I worked on emphasizing the homes natural cozy feeling, and in the livingroom showcasing that warm woodstove.
This home was located in a cute neighborhood that is just a a few minute walk to Belmont, a pedestrian heavy street that features many eateries and shops, like the local classic Movie Madness:
An independent movie rental store that has a “museum of movie picture history” alongside the movies to rent.
And just down the way there is also the delicious (and Portland famous) Pine State Biscuits:
A restaurant revolving around their fresh baked biscuits and a southern slant (think fried green tomatoes and sweet tea).
It made me think about how lucky we are in Portland at how our neighborhoods are built. Apparently it started in 1972, when the City Council decided to expand and strengthen the connection between neighborhoods and the city. Growing from 60 neighborhoods in the late 70’s to the now 95; each official neighborhood is part of a volunteer association that are ambassadors from their small community to the greater Portland community (and the city government). This connection has helped build neighborhoods around having local stores and restaurants nearby (often within walking distance), it also means that each little community has their own unique flair.
To check out the listing for this home and more staged pics, click on the above pictures : )
Starbucks: Free iced/hot coffee or tea if you bring your own mug (or if you request it in a “for here” cup).
IPhone: Free national park apps.
Local Portland Activities:
Earth Day Bonus at Powell’s: Purchase three used books and take them home in a free, reusable Powell’s tote. All locations.
Celebrate Earth Day at Tryon Creek: At Tryon Creek, you’ll find two days of Earth Day tribute! On Friday, bring your recyclable items (that cannot be taken curbside) to the Recycle Roundup, then go on a guided “It’s Earth Day!” story-stroll (pre-registration required). The hike is geared toward ages 3-6, but all are welcome. On Saturday, get hands-on involved in protecting our forest with the Stewardship Saturdays Trail Maintanence event. Recycle Roundup: Fri, April 22. 10 am -2 pm. “It’s Earth Day” Story and Stroll: Fri, April 22. Free, 1-2 pm. Stewardship Saturday: April 23, 9 am – noon.
These, and more cool things to do in Portland for Earth Day, are on this great website:
When staging the home of a pet owner it is all about minimizing the pets presence, and creating a neutral zone that any buyer could see themselves living in (whether or not they adore dogs/cats/birds like the owner does). But, being a pet owner myself (of two high energy happy dogs), my staging eye is always on the lookout for the fun, the modern, and the functional when incorporating things for my pups into my own home.
So, for you fellow pet owner’s out there, here are some fun sites:
Reviews of all sorts of fashionable dog gear and ideas for your home. Everything from different themed puppy beds, built in dog crates and cute dog wear.
I think this was made for places like Oregon where our winters are all cold and rain : )
Reviews all different cat things. Everything from the functional (a bookcase with hidden cat play areas, to the down right adorable.
Recently they even featured a unique Portland company that designs some really beautiful bamboo cat furniture like the Buddha: a wall perch nearly as pretty as your kitty.
