Brian Kiernan Serves Norcal, Coldwell Banker

As a real estate professional, I understand first-hand the challenging market we are in. The constant daily and weekly updates I receive in my business dealings, assure that my clients are thoroughly protected and represented. If you are considering buying or selling your home, I have the resources, knowledge and experience to properly represent you. As your agent, I will continue to move forward and view these days as our biggest opportunity. Together we can navigate through these exciting times and by using the unlimited resources available, from one of the top Coldwell Banker offices in Silicon Valley. I will be here to guide you through the process and assist with all your real estate needs. My association with great leaders in the industry and my level of service will help you achieve your goals.BRE# 01487861 Share |

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10 Reasons to Love a Tiny Garden (10 photos)

Gardens on a grand scale can be gorgeous, to be sure, but they are not without their drawbacks. They can be pricey to install and labor-intensive to maintain, and they need huge amounts of water to stay green. A small garden, however, can be just as charming and rewarding to spend time in, but with far... read more

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12 Sustainable Gardening Ideas From Landscape Design Pros (16 photos)

In addition to creating inspiring outdoor spaces and dreamworthy gardens, landscape designers and architects also make our yards more sustainable and earth-friendly. We spoke with several landscape designers on Houzz who described how installing rain gardens, converting lawns to native meadows, planting... read more

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7 Surprising Design Trends for the Home: Which Has Staying Power?

Here are some of our picks for biggest design surprises from IBS 2019 and the Kitchen & Bath Industry show. read more

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2 Compact Bathroom Makeovers — for Her and for Him (8 photos)

After their kids moved out, this couple felt that the timing was right to fully renovate their two small bathrooms for themselves. She took over the 40-square-foot master bathroom, and he took over the 30-square-foot hall bathroom. Interior designer Carolyn Elleman of Case... read more

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Maximizing Space in a Small Kitchen

Small kitchens can be a challenge. Use these tips to set up a kitchen that lets your inner chef shine. read more

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8 Ways to Create a Home That Helps You Recharge (12 photos)

Feeling tired and overcommitted? It’s possible that a few new habits and changes around your house can help you fix that. Here are eight ideas to try. read more

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10 Trees Landscape Designers Love (15 photos)

Consider how beneficial planting a tree can be. Trees shade and cool our homes and streets, helping to mitigate the heat island effect and reduce reliance on air conditioning and other energy consumers. Trees also provide food and habitat to wildlife, capture carbon dioxide from the air, provide natural... read more

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The Top Energy Efficient Home Trends That Home Buyers Want in 2019

Which energy efficient home features do home shoppers and homeowners really care about? A new report from Fixr breaks down some of the top trends. read more

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Design Through the Decades: 1940 to 1950 (24 photos)

This series looks back at iconic designs from each decade, starting in 1900. This installment covers works by such midcentury luminaries as George Nelson, Isamu Noguchi,... read more

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Are You Overimproving for Your Neighborhood?

Home improvements always pay off come selling time, right? Turns out it's all relative. read more

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10 Home-Wellness Essentials for a Healthy Life (10 photos)

Home ought to be a haven of rest, relaxation and wellness. And while the term “wellness” gets bandied about an awful lot these days, the fact remains that there are some things you can do to help your home work harder to keep you healthy. Read on for 10 essentials that really make a difference, like... read more

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Where to Donate, Sell or Recycle Furniture and Electronics (3 photos)

The process of redecorating your home can be exciting, but it also means figuring out what to do with your old stuff. Where do you sell, donate or recycle your used sofa, saggy mattress or old fold-out metal bed frame? Before you put those items out on the street hoping that someone might adopt them,... read more

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These Are the 10 Most Popular Laundry Rooms in 2019 So Far (10 photos)

This Trending Now story features the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz since Jan. 1, 2019. Patterned tile, punches of color and practical features like hanging rods and drying racks star in the most popular new laundry room photos... read more

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Vanities That Pack a Storage Punch (13 photos)

Storage doesn’t have to be sacrificed just because space is at a premium. See how designers got creative with both ready-made and custom-made vanities to create stylish storage for these powder rooms and baths. read more

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The Beauty of Subtle Sustainable Architecture (15 photos)

“Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” — Frank Lloyd WrightHomeowners and designers continue to be inspired to design houses that are more “earth-friendly.” Our approach often focuses on energy efficiency, as we use enhanced insulating materials and... read more

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The Case for Hiring a Home Stager When You’re Selling (13 photos)

Home staging has become an increasingly formidable force in helping people sell their homes more quickly and for more money. Its overall goal is to help prospective home buyers emotionally connect with a space, hopefully leading to an offer to buy. Home staging isn’t limited... read more

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How to Take Care of Your Neighbors When Remodeling (10 photos)

When planning a remodel, there’s already a ton on your plate — like managing the budget, making seemingly endless design decisions and accepting that a whole team of workers will be traipsing across your property. But it’s also important to think about how the work is going to affect your neighbors.... read more