by Lisa Broadwater | Dec 20, 2014 | About Bend, About Central Oregon, Central Oregon Events, Green Building, Home & Design, Local Resources, Uncategorized
In this season of giving, it’s only fitting that the new Bend Area Habitat ReStore was recently unveiled. And even if you aren’t in the market for recycled building materials, appliances, gently used furniture and/or home accessories, it’s worth checking out: Bend’s...
by Lisa Broadwater | Oct 21, 2013 | About Tumalo, Oregon, Central Oregon Events, Green Building, Local Resources, Photos of Central Oregon, Uncategorized
Earlier this fall — just in time for the launch of the new school year — Tumalo quietly welcomed a noteworthy new resident: Cascade Academy. And even if you or someone you know isn’t a candidate for enrollment in the private pre-kindergarten through...
by Lisa Broadwater | Oct 9, 2013 | Central Oregon Events, Central Oregon News, Green Building, Real Estate News, Uncategorized
As the green-building movement continues to grow in popularity, so does Bend’s “Green and Solar Tour,” which takes place in Bend this Saturday. Sponsored by The High Desert Branch of Cascadia Green Building Council (a program of the International Living Future...
by Lisa Broadwater | Mar 25, 2013 | About Bend, Green Building, Local Resources, Real Estate News, Showcase Properties, Uncategorized
Jeff Payne, principal of Panterra Homes, isn’t your typical builder, and the homes he builds aren’t standard fare. Far from it. His goal is create well-built homes that work well today — and in the years to come. His motto: “Better Homes for Better Living.” What...
by Lisa Broadwater | Aug 22, 2012 | Green Building, Home & Design, Homeowner Tips, Real Estate News, Uncategorized
If you’re building, about to build, considering building or are remodeling a home in Central Oregon, there’s a great new web resource on hand to help you. It’s called Connection Depot Central Oregon. An offshoot of the Central Oregon Builders...