It is possible to have a garden without a yard. You just need a little bit of space and inspiration! :-)
​ If you're wondering what the white circles are, they are a yo yo support hanger to assist your plants to grow upward!

When I first saw this house, it made my heart palpitate. Yup. It fluttered and went into overdrive. This is one of elegant homes that remain in Adams Point. 

Built in 1911, this elegant Secessionist-style (meaning ornate mini-mansion) homefeatures many period details like soaring box-beam ceiling, stained and beveled glass windows, built-ins, and intricate moldings. If not me, I hope you can own a piece of Oakland's architectural legacy. 

Open Sunday 4/13 2-4:30 pm. Price $995,000. 5 bedrooms/4.5 bathroom, little under 4,000 sq ft. Full basement that spans the entire length of the home. Level backyard & patio that's perfect for entertaining. Long driveway that can park 5+ cars. Shall I go on?

John Lafler, a former client, took these photos in 2009 in various meanderings. When he shared the photos with me, I had to share it with you, the audience.

I have a special place in my heart for Oakland. Oakland is vast, diverse, and has so much to offer. This is just a taste of Oakland.

It was a very pleasant suprise when NYTimes ranked Oakland as number 5 out of 45 destinations to visit in the world for 2012. Wow. We are #5. This was based on number of amazing restaurants in Oakland including Plum, Haven, Commis, and Hawker Fare. Having eaten at Plum, Plum Bar, Commis, and Hawker Fare, I can say without a bias that we have amazing restaurants.  In all seriousness, I enjoy eating out and Oakland has a lot to offer. For truly authentic Vietnamese and Mexican food, go to International Blvd. Korean food? Check out  Telegraph Avenue between 27th to 50th Street. Restaurant rows? Check out Uptown, Old town, Rockridge, Piedmont Avenue, Grand Lake, Temescal, and on and on.  But why just stop at restaurants? Oakland has little bit of everything for everyone ranging from redwood regional park for hiking, skylines for cycling, star gazing at Chabot Space and Science Center, etc. For more information, go to 100 Things to do in Oakland. If you’re curious about Oakland food scene, neighborhoods, or whatever, send me an email, and I will tell you all about it.