Bruce Owen Realtor, Coldwell Banker San Francisco

02/20/2019

Bathrooms come in second to kitchens as places where considerable attention is given to layouts and finishes, and size doesn’t limit the quality of their design. Learning a few key dimensions and common fixture sizes — and understanding that a compact space can work to your advantage — will inspire you...

02/15/2019

As we move deeper into January, don’t get discouraged if you’ve slipped on your New Year’s resolutions to eat more healthfully or lose weight. Instead, make reaching those goals easier to accomplish by getting the right cooking and dining setup to form new habits. There are many things you can do in...

02/13/2019

When your arms are sore from shoveling show, it's only natural to fantasize about migrating south for the winter.

02/08/2019

One of the first steps you’ll want to take when planning a landscape redesign is to identify — or clarify — your landscape design style. There are many styles to choose from, and you’ll want to choose what appeals to you and also suits your site and climate. To get started, browse and save landscape...

Before starting a landscape renovation, take the time to determine which garden style suits your taste and site

02/06/2019

CNBC's Robert Frank interviews Gil Dezer, the president of Dezer Development, about the state of the luxury real estate industry.

02/01/2019

A deck is a backyard staple, providing a versatile floor to an outdoor room and a blank slate for design inspiration. If you have an outdoor deck or are thinking about adding one to your yard, take a look at these 10 designs that build on that classic backyard staple. Each of these decks offers...

Sunken seating, creative curves, clever railing ideas and more elevate these deck designs

01/30/2019

Chinese consumers have been the top foreign buyers in both units and dollar volume of residential housing for six years straight.

01/25/2019

With a new year comes a new opportunity to leave past stresses behind and start fresh. And for homeowners who are resolving to bring more peace and tranquility into their hectic lives, experts say an at-home space dedicated to meditation or relaxation can work wonders.

Design pros weigh in on the essential elements of a home meditation space to get your year off to a Zen start

01/16/2019

There's something about San Antonio — and Austin and Houston. Seniors in these three Texas cities account have the highest median debt balances, excluding mortgages.

01/02/2019

Thinking about buying? Be sure to include these five items in your calculations.