1BYtXe2WINYSt0K576vjPVwpQ_KrPbSN54L-YyIGEJDVxhUah_RqdCPo3rNPoE6qSRfk8MM5y_9mY/s1600/Lockers-Fresh+Home.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">No secret I'm storage obsessed and a fan of vintage mid-century. Those of us with older homes know that closet space is at a premium. I'm always looking for unique ways to add storage to my home (and perhaps allow for more clothing!). An idea for tackling both of these issues and obsessions is vintage lockers! A couple of years ago, I decided to look for a set to add to our bedroom. It took a couple of months, but as usual, Craigslist did not let me down.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The lockers I found were vintage bowling lockers from possibly the coolest, hippest eco salvage place I'd ever been to! Sadly, this salvage store in Napa is now gone but the bowling lockers live on. Now my clothes have a fun place to call home and I have a whimsical addition to my room that I never get tired of looking at!</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Vintage lockers have become quite popular over the last few years and can be pricey! A bit of looking around, patience and researching is needed. Sources include Etsy.com, Ebay, local salvage companies and, of course, good 'ol Craigslist.</span></div>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-16800440643074380842011-04-26T22:05:00.000-07:002011-04-27T12:07:33.563-07:00Wishful Re-coloring of a Legendary High School<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><span style="font-size: large;">Oakland is home to so many historical architectural gems. When I first moved here, I had to really watch my driving because of the distracting amount of stunning architecture in every direction. I also love that Oakland doesn't shy away from color!</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">One the flip side, it's no secret that Oakland has had it's share of rough times. Much of the industry such as shipbuilding, auto production and other various factories that provided jobs left just as legions of people arrived in search of once plentiful jobs after World War II. Like many urban cities, Oakland has been struggling to reinvent and revitalize itself as the decades have challenged it's past identity.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">I get a case of the sads when I see so much of the rich architectural heritage of the city shuttered, neglected or poorly redone. One can almost hear the buildings protesting, “ Hey, I was once lovely and something to behold.” </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Tile lined WC Morse building across from Tech High: </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">I'll save some of these stunning landmarks for another post as I dive into a sub category of Oakland Architecture, the public schools. Some refurbished landmarks like the Paramount and Fox Theaters having us residents jumping for joy and hopeful at this direction of urban renewal.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">One of Oakland's schools that has always fascinated me is the nearly century old Oakland Technical High School. It's alumni include Clint Eastwood, The Pointer Sisters, Frank Oz and baseball great Ricky Henderson among many others. This neoclassical sprawling building is set along the busy street of Broadway which leads into downtown Oakland many blocks away.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just up a few blocks up the hill is the stylish, hip Rockridge district </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxr6CMUo7C8Dw1fZjWWpvve8Ctwh5sFv9xTB8KG1rAp6bok4pL8lzlAB8oXhh3jrQxJoeqrMR0ng7GMCw2lcc9Xe6dvXTVBttVAWDsI8l4B0bdQbEVhn_-eROBz6eEH_fqZAI3G1IWA68/s1600/QT+Luong.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"> .......while heading into downtown Oakland is the Paramount Theater and many new, exciting restaurants. This part of Broadway, however, is doted by shuttered buildings many of which I've never seen open in a decade alone with many closed car dealerships.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I've never seen this restaurant across from the school in business in the last 10 years: </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">While Oakland Tech has had a reputation in recent decades as a tough inner city school, it's newer engineering and technology program has become the darling of the school system and is attracting many students away from local private high schools by the droves. Admission to this program is hard won but colleges eagerly snap up their graduates.</span><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"> ........the institutional looking white with the baby blue details leaves a lot to be desired. To me it looks depressing and cheap. Bad white and playing up details could have really made this building sing again!</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">The massive, financially strapped school district has a set group of about 6 color palettes which they must feel make maintenance more cost effective and streamlined. (more about this in a future post on dealing with school districts and institutional color). I really believe that when you give an already challenged group of students a handsome, well maintained building to learn in, they will rise to the occasion and feel proud of their school.</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">Neoclassical architecture is often painted white or in stone types of colors with occasional colorful flourishes. This school has some inlayed blue Greek fretwork near the roof line as well as green leaf tile accents and medallions above the columns. I have to wonder at what's possible for this school so I played around with options for color. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I took a little creative license moving away from the white but I still believe the correct white would also do wonders...... I also have a selfish reason for dreaming of seeing what has been declared a local landmark freshened up. My older son may well be attending their fabulous engineering program in 2 years.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br />
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</a><span style="font-size: large;">Choosing colors for architecture, finishes and materials involves so many variables. Obviously, that is why we colorists are here to help. </span></div><br />
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</a></div><span style="font-size: large;"> Now add to the mix the option of color changing paints and materials. Feeling too indecisive to pick just one color? Well, there are more and more products coming on the market that let you avoid just one choice. Granted many of these, to me, can easily cross the line into gimmicky. But with a little creativity and careful use, I can see the beauty and interest in some applications.</span><br />
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</a>Marie Bradyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04845370648419967069noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1723453802060423877.post-89189230527479495852011-03-15T21:24:00.000-07:002011-03-15T21:28:51.108-07:00The Ignored Master Bathroom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6FZatKit6R9CftshAyjkj_Ufbr3eWoD4J_4de4Kp6iqahMF3qK1iHyLZBjr8UM_FyVCIZM7jdwRvD4hvXYpiagr2oHlMs0wx0du0lvPz_93xSAJFrOy3tpl28uXzU4lgPoYX6LxUhtnk/s1600/Bathroom+remodel+2011+016.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
</a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl1ErbLhD1xLA2B304qg6usitHxbZAQguTSngRYh1kOjzL5rqmuNCj71Qi7n-pnMzaCoUTprGcT_TdlUe9GDTHs1cNueT5beJ1OkyrFVgqHWECHgXt6edvSflpbNydt-O8CMbamyNIwJk/s1600/February+2011+041.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><span style="font-size: large;">What is it about master bathrooms that make them the hidden sad spots in a home? This room is one of the first rooms we enter first thing in the morning and one of the last we see at night. We spend a significant amount of time here and it presents a prime chance to capture the mood we wish to start and end the day with. I don't often get the chance to focus on a clients master bathroom. Even when choosing colors for their bedroom, the master bath too often sits neglected.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After an inspiring consultation on a client's two bathrooms in San Francisco, I was starting to feel like the tale of the cobbler who had no shoes! Although I would like nothing more than to rip out the white porcelain tile, it wasn't a budget possibility. I enlisted my fabulous painter, Carlos, to help me fix this sad situation. I really was leaning towards a spa like blue-green sea glass color, however, this bathroom always feels cold to me. One of the great gifts of color is the ability to change and correct temperature perceptions. Since I adore deep yellows and golds, I set to work with my color samples and chose </span> </div><div align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;">Benjamin Moore's DaVinci's Canvas for the walls/cabinets and White Dove for the trim.</span></div><div align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguroOnQq6lJgD34I0o0u5GT7Y5eUt28M3qI52mR4EIKPIZLGNc9XSCR0B44N6QkyxKqDZUKX70CBQlOXwBaaW4dOKP4GWeiChmyr9E7p_f0x-OUzPiCq03Mi2YlO58VI7Gns7mLxnrCJA/s1600/Bathroom+remodel+2011+013.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Repainting a bathroom, or any room for that matter, also presents the perfect time to reorganize and add details. The mess of bathroom products was sorted out. A trip to <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/category.jsp?popId=HOME&navAction=top&navCount=6&isSortBy=true&pushId=HOME-HARDWARE&id=HOME-HARDWARE"><span style="color: #bf9000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><i>Anthropologie</i></span></span></a> was in order to replace the original white knobs for cabinets and drawers.</span></div><div align="LEFT"><br />
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</div><div align="CENTER"><span style="font-size: large;">The lone framed piece of mass produced art was changed out for something a little fresh and colorful:</span></div><div align="CENTER"><br />
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</div><div align="CENTER"></div><div align="CENTER"><span style="font-size: large;">My love of butterflies was indulged with a small plate at <a href="http://www.westelm.com/" style="color: #b45f06;">West Elm</a><span style="color: #b45f06;">:</span></span></div><div align="CENTER"><br />
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</div><span style="font-size: large;">For tiny spaces, such as this bathroom, god is really in the details. Switchplates, towels and bathmats can all contribute to the mood of a bathroom. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> I don't often have the time to go antique shopping on a weekday or estate sale browsing on the weekends, but it's always one of my favorite things to do. This gives me an extra appreciation for smart phones as I can simply take a picture if I see something I like and want to think about purchasing. In the past, I never seemed to remember to bring a camera. I especially love being able to send a pic immediately to a friend if I need feedback or I find something I think they may like. Yes, I realize some of these pics are poor quality, but I wanted to show you what I have spotted lately.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This stop was Alameda Antiques:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This amazing pair of lamps had an block ice glass like quality with an interesting texture. Great for a modern living room. I believe they were $225 for the pair.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Close up of fine cross texture:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wasn't sure what I'd do with this old desk, but it caught my eye. Very sweet for a kids room. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">A bargain at $50 and the base was heavy wrought iron:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Over the weekend I went to the Hudson Warehouse sale in downtown Oakland. I'd gone to a few of their estate sales and always found a few items. This turned out to be a small cramped warehouse. This made me cranky. There was a wait to be allowed inside due to lack of room. As I arrived late after getting lost, I could only stand in line helpless as antique dealers and stylish folks came out with items I coveted. I soon turned to my little IPhone companion so I didn't have to face more torture of seeing all this cool stuff come out of the warehouse in other people's arms! When I finally got in, disappointment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Much more people to navigate and much less fun stuff for me. I was originally drawn to the sale as they were clearing out the estate of an unnamed long time interior designer from San Francisco and I recognized his items from the preview pics online. Of worthy note:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Leopard print black with gold gilding settee for $200. Gorgeous. I just about killed myself trying to do mental hoops about finding a place for this in my home. Alas, it stayed.</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Leaving in disappointment, I came across an estate sale by another liquidation company at a home near mine. Scored two gold loopy line mid-century bowls for $5 each. One for me and one for a friend.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">However, my biggest recent thrill find has to be this sweet little yellow china cabinet. I'm taking an uneducated guess it's from the early 1960's. Found this deep in the basement of Alameda Antiques and couldn't stop thinking about the color and bamboo detail. Two of my favorite things. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Close up of bamboo details:</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNehMp0dF7D7FvL16wC6N8hdKsbXYlzGdIWSRVF1uFnHFtAlBpF1pxPJuI9C5FI8UtbSMuOuTOtYQy3YFDDJJfzc0N5KQ-98cYeqmMdXa8bg_oC4TLz_R8OZmbrfP8T83QXE7HwUZ9L7Q/s1600/IMG_1365.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"> </a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR5L-pBojpuHmVUaMT3HtP2ktXdWwJCzofy1LN__cXBsedS7dS3CN6o8KSBeDeecWb2oBCWQsKeNmwHIH0xx9Nk18LAxuSBLSpzxrNPfpCfjiggK537pwxsTxYF03nwBO6or2_d1vy39w/s1600/oakland.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">By the way, for any of you Northern Californians. The Mac Daddy of all garage sales is happening next weekend. The Oakland Museum's White Elephant Sale. While I once again showed up too late last year to score much, I did find a sweater that won me first place in an Ugly Sweater party!</span><br />
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