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This Modern Cape Cod Beach House Opens Right to the Pacific
An idyllic beachfront setting and impressive coastline, ocean and island views are highlighted by exceptional design and quality craftsmanship in this brand-new Faria Beach Colony estate in Ventura, about 21 miles south of Santa Barbara and...
Guest Room Tips For The Warmest of Welcomes
Opening your house to guests is one of the many joys of being a homeowner. You can make guests feel welcomed and comfortable by following these simple tips. Create the Ultimate “Flex” Room Flexibility is key in getting the most ou...
Staging Tips to Sell Your Home This Spring
Before listing your property, consider that proper staging is one of the most important factors in enhancing your home’s appeal and most flattering features. Whether on television, at an open house or on the pages of a magazine, we’ve al...
3 Simple Design Ideas for a Zen Outdoor Space
Amidst lockdowns and times of uncertainty, many of us looked inward to our homes to provide calming and safe spaces, including our outdoor areas. That’s why, in today’s post, we’re going to be sharing tips on how to create a z...
2021 Holiday Entertaining Bootcamp
Guest post written by Laura McHolm Chief of Organized Living & NorthStar Moving Company Co-Founder Like last year, this year is different than the norm when it comes to gathering with friends and family. Many of us are still working ...
3 Affordable and Cozy Home Revamp Ideas to Try this Fall
Shorter days and cooler temperatures can only mean one thing: fall is on its way and winter won’t be far behind. So today, we’re dishing up some seasonal interior design tips to help you give your home a cozy, warm vibe just in time for fal...
Inside the $74 Million Restored 1917 Montecito Estate, Far Afield
It has been called “a rare and extraordinary piece of art and antiquity.” Built in 1917 and designed by enduring Santa Barbara architect Francis T. Underhill, Far Afield lives up to that description in every way. The rare prestige estate re...
Busting the Top 10 Myths about homebuying
Buying a home is one of the most important and expensive decisions you’ll ever make. For that reason alone, you need to use the best, most accurate information you can find when making it. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of bad information out...