Floral Park Home and Garden Tour
- Thread starter bkshopr_IHB
- Start date
NEW -> Contingent Buyer Assistance Program
Mcdonna1980_IHB
New member
I'm in
irvine_home_owner_IHB
New member
Dang... I should have know there was an IHO reference in this thread.
Unfortunately... I have a previously planned event for that weekend... arggh!
Someone take pictures of bk's super driveway+garage and post them here please!
Unfortunately... I have a previously planned event for that weekend... arggh!
Someone take pictures of bk's super driveway+garage and post them here please!
bkshopr_IHB
New member
[quote author="irvine_home_owner" date=1239426772]Dang... I should have know there was an IHO reference in this thread.
Unfortunately... I have a previously planned event for that weekend... arggh!
Someone take pictures of bk's super driveway+garage and post them here please!</blockquote>
Attending a Garage/driveway cult retreat perhaps?
Unfortunately... I have a previously planned event for that weekend... arggh!
Someone take pictures of bk's super driveway+garage and post them here please!</blockquote>
Attending a Garage/driveway cult retreat perhaps?
irvine_home_owner_IHB
New member
[quote author="bkshopr" date=1239433660]Attending a Garage/driveway cult retreat perhaps?</blockquote>
I should organize one of those someday.
I'll call it the <strong>Irvine Garage and Driveway Tour</strong>.
I should organize one of those someday.
I'll call it the <strong>Irvine Garage and Driveway Tour</strong>.
SoCal78_IHB
New member
[quote author="bkshopr" date=1239417285]Those of you interested I can plan a IHB 2 hour walking tour on Saturday.</blockquote>
That would be very cool. But you really should operate a tram ride like at Universal Studios back lot.
That would be very cool. But you really should operate a tram ride like at Universal Studios back lot.
graphrix_IHB
New member
[quote author="tmare" date=1239445273]We have two so far, I know Graph and Cayci are out of town. This would be a great opportunity for everyone to see why Bk lives in SA.</blockquote>
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.
tmare_IHB
New member
[quote author="graphrix" date=1239457288][quote author="tmare" date=1239445273]We have two so far, I know Graph and Cayci are out of town. This would be a great opportunity for everyone to see why Bk lives in SA.</blockquote>
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.</blockquote>
So are you in for the tour?
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.</blockquote>
So are you in for the tour?
graphrix_IHB
New member
[quote author="tmare" date=1239487425][quote author="graphrix" date=1239457288][quote author="tmare" date=1239445273]We have two so far, I know Graph and Cayci are out of town. This would be a great opportunity for everyone to see why Bk lives in SA.</blockquote>
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.</blockquote>
So are you in for the tour?</blockquote>
Old fancy houses, old uber knowledgeable dude on architecture and history... of course we will be there. BTW, he says two hours, plan on it being more like four, but totally worth it.
As far as I know, Cayci are in town. I just can't play find BK's house, and neither can Cayci, because we have been there. If IHO knew what he has done to the garage... you might have to hide the razorblades.</blockquote>
So are you in for the tour?</blockquote>
Old fancy houses, old uber knowledgeable dude on architecture and history... of course we will be there. BTW, he says two hours, plan on it being more like four, but totally worth it.
Mcdonna1980_IHB
New member
If you purchase your tickets before April 17th their is $5 discount. See BK's link for details.
No_Such_Reality_IHB
New member
I was planning on following the delicate scent of eau de shrimp paste to determine BK's place.
bkshopr_IHB
New member
I converted the 2 tandem stalls of my 4 car garage into a studio. It is my dog house. I am searching for a urinal to hang on the wall so Graph really can use the razor blade. I agree with IHO that other clever uses could occur in the garage only if it is not displayed for the neighbors to see.
When I make my own shrimp paste in the garage or grow my personal medicinal plants I can do it discreetly.
Regarding the tour and for those planning to attend I will be around for a few hours to do some narrative only for IHB members. Post here if you are interested in attending. I need to arrange with Mrs. BK for doing this either the morning or afternoon. Graph is right 2 hours would be too short because I tend to talk longer than my posts.
I am guessing Graph, Cayci, Tmare, Socal, and Madonna are interested. Please post and confirm.
When I make my own shrimp paste in the garage or grow my personal medicinal plants I can do it discreetly.
Regarding the tour and for those planning to attend I will be around for a few hours to do some narrative only for IHB members. Post here if you are interested in attending. I need to arrange with Mrs. BK for doing this either the morning or afternoon. Graph is right 2 hours would be too short because I tend to talk longer than my posts.
I am guessing Graph, Cayci, Tmare, Socal, and Madonna are interested. Please post and confirm.
tmare_IHB
New member
I am interested, but I just looked at my schedule and realized I have to work the goofy snack bar for my son's little league on Saturday. I won't be around until after 1:00 on Saturday. Sunday would be ideal though. I really hope a lot of people come out to see the beautiful neighborhood. Just arrange the time that works best for all, I've seen the neighborhood before so it isn't essential that I attend.
SoCal78_IHB
New member
BK, is your tour on the 25th or 26th? I would like to attend and might bring a friend but it will depend on which day & time. Thank you.
bkshopr_IHB
New member
[quote author="tmare" date=1239445273]We have two so far, I know Graph and Cayci are out of town. This would be a great opportunity for everyone to see why Bk lives in SA.</blockquote>
Parcel size lot instead of postage stamp lot.
20'-45' between neighbors.
Garages hidden.
History.
Mature trees.
No 2 homes alike.
Classic architecture.
Every home has a garden.
Diversity of house styles. (not all homes are stucco)
No mello Roos.
No HOA.
Nice composition of single stories and 2 stories.
Vintage lamp posts.
Concrete streets (No asphalt)
Most neighbors shops at Smith and Hawkins.
8 minutes from Irvine.
1.5 minutes to freeway.
Birds, parrots, and squirrels indigenious in the neighborhood.
Minimum size lot 8k.
4 minutes from work.
Close to Rowland Heights and cheap markets in Little Saigon.
Free Bower Museum admission for neighbors.
No one parks on curbside.
Older folks in the neighborhoods who collect classic cars.
Retired folks and stay home moms keep the neighborhood safe.
Various Floral Park clubs: Garden, Moms, Home Tour, and History.
Neighborhood events 4 times per year.
Influential citizens live in the neighborhood.
200 out of 648 home owners are doctors, attorneys and politicians
Won the best neighborhood USA in 2005.
Don't have to deal with Wong way drivers.
Price is way cheaper than Irvine.
Parcel size lot instead of postage stamp lot.
20'-45' between neighbors.
Garages hidden.
History.
Mature trees.
No 2 homes alike.
Classic architecture.
Every home has a garden.
Diversity of house styles. (not all homes are stucco)
No mello Roos.
No HOA.
Nice composition of single stories and 2 stories.
Vintage lamp posts.
Concrete streets (No asphalt)
Most neighbors shops at Smith and Hawkins.
8 minutes from Irvine.
1.5 minutes to freeway.
Birds, parrots, and squirrels indigenious in the neighborhood.
Minimum size lot 8k.
4 minutes from work.
Close to Rowland Heights and cheap markets in Little Saigon.
Free Bower Museum admission for neighbors.
No one parks on curbside.
Older folks in the neighborhoods who collect classic cars.
Retired folks and stay home moms keep the neighborhood safe.
Various Floral Park clubs: Garden, Moms, Home Tour, and History.
Neighborhood events 4 times per year.
Influential citizens live in the neighborhood.
200 out of 648 home owners are doctors, attorneys and politicians
Won the best neighborhood USA in 2005.
Don't have to deal with Wong way drivers.
Price is way cheaper than Irvine.
bkshopr_IHB
New member
[quote author="SoCal78" date=1239672998]BK, is your tour on the 25th or 26th? I would like to attend and might bring a friend but it will depend on which day & time. Thank you.</blockquote>
25th (Sat) or unless other IHBERs insist 26th (sunday)
25th (Sat) or unless other IHBERs insist 26th (sunday)
bkshopr_IHB
New member
Hey TEN I heard you are like the Big Foot or Lochness legend. No one has seen or met you. I am personally inviting you so I do not have to decipher the orbs from my photos. You can sit on my rocker by the fireplace. You have to prove to us that you are not really PANDA.
caycifish_IHB
New member
[quote author="bkshopr" date=1239674003][quote author="SoCal78" date=1239672998]BK, is your tour on the 25th or 26th? I would like to attend and might bring a friend but it will depend on which day & time. Thank you.</blockquote>
25th (Sat) or unless other IHBERs insist 26th (sunday)</blockquote>
We are miraculously free both days. Just let us know!
25th (Sat) or unless other IHBERs insist 26th (sunday)</blockquote>
We are miraculously free both days. Just let us know!
Mcdonna1980_IHB
New member
I'm open to either day. I will be bringing my mom, too. Thanks for offering to do the private tour, Bk. If for some reason it doesn't work out, I'm sure the normal tour will be well worth it. No pressure. 