Wednesday, September 19, 2012
The 2012 Birmingham House Tour will feature everything from a contemporary new build to a pre-Civil War historic home in the heart of town.
- PATCH'S HOUSE & HOME
- Laura Houser
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
This Thursday, you'll be able to take a peek inside some of Birmingham's most impressive homes during the 25th annual Birmingham House Tour. Eight homes from Birmingham will be featured in this year's tour, which takes curious real estate buffs on a tour of the city's most specutacular homes, ranging from traditional to the contemporary. All proceeds from the event, sponsored by The Community House and Hall & Hunter Realtors, will benefit The Community House's wellness, leadership and art outreach programs for children in Pontiac and Detroit. "The 2012 Birmingham House Tour marks the 25th anniversary year that this popular event has served to raise funds for The Community House," said Michelle Schwab, co-chair of the event, in a press …
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Saturday, September 17, 2011
More than 1,000 visit eight homes finished in a variety of design styles.
A bright blue sky, a slight breeze and crispness in the air greeted guests on the annual Birmingham House Tour Thursday. The eight homes included 1920s Tudors, a bungalow-turned-citified town home, an updated 1950s classic colonial, a modern 5,000-square-foot, and an Aspen-inspired abode. “We sold more than 1,000 tickets this year,” said Gigi Nichols, The Community House spokesperson. “”We heard all good comments. People loved the variety.” Co-chair Michelle Schwab of Birmingham agreed that it was a great success. “We had a beautiful fall day,” Schwab said. “It was well attended, and we were fortunate to have the support of our sponsors and homeowners.” One home brimmed with all things artistic (including a captivating light …
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Mark your calendars for Thursday’s annual tour to benefit The Community House.
- THE NEIGHBORHOOD FILES
- Megan Swoyer
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
“You’ve driven past these houses many times and, if you’re a fan of home design, have often wondered what the interiors look like,” said Michelle Schwab, referring to the eight homes that adorn the line-up of this week’s 24th annual Birmingham House Tour. The event, presented by Hall & Hunter Realtors, runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 15 and promises a peek inside homes with a variety of décor styles, from French country to contemporary. “It’s an opportunity to see how families live their lifestyles in the home,” added Schwab, co-chair of the tour with Kristen Catto Armstrong. Armstrong is the owner of interior design firm Kristen Catto Interior Design in Birmingham. “We strive to select special homes that showcase the diversity of …
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