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October 17th, 2014 at 10:00 am

Schoolbus

It’s no secret that home prices and school ratings have a correlation. Homebuyers with children or plans to have them want to buy a home in an area with good schools. This trend drives up home prices in those areas, meaning buyers pay a bit more for homes in highly rated school districts.

A recent study by realtor.com® showed that the most popular cities and schools were viewed using the site’s “search by school” feature. The study found that millennials were less likely than any other age group to compromise on school districts during their home search. This trend indicates that many current buyers in the real estate market are looking to start a family in their next home or that they already have young children.
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October 16th, 2014 at 10:30 am

www.benettiyachts.it

www.benettiyachts.it

While the idea of traveling on a yacht says luxury without trying, not every builder can pull off gorgeous luxury design quite like Benetti, a specialist in private luxury and super yachts. The longstanding tradition of Italian craftsmanship is seen in every detail of each yacht’s development. Benetti has been in business since 1873 and built close to 300 yachts. It’s safe to say this team knows how to merge innovation, style and quality. (more…)

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October 1st, 2014 at 10:00 am

Valet Parking

Although you may have used a valet service before, have you been following proper valet etiquette? Like many other service-oriented jobs, following unspoken protocol can help you get better customer service and make sure your car is well taken care of. Follow these tips the next time you valet your car.

  1. Tidy up your vehicle before you plan to use the valet. Make sure there’s nothing you’d be embarrassed about inside and consider removing any high-priced items.
  2. Follow instructions and pull your car all the way to the indicated location. This helps service run smoother and decreases delay times.
  3. If you need to have your vehicle returned at a certain time, let the valet know when you’ll be back or call ahead. Depending on the establishment, it can take your valet a few minutes to retrieve your car.
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September 29th, 2014 at 2:03 pm

Big Bear Lake, CA

Big Bear Lake

Sunshine isn’t the only perk for those of us who live in Southern California. Besides usually perfect weather, we’re afforded the luxury of a variety of scenery and vastly different surroundings just a short drive away from our homes. Take a day trip and explore the nearby surroundings. You might be truly surprised at how much is within your reach.

  1. Santa Barbara – Just north of Los Angeles is this not-so-hidden gem. Although it might be a popular tourist destination, it’s with good reason. Visit Santa Barba and seek out the less-obvious activities and sights in town. See the ocean, but don’t miss the scenic drive on Alameda Padre Serra.
  2. Mammoth Mountain – OK, this might not be quite a day trip and it’s not in the southern half of the state, but it’s worth a visit. East of San Francisco, Mammoth Mountain is the spot for Californians seeking winter sports. However, don’t rule out the other seasons and as the area is beautiful year round.
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September 26th, 2014 at 2:36 pm

It’s no secret that architecture draws inspiration from nature. Biomimicry in architecture is the art of modeling buildings and systems after elements of nature with the intent of solving complex human problems. Examples can be seen around the world. Many well-respected and notable architects such as Buckminster Fuller, Frei Otto, Ross Lovegrove, Santiago Calatrava and Frank Lloyd Wright were known for their work in this style of design. Below are a few stunning examples.

1. Redwoods Treehouse , New Zealand – a pod shaped structure drawing inspiration from insect cocoons designed by Pacific Environment Architects.

Redwoods
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