August Real Estate 🌸 Local News 🌴 Lifestyle Tips 🌷

Nili Hudson

2 years ago

Hello August!

August, a month synonymous with warmth, adventure, and a vibrant energy, has arrived with its unique charm and allure. As the sun-soaked days stretch on, August offers us the perfect opportunity to slow down, bask in the warmth, and appreciate the simple pleasures that life has to offer us. As always, we have curated a collection of recommended reads, thought-provoking articles, and noteworthy resources to expand your knowledge ands stimulate your curiosity.

Happy reading!

Real Estate in the News

Selling Your House? Check Your Feelings at the Door

Selling your home can be a very emotional decision because this is where many milestones in your life occurred. Perhaps it was your very first home, or the first home you bought with your significant other. And if you’ve lovingly and painstakingly made renovations and upgrades, the home may hold even more significance. However, when you decide to put your home on the market, it’s best to keep your feelings in check.

Courtesy of Forbes

Local Happenings

AUG 4 – OCT 4, 2023

5PM, 7:15PM, AND 9:30PM

SEATINGS DAILY

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Beverly Hills Pop-Up

The Michelin-starred, 17-course nigiri tasting menu from award-winning Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee can be enjoyed at the legendary Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel in a limited-time pop-up in a modern and sophisticated, dimly lit dining room, with sweeping views of Beverly Hills..

Make Reservations HERE

AUG 5 – 6, 2023

Garden Concerts for Kids: Renee & Jeremy

“Renee & Jeremy are known for their hush indie-folk originals and covers that transform classic songs into quiet mantras. Renee Stahl and Jeremy Toback (also the original bassist of cult grunge band, Brad) combine to create a flavor of low harmony all their own.”

The duo will be performing at the Getty Center and admission is free.

Learn more HERE.

SUNDAY AUG 6, 2023

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Inside the Greystone Mansion

Step inside and visit the first floor of the historic Greystone Mansion – including the recently restored theatre – on a self-guided tour. Tours are from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on August 6. Capacity is limited. Reservations recommended.

Make Reservations HERE

AUGUST 12 AND 26, 2023

Making Scents of the Ancient World

“In this free, drop-in, perfume-making workshop, visitors create their own Roman perfumes using ancient ingredients. Participants will build custom perfumes by exploring the spices and oils ancient Romans used, some of which are still in use today, and learn how these materials were considered alluring and exotic to the ancients.”

Learn more HERE.

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

5 Summer Approved, “Coastal Grandma’ Decor

Think back to this time last year when the “coastal grandma” trend was influencing both how people dress and how they decorate their homes. In the fashion world, this look falls somewhere between beachy and bougie, with pieces like a chunky-knit sweater layered over flowing white linen pants. (Think: Diane Keaton on the beach in the movie “Something’s Gotta Give.”)

Courtesy of Realtor .com

Paint colors matter. They convey a mood and a sense of style and can define a space.

Courtesy of US News

What to Know About Your Homes Property Lines

Learn how to find out where your property lines are, and why property lines are so important.

Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens

9 Contemporary Interior Design Tips You Haven’t Heard Before

Current contemporary spaces have an easy, warm feel to them. Far from formulaic, they can be eclectic or even fun.

Courtesy of Forbes