Ever wonder what it would take to build a Sunset® Breezehome™, Glidehouse™, eco-friendly mkLotus™ home, or other fabulous prefab home by Michelle Kaufmann Designs in the San Francisco Bay Area?  If so, you won't want to miss our upcoming workshop entitled "Building a Modern & Eco-Friendly Prefab Home in Marin County"!

This contemporary home on a hill in Tiburon, California was a great buy for my clients.  This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with 2 fireplaces and 2 living areas completed their dreams.  I represented the buyers in the transaction and the sale price was $2.3 million.

I just sold this stylish 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Hamilton Park Townhome on a sunny corner lot.  Home has 2 master suites plus a den on top level, a nice patio off of the dining area for summer entertaining and an open kitchen to living space.  I represented the buyer in this transaction. ... ]]> Tue, 23 Sep 08 16:06:57 -0500 marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/yasmin-furniture-offers-special-discounts-for-marin-modern-clients-friends/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/yasmin-furniture-offers-special-discounts-for-marin-modern-clients-friends/show/ We wanted to let our visitors know that Yasmin Furniture, a boutique furniture and design store in San Rafael that specializes in modern and contemporary furnishings, has gracious extended special pricing to Marin Modern Real Estate clients and friends.
Yasmin Furniture Sale - 30% off Sale Prices! Yasmin carries a var... ]]> Mon, 22 Sep 08 15:04:34 -0500 Events + Happenings Renee Adelmann http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/renee-adelmann/marin-civic-center-lagoon-park-playground-gets-a-makeover/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/renee-adelmann/marin-civic-center-lagoon-park-playground-gets-a-makeover/show/ Families and visitors to Marin County just got another reason to visit the The Marin Civic Center in San Rafael which was designed by noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright.    Built in 1957, the Marin Civic Center has always been a popular destination for architectural enthusiasts interested in seeing... ]]> Mon, 22 Sep 08 12:10:37 -0500 marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/dixie-school-district-eichler-home/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/dixie-school-district-eichler-home/show/ If you are looking for good schools and a mid-century modern home with "good bones" and lots of potential, be sure to check out my new Eichler home listing located in San Rafael's Dixie School District.   
371 Devon Dr, San Rafael CA 94903 This Jones + Emmons designed Eichler property is located in Terra Linda Valley and offers convenient... ]]> Sat, 20 Sep 08 17:36:06 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/jonathan-jacobs-joins-marin-modern-real-estate/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/jonathan-jacobs-joins-marin-modern-real-estate/show/
Jonathan joins Marin Modern at a time of impressive double-digit sales and transaction volume growth which runs counter to the no-growth or decline that most of us have recently witnessed in the residential real estate market  (on ... ]]> Wed, 27 Aug 08 14:05:29 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/just-listed-updated-mid-century-modern-home-in-san-rafael/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/just-listed-updated-mid-century-modern-home-in-san-rafael/show/

We just listed a fabulous mid-century modern home in San Rafael which combines the best of classic mid-century modern architecture with hip and tasteful modernist updates.    Priced below $800k, this unique Alliance home should not be missed!

Light-filled 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Alliance home with an open and airy floor... ]]> Wed, 20 Aug 08 16:03:17 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/eco-friendly-financing-options-in-marin-san-francisco/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/eco-friendly-financing-options-in-marin-san-francisco/show/
Newresource Bank ]]> Tue, 19 Aug 08 17:17:46 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-modern-just-launched/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-modern-just-launched/show/
It is with great pleasure that we announce the formal launch of our new "sister site",  www.SanFranciscoModern.com.   This  new website is dedicated to fans
of modern and mid-century modern residential architecture and real estate in the city of San Francisco... ]]> Fri, 15 Aug 08 21:43:46 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mid-century-modern-alliance-home-coming-soon/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mid-century-modern-alliance-home-coming-soon/show/ If you are looking for an affordable, updated mid-century modern home in Marin County, stay tuned for more details on our new listing in San Rafael.   Located in the desirable Dixie School District, this 3 bedroom / 2 bath Alliance home features an open floor plan, walls of glass, modernist landscaping, and a number of tasteful contemporary updates throughout.
360 Hi... ]]> Wed, 13 Aug 08 23:06:54 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/huge-dwr-sale-in-san-francisco/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/huge-dwr-sale-in-san-francisco/show/ We wanted to provide our modern home audience with a helpful tip which could save you 20-80% off your home furnishings.   If you are looking for that perfect Nelson Bench, Noguchi table, Eames Lounge, Herman Miller Chair, or other classics by Knoll, Modernica, Architectural Pottery,  and others, you don't want to miss this special event! 

Design Wit... ]]> Thu, 07 Aug 08 12:07:37 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mill-valley-goes-green/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mill-valley-goes-green/show/ Mill Valley has once again stepped up its effort to promote green, sustainable living.   Several recent initiatives have been implemented which have received both local and national media attention as the town of Mill Valley encourages its employees, residents, and visitors to 'go green' in Marin County.

 

The town of Mill Valley is to be commended for their progressive approach to "going green" wh... ]]> Mon, 04 Aug 08 09:17:20 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-rated-1-county-in-california-for-raising-a-family/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-rated-1-county-in-california-for-raising-a-family/show/ Marin County has once again been nationally recognized as one of the best counties in America (and #1 in California!) for raising a family.     This achievement was recently noted in a study which appeared in this weeks Forbes Magazine entitled America's Best Places To Raise A Family.

In this recent study, researchers set out to find the most family-friendly communities and top co... ]]> Thu, 31 Jul 08 22:24:07 -0500 Marin Market Update marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-county-fair-goes-green/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-county-fair-goes-green/show/ The 63rd Marin County Fair, which will be held at the Marin Civic Center Fairgrounds (located directly across from the famous civic center designed by noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright), will feature a variety of family-friendly events... ]]> Mon, 30 Jun 08 23:45:52 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/free-energy-audit-for-marin-homeowners-request-yours-today/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/free-energy-audit-for-marin-homeowners-request-yours-today/show/ Marin County homeowners can request a no-cost energy audit of their home while also helping a Bay Area not-for-profit organization committed to youth job development.

The Berkley-based Rising Sun Energy organization is offering free home energy audits to Marin County residents thru its California Youth Energy Service (CYES) Program.    This program employs professional Energy Specialists, age 15-22, who will come to your... ]]> Mon, 30 Jun 08 08:51:52 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/first-open-house-east-bay-mid-century-modern/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/first-open-house-east-bay-mid-century-modern/show/

Don't miss the first public open house for this fabulous 4 bedroom mid-century modern, Eichler-style home located in Fremont California (East Bay) which is listed by Renee Adelmann.

Attractively priced at $668,000, this architectural home in the San Francisco East Bay should not... ]]> Fri, 27 Jun 08 23:45:33 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/david-zylinski-joins-marin-san-francisco-modern-real-estate/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/david-zylinski-joins-marin-san-francisco-modern-real-estate/show/ We are pleased to announce that David Zylinski, a Bay Area native and 16-year veteran in the San Francisco real estate industry, has joined Marin Modern Real Estate.

David joins our team during of period of exciting double-digit growth (for both transaction volume and sales volume) which is something we are extremely proud of, especially in light of the overall softening of the residen... ]]> Fri, 27 Jun 08 22:24:15 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-feature-keyword-search-marin-mls-listings/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-feature-keyword-search-marin-mls-listings/show/ We just added a cool new feature to the Marin Modern website which enables users to search current active listings in Marin County utilizing "Keywords".  This new feature expands on our current search capabilities which includes the ability to find homes for sale in Marin County based on town, street address, MLS #, and map-based search criteria..   

]]> Sun, 22 Jun 08 16:46:56 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/east-bay-modern-coming-soon/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/east-bay-modern-coming-soon/show/

Enthusiasts of mid-century modern residential architecture in the San Francisco Bay Area should not miss our new listing in the East Bay.     Located in Fremont California and providing convenient access to Silicon Valley, South Bay, East Bay, and San Francisco, this home serves as an amazing example of the mid-century modern design aesthetic with ta... ]]> Tue, 10 Jun 08 09:21:23 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/national-building-museum-article-on-selling-modernism/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/national-building-museum-article-on-selling-modernism/show/ We recently participated in a wonderful panel discussion on selling architectural real estate which resulted in an article that just appeared in Blueprints Magazine, a quarterly publication of the National Building Museum.

The article was the result of interviews with top real estate agents for modern homes throughout the country, including:

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 08 01:44:04 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-art-deco-modernism-show/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-art-deco-modernism-show/show/
Weekend By-The-Bay Modernism Exhibition

This San Francisco event attracts art deco, streamline moderne, and mid-century modern enthusiasts from around the United States.     On hand will be over 200 exhibitors showcasing the finest collectibles, furnit... ]]> Thu, 29 May 08 11:01:09 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-home-improvement-expo-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-home-improvement-expo-/show/ Do-it-yourselfer's or anyone else looking for ideas for rennovating or updating their home in Marin County should attend the upcoming Marin County Home Show slated for June 7 - June 8, 2008.

More than 350 home and garden vendor and displays are expected at this years home improvement expo.    This is wonderful event for all of your home projects, whether you are interested in a remodel, restoration, updating,... ]]> Sun, 25 May 08 09:43:47 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/bay-area-mid-century-modern-architecture-art-show-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/bay-area-mid-century-modern-architecture-art-show-/show/ San Francisco Bay Area Modernist should not miss the “Birth of Cool” show which is currently being held at the Oakland Museum of California.           This Bay Area event is a must see for those fans of everything mid-century modern!  

Whether you have a passion for mid-century designs by Ray & Charles Eames, Verner Panton, Harry Bertoia, Hans Wegner, or are a fan of residential a... ]]> Fri, 23 May 08 13:42:58 -0500 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/924-greenhill-in-mill-valley-just-listed/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/924-greenhill-in-mill-valley-just-listed/show/ We are pleased to present our latest mid-century modern listing in Marin County! Built in 1949,  this wonderful single-family home has a number of tasteful updates that make this conveniently located (yet private) Mill Valley home a must-see for Marin home buyers!

9... ]]> Tue, 20 May 08 18:26:19 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/144-richardson-drive-in-mill-valley-first-open-this-sunday/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/144-richardson-drive-in-mill-valley-first-open-this-sunday/show/


Contemporary Mill Valley Home Light-filled 3 Bedr... ]]> Thu, 24 Apr 08 23:26:19 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/going-solar-in-marin/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/going-solar-in-marin/show/ Mon, 21 Apr 08 11:28:01 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/coming-soon-mill-valley-charmer-on-spacious-lot/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/coming-soon-mill-valley-charmer-on-spacious-lot/show/

Don't miss out on our  new listing in Mill Valley that will be hitting the market within the next several days.    Listed by Renee Adelmann of Marin Modern Real Estate, this very special property in the Strawberry Neighborhood will be the perfect fit for anyone looking for a charming and conveniently located home in one of Marin's m... ]]> Fri, 18 Apr 08 14:34:48 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-farmers-market-slated-for-downtown-ross/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-farmers-market-slated-for-downtown-ross/show/ Mon, 14 Apr 08 20:07:38 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/e-waste-disposal-in-marin-free/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/e-waste-disposal-in-marin-free/show/
If so, look no further than the upcoming E-Waste Recycling Event in Marin.      The Marin Sustainability Team is sponsoring this special event which will enable you to safely dispose of your E-waste which is ... ]]> Thu, 03 Apr 08 09:12:36 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/novato-company-offers-online-blueprints-for-your-marin-dream-house/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/novato-company-offers-online-blueprints-for-your-marin-dream-house/show/ The notion of building your Marin County dream house has become more interesting thanks to a website that delivers traditional home design in a high tech way.  While purchasing stock house plans is an idea that has been around for a long time, and thousands of plans are available on the Internet, a local business operating out of Novato intrigues me.  

Houseplans.com offers blueprints representing just about every architectural style, but what is reall... ]]> Thu, 27 Mar 08 09:52:32 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/1-laurel-glen-terrace-in-san-rafael-new-listing-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/1-laurel-glen-terrace-in-san-rafael-new-listing-/show/

We have a new listing that will be hitting the market this week which is a must-see for anyone looking for an extremely spacious (2,728 sq ft),  contemporary single-family home with views in San Rafael.

Built in 1992, this light-enveloped home has an open and airy floorplan which include... ]]> Sat, 22 Mar 08 08:15:42 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/a-guide-for-green-living/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/a-guide-for-green-living/show/ Sun, 16 Mar 08 17:27:40 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/just-listed-191-crest-rd-green-point-modern/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/just-listed-191-crest-rd-green-point-modern/show/  

We are pleased to present our new listing at 191 Crest Road, a modern and eco-friendly home situated on a fabulous 1+acre lot with amazing views of Mount Tamalpias, valleys and wooded hills.   This is the perfect home for anyone looking to live modern in Marin!

A virtual tour of this new 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath listi... ]]> Tue, 11 Mar 08 11:19:12 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-real-estate-expands-sales-team-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-real-estate-expands-sales-team-/show/ We are pleased to announcee the addition of Sandi Bowman and Erika Davito to the Marin Modern Real Estate sales team.

Veterans of the San Francisco Bay Area real estate market, both agents come to Marin Modern Real Estate from other local brokerage firms.   Sandi Bowman is a licensed REALTOR® and Bay Area n... ]]> Mon, 10 Mar 08 18:34:11 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/191-crest-road-novato-modern-coming-soon/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/191-crest-road-novato-modern-coming-soon/show/ If you've been holding out for an upscale, modern and hip home in Marin, I've got some good news for you!

I just listed a fantastic 4 BR / 3.5 BA home in the North Bay which feels like wine country living in Marin County.   This wonderful 3,000+ square foot home features views of Mt. Tam, West Marin and more.   

191 Crest Roa... ]]> Fri, 22 Feb 08 18:14:08 -0600 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/upgrades-scheduled-for-marin-civic-center-northgate-mall-in-san-rafael/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/upgrades-scheduled-for-marin-civic-center-northgate-mall-in-san-rafael/show/

A good thing just keeps getting better -- in San Rafael at least.  The Marin Civic Center is about to undergo renovation and first on the agenda is a revamped Farmers Market.  Currently located in a parking lot, this popular event will find a permanent home in a new structure designed to accommodate vendors both i... ]]> Mon, 11 Feb 08 15:46:38 -0600 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/renee-adelmann-named-eichler-network-realtor-for-both-san-francisco-marin/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/renee-adelmann-named-eichler-network-realtor-for-both-san-francisco-marin/show/

Renee Adelmann of Marin Modern Real Estate has been designated as a preferred San Francisco agent by the Eichler Network.  This is the second time Renee has received such distinction.  Previously Renee was the first new realtor in 14 years to be selected as a preferred Eichler homes real estate agent in Marin ... ]]> Tue, 15 Jan 08 22:51:28 -0600 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-center-for-architecture-and-design-event-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/san-francisco-center-for-architecture-and-design-event-/show/ Showcasing the best of Bay Area design, the San Francisco Winter Market:  World View is the design extravaganza of the year.  With entries from the American Institute of Architects, landscape architects, and interior designers, this is one of the top design trade events in the country.

Small Firms, Great Projects Exhibition
One venue provides the opportunity to see the diversity of residential design and architecture available ... ]]> Sun, 13 Jan 08 17:30:23 -0600 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-opens-office-in-san-rafael-ca-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-opens-office-in-san-rafael-ca-/show/ Marin Modern Real Estate, an independent  residential real estate brokerage and leading authority on modern and mid-century modern homes in Marin and San Francisco County, announced the opening of a new office in San Rafael, California.   

Founded by a top-producing REALTOR® formerly with Keller Williams Realty, Marin Modern Real Estate assists buyers and sellers of residential prope... ]]> Wed, 09 Jan 08 11:02:23 -0600 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-county-ranks-high-in-statewide-study/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-county-ranks-high-in-statewide-study/show/ Children Now, a bipartisan, nationally recognized children's advocacy group, just released its newest report on the health and education status of California's children.  Not surprisingly, Marin County ranks #1 overall, maintaining the distinction of being 'tops' when it comes to the overall health and well being of Marin families and children.  In the 2008 State of the State's Children report, Marin County is recognized as the number 1 county in California ]]> Thu, 03 Jan 08 18:32:04 -0600 Marin Schools + Education marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/happy-holidays-from-marin-modern-real-estate/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/happy-holidays-from-marin-modern-real-estate/show/
We wanted to wish everyone the best for the holidays and the new year.  2007 has been a great year for Marin Modern Real Estate despite a generally soft and slowing real estate market both nationwide as well as locally in the Bay Area.

Our clients and friends have played a tremendous role in our... ]]> Wed, 19 Dec 07 15:03:53 -0600 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mid-century-view-home-in-san-rafael-just-listed/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/mid-century-view-home-in-san-rafael-just-listed/show/ If you are seeking a view home in Marin County, it doesn't get much better than my new listing at 77 Upper Fremont Drive in San Rafael.  This mid-century property features breathtaking, spansive view of the Bay, Bridge, Mount Tamalpais and more.

Built in 1953, this 2,449 sq ft mid-century home sits on a spacious 14,600 sq ft ... ]]> Tue, 04 Dec 07 00:19:30 -0600 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/modernism-show-deco-architectural-tour-hits-san-francisco/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/modernism-show-deco-architectural-tour-hits-san-francisco/show/
This event features over 200 exhibitors that specialize in all things art deco, modern, streamline moderne, art nouveau, vintage western and mid-century modern.     Attendees will have an opportunity to browse and purchase a variety of items including furniture, art, pottery, jewelry, pottery, bo... ]]> Thu, 29 Nov 07 09:29:05 -0600 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/atomic-ranch-magazine-gives-us-props/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/atomic-ranch-magazine-gives-us-props/show/ Sun, 25 Nov 07 16:12:00 -0600 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/managed-growth-in-marin/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/managed-growth-in-marin/show/
Seven years in the making, this plan is not without controversy. While environmentalists applaud... ]]> Sat, 10 Nov 07 19:51:42 -0600 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/are-you-overpaying-your-property-taxes/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/are-you-overpaying-your-property-taxes/show/ How do I apply for the H... ]]> Sat, 03 Nov 07 14:22:38 -0500 Marin Market Update marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-home-price-reductions-abound-advice-for-sellers/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-home-price-reductions-abound-advice-for-sellers/show/
Month to date, there have been a total ... ]]> Mon, 29 Oct 07 00:59:59 -0500 Marin Market Update marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-preschool-fair/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-preschool-fair/show/
The Marin Child Care Council will be hosting a Marin Preschool Fair on Wednesday, November 7, 2007.    During this event, parents and children will have an opportunity to learn about pre... ]]> Fri, 26 Oct 07 15:52:00 -0500 Events + Happenings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/alaska-airlines-goes-mid-century-modern/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/alaska-airlines-goes-mid-century-modern/show/ Recently I was interviewed for a piece on mid-century modern homes, and I’m excited to say that you can find the article in the October issue of Alaska Airlines Magazine and Horizons Air Magazine. The article, titled Retro Renaissance – The mid-century modern home is back in style, gives a brief, but comprehensive overview of the modern movement and discusses communities that feature these very special homes, including some of those found here in... ]]> Mon, 08 Oct 07 20:25:06 -0500 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-mid-century-listing-for-san-franciso-home-shoppers/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-mid-century-listing-for-san-franciso-home-shoppers/show/ I just listed a move-in ready, mid-century home located in the Midtown Terrace neighborhood of San Francisco.      This is a great, updated home in a wonderful location close to transportation, shopping and more!    

     ]]> Sat, 29 Sep 07 22:45:03 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/september-update-state-of-the-market-for-marin-real-estate-/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/september-update-state-of-the-market-for-marin-real-estate-/show/
Yes, the market has slowed down but is still strong, especially when compared to other areas of the country or even other counties in the Bay Area.   In general tho... ]]> Tue, 25 Sep 07 13:47:51 -0500 Marin Market Update marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/recycling-your-electronics-e-waste-in-marin-county-free/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/recycling-your-electronics-e-waste-in-marin-county-free/show/ The Marin County Sustainability Team is hosting a free e-waste recycling event this weekend at the Marin County Fairgrounds.   This back-to-school, electronics recycling event is a great opportunity to safely and efficiently dispose of any unused electronics you may have at no cost.

Since e-waste is no longer accepted for disposal at the landfill and can be costly to recycle, this is a chance to rid yourself of electronics that you may no longer ... ]]> Tue, 11 Sep 07 11:22:00 -0500 Green Living in Marin marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/thomas-churchs-donnell-garden-tour-lecture-event-in-sonoma/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/thomas-churchs-donnell-garden-tour-lecture-event-in-sonoma/show/ Modern landscape design buffs should mark their calendars for the Thomas Church event in Sonoma which is scheduled for this Thursday, September 6, 2007 from 2-8pm.  

This special event honoring the father of modern, California Style landscape architecture will include a series of lectures followed by a tour of the Donnel Gardens  in Sonoma which Thomas Church designed in 1948.

Speakers and panel members for this unique event include:

I wanted to let everyone know that 1217 Waterview Drive, my new modern listing in Mill Valley, will be hitting the market early next week.    The showing schedule for this unique architectural home is as follows:

I just listed a fabulous designer home in Mill Valley which is currently being prepared for sale.     This streamline modern home in one of the ... ]]> Wed, 08 Aug 07 23:00:26 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/42-modernist-homes-currently-on-the-market-in-marin/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/42-modernist-homes-currently-on-the-market-in-marin/show/ The inventory of homes for sale in Marin has been slow the last several weeks however there are a number of noteworthy modern and mid-century modern properties that are currently on the market.

Earlier today, I sent subscribers to my modern home listing alerts a list of 42 modern or architecturally unique properties currently on the market in Marin County.   Within this list, t... ]]> Wed, 01 Aug 07 23:29:32 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-eichler-listing-in-marin-county-just-listed/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/new-eichler-listing-in-marin-county-just-listed/show/

I just listed a completely original Eichler Home in Lower Lucas Valley / Marinwood.      If you are a mid-century modern fan looking for an affordable Marin Eichler home with original details intact, this could be the home for you!

Asking price is $790,000.  This ... ]]> Fri, 27 Jul 07 21:46:37 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-public-schools-ranked-number-1-by-forbes-magazine/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-public-schools-ranked-number-1-by-forbes-magazine/show/ "Excellent Public Schools" is a frequently cited reason why our clients and other Bay Area home buyers gravitate to Marin County.    Forbes Magazine agrees and recently rated Marin County Public Schools #1 in the nation!

In this months issue of Forbes Magazine, Marin County public schools were ranked number one in the United States.   The scoring and ranking of public schools by Forbes Magazine was based ... ]]> Sun, 15 Jul 07 16:34:35 -0500 Marin Schools + Education marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/days-on-market-home-search-in-marin-june-2007-marin-real-estate/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/days-on-market-home-search-in-marin-june-2007-marin-real-estate/show/ Home buyers frequently ask us "How long has this home been on the market?"  This is a very popular question with anyone purchasing a home in the Bay Area since it can provide a general gauge as to the possible interest level of buyers for a particular property.  Additionally, it can sometimes be utilized as a barometer for potential price reductions by home sellers.   

Traditionally the answer to this "Days on Mar... ]]> Sat, 07 Jul 07 15:53:00 -0500 Marin Modern News marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/eichler-home-tour-in-marin/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/eichler-home-tour-in-marin/show/

Midcentury home connoisseurs should not miss this years Eichler Home Tour in Marin County which will feature classic Joseph Eichler properties throughout San Rafael, California.   

The 2007 Eichler Tour will take place over 2 days and is expected to feature approximately 2-dozen ]]> Sat, 30 Jun 07 16:34:58 -0500 Eichler Homes marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-architectural-homes-for-sale-as-of-620/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-architectural-homes-for-sale-as-of-620/show/
If you are casually working with someone on your home search (or interviewing real estate agents), I give you one assignment....ask your current or potential agent to send you a comprehensive list of all of the modern or architectural properties on the market in Marin.    Do they get it? If not, please contact me at ]]> Wed, 20 Jun 07 10:31:21 -0500 Architectural Homes+Listings marinmodern http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-20-the-official-launch/show/ http://www.marinmodern.com/blog/marinmodern/marin-modern-20-the-official-launch/show/
Well, after many months of research and hard work, I am happy to present you with the new Marin Modern website. Please be sure to cruise through the website thoroughly and let us know if there is an architect or home that you think would make a good addition to the modern pages. New architects and homes are always popping up and ... ]]> Mon, 18 Jun 07 19:56:50 -0500 Events + Happenings