Open House Sunday

Garden House in University Park Neighborhood

Dallas

 built 1940

Isn't this the most inviting of homes? The house sits within a garden.

 A perfect enclosed front porch.

 The yard is a bit overgrown but it adds to the charm. 

I like somewhat wild bushes much better than very tidy small bushes.

The entrance to this home is just magical.

 Two large kimberly queen ferns flank each side of the door way.

 It's minimal and yet perfect.

 A large bright room just off the entry provides ample space for enjoying the garden views.

 Two sofas facing each other at the fireplace is a look I adore.

I am always pushing customers to do this look. 

I'd do it if I had the money for two sofas.

Whenever I have anyone come in and say they want a sofa and a loveseat, I discourage them.

Loveseats cost just about the same as a sofa and two sofas are so much more versatile.

 I love this room! Notice the gray sofa also included in this room.

Notice how well it works to have two modern sofas and a very traditional one used all together.

That third sofa really adds to the room. I think it works much better than two chairs would have.

But then this is a large room and it can handle a lot of furniture.

 I could live happily with this kitchen. All white...yes thank you. 

Have you noticed all the wood beams in this home? 

Sometimes wood beams seem heavy but these don't. They are just rustic enough too.

 I'm not a fan of pass throughs like this but this one is cute enough. 

I can just imagine two little ones being passed their orange juice in the morning.

 I wish the wicker chairs were a lighter color and this would be perfect.

 Of course there is a gorgeous pool out back with stone decking.

What a perfect spot for an evening meal.

 Even the barbeque area is pretty!

 Of course there is an outdoor itchen...complete with a regular stove!

Is that a common thing? I've never seen that before.

 The swimming pool looks like a blue lagoon.

 I hope you enjoyed this tour as much as I did!

see the full listing here.

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  A french influenced house in Highland Park neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. 

built in 1936

Houses are always at their best at dusk.

The glow of the lights from inside really add to the ambiance of this home.

The listing states that it was built in 1936 but it's obviously gone through many structural and cosmetic changes through the years.

  

This home is really decorated up and I think what makes this home interesting is that you can see 

so many decorating trends at work...I'll name them.

 

Such a cute front stoop. Let's start the trends here...

Colorful Painted front door.

Chalkboard Sign

 

 

 Now that we are in the living room...you can really see the french influence.

trending - greige

 more greige

 cloches - orchids

 chandeliers abound in this home 

trend alert - plates on the wall

 Some may say that a white kitchen is a trend but to me...it's just classic.

 a little industrial design in the room in the barstools

 white bedding

 orchids and that ballroom chair

 chalkboard wall

 patchwork wallpaper and a zebra rug

 starburst mirror and a white bear rug

I'm very surprised to see a television mounted to a tree in the backyard. 

Are these outdoor tv's THAT water proof?

 See the full listing here

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Decorating in Wild Abandon!

built 1926

This tudor cottage is the home of an interior designer.

I'm in love with the home from first site of the landscaping.

Inside is a wild cottage mix of colors and textures.

Many wonderful things in this home.

Perhaps too many wonderful things but lots to look at.

I believe the fireplace is tiled in a mosaic of broken china.

color and pattern abound

glasses in jewel colors fill the shelves of the built in bar

Amazing Italian glass chandelier highlights the bits of turquoise in the room.

Many colorful carpets fill this home.

I've never thought about hanging a painting in a window but it works here.

more brick a brack

The person that decorated this home is not afraid of anything it seems.

It's wild abandon in decorating!

Love the marble counters mixed with hand painted cabinets.

The cabinets certainly look old world but appliances are certainly new. 

Colorful carpets even in here.

Love the old log used as a mantel on this fireplace.

Love the beadboard ceiling too.

Why not a little zebra up the stairs?

This fireplace is very unusual.

Many things in this home, I've never seen before.

Even the bathroom has atmosphere with those sconces over the tub.

The touches of red are nice.

A child's room under the eaves.

Another pretty bedroom in what used to be attic space.

Interesting screen behind the bed.

Another embellished bath

I love the choice of pillows used on this outside bench.

A patio full of fun outside.

I'm crazy for those pagoda umbrellas.

You can get them at Pier 1.

A precious garden

What do you think of this cottage?

It is over the top...isn't it?

It's too much for me to live in but I guarantee I'd like the person that designed it and lives here.

There is fun in it's decor. 

I love the wide variety of items in this place.

I'm sure she must be interesting.

see full listing here

Have a Happy Sunday!

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