Jennifer Ott
@jenott.bsky.social
Architectural designer, paint color nerd, design writer, curious traveler, enthusiastic home cook, hater of washing dishes
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Jennifer Ott
@jenott.bsky.social
· Jan 30
Feeling angry and hopeless about the current state of…things. But I’ll leave the political commentary to those here who are smarter, more clever, and have the stomach for it.
Instead I’ll focus on my strengths/interests: design, architecture, travel, food, etc, and post images that offer a respite.
Instead I’ll focus on my strengths/interests: design, architecture, travel, food, etc, and post images that offer a respite.
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I have lived and worked in and around Chicago for 27 years and I have been assaulted less often than Sen Paul has been in his own back yard.
September 28, 2025 at 8:26 PM
I have lived and worked in and around Chicago for 27 years and I have been assaulted less often than Sen Paul has been in his own back yard.
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War ravaged Portland.
September 27, 2025 at 3:07 PM
War ravaged Portland.
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War-ravaged Portland
September 27, 2025 at 2:44 PM
War-ravaged Portland
Love this. What a cool use of a teeny tiny sliver of a lot.
Vinklu Turns Forgotten Plot in Bucharest Into Tiny Coffee Shop
The Chapel in Bucharest by Vinklu is a glass-clad triangular structure that transforms a narrow urban plot into a tiny, charming coffee shop.
design-milk.com
September 15, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Love this. What a cool use of a teeny tiny sliver of a lot.
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Will Democrats ever stop arguing over what they should say, how they should say it, and where they should say it? They really should, because the answers are obvious: It all depends—on who you are, where you live, and what you believe. New from me @thebulwark.com www.thebulwark.com/p/shocking-i...
Here’s a Shocking Idea: Democrats Don’t All Have to Sound Alike
Four candidates in wildly different races show the value of being yourself.
www.thebulwark.com
September 8, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Will Democrats ever stop arguing over what they should say, how they should say it, and where they should say it? They really should, because the answers are obvious: It all depends—on who you are, where you live, and what you believe. New from me @thebulwark.com www.thebulwark.com/p/shocking-i...
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my father-in-law is a “I know a guy” Guy. sadly all the old Guys are aging out of the Guy Economy. Guys are fundamentally incompatible with Hustle Culture because it’s not about “winning” a deal, it’s about collecting favors and goodwill in a mutually-beneficial cycle. protect your local Guy Economy
August 30, 2025 at 2:51 PM
my father-in-law is a “I know a guy” Guy. sadly all the old Guys are aging out of the Guy Economy. Guys are fundamentally incompatible with Hustle Culture because it’s not about “winning” a deal, it’s about collecting favors and goodwill in a mutually-beneficial cycle. protect your local Guy Economy
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Trump sent officials to see Ghislaine Maxwell quicker than he sent FEMA to Texas
July 25, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Trump sent officials to see Ghislaine Maxwell quicker than he sent FEMA to Texas
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Wired rules. Just an incredible group of journalists who are completely meeting the moment. And you can subscribe for $2 a month, which is insane www.wired.com/story/a-new-...
A New Era for WIRED—That Starts With You
As of today, there are even more ways to enjoy WIRED’s journalism, including premium newsletters and livestream Q&As. Join us.
www.wired.com
July 23, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Wired rules. Just an incredible group of journalists who are completely meeting the moment. And you can subscribe for $2 a month, which is insane www.wired.com/story/a-new-...
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I keep thinking about how Gov Abbott had plenty of funds to fly and bus migrants all across the country but couldn't come up with a million for a flood warning system.
July 10, 2025 at 1:20 AM
I keep thinking about how Gov Abbott had plenty of funds to fly and bus migrants all across the country but couldn't come up with a million for a flood warning system.
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The United States government is no longer able to protect us from real hazards, such as flash floods, because it’s shifting funds to fake hazards, such as a non-existent immigrant crime wave. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/05/u...
As Floods Hit, Key Roles Were Vacant at Weather Service Offices in Texas
www.nytimes.com
July 6, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The United States government is no longer able to protect us from real hazards, such as flash floods, because it’s shifting funds to fake hazards, such as a non-existent immigrant crime wave. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/05/u...
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Spot on. This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen. It ‘s relatable, and humanizes the issue in a way everyone can understand.
June 28, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Spot on. This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen. It ‘s relatable, and humanizes the issue in a way everyone can understand.
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In the spring of 2008, I feared America was on the verge of war with Iran — and, believing that it’s good style to get to know people before you bomb them, I made “Rick Steves’ Iran,” a one-hour special that could (and would) only debut on PBS. Sadly, this special has become pertinent again today.
Iran
Join Rick as he explores the most surprising and fascinating land he's ever visited: Iran. In a one-hour, ground-breaking travel special on public television, you'll discover the splendid monuments of...
www.ricksteves.com
June 17, 2025 at 9:18 PM
In the spring of 2008, I feared America was on the verge of war with Iran — and, believing that it’s good style to get to know people before you bomb them, I made “Rick Steves’ Iran,” a one-hour special that could (and would) only debut on PBS. Sadly, this special has become pertinent again today.
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Not good enough. He needs to resign or be expelled.
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) has deleted all three of his tweets from his personal account that mocked and fanned conspiracies about the assassination of Minnesota Democrat state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband.
June 17, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Not good enough. He needs to resign or be expelled.
Palo Alto showed up for No Kings!
June 15, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Palo Alto showed up for No Kings!
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Gnight, all. We ride at dawn. Let’s make tomorrow one for the history books.
June 14, 2025 at 3:44 AM
Gnight, all. We ride at dawn. Let’s make tomorrow one for the history books.
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""It's really hard to fathom that the guy making my pizza for 25 years is a gangster and a terrorist, and the person who shows up in an unmarked car wearing a mask and body armor comes to take him away is somehow the good guy," said Simon..."
www.wnep.com/article/news...
www.wnep.com/article/news...
Wayne County community rally amid ICE raid at restaurant
Newswatch 16's Emily Kress spoke with people in the Honesdale community who are shaken after watching three restaurant employees get detained.
www.wnep.com
June 13, 2025 at 5:58 PM
""It's really hard to fathom that the guy making my pizza for 25 years is a gangster and a terrorist, and the person who shows up in an unmarked car wearing a mask and body armor comes to take him away is somehow the good guy," said Simon..."
www.wnep.com/article/news...
www.wnep.com/article/news...
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Why is the Daddy Party allowed to rant & rave & do impulsive, stupid shit & never, ever be held to account, while the Mommy Party is endlessly scolded & lectured & second-guessed by everyone, even when it is earnestly trying to do the right thing?
Gosh. What a puzzler.
Gosh. What a puzzler.
May 11, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Why is the Daddy Party allowed to rant & rave & do impulsive, stupid shit & never, ever be held to account, while the Mommy Party is endlessly scolded & lectured & second-guessed by everyone, even when it is earnestly trying to do the right thing?
Gosh. What a puzzler.
Gosh. What a puzzler.
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feels like this was the music they should've used to announce him
May 8, 2025 at 5:40 PM
feels like this was the music they should've used to announce him
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Linda McMahon, Secretary of Education, sent Harvard a letter.
They graded it.
Bwahahaha.
They graded it.
Bwahahaha.
May 7, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Linda McMahon, Secretary of Education, sent Harvard a letter.
They graded it.
Bwahahaha.
They graded it.
Bwahahaha.
So excited to share that the Eichler we recently restored is featured in the latest issue of Preservation magazine, a publication from the National Trust for Historic Preservation @savingplaces.bsky.social. You can view ALL the photos of the house at: www.jenott.com
savingplaces.org/stories/desi...
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Designer Jennifer Ott Rehabilitates an Eichler House in Northern California | National Trust for Historic Preservation
Jennifer Ott says the residence she shares with her husband is "a house with a strong architectural point of view."
savingplaces.org
May 1, 2025 at 8:37 PM
So excited to share that the Eichler we recently restored is featured in the latest issue of Preservation magazine, a publication from the National Trust for Historic Preservation @savingplaces.bsky.social. You can view ALL the photos of the house at: www.jenott.com
savingplaces.org/stories/desi...
savingplaces.org/stories/desi...
If you're good enough for *both* Mark Hamill and God, then you automatically get a follow from me!
@carlquintanilla.bsky.social
@markhamillofficial.bsky.social
@godpod.bsky.social
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April 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
If you're good enough for *both* Mark Hamill and God, then you automatically get a follow from me!
@carlquintanilla.bsky.social
@markhamillofficial.bsky.social
@godpod.bsky.social
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"Donald Trump and his allies have been using 'anti-Semitism' as a pretext to advance a radical agenda that has nothing to do with Jews at all—and that most American Jews do not support," @yair-rosenberg.bsky.social writes:
Trump’s Jewish Cover Story
The administration claims to be protecting Jews while advancing an agenda that most Jews oppose.
bit.ly
April 4, 2025 at 2:15 PM
"Donald Trump and his allies have been using 'anti-Semitism' as a pretext to advance a radical agenda that has nothing to do with Jews at all—and that most American Jews do not support," @yair-rosenberg.bsky.social writes:
I haven't felt much like donating to Dems lately but after Cory Booker's record-breaking and history-making Senate speech I plunked down my credit card to show my appreciation. Here's a link if you, likewise, can and want to support Democrats willing to fight back against fascism
Chip in to support Cory Booker
This movement is powered by people like you.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:00 AM
I haven't felt much like donating to Dems lately but after Cory Booker's record-breaking and history-making Senate speech I plunked down my credit card to show my appreciation. Here's a link if you, likewise, can and want to support Democrats willing to fight back against fascism
