http://www.milandproperties.com MiLand Properties Wed, 30 Jun 2010 23:16:26 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Those of us that live in North Knoxville, I mean North of Fourth & Gill, should be happy to hear that we may actually get some attention from the powers that be. In the fall of 2008, The Metropolitan Planning Commission hired an architectural firm to draft an improvement plan ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=155 http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=148 By any measuring stick, Knoxville does not contain a high concentration of cutting edge architects or designers. Don't get me wrong, there are a few groups whose projects I adore, but the vast majority of new or renovated structures are, to be kind, conservative. And since architects are one of ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=115 Even for a North Knoxville old schooler, riding the city bus is probably something that occurs about as often as Halley's Comet. The KAT bus system is a little bit foreign, a little shady at times, and a little aggravating if a driver gets stuck behind one in the right ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=91 I have lived in various parts of Knoxville, even the dreaded West Knoxville (cough*nudge*nudge), and I have never met a mailman as nice as Sam. If you live in WeBro then you know what I am talking about. I have never seen the guy in a bad mood and he ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=81 If you are like me, your breakfast should be by nature: cheap, tasty, and warm (in that order). I also like simplicity. I don't need a cinnamon swirl, orange peel, and toasted salmon bagel. I want a biscuit, gravy, and an orange juice. That is why most of the time I ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=76 'Discontent is the first step in the progress of a man or nation". Seems like Oscar Wilde wrote that line just for our neighborhood pizza giant. It wasn't much to look at, it got robbed a few times, made the sex scandal blotter a few times, but it sure was ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=57 Got a roof? If so, you could take advantage of free rainwater to help with watering needs in your yard, flower pots or garden. It is really rather easy to start. Minimally, all you need is a catch basin placed under your gutter. If you are like me though, you ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=9 A home should always make you feel good when you enter it. This 1800 sq ft private residence does just that with tall ceilings, exposed ceilings, and great spaces. With a layout designed by a modern architect, the space takes advantage of the old building envelope to create a quality ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=44 A complete remodel of one of the 2nd floor spaces has yielded a 1,800 sq ft open form office space with private access to a 900 sq ft Green Roof for employee and customer enjoyment. This office loft space overlooks the future courtyard. By investing on the front end with roof ... http://www.milandproperties.com/?p=38