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Quick update: posting is going to be light to non-existant for the next week till my new blog platform launches!! I've been working on this for over a month. Unfortunately,... Continue reading

Posted Jun 23, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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'hood happenings

links and photos top to bottom: POP, Urban Turf, Washington City Paper, District Source Continue reading

Posted Jun 18, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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sold! 3001 Porter St, NW #100

3001 Porter St, NW #100 Washington, DC 20008 650 sf | $411.00 coop fee (includes utilities and taxes) sold price: $216,000 Basement level one bedroom, one bath coop in Cleveland... Continue reading

Posted Jun 17, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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riveting rooms

The console in this room is the best thing I've seen in forever. I love a piece of furniture that's both decorative and useful. I had a fantastic weekend visiting... Continue reading

Posted Jun 16, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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five lessons from my Dad

Just like my Mom, my Dad taught me valuable lessons about life. When you're growing up, you're not thinking about what your parents are teaching you. You're thinking "Man..this is... Continue reading

Posted Jun 13, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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summer bedding

Do you change your bedding every season? I do. As soon as it starts getting warm, I switch from a down duvet to a very thin quilt (as seen in... Continue reading

Posted Jun 12, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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real estate round up

Links from top to bottom: Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, CNN Money Continue reading

Posted Jun 11, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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dino's grotto

Dino's Grotto, the latest incarnation of the Dino's restaurant of Cleveland Park, opened in mid-May at 1914 9th St, NW. I visited for the first time last week and my... Continue reading

Posted Jun 10, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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father's day gift guide

Father's Day is Sunday and if you haven't purchased a present yet, here's a few ideas. My Dad loves his coffee hot. This stainless steel mug has gotten rave reviews.... Continue reading

Posted Jun 9, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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state of affairs

This week has been crazy which is why posting has been light. I ratified three contracts which is gratifying and exciting. I've been working with these clients since January and... Continue reading

Posted Jun 7, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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sold! 1840 Vernon St, NW #208

1840 Vernon St., NW #208 Washington, DC 20009 1 bedroom | 1 bath 650 sf | $160.11 condo fee list price: $415,000 sold price: $415,00 days on market: 2 Charming... Continue reading

Posted Jun 6, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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big deal

4400 Garfield St., NW Washington, DC 20007 9 bedrooms | 10.5 bath 12,000 square feet | $70,111 yearly taxes list price | $7,500,000 sold price | $6,600,000 May's largest sale... Continue reading

Posted Jun 4, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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True but I've thoroughly explored different paint. I'm drawn to this because I like circle and penny tile is cheap! We'll see once I get the quote. $$ is always the final decision maker.

Commented Jun 2, 2014 on riveting rooms at Concrete Jungle DC

riveting rooms

One of my favorite activities is dreaming up interior design projects. Lately, I've been thinking about updating my second bathroom. While I've loved the changes I've made, I'm bored. I... Continue reading

Posted Jun 2, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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plants are the new home accessory

Have you noticed that plants are popping up in all the cool interior design publications? I'm constantly seeing fiddle leaf fig tree, ferns and rubber plants. I've wanted plants in... Continue reading

Posted May 30, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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cool it

Ladies and gentlemen...the new fan has arrived! For once, I didn't dilly dally on a house project. Temperatures in DC are increasing by the day and I'm officially done with... Continue reading

Posted May 29, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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delish dessert | raspberry, lemon & pistachio cake

On Sunday I went to a pot luck cook out and my contribution was this delicious cake. The fresh flavors were a perfect finale to a wonderful meal. Enjoy! Raspberry,... Continue reading

Posted May 28, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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riveting rooms

Nice weather makes me want to entertain outside. Isn't this patio lovely? I imagine coffee or cocktails or cook outs. Isn't that the best part of summer? photo via architectural... Continue reading

Posted May 27, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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happy memorial day!

Are you having a fantastic holiday weekend? I hope so. Mine was full of activities like dinners and cook outs with friends plus a little work. We've been having spectacular... Continue reading

Posted May 26, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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this house is beautiful

Sorry for the radio silence yesterday but all hell broke loose. Everything is fine but yesterday morning was full of tiny glitches that make your life miserable. When that happens,... Continue reading

Posted May 23, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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'hood happenings

links top to bottom: washington business journal, eater, washington business journal, district source Continue reading

Posted May 21, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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a big week

It's a big week in the Angotti household: it's my parent's 46th anniversary AND my Dad's birthday. They celebrated their anniversary with a trip to northern California/visit to my Uncle.... Continue reading

Posted May 20, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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riveting rooms

Mixing modern and classic styles is one of my favorite looks. This black and white library nails it. The ornate fireplace mantel and tufted chairs are a perfect contrast to... Continue reading

Posted May 19, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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my beach weekend

I wish I was back at the beach. I've only been home a couple of days and already, I'm looking forward to my next visit. As you can tell from... Continue reading

Posted May 16, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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it's gettin' hot in heeerreee

My bedroom in my condo is stuffy. Every evening, I get up in the middle of the night and turn down the air conditioning. I do not like to be... Continue reading

Posted May 15, 2014 at Concrete Jungle DC

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