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SEPTEMBER 14, 2016
SOUTHEAST PERSPECTIVE
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Vol. 97, No. 37
Concerns Raised Over City’s Push to Increase in Backyard Cottages
CURRENT BACKYARD COTTAGE ADDITION option B (4,000 SF LOT)
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NORTHWEST PERSPECTIVE
Illustration by Thomas Marshall, Architect
The City of Seattle is considering legislation to ease current restrictions on mother-in-law apartments (Accessory Dwelling Units) and backyard cottages (Detached Accessory Dwelling Units). The author of the legislation, City Councilmember Mike O’Brien, says the changes are designed to alleviate Seattle’s housing crisis. Critics of the measure say the legislation would effectively rezone Seattle homes from single to multi-family homes, dramatically altering the character and livability of our single family neighborhoods. Currently, DADUs are allowed on single family home lots of 4,000 square feet or larger, see illustration. O’Brien’s
Kim Wesselman Windermere Real Estate ➧ CottageS, Page R6
Color Psychology: Using different hues to create emotion with paint Do you ever wonder why you feel immediately relaxed when you enter a spa, yet when you enter a gym, you feel alert and energized? The answer can be found in the colors selected to decorate the space. “Interior designers use color psychology to evoke an emotional response,” says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams. “Homeowners can use this strategy to connect colors with emotions and memories to create one-of-a-kind spaces.” Color psychology starts by exploring warm and cool hues and then using these different tones to manipulate mood throughout your home. It’s easy to do with the tips below.
Photo courtesy of Bank of America
Trick Plays for Budget-Savvy Tailgaters As fall settles in, the air gets crisper and the kids head back to school, many Americans eagerly anticipate one thing: football season. Whether you’re a die-hard gridiron fan or prefer to enjoy the food and festivities from the sidelines, everyone can agree that a successful tailgate is key to any memorable game day get-together. According to a recent Bank of America survey, 34 percent of Americans plan to attend a professional or college football game or tailgate this fall, and 20 percent plan to host a tailgate or viewing party themselves. While many love planning out meals, decorations and activities for friends and family, the costs can easily add up and make hosting feel like an underdog game. So how can fans plan a tailgate that stays on budget and impresses any crowd - home or away? Home design and DIY experts Ben and Erin Napier teamed with Bank of America to provide these cost-savvy tips for pulling off a memorable tailgate that fits the bill for every fan on game day. Get in the Competitive Spirit Whether you’re grilling outside the stadium or spending halftime hanging out in your backyard, Ben recommends laying out a variety of games for guests to enjoy, such as a wood-block game with blocks painted in your team colors. Follow these simple steps: ➊ Sand down wooden four-by-fours. ➋ Cut into 48 pieces, each eighteen 18 inches long. ➌ Stack pieces into a tower. ➍ Take turns pulling pieces to see who knocks the tower over first. For added flair and personalization, Erin suggests painting the wooden blocks your team colors. (Family Features)
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