They look modern and don't show dirt.

Check out the new Modern Flames Orion multi

Look up the web-sites for "Mid-Century Modern Ranch".

I don't specialize in alternative energy though, I mainly leave that up to the men here, but you'd be surprised how easy it is to survive without all the modern methods, after all people did it for millennia.

Nice, clean and modern.

Hang up some stainless steel and you have a modern look, hang up some cast iron and you have a western look, hang up some wood you have a rustic/cabin look.

Hello,Can anyone offer any advise on turning a split level into a modern colonial?

A high quality tenant will not have area on to leave if your home is well maintained and offers the necessary competitive amenities as expected with modern living.Never had a severe case as you have encountered Jay, however, this is not something that is within anyones control you will always have outliers and unexpected conditions, you must be prepared for the bad as such as you are anxious to only have good.

Hey all, Greetings from rainy panama....óriginally from jamaica....lotsa reggae music but violent down there.....had family in panama so i migrated....beautiful here...plenty jungle, lush greenery.....modern living.....but third world to most who live here.....financially....panama suits retirees or expatriates of the developed world with some money under their belts to come and invest or retire....lots of call center jobs for english speakers.....plenty other northerners migrating here.....the taxis are cheap, food and clothing are cheap....and crime is well under control with armed police patrolling the streets.....there has never been an earthquake here so the city has lended itself to high rise apartments for living and commerce....plenty of them....plenty of competition with prices so you can get what you want for the price that you want...anyone want further info.....post a reply...till then...malcolm

I'm hoping this experience will lead into some modern mixed use with an emphasis on sustainability.