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November 12, 2013
Whether you’re hoping to ease your impact on the planet or just want to save a few dollars, reducing your energy use can help you get there. In fact, 10 percent of renters in a recent Rent.com survey said that utilities are their biggest monthly expense, coming in third after monthly rent and groceries. Heating and...
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The Morrison Bungalow and Cottage deliver countryside charm. Experience Renaissance Homes’ two new cottage-inspired floorplans – the Morrison Bungalow and the Morrison Cottage. Currently being built at 5521 and 5517 SE Steele in Portland’s Woodstock neighborhood, these homes will boast the character and charm that has made this architecture a staple through the years. The...
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In anticipation of the Halloween holiday, check out your favorite Halloween movies on the silver screen, as compiled by Roxanne Davis with Portland Monthly magazine. Maybe you’re too old to go door-to-door begging for candy this Halloween, but you can still celebrate! We’ve rounded up Portland’s scariest cinematic events — from creepy classics to scary short films...
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It’s the premier Home & Garden Show of the year at the Portland Expo Center! Stop by and visit the Renaissance Homes booth, 712! We’ll be at the show talking about the Renaissance Homes custom home division. From building on your lot, to helping you find a lot, we can make your custom home dreams...
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The Northwest District is a unique blend of retail and residential in the Northwest section of Portland. Craftsman and Old Portland-style houses co-mingle with grand old apartment buildings and sleek new condominiums, within walking distance of an extensive array of restaurants, bars, and shops. The Portland Streetcar terminates here, connecting the district to the Pearl...
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December 24, 2012
The holidays are filled with special surprises, unexpected twists and traditions to cherish. Wouldn’t it be fun to experience that magic year ’round? When picking out the finish selections for your Renaissance home – appliances, light fixtures, hardwood floors, carpet, tile, you name it – have some fun. We love how this tile combination makes...
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December 21, 2012
At Renaissance Homes, we’re often asked about the unique product lines we carry and why we prefer to go above and beyond what is required for sustainability compliances, as well as aesthetics. And with emerald green chosen as Pantone’s 2013 “Color of the Year,” our green offerings seem even more appropriately stylish. Our Everstrand carpeting...
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December 19, 2012
More communities embrace redevelopment WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a new report examining residential construction trends in America’s metropolitan regions, which finds that nearly three out of four large metropolitan regions saw an increased share of new housing development in previously developed areas during 2005 – 2009 compared to 2000 –...
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December 18, 2012
Emerald green is Pantone’s top color for 2013; and Renaissance Homes is on trend. Pantone, known for its Color Matching System which standardizes colors used in the fashion, home and beauty industries, allows different manufacturers in different locations to ensure colors match without direct contact with one another. The company chooses its “Color of the...
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December 18, 2012
Home prices will continue to rise, anywhere from 5 to 7 percent in 2013 from 2012. These prices will be driven by continued competition among investors in the distressed market, as well as a return to the market of organic move-up buyers. A lack of supply in some local markets could push prices there even...
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