//podcastplus.net/feed/casaverde~105e7a57 Welcome to CasaVerde: an Integrative Lifestyle Design radio show that will focus on the design philosophy of Bante Design LLC-fusing Eastern (Feng Shui) and Western (eco-friendly, GREEN, sustainable) design principles with the goals and dreams of clients/listeners. Join us for shows on eco-friendly design, Feng Shui, picking out GREEN textiles, floor coverings & how to apply ILD to your life...not just your space! Make sure to "like" us on our Facebook FAN page to stay up-to-date on a plethora of all things design and join the discussion! Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:48:25 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253188/design_for_a_disaster_water_pt_4.mp3 We're back!  After a bit of a hiatus, we're back on track to bring you new shows & continue on with our Design for a Disaster series.  In this episode, we pick up where we left off discussing water storage for you, your family & your garden.  This topic is especially relevant now as much of the US is in drought conditions right now. Sun, 29 Jul 2012 17:00:00 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253188/design_for_a_disaster_water_pt_4.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253166/design_for_a_disaster_gardening_pt_3.mp3 In this episode, we'll discuss some basic tips on starting your own garden, no matter WHERE you live, as a hedge against inflation, food storage or for a healthier lifestyle!  (And anyone who's ever eaten tomatoes grown in THEIR garden can attest to that!).  Tips on difficulty, a little history & some basic plants to get you started. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:30:00 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253166/design_for_a_disaster_gardening_pt_3.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253187/design_for_a_disaster_pt_2_safety.mp3 In this installment of my series, Design for a Disaster, I'll offer up some tips & advice on how to design your space w/SAFETY in mind...whether you have time to prepare or not, implementing even 1 of these tips can help keep you & your loved ones safe. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:30:00 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253187/design_for_a_disaster_pt_2_safety.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253171/casavere_property_virgins_bad_realtors.mp3 This segment will deal with the REALITY of buying a home...What is really important?  Granite countertops or a new roof?  Carpet vs hardwood floors?  New furnace or nice landscaping?  As someone's who's bought & sold many houses, plus being a designer as to what REALLY adds value to a home, this episode will help you make your list of what's really important to the VALUE of the home in determining what the price is to offer/sell & how it meshes with what's of VALUE to you as a buyer. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:00:00 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253171/casavere_property_virgins_bad_realtors.mp3 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253168/casaverde_design_for_a_disaster_security.mp3 With the popularity of Doomsday Preppers on NGTV & the rise in the Prepper Movement, I'd like to discuss how you can implement DESIGN into your preparation & security plans so you don't look like a hoarder or something out of the Mad Max movies, & are prepared whether it's a natural disaster, economic or terrorist threat. In this first segment of my Design for a Disaster series, I will focus on basic security of your home.  Tips will include some landscaping tips, lighting & escape plan for you & your loved one. (These episodes are meant as a GENERAL guide to get you started & NOT as a complete survival course.  My goal in presenting this info is to get you AWARE of what can happen, & if the worst does occur  (tornado, flood, blizard, hurricane, disruption in food/electric grid...), you won't be part of the un-prepared & can ensure the safety of you & your family). Sat, 18 Feb 2012 20:00:00 +0000 https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/19253168/casaverde_design_for_a_disaster_security.mp3