Archive for March, 2010

OKC Ranks Top 4 Nationwide for Strong Economy

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Check out this great story in USA Today about how Oklahoma City is one of the healthiest cities, least effected by the recession over the past two years. Keep up the good work Oklahoma! http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/2010-03-20-cities-recession_N.htm

Prairie Style

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

Architecture buffs surely recognize the stylings of Frank Lloyd Wright, and this Norman, OK home is a prime example of the Prairie Style that got its traction thanks to his forward thinking designs and aesthetic. The style was influenced by the Arts & Crafts Style and for those seeking an alternative to the excesses of […]

New Virtual Tour 6400Desiree.com

Friday, March 12th, 2010

Tour this stately home on 10 acres

Help Quail Creek Elementary

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Save the Date! Search for those old bell-bottom jeans, peace earrings, and leather fringed vests and save the date of Friday, March 5th for Quail Creek Elementary’s Peace, Love & Quail Creek Auction. Quail Creek is celebrating the sixties to provide money for the pressing education needs of 400 hard working students.  This Blue Ribbon […]

Spanish Colonial

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

I thought I would start off with a rare find for our architectural tour.  This home is a stately interpretation of the Spanish Colonial design found in Nichols Hills, OK. Attributes that contribute to the style: Terra Cotta Tile Roof Gleaming White Stucco Facade Arch Design  (repeated in Garage and main entry) Short Overhanging Eaves […]