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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Mr. Fix-It-All
Nothing better than a dirty man in work boots. Oh…unless it’s a dirty man in work boots fixing everything in your life. It’s rare to find a handyman this handy who also happens to love his work. Keenan’s on top of everything: electrical, tiling, plumbing — small and big jobs, alike. We’ve also passed him …
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The Broadway Loft #410
List Price: 585,000.00 Neighborhood: Downtown Property Profile: 2,230 sq. ft. | 2 bed, 2 bath Our Opinion: Broadway exemplifies loft living with a polished touch. All the classic and dynamic features of a loft are accounted for: exposed duct work, seamless flooring, high-end kitchens, open floor plan, warehouse windows, sky-high ceilings. Added perks include some …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Reduce, Consume Wine, Recycle
Earth Day is, for me, the New Year’s of green living; a fresh start. A good time to check in, take stock, and make changes in our day-to-day living. So, I’m giving myself a hearty, green pat on the back for an Earth-friendly change in our household — boxed wine. My affordable go-to wine, Fish …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Millcreek Mid-Century | Lesson in Flow
Neighborhood: Millcreek Architect: Ed Dreier | Built 1965, renovated 1991 Our Opinion: Flow exemplified, continuity defined. This Ed Dreier mid-century modern has ingeniously carried unlikely materials both inside and out. One may not expect the brick exterior to extend so perfectly to the interior…but it does so with ease. Enormous, white ceiling tiles found throughout the …
Friday, April 27, 2012
The Broadway Lofts
List Price: 265,000.00 – 1,500,000.00 Neighborhood: Downtown Property Profile: 58 condo-conversion units | 800 – 2,600 sq. ft. | 1 bed, 1 bath to 3 bed, 2 bath Our Opinion: Perfect execution, we say, in blending old charm and new luxury. Converted in 1998, The Broadway houses true lofts and offers proper downtown living. It’s …
Friday, April 20, 2012
New Construct Modern
List Price: 329,000.00 Neighborhood: Sugarhouse Property Profile: 1,960 sq. ft. | 3 bed, 2.5 bath Our Opinion: Modern new-builds like this don’t often come along, so we’re aptly thrilled about this one. Summed up, this sustainability-lover’s dream is full of cool, clean lines, well-chosen finishes, and out-of-this-world details. Let us illustrate: exposed stairway, polished cement …
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012
The Peery Hotel
The Peery Hotel is, officially, Salt Lake’s only hotel that can be found on our historical register. The title’s worth it, by the by. The Peery’s managed to incorporate countless interior updates and retain the qualities that distinguished it when it was built a century ago [we love their sign]. Erected in 1910 during the …
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Baywood’s Ron Molen
List Price: 599,000.00 (under contract) Property Profile: 2,501 sq. ft. | 3 bed, 3 bath Our Opinion: Classic Ron Molen, having done what he does best; planning a home such that every square inch is effectively used. Regardless of square footage, livers and lovers of Molen homes end up feeling as though they have a …
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
‘Wild’ Sunday Brunch
Sunday brunch made perfect with close friends at Wild Grape Bistro on South Temple. First order of the day…Bellinis. Then, to the chagrin of my neighboring tables, I eat with my eyes before ordering. The menu is varied and I’m happily spoiled with choice. Salads, huevos, Benedicts and some shrimp-n-grits land at our table. All …
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Highland Park Happiness
List Price: 435,000.00 Property Profile: 3,191 sq. ft. | 4 bedrooms, 3 baths Our Opinion: Charm, charm…additional charm. This historically-registered home sits like a dream on its corner. Fresh features throughout the spacious interior include gleaming hardwoods, gourmet kitchen and amazing fixtures at every turn. Cup of tea and your favorite book beckon from both …
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Sugar + Coffee House
Oooh, coffee. We’re ever-searching for the spots in our city that serve a solid cup. Add it to the COLLECTIVE list…we’ve found another. Sugarhouse coffee is more than the hot beverage done skillfully; it’s a super location, fresh-baked delights, a clever little libation station. Smack in the heart of Sugarhouse, it’s a good stop on …
