DEAR GAIL: We’re building a custom home and want to make sure we have enough room in our dining room to fit eight chairs and a buffet. What should the size of the table be and how much room do we need for the buffet? I was also told that tables shouldn’t be more than 48 inches wide. Is that true? — Ruth.
So you want to invest in fine art, but don’t know where to start?
An exhibit of showgirl costumes was one of the highlights of last week’s Passport to Glamour event at the Las Vegas Design Center at World Market Center Las Vegas.
Ken and Annette were longtime suburban dwellers, but their downtown jobs and long commutes left them longing to live in the heart of the city. They found the house of their dreams during one of their long city walks — a charming, Victorian-heritage row house. And although it needed tons of work, they bought it with an eye to moving in slowly and retiring there for good.
I’m a firm believer that there are some things in life you can — and should — cheat on. Like your diet. When the hostess brings out a chocolate souffle for dessert, I kiss my calorie counting goodbye for the evening. I also love to cheat on food prep. If I can buy a fabulous meal instead of fix one, why sweat over a hot stove?
Interior designers sometimes assume that the terms they use — especially seemingly common ones — will cause no confusion on the part of a client. It isn’t always so. Take the term “alcove,” for example. Everyone knows it refers to a cozy recess in a room — right? Wrong. Homeowners don’t all have the same image of an alcove. They may be uncertain about what exactly it involves, particularly if construction is going to be necessary.
Majolica was made in many countries, the United States, England, France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Sweden. The word majolica has two meanings to collectors. The first of the tin-glazed pottery known as majolica was made in Spain, then Italy in the 15th century. That type of pottery was popular until the 18th century. Today it can be seen in museums.
DEAR DEBBIE: I am hearing about paint with low VOCs, and saw a display at my local home show. I thought I was safe with water-based (latex) paints. What do you recommend? — Richard.
Like many young boys, Mark Erickson liked to explore his surroundings and was fascinated with the rocks he discovered. As he became a man, his fascination didn’t waiver and his adventures took him to exotic locations around the world.
Recent local housing statistics released by the Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors show a recurring pattern of more homes selling in Southern Nevada at lower prices.
The Howard Hughes Corp., developer of the master-planned community of Summerlin, received the American Trails Developer Award Nov. 17 at the National Trails Awards Banquet and Symposium in Little Rock, Ark. The award recognizes developers who establish quality, well-designed, multi-use trail systems within private developments. It is the only award of its kind in the nation.
Q: If homeowners in an association are not given proper notice of a meeting according to NRS 116, is the meeting legal? If the homeowners are not allowed to speak at this or any meeting according to NRS 116, is it actually a legal meeting? If the meeting is not legal, is any business conducted by the board at such meeting valid or null and void?
Pacific Southwest Development is introducing several new opportunities for buyers at its Tuscan Cliffs and Bluffs luxury collections in Southern Highlands. The builder is offering its buyers a wide range of options for building their luxury home.
As the holiday season approaches, several holiday-themed events are being planned by the Rhodes Ranch community association and are open exclusively to residents.
With prices starting from the $190,000s, many first-time home buyers are attracted to Pardee Homes’ Trail Ridge neighborhood, according to Regional Sales Director Rob Tuvell.
Editor’s note: Listings include the resale home’s parcel number. Occasionally, the address listed is the home buyer’s mailing address and not the actual location of the home. Check the parcel number to make sure.
The Newport Lofts high-rise neighborhood welcomed hundreds of visitors to its the 24-story luxury tower before and during its One Day Sales Event held Oct. 25.
Monterey at Las Vegas Country Club Home is having record sales according to Nancy Green, sales agent. “This is a great time for savvy home shoppers seeking an affordable new home in a resort-style country club setting to visit Monterey.
Pardee Homes’ is debuting Solamar at Vista Verde in northwestern Las Vegas, a collection of four one- and two-story floor plans that range in size from 2,491 square feet to 3,152 square feet with up to five bedrooms and four baths. Home sites will average 7,000 square feet in size and home prices start from the high $200,000s.
Blue Heron of Las Vegas is putting the finishing touches on The New American Home to be featured at the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show Jan. 20-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Bishop Gorman’s game plan in Friday’s Sunset Region final included trying to stop Palo Verde’s Torin Harris.
On more than one occasion, senior quarterback Brian Johnson has had to make a big play to preserve Utah’s undefeated season.
The fighter is a blue-collar, Guinness-guzzling, 30-year-old Englishman. The trainer is a 56-year-old from Grand Rapids, Mich., with a penchant for bling and flamboyant attire.
Defenseman Jason Dest scored his first professional regular-season goal in the first period, and the Wranglers beat the Utah Grizzlies 1-0 in an ECHL game Friday night at West Valley City, Utah.
Shamela Hampton and Erica Helms scored 16 points apiece, and the UNLV women’s basketball team improved to 3-0 with a 66-53 victory over UNR at Cox Pavilion on Friday night.
