Spotlight on Downtown

It always seems that downtown is the mecca for any city, and Houston is no different. With a rich nightlife, major sporting events, and chic restaurants, the downtown scene is vibrant and eclectic in the Bayou City. Home to the city’s most prominent politicians and executive juggernauts, pro-athletes and professionals alike, Downtown Houston is practically bursting at the seams with dining, cultural, and outdoor options. Even if you don’t fit into any of those categories, there’s still plenty to love about this neighborhood.

Electronics Overload—What To Do With Old Electronics

Perhaps you upgraded this year to some newer and better electronics these year. Well done! But now, you are staring at that island of misfit gadgets in your home. You know, like that cell phone that dates back to the flip era, a laptop that requires regular biceps curls to lug from room to room, or that once cutting edge, three-megapixel digital camera.

5 Pet-Conscious Tips For Valentine’s Days

5 Pet-Conscious Tips For Valentine’s Days

Even if you have a human valentine (or not), your dog/cat has always been there through your best and worst days, and also deserve to feel the love. Here are five great tips that help will keep your pets safe this Valentine’s Day.

Aging in Place

Aging in Place

It’s time to elevate the conversation about aging in place. Forget about grab bars and wheelchair ramps. Those are elements of last resort for “old” people. And who wants to be labeled “old?”

Vitality, Relaxation, and the Great Outdoors

Vitality, Relaxation, and the Great Outdoors

From hues that are bright and vivid to those that convey a sense of earthiness, Pantone’s top 10 colors for 2017 are reminiscent of the colors that surround us in nature. The standout among the—Greenery.

Pause for a Cause: Protector of Giants

Pause for a Cause: Protector of Giants

The once robust population of Africa’s elephants (30 million) has been reduced to about 10 percent of their original population in the last 30 years. Startling statistics show that an elephant is killed every 15 minutes for its tusks. At this rate, elephants in the wild will be extinct in 10 to 12 years. But one brave family has been working for decades to stem this tide.

The Gift of Giving

The Gift of Giving

This holiday season, instead of feeling guilty at how much you have instead try a different stance, and alternative mind-set, instead try the completely random notion that you are lucky. Do all you can to help those who will not be having the type of holiday season that you are.

Houston Maison | March/April 2017 Edition

Houston Maison | March/April 2017 Edition

Spring is in the air - and there are ways to cleanse it!  Who knew? In our latest issue we'll look at unique ways to infuse bold color into your abode - think large art, wallpaper and color pops with accessories.  We'll also explore the thriving Mecca that is downtown Houston.     If you are thinking of making a change this spring let's talk numbers and possibilities - buying, selling or leasing.  spring.