Archive for April, 2009

Renderings Have Come a Long Way

Friday, April 24th, 2009 by Angela Todd

Is it just me or is it getting harder to identify real life photography from architectural renderings?
I admit I sometimes long for the days of hand drawing.  I love my pencils and watercolors, but I find most project budgets don’t warrant this type of time intensive work.  I have even started to outsource hand drawings [...]

Susan Boyle Takes the World by Storm

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009 by Angela Todd

I have a deep affection for many things artistic, especially music. I had the opportunity to sing for wedding receptions and events in Portland for 8 years. It was a fun experience.
Have you heard Susan Boyle yet from “Britain’s Got Talent?”. Susan is a simple woman with a larger than life talent. [...]

Wild about Glass Tile

Friday, April 17th, 2009 by Angela Todd

Round, rectangular, square, small, large, textured, frosted, iridescent or flat - I am wild about all glass tile has to offer.   Maybe it reminds me of bite sized candies, saltwater taffy blocks, and large colorful lollipops.   Yes - that is probably part of my love affair.
Glass tile can be installed in some many applications.  [...]

Home Sales Heat up this Spring

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009 by Angela Todd

I received a wonderful email message today from the President of the Portland Home Builder’s Association.  The real estate market is looking up this Spring.  Consider the following message and statistics:

As we enter the ever-important spring home buying season, there are a several exciting indications that the market may be coming back to life:

In February, [...]

A 911 Color Consultation

Friday, April 10th, 2009 by Angela Todd

I have had the same housekeeper for 4 years now.  Her name is Patty.  She is a retired nurse and cleans houses to supplement her income.  Patty is like a gift from God every two weeks when she comes to my house.  There is nothing better than coming home every other Tuesday to clean hardwood [...]

New Direction for Street of Dreams

Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 by Angela Todd

The Home Builders Association of Portland announced a bold move for the 2009 Street of Dreams. This year it will be exclusively in the Pearl District.

Earlier this year, the Home Builders Association planned to have two sites for the tour: one in a more traditional setting off Pilkington Road in Lake Oswego, and a second [...]

The Ultimate Man Cave

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 by Angela Todd

Stereotypes are funny.  Two weeks ago I walked into the home of Gavin Dawson, the morning radio personality for 95.5FM the Game.   My job was to create the Ultimate Man Cave for Gavin and his roommate Jesse.  After 15 minutes, Jesse’s outspoken charming wit couldn’t contain itself.  “We thought you would be some over-the-top gay [...]

Protected: The Encore

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 by Angela Todd

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