The Test of Time:
Taking a look at a LEED Platinum home, 10 years later
Over a decade ago
Arana Craftsman Painters had the pleasure of meeting Shannon Bloemker when our company was subcontracted to provide painting and staining services as part of her groundbreaking eco-conscious renovation project. Shannon and her husband Rob had purchased a mid-century modern style home in Piedmont knowing that it needed A LOT of work. Fortunately, she was the perfect new homeowner for that moment. With her years of experience in construction and property management, and a nearly-completed Master’s degree in Sustainability from Harvard University, the stage was set.
Do you want cool things to happen in your neighborhood?
Commotion West Berkeley is a non-profit group that fosters pride of place, buzz, excitement, fun, quirkiness, and design in our neighborhood. Through the community-centered projects they support, they celebrate all that's unique about West Berkeley – the history, industry, arts, people, and nature. It is hyper-local in focus and impact.
Since organizing in 2019, Commotion has funded three murals painted by local artists, a pop-up performance event series, community gardens and portable planters, a sustainable fashion show, and more.
Visit the newest addition to Berkeley's vibrant community events calendar! Happening alongside the award-winning Gilman Wine Block on Fifth Street this festive new street fair will play host to over 65 local vendors, food trucks and wineries, with exciting satellite events throughout the district. It is a celebration of everything that makes the Gilman District and our city by the Bay unique – from the eclectic mix of local businesses, startups, and arts of all types, to our diverse and welcoming community.
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