Let us turn our attention to the great indoors
It’s cold outside! Think warm! Some of these pools are quite lovely. The Hearst Castle pool is quite amazing. It certainly was done in a style that Versace could have called his own. If you google images of the whole pool you will see that it is completely over the top. To me in the manner of a dream… Of course there is also an outdoor pool – which is equally great! I quite like the Chateau Laurier Pool. I had a friend who would go on a very regular basis and twice a month she would have me as a guest, that was quite nice, great Art Deco design.
Greenhouses Around the World
It’s a grey day with snow so lets think green. Yes greenhouses! These featured by Architectural Digest are among the most extravagant in the world. I suspect it may be possible to produce a more scaled back version for your garden (or scaled way back for your window).
What Old House Lovers See
Having in the past undertaken renovations to a house that desperately needed it – I totally relate to this article. I remember that it was hard for me to understand why others could not see it. I was told “I don’t see it, but I have confidence that if you see it will be so” And it eventually was! But it’s true it can be a lot of work.
Skyscrapers & Canadian Engineers
Canadian engineers are widely respected by international architects for their work on skyscrapers specifically with regards the damping technology incorporated to counteract sway.
Sneak a Peek Inside the “Witch’s House” of Beverly Hills
How delightful to get an interior tour of this landmark Beverly Hills property. When I first set eyes on this property many years ago I was amused by the whimsy but I’m not sure how the neighbours feel about it.
The Schinasi Mansion – White Collar
I’ve been binge watching White Collar of late. Love the mansion featured in the show. We don’t get to see the inside of the mansion regularly but Neal’s apartment yes. And it has as much style as him. Was analysing it last night trying to figure out what makes it so great. Hard to pinpoint actually. To those who enjoy the show the second link is interactive so you’ll get to poke around objects that you’ll remember from specific episodes.
Tiny House Movement
Could you live in 225 square foot home? I’m not sure I could live in a house half the size of my living room. This video shows the building of such just across the way.
Hand-carved Japanese Wedding Chapel
Lets go a little further afield this morning and enjoy this beautiful hand-carved wedding chapel in Japan.