Big housing boom ahead reshapes Southern Alameda real estate
SACBOR director Jack Pimentel argues housing trends shift toward high density living with apartments and townhouses while single family homes persist for the wealthy. He notes pent up demand, high mortgage costs, and potential policy changes to unlock funds, with new factory built units and better subdivision layouts boosting lower costs. Families seek yards and personal home equity, valuing customization and space as the market for housing expands.
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To keep or not keep by William Pahlmann
Interior designer William Pahlmann laments clutter from notes, photos, swatches, and bills piling at home. He argues for organized storage and regular disposal, sharing tips like clear plastic boxes, trashing unused items, and adopting compact storage to modernize space. He notes a habit of saving and quotes Eleanor Roosevelt's remark about not throwing things away.
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Color and harmony in home design from UNH expert
Durham, New Hampshire based home economist Dorothy C. O Donnell advises color as one ingredient in interior design. She suggests repeating a single color across rooms to create harmony and cautions against costly color mistakes when planning changes.
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