Community Focal Point: Mr. Sandless

Mr. Sandless San Diego

5682 Greenshade Rd
San Diego, CA 92130

 858.750.3900

Toll Free: 877.WOOD.360

http://www.mrsandless.com/WoodFloorRefinishing/sandiegonorth-ca.php

We sell many, many homes with hardwood floors. Over time, these floors become dull and scratched. When it comes to refinishing them, we turn to Mr. Sandless.

It sounds just like it is: Sandless Wood Floor Refinishing. This quick, no-mess service will get your floors back to tip-top shape at your convenience.

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Whether you’re looking to refinish the floor to improve your sale, fixing a floor on a house you just bought, or merely want to update the one you own, Mr. Sandless can help.

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Design Trends: Inspiration from the Garden

Inspiration from the Garden

The easiest (and most cost-effective) way to spruce up a home is to work on the interiors. Something as simple as adding a new throw and some matching pillows to a couch can breathe new life into a space. Bold colors have been all the rage for several seasons, but it can be hard to know which color to choose.

We recommend looking to the garden! Brightly hued colors are frequently found in nature. Bring some colorful flowers inside or take a cue from other agricultural stars, fruits and vegetables. Look to your favorites for inspiration on updating the look of your home. For an added touch, set out a bowl of your chosen fruit or vegetable.

Green:

Zuchinni, Spinach, Lettuce, Peas, Green Beans

Yellow:

Corn, Squash, Bell Peppers, Pineapple, Bananas

Red:

Tomatoes, Peppers, Cherries, Apples

Orange:

Pumpkins, Peppers, Oranges, Cantaloupe, Carrots

Purple:

Eggplant, Grapes, Radish, Plums

Pink:

Strawberries, Watermelon, Grapefruit

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Restaurant of the Moment: Thyme in the Ranch

Thyme in the Ranch

16905 Avenida de Acacias

Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

(858) 759-0747

www.thymeintheranch.com

(Cash or Check Only)

Thyme in the Ranch entrance

Nestled away in a little yellow building in the town square of Rancho Santa Fe, lies one of the community’s hidden gems. This is a truly insider location. So small that half of their tables are on the covered porches outside the building, walking into Thyme in the Ranch is more than a little like walking into your grandmother’s country kitchen. Wood floors than squeak and bend as you walk, the scent of fresh-baked pastries and breads, and the warmth that only comes from certain cozy places.

All of the food is fresh and tastes fresh. The salad lettuce is crispy, the avocado brilliant green as it’s just been pulled from the rind. The meats are juicy and flavorful. But what really makes Thyme in the Ranch a standout, is its baked pastries and sweet desserts. Amy Green, agent and co owner of Coastal Premier, recommends the bread pudding. Similar to the Food Network’s series, “The Best Thing I Ever Ate”, Green declares the bread pudding from Thyme in the Ranch her best thing. “It’s the most orgasmic food experience,” she says.

Thyme in the Ranch serves breakfast and lunch. Weekend breakfast and brunch are quite popular with RSF residents, so make sure to come early for a table, especially on a chilly day. If you’re looking for a new breakfast place to try and you’re sick of The Cottage, Snooze, The Coffee Cup Cafe, or The Broken Yolk, take a jaunt out to Rancho Santa Fe. Follow the winding road down into town, taking a moment to enjoy some of the most beautiful and exclusive homes in San Diego.

Design Trends: Pale is Pretty

Pale is Pretty: A Turn Towards Lighter Flooring

It used to be that home owners couldn’t get enough of tile floors. That gave way to darker woods, which reigned supreme for many years. Now, the new design aesthetic is pale wood.

While light floors make an excellent combination with light furniture and light walls, the contrast between dark fixtures is still striking. Dark and light together often lends a home an increased air of elegance, while still being modern. While dark woods often bring to mind the interiors of historical English manors, the combination recalls that design trend while still remaining very much in the 21st century.

Many people love the aesthetic of light floors because it can really open up a space. Light floors tend to reflect light, rather than soak it up. The appearance of so much light in the home not only makes small spaces appear larger, it also projects an air of cleanliness, simplicity, and minimalism.

Some examples of light woods are: maple, birch, white oak, ash, red oak, light pine, and hickory

(All images attributions through our Pinterest board)

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Restaurant of the Moment: Dobson’s

 Dobson’s Bar and Restaurant

956 Broadway Circle
San Diego, CA 92101
Tel: (619) 231-6771

www.dobsonsrestaurant.com

Paul Dobson with Chef Michael Davis

Dobson’s Restaurant, in the Gaslamp is the premier place for meal meetings in downtown San Diego. They are open for lunch Monday-Friday and dinner all the nights of the week. Reservations are strongly recommended. The cuisine as best described as New American, with an assortment of cultural influences.

Amy Green, real estate agent and co-owner of Coastal Premier Properties, had this to say about her experience at Dobson’s:

“It’s not often that I am downtown during the weekday, but last week I went to meet a client. I  wanted to take her out to lunch so I told her to pick the place. She said “one of my favorites is Dobson’s”.

What a treat! I had never been there, but apparently it’s been here for at least 30 years. Great décor and ambiance, made me feel like I was in an old restaurant in Chicago with the wood bar and homey feel.  When we sat down my client said, “You must order the mussel bisque, it’s famous!”

Well, I am never one to pass up on famous food so we both ordered it as an appetizer and I now see why it deserves its title.  Not only is it a rich, creamy soup with delicious flavor, it is served with puff pastry on top which the server pokes with a spoon to pour a bit of Sherry inside. Need I say more?!”

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Event in Focus: San Diego Wine Affair

Hey winos, this event’s for you!

On February 7th at 6pm, the Cabrillo Advisors Foundation will be hosting an event for wine-lovers to benefit Rady Children’s Hospital and San Diego Social Venture Partners. The event is expected to draw over 300 wine enthusiasts. More than 30 top-rated California winemakers will also be attendance, with plenty of tasting samples for guests of the event. The Estancia’s chefs will prepare delicious food to accompany this night of wine. Live entertainment will be provided by Dawn Mitschele. Silent and live auctions will contain quality items, including some very big ticket offerings.

Rady Children’s Hospital is “is the county’s only dedicated pediatric care facility and trauma center”. San Diego Social Venture Partners is an organization that invests in non-profits.

For more information and ticketing, please visit the website.

February 7th, 2013 @ 6pm

La Jolla Ballroom

The Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa

San Diego News: Inventory to Watch

San Diego News: Market Inventory

Now is an amazing time to buy a home!

If you’re thinking of selling your home, now would be a good time to do it. We’ve noticed that the market in San Diego is going through a period of rather low supply and high demand. This is amazing because sellers are able to get higher prices than they normally would for their property in some cases. And the homes on the market aren’t all luxury homes either.

What that means for sellers:

-shorter time on the market

-selling for higher prices

One home in the Carmel Valley area, listed for around 1.5 million for approximately 3,000 square feet, was pending in six days!

Your home could be next! If you’re thinking of buying or selling, give us a call. We can help.

Community Focal Point: Java Mama

Java Mama: Your Kid-Friendly Coffee House

9880 Hibert Street
Suite E3
San Diego CA 92131
858-566-6011

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(Location owned and operated by Virginia Nigro and family)

Interior

Ever wished there was someplace you could take the kids, where they’d have fun and you’d get a chance to relax and (gasp!) actually get some work done?

Enter Java Mama.

This is a coffee shop like you’ve never seen it before. Part java joint, part kid play room, Java Mama is revolutionizing the lives of busy moms and dads everywhere! With a supervised play area specifically designed for kids five and under, parents can relax, chat with friends, and sip some coffee, while their kids are allowed to roam in a space all their own. Kid-friendly classes and toys are offered, all designed to stimulate the mind and encourage kids to learn and grow. Some of the class topics include music and sign language lessons. Java Mama also offers a support group for new moms.

Play for the day or play all month. With the affordable pricing plan, you can be sure to find something that will work for you. Food, drinks, and free WiFi are provided in-house. Java Mama also offers catering, including kid-friendly fare.

Java Mama has been well-received by the San Diego community and is looking to expand to other locations. Located in beautiful Scripps Ranch, this is one coffee shop you won’t want to miss.

To get 20% off food & drink orders, just mention at the register that you saw this article on the Coastal Premier blog. It’s that easy!

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Design Trends: Grey is the New Neutral

Grey is the New Neutral

Our business gives us an insider’s view on what’s new and noteworthy in home trends, be they design or remodel motivated. This week, we’re discussing grey. And more than fifty shades of it, too.

Grey is the new neutral. Like white, cream, or taupe before it, grey is an unexpectedly neutral color. Paint the walls of your home a shade of grey for an instant update.

When you decided to paint in grey, pick out a couple different paint chips and take them home. Based on the lighting in the room and any existing furniture or cabinetry, a shade of grey you loved at Home Depot can look absolutely horrible in your space. Greys can have both cool and warm undertones. It’s important to pick the one that matches your space. The key to a home design that looks professional is continuity in the little things. A room with shades of cool and warm greys, unless that was the desired aesthetic (grey on grey on grey), isn’t going to sit well with the viewer. They might not consciously realize what’s wrong with the room, but the mismatch of undertones will certainly stick out to them as something not quite right.

(Photo attributions on our Pinterest board)

Pantone has declared emerald their color of the year. Spice up your grey space with some emerald accents, like pillows, rugs, or drapes. Emerald goes well with the cool grey palette. For warmer greys, try a deep eggplant purple or even lavender. Add a touch of yellow for extra pop.

(Photo attributions on our Pinterest board)