Released on: August 10, 2008, 3:39 pm

Press Release Author: Robbin Block/Olympic Landscape and Installation

Industry: Construction

Press Release Summary: Open house to benefit American Cancer Society offers a peek
at Floridian-inspired home in exclusive area of Auburn, WA. Open to the public only
2 weekends in August, the 3 bedroom home features a kids suite, 7-car garage and
tropical landscape.

Press Release Body: Before the Idea House team showed up at 16519 SE 326th St., it
was just a 5-acre dirt lot. Now, after weeks of preparation, planning and lots of
hard work, the fully landscaped property includes a 3-bedroom home and 7-car garage.
It will be showcased to the public as the 2008 Idea House, open for only two
weekends in August. The event is free, with a suggested $10 per person donation to
benefit the American Cancer Society.

Located in the Highlands Reserve area of Auburn, WA, the Floridian-inspired
Northwest contemporary conveys a casual and calming atmosphere through its open plan
design. A key feature of the home is the children's suite, which includes bedroom,
study and play area. Finishes, cabinetry, technology, and appliances are all state
of the art. A dramatic water feature at the entrance, created by Olympic Landscape
and Irrigation, sets the tone for the calming, tropical interior. On the outside,
the lighting blends naturally with tropics-inspired plants to convey old world
charm.

According to Miki Wade, a landscape designer on the project, "Being that we are not
in the Tropics, we chose plants that mimic a tropical feel. Ones with larger shaped
leaves, rich colors and unusual textures resemble foliage found south of the
border."

Olympic Landscape and Irrigation will be hosting a special Olympic Day on Sunday,
August 17th, for visitors to enjoy light refreshments on the outdoor patio and to
get advice from design and install experts. Personal Chef, Miki Klarich of Miki's
will be grilling in the outdoor kitchen from noon until 3pm.

The Idea House team includes: American Design Group, Berkey Supply, Emerald
Turfgrass Farms, Olympic Landscape and Irrigation, Signature Custom Homes, and South
Sound Magazine.

The Idea House, located at 16519 SE 326th St., Auburn, WA, 98092, will be open to
the public:
August 15-17 and August 22-24
1-7pm on Friday and Saturday; 10am-5pm on Sunday

Olympic Day:
Sunday, August 17th, 10am-5pm


Olympic Landscape and Irrigation, located in Fife, WA, has been known for its
innovative design, quality materials and professional installations for over 30
years. Their acclaimed landscapes are architecturally pleasing, while functional and
low maintenance. Join them at the 2008 Idea House to learn how you can add beauty
and value to your home from their design and install experts. For more information,
email info@olympiclandscape.com or call 253-922-7075 or 206-575-4609. Or visit their
website, olympiclandscape.com.

For more information about the other companies listed here:

Berkeysupply.com
Emeraldturfgrass.com
Miki's (425-241-7097)
Signaturecustomhomes.net
Southsoundmag.com


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Contact Details: Robbin Block
1601 Taylor Ave N.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-335-5929
robbin@blockbeta.com