AUGUST 3, 2021 ISSUE | REJGUAM.COM
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Ports of entry
Checklist Upstairs, downstairs Caving in
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Accents Take a shine to it
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Spectrum Brownie points
t INDEX UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS .............................................3 ACCENTS ...........................................................................5 SPACE STATION ...............................................................7 CHECKLIST .......................................................................8 SPECTRUM .......................................................................9
A door is the gateway to your home, and can be the start of decorating, if the right one is chosen. See story on page 8.
UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS | MAN C AVE
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Caving in When each room of a home has its own function and role to play, it can be difficult to find a space where you just want to showcase all your miscellaneous possessions. Enter the “man cave.” This room is essentially the one room where a man can arrange the space however he likes. Whether in an attic, basement, or spare room, the man cave can be a great place to hold all your recreational activities and prized possessions. Do you have a series of signed sports memorabilia, whiskey or wine collection or an assortment of vintage comic books? These displays can unapologetically be shown in the man cave. “A man cave can come in all
Poker table, comfy seating and any other fun activities are perfect additions.
shapes and sizes. It can be your typical basement location, outside of the house in the garage, or even behind some secret door made to look like a bookcase,” said local event and designer coordinator Alan Torrado. “One thing is certain: it is a man’s personal space where he can truly express himself.” According to Torrado, these are must-have pieces to have in a man cave: • a comfortable lounge chair or recliner; • a large television set to watch movies and sports, especially the Super Bowl; • a mini bar and refrigerator; • a poker table, pool table, dartboard or foosball table for recreation;
• extra seating and barstools; and • personal prized possessions displayed on a wall, shelf or bookcase. These are examples of what one can typically find in a man cave, because of the masculine tone they set. However, this space is heavily dependent on the interest of the person. Some of these spaces can look like sports bars, with fully installed bar tables and shelves to hold alcohol. Other spaces can look like an after-hours office, complete with spacious desks and computers for work. Whichever design is chosen, the room at its core should be a reflection of the person’s true interests. For colors, man caves typically
go for darker colors like maroon, Navy blue, gray, brown and black. However, light-colored accents and trims can add a more regal and upmarket effect, such as gold linings along table or white shelves suspended on the wall. Lighting can warm and dim so that it will not compete with light coming from electronic devices, like TV screens. And not to worry — despite the name, anyone of any gender can have their own cave. “It’s your room in the house that you have complete control on how you decorate it,” Torrado said. p
ACCENTS | METALLICS
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Take a shine to it Metallic colors and objects can bring a new dimension of style to a home — as long as there is good lighting to accompany it. Naturally, metallics can be found mostly in the kitchen, bathroom and anywhere with running water. Kitchens have pots and pans that can be aligned neatly on a counter to make it part of a design. Sinks have metallic sheens in their basins and faucets. Metallics can also be found in metal rails and gutters outside. The shiny metal look is often associated with utility and building, but it can also be used as accents throughout the home. “Metallics look great just about anywhere,” said Alan Torrado, event and design coordinator. “The right amount of metallic can give any space some instant glamour. When used together, metallics are neutral and can be worked into any color scheme.” Common metallic colors are gold, bronze, silver and copper. The shine on these elements can bring
Metallic elements are commonly found in sinks, handles, door knobs, pots and pans. But with an eye for design, a nice sheen can work well as an accent in any part of a home.
A focal metal staircase can also help to incorporate the warmth of metallics into a home.
with a lot of natural lighting. warmth and classiness into a room According to the Home Depot Pro that matte finishes cannot, Torrado Desk, the most efficient way to use said. Metallic accents can come in metallic paint is to first put one the form of ornate objects, too, such coat of a matte paint, and then layer as a golden leaf mirror, or a catch-all the metallic paint of similar color bowl in the center of a table. It is also over it. That way, the wall will have common to see that eye-catching a solid back color. Metallic spray metallic shine on picture frames. paint works well if you only want A metallic gloss can be put to make a particular segment shine, onto a wall or part of a wall so that like on banisters or corner pieces. when the light hits, it produces a It is important to keep in mind shimmery effect that will brighten that the brighter the 3:45 color, the the room.21-FHB-MoneyMapCollateral_May-June_REJ_Size7.5"X10".pdf This is ideal for spaces 1 4/30/21 AM
brighter the shine. Sometimes, a metallic finish can make a bright color like yellow or red look too overpowering. Or a dark metallic can look muted when not in a bright setting. This is where light balance comes in. Find a way to arrange metallic pieces in a room in a way where lighting improves their look, not exaggerates them. p
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SPACE STATION | AGANA SHOPPING CENTER
Agana Shopping Center
AGANA SHOPPING CENTER LOCATION: Hagåtña PHONE: (671) 472-5027 EMAIL: dmanlangit@aganacenter.com WEBSITE: www.aganacenter.com POINT OF CONTACT: Danly Mae Manlangit, leasing officer DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTIES: Second floor units ranging from 1,200 to 5,000 square feet can be used for retail, food and beverage or office space. Marketplace stalls ranging from 100 to 400 square feet are great for new and small businesses. Eight units are vacant on the second floor and 10 in the Marketplace, as of time of publishing.
Commercial units ranging from 1,200 to 5,000 square feet are available for rent at the Agana Shopping Center.
Marketplace stalls ranging from 100 to 400 square feet are available for small businesses looking to launch.
Photos courtesy of Agana Shopping Center
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C HEC KLIST | WINDOWS & DOORS
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Ports of entry PUBLISHER Maureen N. Maratita EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Morgan Legel REPORTER Emily Meidenbaeur CONTENT COORDINATOR John I. Borja EVENT COORDINATOR AND DESIGN CONSULTANT / CONSULTANT TO REJ Alan Torrado CREATIVE CONTENT MANAGER Vikki Fong DESIGN & PRODUCTION Conrad Calma DIGITAL MEDIA SALES Natalie Gilbert Raizalyn Soriano
Apart from aesthetics, As the openings of home, doors and windows need extra attention as they serve security and energysaving roles for the residents. Basic maintenance and a routine checkup on these ports of entry can go a long way to make them last longer. Certified home inspector Richard Ulloa, who does business as Guam Home Inspections, said that it is a good practice to lubricate locks, hingers and rollers as needed. “Check all windows and doors to make sure they open and close properly, and that all the locks work,” Ulloa said. Make sure that there are no obstructions between these openings, either, he added, as they are also emergency escape paths in the event something goes wrong in the home. Keeping the pathways
clear will also prevent the doors and windows from running into or getting stuck on solid objects, which will make it difficult to open and close them. Aside from maintenance, it is also important to consider how the doors and windows can save you money on your next power bill. Although they mostly seal the inside from the outside, there are small slivers and cracks in between where air can escape. These can be patched up with caulk, weather strips or insulated mats for the bottom of the door. Different types of windows and doors are evaluated by their energy performance rating, and depending on where you live, certain types of materials make better doors than others. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends looking out
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Choosing the right doors and windows not only enhances security in the home; it can also save homeowners money on their power bill.
for products with the Energy Star brand, which helps determine heat gain and loss on different windows and doors. “Look for a low (solar heat gain coefficient) in a climate that mainly requires cooling and a high SHGC in a climate that requires heating,” according to the U.S. Department of Energy. The SHGC rating can be found on the Energy Star label. For Guam, that means doors and windows that have low SHGC ratings are ideal energy savers. Fiberglass doors work well in warmer climates, while glass does poorly to prevent heat from entering the home. For windows, having an awning or a shade screen can reduce the amount of heat that comes in. p
SPECTRUM | BROWN
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Brownie points Earthy. Natural. Grounded. These words may come to mind when thinking about the themes and tones that the color brown invokes. Because this color can be found almost anywhere outdoors, it can be easy to overlook. This gives it a subtle element when used in the home, and often serves a complimentary role to other colors. But with some design choices, brown can also be the main attraction. “It’s a comforting color, but one has to be careful to choose the
proper shade of brown. The wrong shade can make a room feel heavy, dull and basic,” said Alan Torrado, event and design consultant. Brown can give off a calm and relaxing tone. It isn’t loud and it does not overpower other elements of the room. That is why brown is a great color to paint bedroom walls or any space where one can relax and recharge, Torrado said. Different shades of brown can make it even more appealing. For lighter, airy rooms, a lighter shade of brown would work nicely. Darker shades are best used on furniture
pieces, such as the natural color of the wood on coffee tables and chairs. Brown moldings fixed on the top corner of walls or at the midsection can make a home feel more traditional. “A nice supple leather sofa would be a perfect piece of brown furniture to own,” Torrado said. “It makes a solid statement of comfort and stability. Pair that up with ivory-colored walls and you would have a contemporary and comforting vibe.” Brown is a neutral color, so it can work well with most colors.
But brighter colors often make a great pairing with brown. A brown bookcase and shelf would look more appealing with yellow accents throughout. Brown wooden floors enhances the blues and whites of curtains. Even a pink throw pillow can complement a brown sofa. To keep in line with the earthy aesthetic, something as simple as potted soil for indoor plants can also add a natural flavor to a home. A healthy balance of brown and a light color can bring a rustic theme to a space. p
The color brown can be seen almost anywhere, inside and outside the home, so it can blend well with most colors.
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