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Favorite Spots Regaled at Hanchett Park Home Tour

Monday, June 8th, 2009

Perhaps this woman on the Hanchett Park Home Tour summed it up best when she said, “It’s such a surprise to see all these gems all around.” The little known San Jose neighborhood opened five historic homes, from California Craftsmen to an Italian Revival in late May. Listen to what they liked best and check out photos of these unique homes. Also, stayed tuned to Lookiloos over the next few weeks as we profile each home in greater depth, with stories and photo shoots of great architectural detailing, interior decor, and intimate and grand gardens. Lookiloos had early access to one of the tour’s grandest homes. Here’s the story: Italian Revival Like Hollywood Movie Set

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Willow Glen Home Tourists Name Their Favorite Spaces

Saturday, May 16th, 2009

Was it the courtyard in the back with the fountain or fireplace? Maybe the wine cellar with the leather stools. Perhaps it was the glamorous 1930s-style master bedroom, or the original yellow tile in the Spanish bungalow. No matter what, everyone who attended the Willow Glen Home Tour in early May had something to talk about. Take a listen as lookiloos like us talk about their favorite spaces.

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Jill’s Living Room

Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Jill Arnone of San Jose talks about her art-filled living room. A nonprofit communications consultant and former City of San Jose Arts Commissioner, she shares her secrets on collecting local art and mixing both antiques and contemporary pieces throughout her home. Visit some of her favorite galleries, MACLA, Works Gallery and the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art.

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Palo Alto Patio

Saturday, January 17th, 2009

Originally a Jersey Girl, Jill Asher, Co-Founder of Silicon Valley Moms Blog, opens up her Palo Alto patio to Lookiloos. She shares her secrets about creating her version of California indoor/outdoor living and an estate sale find that inspired it all.

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Posted in Garden, Landscape, My Favorite Space, Sheila | 6 Comments »

Former Artist Studio

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Joyce Hoffspiegel talks about her favorite space in her Andalusian Spanish Style Home in Palo Alto, CA. As a serial home restorer, she knows a house with “good bones” when she sees it. In this Lookiloos’ video, she talks about renovating this exquisite home and the details that make it perfect for hosting a huge party or a cozy evening for entertaining close friends.

Posted in Architecture, Dining Room, Family Room, My Favorite Space, Palo Alto, Sheila | 1 Comment »

Autumn in the Rose Garden Homes Tour

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Was it the cubbies for the tea pots in the kitchen, or the red chair in the living room? Maybe the salt water pool was the coolest. Or perhaps it was the secret staircase or the mysterious chapel. Guests at the Oct. 18-19 home tour sponsored by St. Martin of Tours school in San Jose tell you their favorite things.

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Karen’s Spanish Revival

Saturday, September 13th, 2008

Karen McMillan invites us into her favorite space. A Living Room that has kept to its true Spanish Revival heritage.

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Desiree’s 1938 Living Room

Saturday, August 23rd, 2008

A lot of Desiree’s life happens in her living room. This is her favorite space.

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Julia’s Screened Porch

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

As co-founder of Lookiloos, Julia describes her ultimate entertaining area – her screened porch.

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-- Desiree, Julia and Sheila - Silicon Valley

My Favorite Space features short videos of a local homeowner's favorite space, for example, an intimate garden or home office.

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I had brunch with a friend a while back at the California Cafe in Los Gatos. Had the best crab melt ever! I’ve re-created them for my family. And everyone—well, almost everyone loves them. I only changed the bread California Cafe’s version uses brioche. I use sweet french bread. I’ve even used this recipe as [...]

Small Bathroom Remodel: We Need Help!

Ever since my husband took the sledgehammer to the shower eight years ago, the rest of the master bathroom has, like an unhappy housewife, “let herself go.” It’s time for a makeover. We need your ideas!

Kids Room Remodel Starts with Paint

We did it finally – we rearranged our tiny 2 bedroom house + office into a 3 bedroom home. Yes, that means the kids have their own rooms and I lost the extra office. Well actually, my husband lost his office and I gained a roomie in my garage office. Grrr… It was time. My [...]

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Love this Saratoga dream home!

I was packing my bags when I realized, I didn’t have enough $$$ in my check book. This Saratoga dream is perfect for California entertaining. Kitchen, dining and family rooms are open to each other. The french doors on either side open to the front or back of the home. Love those draperies in the [...]

This Los Altos home was quite simply perfect. I’m a sucker for crown molding and substantial baseboards. I love the way they frame a room. The living and dining room draperies reminded me of elegant ballgowns. But this home felt warm and relaxed not stuffy. The kitchen is spectacular and opens to a great family [...]

Just Listed: Saratoga Dreamin'

As I wound my way up to the top of Bohlman Road, I have to admit my stomach was filled with butterflies. No the drive wasn’t sending my tummy into aerobatics, but the anticipation of what this home was going to look like. I mean 10 acres in the Saratoga Hills. What was this gonna [...]

Ok, I admit it—I’m a city girl. I love the outdoors. It’s just after a day hiking all I want is a really hot shower and a comfy bed when it’s all said and done. Well, this city girl was ready to trade her heels in for cowboy boots this past week. I do own [...]

Can you believe the views??? Nestled at the top of Loma Prieta this home has the most wonderful views. Usually, up in the Los Gatos hills you find yourself in deep shade most of the day—not here. You will find plenty of sunshine and to sweeten the deal lots of flat usable land! You can [...]

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