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Blog by David Valente
April 1st, 2006
I just finished uploading this House, 2660
PANORAMA DR, North Vancouver British Columbia
House for sale. IRREPLACEABLE LOWBANK WATERFRONT WITH DEEP WATER
MOORAGE. NEED A VACATION-INDOOR POOL H/T, 1BDRM BEACH AND BOAT
HOUSE. LARGE PICTURE WINDOWS AND DECKS CAPTURING ONE OF BC.S BEST
280 VIEWS. TRULY SPECTACULAR.
Posted in Listings
March 30th, 2006
Good things can come in small packages!
High style and small space can co-exist in a sleek
kitchen.
Many clients wanted their small kitchen/dining space to have
clean contemporary style but be functional, as well. Choosing to
use a rich mahogany wood to both unify and visually enlarge the
space. Sleek materials such as marble on countertops, chrome
appliances and opaque glass on sliding doo ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 29th, 2006
6 Quick Feng Shui Tips
According to Feng Shui, the way you decorate has a huge impact
on many aspects of your life. If your home or work environment is
amid a jumble of haphazardly-placed furniture, chances are your
finances, health and emotional well-being will be just as messy.
Here are six tips on how to start incorporating feng shui into your
home and life.
* A cluttered and messy e ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 28th, 2006
Home: Tax tips for moving
Certain moving expenses are deductible when computing your
income for the year. Depending on your tax bracket, you could
reduce your taxes by up to half of your moving expenses.
You are eligible if:
* You are moving to a new location to start a job or a
business, or attend courses full-time at a post-secondary
institution.
* Your new home is a least 40-kil ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 28th, 2006
Finding the Right Wood Deck Finishing
Even decks made of rot-resistant woods, such as
cedar and redwood heartwoods or treated pine, require finishes to
minimize sun damage, mildew, and natural discoloration. Though some
people paint decks with deck paint, most choose to take advantage
of the natural beauty of expensive decking woods by applying a
clear or lightly stained finish. If you do ch ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 23rd, 2006
Repairing Tile Grout
Take a look at your tile grout. Is it cracking,
molded or nonexistent? Don't delay in fixing it, as it provides an
important barrier against water seeping behind your tub and into
your floor.
Tools for Repairing
Grout:
- A razor blade (in a safety handle) for
cleaning joints up to 1/8-inch wide. A grout saw for larger
joints
- A putting knife
- A grout floater ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 21st, 2006
BC Gardening Calendar tips.
Spring is here!
Here is a list that will help you plan ahead to get your
garden in top notch shape this year.
(C) indicates a task for coastal gardeners. (I) indicates a task
for interior gardeners.
March
- (C/ I) Plant summer-flowering bulbs (March or April)
- (C/ I) Shop for flowering trees while they are in bloom
- (C/ I) Spring clean the garden
- (C/ I ...
Posted in Home Tips
March 19th, 2006
I just finished uploading this House, 4595
STRATHCONA RD, North Vancouver British Columbia
House for sale. Private peaceful waterfront beach house. Facing
south with a view Grey Rock Isla nd. Over 3400 sf home is on many
levels with large sunny spaces for family livin g. Main level
offers an expansive Great Room with kitchen, living, media area, a
and private dining room. Home has been renov ...
Posted in Listings
March 17th, 2006
DAVID VALENTE IS DONATING A PORTION OF HIS COMMISSION ON
EVERY SALE TO THE SUN SHINE KIDS FOUNDATION!
Sunshine Kids Foundation
The Sunshine Kids Foundation is a
non-profit organization dedicated to children with cancer.
Established in 1982, we are committed to providing quality group
activities and emotional support to Kids who are receiving cancer
treatments in hospitals across North Ameri ...
Posted in Community
March 14th, 2006
South East False Creek is the last,
undeveloped piece of land within the saltwater inlet that defines
the south edge of the Downtown peninsula. The City's objective in
developing this site is to produce a sustainable, new community
that will serve to demonstrate new approaches in the planning and
design of high density neighbourhoods.
The firm was retained to prepare a low- to
mid-rise alter ...
Posted in Community