Conservation and Preservation of Our City

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    By Michelle Vasquez  |  Photography by David Teran   San Antonio’s historic preservation efforts balance honoring the past with fostering modern progress. At the forefront of these initiatives are women leaders who are shaping the future of the city’s built environment and cultural heritage.   The Office of Historic Preservation (OHP), led by […]

The Art of Lighting

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  By Theresa Naramore of Twin Sisters Interiors Photography Lauren Keller with LRES Marketing   Early in our interior design career, we had a client break down and cry in a lighting showroom. It was the first and only time that happened, but we sympathized with her. Selecting lighting for a home can be an […]

Alex Altwein – From the Ground Up

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    By Michelle Vasquez  |  Photography by David Teran Regarding commercial real estate, Alex Altwein knows how to make deals happen. Starting from the ground up 23 years ago, Altwein has steadily risen through the ranks in a male-dominated industry to her current role as vice president of leasing and marketing at Wade Interests […]

Centro: Creating a Safe, Vibrant Downtown San Antonio

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  Ever wonder how downtown stays clean, vibrant, and energetic? It’s thanks to the efforts of Centro San Antonio, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the city’s public spaces.   Centro focuses on managing downtown’s public improvement district (PID), including San Antonio’s iconic, cultural, creative, and civic epicenters. Employees come together daily as placemaking agents […]

Garage Doors Offer an Instant Boost

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  Garage Doors Offer an Instant Boost in Curb Appeal and Home Value, With 149% Return on Investment in San Antonio   For a fast home improvement project that offers a dramatic boost in curb appeal, great affordability, and nearly instant gratification, consider the garage door. According to a new report by Remodeling Magazine, it’s […]