October 23, 2018

Five Reasons We Love This Condo at The Granada

Let’s be honest. The market is in flux and it is taking a while for buyers to realize there are gems on the market to be plucked before other buyers wake up and the fighting starts all over again. This fab two bedroom Diva Dwelling condo at the Granada is perfect. Specifically, it is perfect for those who understand having space near Alaska Junction is a stable and good investment. Transit and walkability are key indicators of the long-term financial health of a neighborhood’s housing values. And the Alaska Junction has both of these key items.  So while every other buyer is taking their sweet time re-evaluating their values in this market be the buyer that is swooping up the gems!  Let’s Go Over Why the Granada West Seattle Condo is a Gem Location, Location, Location….. and Size The Granada is perfectly situated in the heart of the Alaska Junction. You can… Read More »

October 17, 2018

Five Reasons We Love the Plaza Del Sol Condo on Capitol Hill Seattle

Surprisingly there has not been a lot of new construction of condos on Capitol Hill. Finding a condo on Capitol Hill Seattle typically has been tough. Out of the blue, we suddenly have a ton of choices. Yes, there are a lot of condos on the market suddenly in Seattle’s core neighborhoods including Capitol Hill. But which condo on Capitol Hill, Seattle is a good condo? How does a savvy Diva Dweller condo buyer choose between the many options? Our philosophy is to buy the best home you can afford in the best location. At the Plaza Del Sol not only are you a block from the light rail station but the building itself is something to behold. The Style, Layout, Views, Location, and the Health of the Building Community.   The Plaza Del Sol condo on Capitol Hill, Seattle is a true jewel in the area. Let’s dive in specifically to… Read More »

September 12, 2018

Last Chances and First Looks: Cultural Events on Capitol Hill This Weekend

With new gallery shows and exhibitions, there is a lot of visual art to see in Capitol Hill this weekend. Those are just some of the highlights, though. Check out these unique opportunities to shop, watch, and have a mystical start to your fall. The Swimmer at Northwest Film Forum Over the last month, Northwest Film Forum has presented a film series, 1968: Expressions of a Flame. Programmed by Austin McCann, the featured films have examined various aspects of resistance, activism, revolutionary movements, and the culture fifty years ago. It concludes with the 1968 film adaptation of John Cheever’s short story The Swimmer. Starring Burt Lancaster as the eponymous swimmer, the story compresses time to show one man’s decline through alcoholism—an afternoon that actually spans years. It was a prescient film for America, too, as the country’s reputation entered decline with Vietnam. Read more. Belfry Pop-Up at Creatura House Last… Read More »

September 11, 2018

Sunny Days, Cool Nights: Some of Our Faves in The Central District

There is so much to love about Seattle’s Central District: great food, important history, fun shops. Here’s an itinerary for a full day or a little outing to one of Seattle’s most beloved neighborhoods. Morning Jaunt Some of us like a light breakfast (or a fast one) to start the day. Others need something hardy to get started. Take in some fresh air first, and then get some fresh doughnuts at Raised Doughnuts. If that is too much of a sugar rush, stop by Fat’s Chicken & Waffles (a fav spot for the Diva Posse) instead for a hearty soul food brunch. You can never go wrong with fried chicken and waffles. Midmorning Reverie As the sun streams over the hills to the east, it’s a nice time to find a little inner peace. The carefully edited book selection at Unity on Union offers many guides to meditation and personal magic. If… Read More »

April 6, 2018

Woodinville Barns And The People Who Love Them

One of the biggest joys I have experienced driving to Woodinville every week is checking out all of the barns on the drive. As a former country kid, I spent a ton of my summers playing in the hayloft and creating barn forts among my family’s vintage cars parked in the barn. I have no doubt that the kids in Woodinville are probably having their own shenanigans in their various barns. The Woodinville barns are varied. Some for horses. Some for critters. Some for storage. And some for the sheer fun of having a barn. Now let’s chat about our Woodinville Homestead’s EPIC barn. Diva Dwelling Woodinville Homestead Barn Details Every time we host an open house at our Woodinville Homestead the number one question we get is about the barn. This Woodinville Barn is simply scrumptious with storage, creative space, work from home opportunity, have horses, or just safely store all of… Read More »

March 21, 2018

The Sweet Life in Woodinville: Homesteading In Style Close to Seattle

Woodinville’s rise as a hot real estate is a relatively recent development. It has been driven in part by rising prices throughout the region, but Woodinville is special. Its combination of great schools, stunning land, and urbane community is topped off with a concentration of local wineries. One can be in downtown Seattle in under an hour (and get to Redmond, Bellevue, and Kirkland even faster). And yet, one can also live an idyllic Woodinville homesteading lifestyle. Want proof? Look no further than our latest house listing in Woodinville. Here are six things we love the most about this community, this home, and how it makes it easy to slide right into the sweet life. Fresh Produce Comes Easy In This Organic Garden It’s March, which means that it’s time to start planting vegetables in the garden. (Check out this handy planting calendar for the best months to sow various veggies… Read More »

March 7, 2018

Amazing Kirkland Home – Ready to Become Your Fab Find

Moving forward…. let’s chat about our amazing new Kirkland Home to make the Diva Dwelling list. This Kirkland home is everything we Divas and Diva Dudes look in a home for our Diva Dwellers. We specifically look for a home that has great bones but just needs to the final updates. Homes that are being flipped by DIY home flippers hoping to make a quick buck on the back of desperate buyers are often lower builder grade finishes, never do the big work, and frankly, you can do what they do. Not to mention you will save the big money. Win, Win! Why This Kirkland Home? The Fabulous Formal Living Room Personally, I am a big fan of a big mid-century formal living room. It is a great place to hang out with your friends after dinner. Enjoy coffee, chocolate cake, and bubbly. Your friends can all get comfortable. Toss… Read More »

February 1, 2018

Take a Bite Out of Browns Point

Established Yard Space with Room to Grow – Literally Pulling up to our Browns Point home you see right away how cultivated and well-maintained the yard. As well as how it will benefit you come spring and summer. Hedges that now still provide some privacy from the road but will soon be a wall of green. The ample front yard space that has more plantings than grass. Less work in the front to deal with plus all the roses and other flowering plants. A sea of color erupts around this home each year, you can just see from everything waiting for the warmer weather to come. The backyard is where your mind can run wild. Featuring fruiting trees and berry plantings plus oodles of space to grow your own veggies at home. Not to mention the shed and greenhouse. Entertain with an epic croquet or badminton party, bbq or just enjoy… Read More »

January 31, 2018

Get Lively On Capitol Hill This Weekend

Start Your Day With a Fabulous Brunch Capitol Hill has always been big on brunch, but now you really can’t throw a pebble without hitting someone in line for brunch on a weekend morning. There’s a reason it’s so popular, though: We have great restaurants. And if you haven’t tried the many options on 15th Avenue, do it this weekend. One of the best spots is Coastal Kitchen, whose menu takes inspiration from a new region each season. At the moment, it’s Brittany, France, with delights such as Gallets and Croque Madames. They have classic, American-style goodies, too. For Southern fare, check out The Wandering Goose. It’s so cozy and cute. One more reason that it’s smart to make reservations well in advance no matter which spot you pick. This Gayborhood has Something for Everyone   Capitol Hill has become the epicenter for Seattle nightlife in general…but it’s still the… Read More »

November 1, 2017

The Betsy Ross – It is All About the Details

The Betsy Ross is a majestic building on 17th Ave tucked between Capitol Hill and the Central District. Rarely, does anything come on the market in the building. And to top it off our sellers have some of the most sophisticated design sense that has transformed this modest condo into a posh European style home. Let’s Discover Why Living at the Betsy Ross is Transformative It is all about the details. All of the little nooks, crannies, built-ins, and coves that make this home one of the most sophisticated finds of the year. The Kitchen This small but mighty amazing kitchen has been updated within keeping with the original character. The part that makes our heart glow is the perfect little kitchen eating nook overlooking the private patio. Not to mention the transformed ironing board hiding spot – now the keeper of fabulous stemware and Moscow Mule mugs. Imagine how wonderful your… Read More »