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Current Articles
	The Problem with the Foreclosure Numbers
		"Foreclosures remain the story behind the real estate market. According to DataQuick, The number
		of California homes going into foreclosure jumped last quarter to its highest level in more than 15
		years..."
	Architectural Styles Defined: Craftsman Style...
		"One of the most troubling aspects of architecture and real estate is the misuse of terms as they apply to the architectural style of a building, and how that misuse leads to poor communication between clients and professionals. Here’s an in-depth look at what defines the “American Craftsman:”"
	What is Inspiration?
		"When beginning the process of building design, one first must come up with a concept. A concept can be anything. A piece of furnityre, a faucet, a certain way in which spaces must relate, a pool, a prevailing wind, or an optimum view. The concept is the driving force that dictates, to a certain extend, home the building will look and function..."
	Tip of the week...
		"When painting inside your house, use a low sheen paint such as an eggshell or satin finish for most..."
Selected Archives
	Do I need an Architect?
		"When building a new house or simply adding on an extra bedroom, you have a couple options.You can hire only a builder (or contractor) to do the work, or you can hire an architect to design and coordinate the entire process. When hiring a..."
	Tip of the week...
		"When selecting finish lumber for a project, look for quarter sawn lumber. Unlike plain sawn lumber which has a tendency to twist, cup, and wear unevenly; quarter sawn logs are first..."