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Outdoor Living

Hot Homes in Denver

The Perfect Home VacationMarni Jameson, The Denver Post 6-14-07

Most Americans plan to stay home this summer insteadof going on a vacation. If you’re one of them here’s a guide to “vacationing on premises.”

Take dedicated time off and don’t feel guilty.

SSttaarrtt cclleeaann aanndd eenndd cclleeaann.. If you don’t have a housekeeper, use the money you will save stayinghome to pay someone to thoroughly clean your house. Then don’t lift a finger. When yourhome vacation is over, have the personal back to clean again.

Unplug. Turn off the cellphone, BlackBerry and laptop. Pretend you’re unreachable.

Make your home a resort. Outside, create an outdoor room with chairs oriented toward the bestview, comfy cussions and an umbrella. Move potted plants around to create outdoor walls. Add alittle music, set up a mini bar and put a paper parasol in your drink. Inside, turn your bathroom intoa spa with scented candles, nice bath salts and loofa sponges. Hire a masseuse to come to the house forthat little something extra!

Stay our late on a weeknight. If you normally don’t stay out weeknights because you have to work or school thenext day, break out and get weeknight theatre tickets, or let the kids close down the amusement park on a Tuesday.

Take day trips. Do what tourists do when they travel to Colorado. Go to the Zoo, Botanic Gardens, Denver’s beautiful ArtMuseum, a Rockies game, Pikes Peak, the Sand Dunes, Estes Park or countless other beautiful and enjoyable options.

Enjoy the fact that this summer, you’ll have no bag to pack and lug, no airport hassles, no jet lag, no reservations to book, no itineraries to plan, no hotel expense, no dog and plat sitter to hire and few but bites.

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This month’s client’s of the monthare Kevin Betz & Gary Mulder. If

they see their names here and call Kelliat (303) 322-2210 they will receive a

gift certificate for $50 from Kona Grill in Cherry Creek.

Watch for your name here in coming months.

Dear Friends & Neighbors...Although we’ve all been taught that it’s neither wise nor fair to judge a book by its cover,the truth is that’s exactly what potential homebuyers do when they catch a first glimpse ofyour home. I have seen homes that are spectacular on the inside languish on the marketbecause the owners have neglected to pay close attention to one vital aspect of their property: curb appeal.

Curb appeal is vital to any home’s chances for a successful and speedy sale, especially in a competitive market.Buyers absolutely need to be wowed by their first impression of your home…or they may never get out of the carto see what’s beyond the front door.

As homeowners, we all become accustomed to the way our home looks, including the little things that oncebothered us, but that we no longer even notice. Maybe you replaced a few broken steppingstones last spring and leftthe old ones sitting by the side of the house…and maybe they’re still there. Perhaps your front door has an area wherethe paint is peeling, and the pots of petunias at your entryway have wilted in the heat.

The best way to see your home anew is simple: Go across the street, turn around and take a good look from abuyer’s point of view. Your home should say “Welcome” at the very least and “You’re going to love me” ideally.

Here are some suggestions for creating curb appeal, from no-cost, simple steps that require nothing more thana few hours of your time to those that are more involved and more costly. When considering these ideas, keep inmind that any improvement to your home’s appearance will also enhance your enjoyment of living there and add toyour home’s value.

• Paint your front door a rich, inviting color like red, charcoal or chocolate brown. Add a new screen, newhardware and shiny new kick plates. If the bottom half of your security door is smudged with sniff marks fromyour dog, wash it until it sparkles.• Place pots of healthy, colorful flowers near your entryway and add an inviting café table and chairs or a porchswing.• Keep your lawn neatly mowed, edged, watered and free of weeds. If your lawn is beyond help, invest in newgrass seed or sod. • Trim overgrown bushes and remove any dead or sickly shrubs, trees and flowers. • Pick up toys and bikes and store them out of sight before a showing. • Hide ugly trashcans, and make sure your yard is devoid of pet waste. • Replace burned-out exterior bulbs or, if your budget allows, purchase new light fixtures for the porch andgarage. • Stain your faded deck so it looks fresh and new.• Repair any broken fencing and paint or stain the entire fence if it is fading or peeling.• Repair or replace a cracked sidewalk or driveway.In addition to these basic exterior improvements, you’ll find some fabulous ideas in this issue for transforming

your home’s outdoor space into a real showstopper. I hope you have the chance to sit back, relax and enjoy these lazydays of summer, whether outside or inside. And if you’re in the market to buy or sell a home this summer or fall,please give us a call. With interest rates on the rise, now is the time to start looking for your next dream home.

Stay cool,

Kelli Lanphere

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Colorado AmongTop 10 Fastest-GrowingEconomiesSix of the nation’s 10 fastest-growing state economies last yearwere located in the RockyMountain West. Idaho and Utahwere the leaders, with inflation-adjusted economic growth ratesabove 7 percent, more than dou-ble the U.S. average of 3.4 per-cent. Colorado’s economy man-aged to grow 4.9 percent in 2006,giving it the eighth-strongest rateof growth in the nation.(Source: U.S. Bureau of EconomicAnalysis, The Denver Post)

Denver and theSouthwest LuringPeople andCompaniesMore and more people are mov-ing to the Southwestern UnitedStates – including metropolitanDenver – for a better quality oflife, and companies are followingin their quest for an educatedworkforce. This trend will makethe Southwest the leader in U.S.population growth through theyear 2020, according to a reportby NAI Global. Denver is alreadyreaping the benefits of this popu-larity, with our commercial realestate market tightening, vacanciesdropping and rents moving up.

Next Time You Mow, Try a Green Machine

A two-stroke, gasoline-poweredlawn mower releases as manyhydrocarbons into the atmos-phere in 30 minutes as a car doesin 90 minutes. An electric moweris a greener choice that costs just$8-$10 a year to operate – or trya push mower that costs nothingmore than a little legwork.(Source: HGTV)

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How-To Videosfor Tool LoversThe DIY Network haslaunched an Internet videochannel dedicated to inno-vative devices that encour-age do-it-yourselfers to cut,hammer or drill to theirheart’s content. “DIYTools” — now available atwww.diynetwork.com/tools — allows users to access avideo library about the lat-est gizmos, how to usethem and for what proj-ects. The website breaks itscontent into seven cate-gories: hand tools, drillsand routers, hammers andsaws, finishing tools, meas-ures and levels, specialtyitems and workshop tips.Each category includes 10to 25 informational videoshighlighting how-tos andinsider tips.

Cherry Creek Featured Homes222 COOK STREEET $2,495,000 CHERRY CREEK

Magnificent New Custom Home

WWOW - Location, Location, Location! This magnificent new custom home by Devencor is located in the Heart ofCherry Creek North - close to neighborhood shopping & dining! Special features include: Amazing Floorplanboasting Unsurpassed Style & Elegance, Stunning Appointments, Gorgeous Woodwork, Extraordinary Details andBeautiful Outdoor Spaces; Grand Foyer with Natural Stone; Exquisite Formal Living Room with Gas fireplace andBuilt-ins; Elegant Formal Dining Room with French doors opening to an oversized South facing private patio (per-fect for entertaining or simply relaxing); Gourmet Irpinia Kitchen (with center island, top-of-the-line appliances,large breakfast nook with patio access, walk-in pantry and Butler's pantry) adjacent to a Welcoming Family room

with Gas fireplace and custom Media area; Luxurious MasterSuite (with vaulted ceiling, private balcony, gas fireplace,built-ins, 5 piece bath, steam shower and huge walk-in closet)plus two 2nd floor Secondary bedrooms (each with vaultedceiling, private bath & walk-in closet); Convenient 2nd floorStudy/Retreat; Fabulous Finished Basement (with EnormousEntertainment room, Wet Bar; Private Guest Suite; Theaterroom, Workout room, Custom Wine Cellar andStorage/Mechanical room); Other special features include:

Crown Molding, Art Niche; Elevator to all levels; 2main floor Powder rooms; 10 foot ceilings; SparklingHardwood floors; Convenient 2nd floor laundry room;3 car attached heated Garage with secondary access tothe basement Storage/workshop/hobby area and much,much more!

411 COOK STREET$2,999,000 CHERRY CREEK

Exquisite Details

Fabulous Floorplan

Cherry Creek Corner Lot

Irpinia Gourmet Kitchen

Elevator

Theatre Room & Wine Cellar

Fabulous finished basement

~7,700 Total sq.ft.

Light and Bright!

415 COOK STREET$2,795,000 CHERRY CREEK

Tuscan Villa in Cherry Creek

Gourmet Irpinia Kitchen

Amazing Outdoor Patio

Elevator

Entertainment Room

Theatre Room

Huge Finished Basement

~7,500 total sq.ft.

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Don’t MissThese Exciting

Home &Garden ToursCheck out these upcom-ing home and gardentours for some of the bestoutdoor-living examplesin the region:

The Parade of HomesJuly 28 - September 3Southshore in Aurora(near Aurora Reservoir)Information:www.ParadeOfHomesDenver.com or 303-778-1400

Ninth Annual Parade ofPonds August 25 & 26More than 50 ponds andwater gardens in the Southmetro area. Information:www.BRDLand scape.comor 303-660-5015

West Washington ParkHome Tour September 8Eight homes in the West Wash Park areaInformation:www.wwpna.org or 303-882-0631

Park Hill Home TourSeptember 30Seven homes in Park HillInformation: 303-355-4492

Boulder Tour of Solarand Green Built HomesSeptember 3014 homes in BoulderCountyInformation: www.conser-vationcenter.org or 303-441-3278, ext. 24

Tour of Solar HomesOctober 610 to 15 homes in DenverInformation: 303-806-5317

Featured Homes Cherry Creek & Lowry

LLight and bright, yet modern and comfortable, this fabulous home provides the perfect retreat! Special featuresinclude: Convenient main floor study with French door entrance; Gorgeous formal dining room; Gourmet kitchenwill stainless appliances, slab granite, breakfast bar, center island with cooktop and a large breakfast nook; Spaciousfamily room (open to the kitchen) boasting a flat screen TV (with wall mount bracket), gas fireplace, built-in enter-tainment area, display niches and great view of the backyard; Half bath with pedestal sink; Wonderful Master suitewith double door entry, dual walk-in closets, sitting area and a luxury 5 piece bath; Bedroom 2 with a private fullbath; Bedrooms 3 & 4, 4 piece bath; Large, open basement; Large brick paver patio (perfect for entertaining). Otherspecial features include: Wood floors; Designer paint; Ceiling fans, Main floor laundry; Attached 2 car garage withalley access and much, much more!

908 SYRACUSE STREET $718,000 LOWRY

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Cherry Creek Featured HomesFast DenverFacts• Denver-Aurora is thenation’s 26th-largest met-ropolitan area, withabout 2.4 million people.• Denver has the 10th-largest downtown districtin the nation.• The median age in met-ropolitan Denver is 33,and 66 percent of thepopulation is between 18and 65 years old.• Denver-Aurora is secondonly to Washington, DCin government presence.(Source: NAI Global)

119 JACKSON STREET $939,000 CHERRY CREEK

Sensational design with grand finishes and timeless style combine to create a fabulous retreat. Situated in desirableCherry Creek North, this stunning townhome provides the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Special fea-tures include: Fabulous circular stairway with custom iron railing; Spacious formal Dining Room; Beautiful livingroom with gas fireplace and access to the front stamped concrete patio; Amazing gourmet kitchen with all appliances(Thermador, Dacor and Bosch), slab granite, and center island with breakfast bar; Warm and welcoming Familyroom (with sliding glass doors to an oversized patio) which boasts a built-in entertainment area & gas fireplace; Westfacing study with custom built-ins; Spectacular master suite with vaulted ceilings, dual walk-in closets, and luxury5 piece bath (complete with jetted tub & travertine tile); 2nd bedroom with walk-in closet and full bath; Incrediblefinished basement with 3rd bedroom, huge Rec/Theater room, exercise room & laundry. Other features includewood floors, crown molding, 8 foot doors, and glorious outdoor patios, art niches, central A/C and much more!

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Featured Homes Hilltop & Mayfair

LLocated in desirable Hilltop - only blocks to neighborhood parks, Lowry & the Cherry Creek Shopping District,this beautifully designed home offers the convenience of townhome living + the perfect "flexible" floorplan!Impeccably maintained and inviting patio home! Open & airy yet charming & comfortable ... Special featuresinclude: Fabulous central location (close to everything); Dramatic 2-story foyer; Formal living room with bay win-dow & vaulted ceiling; Two story formal dining room, Spacious kitchen with all appliances, breakfast bar & break-fast nook; Cozy family room with gas burning fireplace opening to a private courtyard patio (perfect for entertain-ing or simply relaxing); Delightfully bright & open master suite with vaulted ceiling, large walk-in closet, 5 piecebath with soaking tub, and private access to study/bedroom; Nice size secondary bedroom; Convenient main floorlaundry/mud room; 2 Car attached Garage; Finished basement includes; Exercise Room, Spacious Recreation/Media Room, 2 secondary bedrooms, 4 piece bath, and mechanical room. Other features include; Hardwood floor-ing; Skylights, Planters ledge, Central A/C; Security System, New roof, & much more!

Free Tai ChiClasses andFitness WalksEnjoy fresh air, sunshineand the positive mentaland physical benefits of taichi amidst the beauty ofthe Denver BotanicGardens. Free tai chi class-es are held every Tuesdayfrom 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. (noclass July 3) at 1005 YorkStreet. The AARP alsosponsors free fitness walksevery Tuesday from 7:00 to9:00 a.m. For more infor-mation, visit www.botanic-gardens.org or call 720-865-3500.

Street Address orP.O. Box?

If you want to mail a letterto someone who has both astreet address and a postoffice box, you can includeeither or both — but themail will be delivered tothe address listed directlyabove the city and state.

390 SOUTH HUDSON STREET #2 $595,000 HILLTOP

CCute, cute, cute! Light and bright, yet warm and inviting,this charming home is full of character and boasts manyspecial features: Great "Central Denver" location;Wonderful, spacious living room with coved ceilings,wood burning fireplace, gleaming wood floors and customaccent lighting; Nice size dining room with wood floors;Delightful kitchen with all appliances, modern track light-ing and updated hardware; Master bedroom overlookingthe backyard with crown molding and designer paint;Updated full bath; Good size secondary bedroom withtrim detailing, designer paint and views of the backyard;Convenient study (could easily be a third bedroom) justoff the kitchen with lots of light and it's own privateentrance; Nicely renovated mudroom with track lighting,tile floors, a brand new half bath, pantry and access to thebackyard; Unfinished basement with lots of potential andmuch more!

1345 NIAGARA STREET $279,900 MAYFAIR

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Last year, when the American Institute of Architects released the results of its annual survey onhome-design trends, almost two-thirds of the architects surveyed reported an increase indemand for outdoor living spaces, including outdoor kitchens, patios and decks — a dramat-ic increase from the previous year.

The popularity of outdoor cooking and entertaining — and the creation of spaces specificallydesigned for those purposes — is huge and growing. “The home is increasingly becoming a destinationplace,” says Linda Hanford, marketing manager for Toll Brothers, a luxury homebuilder based in Arizona.According to Hanford, instead of long family getaways, many homeowners are investing more money intheir own backyards. In fact, Toll Brothers’ homes now include options for front-yard courtyards, back-yard pizza kitchens and outdoor entertainment centers. Hanford says demand is increasing for outdoorspaces that create an escape from everyday life without actually leaving home.

Backyards have become multipurpose outdoor rooms, and homeowners are styling their outdoorspaces similar to their interior ones. Let’s take a look at some trends in outdoor living that you may wantto incorporate into your own home.

An Overall Plan

Although starting from scratch with new-home construction may be the ideal way to create an outdoor oasis,you can still carve out a great outdoor “room” by approaching it a lot like you would an indoor room.

When planning your outdoor space, invest in a thoughtful and coordinated placement of decks, equipment,furnishings, accessories and plantings to create an attractive, functional whole rather than a random collection ofitems such as a fire pit here and a waterfall there. Ask yourself the following questions during the planning process:• Will the space be used for casual family dining on weekdays, for weekend parties, or both?• Will you prepare and serve your food inside or outside?• Will you use caterers that require outdoor refrigeration, ice machines and space for food storage?• Do you want to use the room year-round?• Will your design interfere with your neighbors’ space and/or privacy?

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Outdoor Kitchens

The increased demand for outdoor kitchens is a natural extensionof our passions for gardening, cooking and entertaining. No longer isthe lonely charcoal or gas grill sufficient for many homeowners. Somenow want an outdoor kitchen that is the equivalent of its indoor coun-terpart, with all the bells and whistles: fireplace, fire pit, waterfall, hottub, pop-up plasma TV, gas grill, gas oven with hood, outdoor wok,rotisserie, smoker, refrigerator, sink, icemaker, wine cooler, warmingdrawer and plenty of counter space to prep, cook and serve.

While the outdoor kitchen concept probably started in Californiawhere year-round warm weather is conducive to the outdoor lifestyle,homeowners from Vermont to Colorado seem willing to carve a paththrough the snow to be able to grill year-round. Here’s a quick surveythat will help determine whether an outdoor kitchen is right for you

(several “yes” answers indicate you’reprobably a good candidate):• You grill often or in large amountsand are looking for ways to stream-line the process.• You frequently invite guests for acookout, and everyone ends up hud-dled around you on the patio, social-izing as they watch you cook.• You have a little-used deck or patiothat you would like to incorporateinto your daily life.• You would like to move beyondburgers and steaks and cook moreelaborate dishes using the outdoorgrill.• Cooking in the summertime heatsup your house so much that the airconditioning can’t keep up.Want to know more about current

products and suggestions for outdoorkitchens? You can find an extendedarray of the latest equipment andaccessories from the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association atwww.hpba.org.

Flooring

For all-weather durability, consider deck material, brick, flagstone,concrete or granite pavers as outdoor flooring material. Stamped con-crete or cement is prone to crack more quickly due to Colorado’s shift-ing soils.

These days, you can also find fabulous outdoor floor coverings andarea rugs specially treated to be water- and stain-proof. Thanks to 21st-century technology, you can choose from a wide selection of rugs thatprovide comfort and beauty while boasting weather resistance and faderesistance in styles that complement the long-lasting fabrics used intoday’s outdoor furniture.

Outdoor Furniture

Good news: Outdoor furniture is getting a lot fancier and a lotmore comfortable. You’ll find pieces in a myriad of styles, from countrychic to sleek and modern, all made to stand up to the elements. Roomychairs and loveseats, daybeds, and stylish dining and lounge sets are justa few of the possibilities.

Today’s homeowners are experimenting with color and design foran individual look that reflects their character. Here are just a few of thecurrent trends in outdoor furniture:• Lots of chocolate browns and stark whites, as well as bright primaryshades of orange, green and blue.• Clean, streamlined shapes in uncomplicated designs that complementthe landscape.• Roomy pieces such as three-seat sofas, dining sets with six to eightpieces, and deep-seating lounging units with oversized club chairs cre-ate conversational groupings that invite lingering.

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Swimming Pools

Nothing looks as inviting on a scorching summer day as aturquoise-blue swimming pool beckoning in the back yard. Yet there aremany conflicting points of view when it comes to swimming pools andresale value. Some say that swimming pools are an out-of-date amenitythat potential buyers shy away from, while others argue that they are anecessity, especially when it comes to homes in upscale areas.

If no one in your neighborhood has a pool, chances are you won’trecoup the cost of adding one when you sell. On the other hand, whenyou add a pool to a large property in a wealthy neighborhood, chancesare good that the investment will pay off. Homebuyers in upscale neigh-borhoods often expect every amenity imaginable, so if your house does-n’t have a pool and every other home in the neighborhood does, youmight be in trouble when it comes time to sell.

The bottom line: If you want a swimming pool, buy a home witha pool for your own enjoyment, not as an investment.

Landscaping

Mature landscaping not only adds beauty to your home; it can alsoadd to your property value. A recent study indicated that trees added$9,500, or more than 18 percent, to the average sale price of a residencein a suburb of Rochester, New York. Other studies show that propertyvalues of homes with trees increase by 5 percent to 15 percent whencompared to properties without trees (depending on species, maturity,quantity and location).

In addition, a U.S. Department of Energy study reports that treesreduce noise pollution by acting as a buffer and absorbing 50 percent ofurban noise, and a Texas A&M study revealed that trees help createrelaxation and well being.

So what’s not to love about trees? Nothing, especially if you’reDenver Mayor John Hickenlooper. His plan to plant 1 million trees inthe Denver area by the year 2025 will create an influx of canopy in themetro area that will increase the amount of shade by 18 percent. Thisincreased shade will help decrease the amount of energy needed to runair conditioners and increase the amount of oxygen in the area whilereducing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the air.

As part of MayorHickenlooper’s initiative, morethan 2,400 volunteers planted7,000 trees in seven days during theweek between Earth Day andArbor Day (April 21-28, 2007).Metro-area residents are encour-aged to plant Colorado-friendlytrees that are adapted to our semi-arid climate and will not use toomuch water. Homeowners are alsoencouraged to plant trees on thesouth side of the house and toavoid power lines. For more infor-mation and a list of tree-careresources, visit www.greenprint-denver.org/trees.Extending your living space to

include the great outdoors makesperfect sense here in beautifulColorado. As always, my team canhelp you find a home that com-bines the best of all worlds — sim-ply give us a call.

Five Steps for Planning the Perfect Summer Party1. Make a schedule with deadlines for party-related shopping, housecleaning and errands…and stick to it.

2. Hire trained helpers from a local culinary school to assist with cooking prep, service and clean up.

3. Create a fun goody bag containing a list of the wines poured at your party, a CD with a copy of the music you spin, a fun wine-bottle stopper, etc.

4. Head to your local farmer’s market for quick appetizers: cheese, fresh-baked bread, dips, just-picked fruits and veggies and other goodies.

5. Take 15 minutes to relax and admire your handiwork before guests arrive!(Source: Colorado Homes & Lifestyles)

As part of Mayor Hickenlooper’s initiative, more than 2,400 volunteers planted 7,000trees in seven days during the week between Earth Day and Arbor Day.

Featured Homes Hilltop & Crestmoor Park

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Stunning hipped and gabled rooflines topped with cupolas accentuate the grandness of thisEuropean manor house. A lovely entry terrace is accessible from the library and the formaldining hall and is a treat for guests who want to take some air. A first-floor guest room is pro-vided double French doors to the rear terrace and features a full bath. The great room showsoff its artful ceiling treatment, twin sets of double French doors to the rear terrace, a stunningfireplace, and built-in cabinetry. The home's masterpieces are its gourmet kitchen and mas-ter suite. Island workspace, a walk-in pantry, adjoining breakfast bay, grilling porch, openfamily room with fireplace, and a planning office create a spectacular lifestyle hub for familyand friends. Sumptuous comforts and thoughtful design set this master suite apart. A largemain room features a private balcony, morning kitchen, and built-ins. The master sittingchamber entices with a fireplace and double-door entry. Abundant storage is provided in thewalk-in closet. The master bath features a garden tub, steam shower, and linen closet. Thesecond floor also houses three additional bedrooms and two full baths; convenient laundryfacility and loft area. The lower level continues the grand theme with 11 foot ceilings enter-ing to an enormous entertainment room complete with circular wet bar and backed with awine cellar. The home theatre creates a cozy private viewing area. The lower level also has the6th bedroom and full bath and kitchenette, laundry room, game room, billiards room, stor-age room, 1/2 bath and walk-in vault. Notable building items are, radiant heat, wood floorsand much more.

“Working Triangle” Outof Vogue in KitchensWhat’s one of the biggest kitchen design mis-takes you can make? Laying out your kitchenin the dated “working triangle” format,according to Philadelphia-based kitchendesigner Dave Stimmel, whose StimmelConsulting group has won numerous awardsfrom Kitchen & Bath Business magazine.

The “working triangle” philosophy of therefrigerator/sink/range was “developed in the1950s to sell cabinetry,” Stimmel claims. “It’snot apropos for this day and age.”

Stimmel says that in today’s large kitchens,the design that works best is “stations” — astation for clean up, a station for food storage,a station for cooking, etc. “You can’t have atriangle in a 25-by-40-foot room,” he adds.

225 SOUTH ELM STREET $2,650,000 HILLTOP

471 MAGNOLIA STREET $395,000 CRESTMOOR PARK

Couples: Take This DesignCompatibility QuizAttention all couples: Do you have a match madein design heaven…or some place hotter? Take theDesign Compatibility Quiz at www.hgtv.com tofind out!

This short quiz will help you determine whetheryour roommate is really your design soul mate orjust your housemate. Either way, you'll pick up afew tips on how to increase your design style com-patibility so you can both feel at home.

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Sensational Elegance

WOW! Open & expansive yet warm & inviting - thiswonderful home is perfect for raising a family, enter-taining friends or simply relaxing. Special featuresinclude: Beautiful living room (w/ gas fireplace, built-in shelving & 2 bay windows); Quaint dining areaopening to a fabulous covered patio & private/seclud-ed park-like yard; Plus ... Great block & location!Other special features include: Fabulous floorplan *Fun, colorful kitchen w/ breakfast nook, all appliances+ an abundance of built-in cabinets! * Spacious bed-rooms * Hardwood floors * Convenient laundry room* 2 car attached garage w/ ample storage space *Updated, newer systems * New windows * CentralA/C, Sprinkler system, Security system & much more!

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423 LOCUST STREET $1,975,000 CRESTMOOR

725 CHERRY STREET $329,000 HILLTOP

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This magnificent new home is located a short walk to desirable Crestmoor Park! Special features include: AmazingFloorplan with Unsurpassed Style & Elegance, Stunning Appointments, Gorgeous Woodwork, ExtraordinaryDetails; Exquisite Formal Living Room with gas fireplace; Elegant Formal Dining Room with butlers pantry com-plete with dishwasher, sink and wine cooler; Gourmet Kitchen (with center island, top-of-the-line appliances, largebreakfast nook, walk-in pantry) adjacent to a Dramatic Two-story great room with, circular staircase, gas fireplaceand French doors opening to a pergola covered patio and large backyard (perfect for entertaining or simply relax-ing); Luxurious Master Suite (with sitting room opening to patio, gas fireplace, 6 piece bath and two huge walk-inclosets); 2nd Ensuite (or main floor study) has its own ¾ bath and a walk-in closet + private access to the backyard;Main floor laundry and space reserved for an optional elevator; Upstairs is a huge loft overlooking the dramatic greatroom + 2 additional Ensuites each with their own full bath and walk-in closet; Other special features include:Arched doorway entries; numerous art niches; 3 car attached garage with storage/workshop area and much, muchmore!

Cute, cute, cute! Perfect for entertaining or simply relax-ing, this charming ranch boasts many special features:Inviting foyer with built-in shelving; Generous size livingroom with arched doorways, fireplace, coved ceilings, andgleaming wood floors; Spacious kitchen adjoining thedining room with all appliances, and lots of counter &cabinet space; Open dining room with wood floors,coved ceilings, and glass block detailing; 2 good size bed-rooms with wood floors; vintage full bath; Convenientstudy/hobby/storage room; Charming private backyardwith a covered patio and mature landscaping. Other spe-cial features include a brand new 2 ½ car oversizedgarage; alley access, Sprinkler system; and much more!

Featured Homes Crestmoor

FFantastic opportunity to move into prestigious Crestmoor! This beautiful brick ranch, situated on a large lot, boastsmany special features: Fabulous location (just minutes from Downtown Denver, Lowry, and the Cherry CreekShopping District); Spacious living room with arched doorways, coved ceilings, and built-in shelves; Light and brightdining room with coved ceilings; Updated kitchen with, slate backsplash, maple cabinets, all appliances and lots ofcounter space; Spacious master bedroom; 2 good size secondary bedrooms; Full bath; Sunny family room withFrench doors leading to the park like backyard and covered patio; 4th bedroom/office space; ¾ bath; Other specialfeatures include: Attached 2 car garage, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, and a beautifully manicured back-yard with mature landscaping.

12 Red Flagsfor ProspectiveHomebuyersAll previously ownedhomes need some type ofrepairs or improvements,but if a home you’re con-sidering has any of theseserious defects, you shouldbe aware of them anddetermine what it will taketo remedy the situationbefore making an offer:

1. Cracked heaterexchange

2. Failing air-conditionercompressor

3. Environmental haz-ards such as radon,water contamination,asbestos, lead paintand underground storage tanks

4. Moisture in the basement

5. Defective roofingand/or flashings

6. Insect infestation7. Mixed plumbing8. Aluminum wiring9. Horizontal foundationcracks

10. Major house settlement

11. Undersized electricalsystem

12. Chimney settling orseparation

(Source: Kathleen Kuhn, CEOand president of Housemaster, anational home inspection firm)

235 IVANHOE STREET $625,000 CRESTMOOR

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Beautiful Brick Ranch

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Paula Williams PA U L A’ S P L A C EF

SPICY GARLIC SHRIMP WITH ASPARAGUS &LEMON

I love all the ingredients in this dish! Evenfrozen 16-21 size shrimp is wonderful! Serves3-4

1lb shrimp – peeled, deveined, rinsed, andpatted dry

1 teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 lemon

6 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

4 medium garlic, thinly sliced

¾ lb. (1 bunch) asparagus, bottoms snappedoff and cut into 2 inch length

1/8 to ¼ tablespoon crushed red pepperflakes

2/3 cup low-salt chicken broth½ teaspoon cornstarch

1 package fully cooked Linguini

Sprinkle the shrimp with ¼ tsp. salt and a theblack pepper. Using a lemon zester, gentlyzest the exterior of the lemon, and thensqueeze the lemon to get 1 Tbs juice.

Put a 12 inch skillet (preferably not non-stick) over medium-high heat for 1 ½ min-utes. Add 2 Tbs of olive oil and once it’sshimmering hot, add the shrimp in a singlelayer. Cook the shrimp undisturbed until theshrimp browns nicely, about 2 minutes. Flipthe shrimp and brown the other side about 1½ minutes. Transfer to a large plate.

Reduce the heat to medium, add the remain-ing 4 Tbs oil and garlic, cook until the garlicstarts to sizzle and turn slightly brown about

30-45 seconds. Add the asparagus, lemonzest and red pepper flakes, sprinkle with ½tsp. Salt and cook, tossing often about 2-3minutes. Add the chicken broth, cover withthe lid ajar and cook until the asparagus isjust tender 1-2 minutes.

In a small dish whisk together cornstarchwith 1 Tbs water and mix in with the aspara-gus mixture and bring to boil. Add theshrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir in 1Tbs lemon juice and ¼ tsp. salt. Toss overprepared linguini and enjoy

HOMEMADE PASTA SAUCE

Marla Petrini prepared this for me years agoand the fresh taste is fabulous! When diningout at an Italian Restaurant I often try toentice the Chef to prepare theirversion…Piatti’s in Cherry Creek does a won-derful job! This is very simple and inexpen-sive - no one will mistake this for anythingbut home made. Serves 4

Entire bag of Pasta – Individual preference, Iprefer the larger noodles that will hold a thicksauce

10-12 roma tomatoes – medium chop withseeds and skin left on

1 cup rough chop fresh basil

½ cup fresh mozzarella – I chop mine ¼ inchin diameter … larger is fine for more cheesein each bite

Garlic – Marla’s rule is 1 clove per person …again an individual preference… I might becloser to 2 cloves per person - is this why noone will sit by me at dinner?

1-2 tablespoon olive oil

½ teaspoon salt

1) Boil enough water to prepare pasta, addsalt to flavor the pasta and a dash of olive oilto keep the pasta from sticking together.Cook pasta al dente and strain.

2) In same pot used for pasta heat olive oil;add garlic for just a minute, don’t over cookgarlic, it will turn bitter; add tomatoes andcook for 2-3 minutes, they should be cookedthroughout but still have structure – no babyfood; now add the basil and mozzarella, gen-tly mix a few times and add the pasta to thesauce, mix together and serve with a saladand enjoy the rest of the evening!

Bon Appetite... and..Happy Golfing thisSummer!

Summertime is my favorite time to cook! TheBarbeque, the campfire and don’t forget yourkitchen! Below are a few light pasta dishes toenjoy all year, even in the summer!

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