This is one beautiful home located in Charleston, SC. Gorgeous flower boxes. The color of this home is stunning! It’s so classy and well taken care of.
Beautiful, just beautiful!
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Category: HOME
From the Archives: Charleston Photo – love these textures!
There is nothing better than walking around Charleston, SC taking photos. There are so many beautiful things to take photos of, it’s hard to stop. You can literally be walking for hours and not even realize it!
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2013 Best Retirement Home (Plan) /Architect: Jon Nystrom – as seen in Fine Homebuilding Magazine!
This home was built with so much thought. What happens when an architect and his wife plan a home that will serve them well into retirement (other than 2013 Retirement Home of the Year)? A stunning, beautiful, well thought out plan emerges, that’s what happens! There was a wonderful article in Fine Homebuilding magazine, be sure to read that article, you won’t want to miss it! In the article, Jon explains some of the details and why he designed it like he did. Fabulous!
I love this plan. It’s not a massive home, but it’s so well thought out that it could work out better for you than a large home in many cases. There is one bedroom in this house, but there is also an Office. So if it needed to be another Bedroom, it’s a quick and easy movement of furniture. In this plan the Kitchen, Dining, Living areas are open, and look out onto a Patio. If you notice there aren’t hallways that take up space. It makes each area more roomy, here, Jon was thinking about the future, easy access is important. I’ve always wondered about hallways. They can be beautiful but they take up so much space and all you do is walk through them.
You can see how the plan is situated on the site it’s built on in an article from Fine Homebuilding Magazine.
This is the Guest House – The Guest House is not connected to the house. It can be used for guests, for long or short term rental, and in the future possibly to house a caretaker that would allow them to live independently in their homes for as long as possible.
What a dream, right?
This is the back of the house which is the perfect extension of this home. (Image from Fine Homebuilding article) – What you see in the foreground is a lap pool, then the fire pit, and just look into this house. Just beautiful! What a dream!
You can contact Jon Nystrom via his website!
All images via JonNystromArchitect.com, used with permission…
IMAGES ARE NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION OR REPRODUCTION, THEY ARE PROPERTY OF THE ARCHITECTURAL FIRM.
House Plan: Lambert Cottage by Lake and Land Design Studio!
First of all I would like to welcome Lake & Land Design Studio – this is an impressive company with some wonderful plans for the future. They are a fairly new company (one year), and with their thoughts, plans and ideas – they will go far!
This is the Lambert Cottage by Lake & Land Design Studio. This plan is 2,147 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms. There is a total of 3,056 square feet including the outside porches underneath the roof. That’s a lot of living space. How wonderful to have the flexibility to have part of your space outside! You can download the plan packet HERE.
This plan has so many wonderful qualities. It’s just perfect! I love these wonderful porches, especially the fireplace outdoors (double fireplace!). How perfect that there is a studio! Every house should have a studio, because everyone does something… Whether it be painting, sewing, or using it to put your desk. It’s conveniently located off of the great room near the kitchen. What a wonderful open plan, lots of light, windows and doors. The Master Bedroom is tucked away on it’s own “wing” of the house. Note the Fishing Dock, nice, huh? This is the perfect plan on water. I could go on and on, but really, just look at this plan!
Perfect upstairs… 2 bedrooms each with a bathroom. Even though these two bedrooms are across the hallway from each other I like how they added the space between the hallway and bedroom on the right hand side – makes it more private.
Read a bit about Lake & Land Studio, from their website:
Lake & Land Studio, LLC specializes in rural building design. We believe houses, boathouses, and barns should be designed in harmony with its surroundings, drawing inspiration from local vernacular architectural forms. Located in South Mississippi we primarily focus on designing Lake Houses, Boathouses, and Retreats. We are currently expanding our scope of work to include rural estates, hunting camps, and equestrian farms. We are a small business which allows us to take great pride in the projects we design. We are detail oriented, and we tailor our designs to each individuals needs and wants, never letting our own intentions trump that of our clients. Our primary goal is to create homes and places where clients can feel their input in every space they’re in. We pride ourselves in creating unique, one of a kind designs, for every client we work with.
Meet the staff! They really seem like go-getters. This is destined to be one heck of a company. They have a good vision – and that is so important!
B i g N e w s ! ! !
(From the Lake & Land Design Studio Facebook Page) – This is going to be a fabulous show!:
Lake And Land Studio, LLC is proud to announce we have been working with HGTV and RTR Media on a new HGTV Pilot called “Home Town” based in Laurel, Mississippi. Our friends Ben & Erin Napier, the stars of the show, explained in more about the details of our project. We are incredibly humbled and grateful to have been a part of such an amazing project. We can’t wait for you guys to see “Home Town” on its air date of January 24, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
All images from LakeAndLandStudio.com, used with permission…
images are not for construction or reproduction, they are property of the design firm.
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You were fun while you lasted…
See that peppermint toy. Oh, the fun this dog has with that thing! However, once he gets it in his mind he will work diligently to destroy the toy – darn it! It was necessary for him to have SOMETHING to chew, and it was Christmas, so… it’s all good!
Bye bye Peppermint Patty, you were fun while you lasted! Hee Hee… cHaRLiE
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House Plan: Winward Villa by Flatfish Island Designs!
This is the Winward Villa by Flatfish Island Designs. This plan is 2,200 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms (but can be customized to include more/less). You really need to look at the real life images of this one. Stunning design. I love how you see through from the entrance, to the living space and through to the pool behind the house. Breathtaking! See that area on the right? It’s a pergola where you park. See the actual images! Very nice…
This house has plentiful storage, which is ideal! A few of my favorite aspects of this plan is that the guest rooms are secluded away from the master bedroom. I think it’s nicer for guests to be in a different wing of a house than it is right next to the master. I like the openness of the Kitchen/Living and the abundance of open air living with the wonderful courtyard areas accessible both from the living area as well as the Master Bedroom. The only thing I would (personally) change is to eliminate the water closets. I know that’s the style right now, but it’s too much for me, I’ve never been big on that concept. That’s just me…
See actual images of this home, interior and exterior. It really helps you visualize it. Stunning use of space!
All images via FlatFishIslandDesigns.com, used with permission…
Images are not for construction or reproduction, they are property of the architectural firm.
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Quote for the day…
Since the new year is coming upon us (can you believe it?) I think this is sound advice. I saw this downtown Charleston and snapped a photo.
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A surprise visit on King Street – Charleston, SC!
What a great shot! We were walking down King Street last month when Charlie halted and jumped up on a window. The store was closed. Then something moved… a cat! They had a stare down for a bit… then we went on our merry way. Never know what you’ll see in Charleston.
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Restaurant: Four Ninety Two (492) – Charleston, SC
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492 is a beautiful restaurant located on King Street in Charleston, SC. What a classy looking building. Kudos to a restaurant that takes an building that sat vacant since Hurricane Hugo in the early 90’s!
Check out their website for the current menu offerings (eyes roll back in head). Cannot wait to try this place!
Read a little about the history of Four Ninety Two, from their website:
During the renovation of 492 King Street, historical significance and attention to detail played a large role in creating the new space. The building dates back to the late 1800s when clothiers such as Reuben’s, Leon’s and Bluestein’s were a large part of the economy in Charleston, especially in the Upper King Street district. The button wall art installation in the main dining room, an interpretation of Chef Whiting’s photograph of sous vide leeks, pays homage to that history. Additionally, the fabric ceiling in the downstairs dining area is a replica of a 1902 city map.
The gates that enclose the courtyard were inspired by 30” x 40” Sanborn street maps of different colors, patterns and scale found while researching the building’s origins. As executed, the red rectangles show the 492 King location in an abstracted version of the 1884 map, noted by the circle. All the other lines represent the surrounding streets.
The building sat abandoned since Hurricane Hugo until it being purchased by the Relish Restaurant Group. During renovations, spearheaded by local architect Reggie Gibson, as much of the original building was left intact as possible. The red color in the dining room, called “eating room red,” and the “piazza blue” on the upstairs hall ceiling are both historic paint colors. The base of the bar is paneled in old tin that served as the ground floor ceiling of the existing building, reflecting a dedication to preserving and restoring this unique piece of Charleston’s history.
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Houseplan: Berryville by John Tee!
This is the Berryville House Plan by architect John Tee. This plan is 1,269 square feet, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This is a small plan that is so smart. You can live in a smaller footprint when the layout is ideal, and this one is! Charming front porch, isn’t it? It’s so welcoming! This looks like a home with character from years ago. I love that!
Two Bedrooms, each with a Bathroom on one side of the home and Living, Dining, Kitchen with a wonderful Utility room on the other side! The Utility room keeps the house looking neat. You can put shoes there, wash clothes, give the dog a bath, and then step out onto the back porch for a break!
Are you looking for a larger floor plan, look no further! Check out John’s website, he designs house plans of all sizes and types. All are just beautiful!
All images via JohnTee.com, used with permission…
Images are not for construction or reproduction, they are property of the architectural firm.
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Flashback: Best Christmas Cookies in the World!
This is a Christmas Cookie recipe that our family has made since I was a little kid. It’s become a tradition. It’s fun because everyone can partake in the festivities. Especially if you bake the cookies ahead and then have a decorating party! We just put the frosting into zip-top baggies and cut a hole. Some years we have more colors than others. As you can see, this particular year, I was only loving my Christmas Tree cookie cutter, so that’s the only one I used. Recipe below as well as a link to print recipe only.
Enjoy!
Click here for a recipe to print (minus all the words and blah, blah, blah)!
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Out shopping and need a quick bite?
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Don’t shop until you drop – stop at Panera and get a quick and healthy lunch. You have the power to control how healthy since they list the calorie content for everything. This particular day I was famished… so, I got a cup of Broccoli Cheddar soup (HEAVENS!), a sprouted grain roll and a half of Chicken Cobb Salad with Avocado, dressing on the side. This is called a PICK TWO. Pick two of whatever combination of soups, salads and sandwiches.
I do like that Panera lists the calories, it helps you say NO a lot easier, also that they use clean ingredients and are transitioning to have even more very soon! All of this AND you can earn rewards when you eat there by signing up for a free Panera card.
So… don’t shop till ya drop! Stop and get a quick bite!
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Holidays in Charleston!
On a recent trip downtown (Charleston, SC) Fred, Charlie and I perused the local stores, one being Anthropologie. They have such a unique selection of both clothes and home goods. I love this place! Look at this tree, how brilliant! They used what I would call “O” Rings into the floor (I’m not sure if that was what was in the ceiling as well?), then they strung this cool stuff to make a unique Christmas tree.
I love seeing the stores downtown all dressed up for the holidays!
Info about Anthropologie from their website:
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Magnifilous Toy Emporium – Charleston, SC!
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I’m pretty sure Santa has this wonderful store help with his gift list! If you’re in the area be sure to check them out. I love that they offer unique toys, not the usual that are found in every store. They know about their products as well, which really makes it nice! What a window display!
Read about the Magnifilous Experience, from their website:
You may be lured in the door by the sound of our 1840’s nickelodeon playing nostalgic tunes or by the sight of the spinning carousel as young children enjoy a ride. Entering the door you will be greeted by an enthusiastic staff with only one mission, to ensure that each guest has a Magnifilous experience.
You are welcome to browse at your leisure but one of our toy specialists will be close by to answer questions, demonstrate a toy or help choose the perfect gift.
We strive to keep our inventory unique and ever changing so there is always something new to see whether you are a first time visitor or a loyal friend.
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A Holiday Window in Charleston…
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Charleston is looking beautiful for the holidays! We were visiting some shops on King Street a few weeks ago and I couldn’t help but snap a few photos of store windows! This is a peek inside Anthropologie, love that place. Wonderful everything!
If you’re in the area, take a stroll, support the businesses in the area!
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