Barbie’s Dreamier House
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) launched a competition to design a dreamy house for Babs. A jury selected five finalists and the public has until August 1, 2011 to vote for the winner.
Oregon poised for remodeling uptick
The publishers of Remodeling Magazine compiled a list of the top 25 counties nationwide with the most potential to see an uptick in remodeling in 2011. Oregon was home to two of those counties.
Eat Dirt!
BiOWish products make use of an enzyme technology that speeds up natural bio-chemical reactions. The 100 percent natural, non-toxic mixes can be added to water and used to clean up a backyard pond without killing the fish, rev-up your compost pile, help a septic tank do its job, or wash out garbage bins to eliminate stink.
Storm window workshop
This two-day workshop at Portland’s Rebuilding Center promises to show attendees why storm window systems are so crucial to Northwest homes.
2011 Salem Art Fair and Festival
Taking place July 15-17, the Salem Art Fair & Festival features over 200 local and national artists. The fair is the perfect place to pick up some original yet affordable art for your walls.
Free remodeling seminar
Diane Plesset, author of award-winning book “The Survival Guide: Home Remodeling,” will give a free design and remodeling seminar at Chown Hardware this weekend.
Between us
We’ve christened our August/September issue “transformations” for good reason. The hot, languid days of summer evolve into the cool, crisp days of autumn during this glorious turning point in the seasons. It’s Editor Robin Doussard’s favorite time of the year.
The great cover-up
Customers come to Acanthus upholstery shop in Portland with everything from solid sofas to vague ideas. Anne Thompson helps them realize their dreams in eco-friendly fashion.
Designing home work
Independent design Studio Gorm in Eugene offers a unique collection of limited-run furniture, lamps and other household products.
Candice Olson tells all
Candice Olson doesn’t mind copycats.
