Everyone loves a great before and after story. Here’s a quick look at a local Idaho couple, Brian & Lisa living the dream and remodeling great mid-century homes throughout Boise and The Treasure Valley and giving them a new, modern look all while keeping their mid-century charm.
This creative duo takes their combination of construction experience, design knowledge and well, great taste and create masterpieces that sell in record times to happy new home owners all over The Valley.
Here’s a look at one of their most recent projects in Meridian that received a lot of attention once it hit the market and sold in record time. They managed to keep the flow and charm of the 1970s ranch-style home while bringing in highly desirable updates such as an open kitchen with island/bar, a luxurious master bath, a suite and plenty of modern touches throughout.
Quickly becoming one of Boise’s most sought after neighborhoods, Hillcrest is located in Boise’s Central/South Bench area and is next to the Hillcrest Country Club. Known for it’s tree-lined streets, tucked away in the South part of the Central Bench with charming mid-century homes and beautiful views of the Owyhee Mountains. If you’d like to know more about one of my favorite neighborhoods in Boise please let me know.
If you’re new to Boise and have a pet, check out the well-loved store by pet owners throughout the Treasure Valley, Bark N Purr. Boise’s favorite pet store is a culinary hotspot for your furry friends. A healthy choice in Boise that offers holistic and hyper-allergenic food for dogs and cats. They also carry gourmet, fun treats and toys for your pets from local businesses around Idaho.
Don’t forget the iClean Dog Wash. A self-service dog wash that is not only easy to use, dog friendly, and only $10. It’s a great way to wash, groom and dry your dog for a great price and not get soaked in the meantime. The staff is knowledgeable, kind, and loves furry friends. It’s a great place to bring a pet to socialize and learn how to behave in public.
Bark N Purr is located in the Vista Village Shopping Center in the Boise Bench and is one of the great, local businesses here in Boise and believes in offering quality products and that genuine Boise, kind type of service that Idaho is known for. Come check it out and let us know what you think.
This episode takes a peek at the history behind the historic Edward’s Greenhouse located in Northwest Boise. A family-owned, geothermally heated paradise with some of the most incredible plants, flowers, and staff in all of The Treasure Valley. THE LOCALS love and recommend Edwards Greenhouse, so if you’re new to Boise and want to shop for your garden like the locals do you need to watch and see what you have been missing.
One of our favorite things about Boise, when we moved here, were the incredible yards and gardens as we drove around. Flowers that change and bloom on a weekly basis make spring and summer a very exciting time here. After buying our home we immediately started working on our own little paradise. All the locals we spoke to recommended Edward’s Greenhouse for the best flowers, plants and vegetables. Also, just an amazing place to spend the day and relax with a park-like setting, a garden gazebo, and picnic area and live music one evening a month. Such a gem and a must for any of those moving to the area or who have just recently arrived.
Follow Real Estate and Relocation Specialist for Boise and The Treasure Valley, Jennifer Louis as she takes you on a tour of local businesses throughout the area. For more information on Boise Real Estate and The Treasure Valley please contact: www.welcometoboiseandbeyond.com or jennlouis@welcometoboiseandbeyond.com
The Linen District – Boise’s Hippest Neighborhoods
Did you just move to Boise and are invited to a fabulous costume party? Well, that happened to us when we moved here. Not knowing where to find a wig and silk gloves last minute we headed downtown and discovered the hip, Boise Linen District and happened to land on a fabulous boutique called Crazy Neighbor. This boutique offers a unique blend of eclectic accessories, haberdashery, wigs, makeup, and costumes.
If the unique items, ambiance, and great service aren’t enough the history is pretty incredible. Created and owned by Star Moxley, a renowned costume designer for Boise’s Shakespeare Festival. Moxley owned a successful costume shop in Boise for years and years. After selling it she created Crazy Neighbor to bring a unique twist to the theatre to Boise, not to mention the very much needed men’s accessories. Hats, socks, ties just to name a few are some of the fabulous men’s items you can find here. Women can also find hats, wigs, scarves, sunglasses, jewelry, and more in this fun boutique.
If you haven’t had a chance to check out Boise’s Linen District come by and don’t miss it. There’s not only great shopping but great restaurants and cafes as well. For example one of my favorites, Big City Coffee for a hearty, homecooked breakfast or pastry with delicious coffee. Don’t forget The Modern, hotel and bar, a fantastic spot for a night out with friends. Another great spot in the Linen District, is Rhodes Skate Park, a one-of-a-kind, skate park for kids, teens and adults.
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Jennifer Louis, Boise Area Real Estate Expert is a relocation specialist for Boise and the Treasure Valley. Helping hundreds succeed in finding their perfect home while simultaneously assisting homeowners to prepare and sell their homes.
Jennifer Louis, Boise Area Real Estate Expert is a relocation specialist for Boise and the Treasure Valley. Helping hundreds succeed in finding their perfect home while simultaneously assisting homeowners to prepare and sell their homes. 