What’s the best place to dine or drink under the stars in your region?
Our gorgeous city of Vancouver is in the Pacific Northwest where summers are gorgeous, especially by the ocean. In West Vancouver we select The Beach House restaurant, at the foot of 25th Street, right on the sea wall. The atmosphere is L.A. casual, if that makes sense. The food is great in an unpretentious way: no small nouvelle cuisine choices, and lots of crab and lobster, fresh halibut in season, and of course, salmon. We go there almost every evening...
What "smart" (or high-tech) features do homebuyers covet (want) the most?
Homebuyers want easy connectivity, that is a given. Smart houses are a becoming a common part of the high end landscape. People can access their lights, hot tubs and cameras remotely from their iPhones when they are away or on their way home.