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Oakland Magazine (July 2014)

Oakland Magazine (July 2014)

SCD in Oakland Magazine: how to prettify your stoop

Sarah Coombs July 15, 2014

From my article in the latest issue of Oakland Magazine:

As we roll into summer here in the East Bay, one thing is certain: We’ll all be spending lots of time outdoors. That makes this the perfect time to update your home’s exterior. No need to undertake a major renovation, though. Just concentrate your efforts on the entrance. A few quick changes there are enough to make the whole place feel refreshed.

"And what may those quick changes be?" you ask. Read on to find out!

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In Press, The Low Down Tags entry, door, house numbers
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House numbers, Brooklyn style

Sarah Coombs May 21, 2013

Here in brownstone Brooklyn, nearly all of the buildings are over a hundred years old, and many of them have some pretty remarkable house numbers. Some are etched into the sides of the buildings. Others use tiles attached to the steps. And many were hand painted on door glass decades ago. Following are some of my favorites.

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In Inspiration, Out + About Tags Brooklyn, brownstone, house numbers

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