My New Bench

<div align="center"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAYH-a17tI/AAAAAAAACWE/b_dXtSMfdDw/s1600-h/wisteria+2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341295683355143890" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAYH-a17tI/AAAAAAAACWE/b_dXtSMfdDw/s400/wisteria+2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> My new breakfast room is almost finished. After searching for several months I found a wonderful nine foot long antique Belgian Table with an incredible iron base. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341293496434516338" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAWIrgVYXI/AAAAAAAACV0/7UpppQRE6gY/s400/IMG00151.JPG" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> The iron work is so interesting that I didn't want to hide the front of it with traditional chairs.<br />(I know the photo leaves a lot to be desired - taken on my cell phone)<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341279731654321794" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAJnds_5oI/AAAAAAAACVU/V3DLCcum6co/s400/wisteria+1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 341px; CURSOR: hand" /><br />So imagine my surprise when I saw this great bench at <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/French-Six-Leg-Upholstered-Bench-Blue-Stripe/productinfo/W3218/">Wisteria</a> and it was covered in a vintage grain sack like linen! The perfect size too!! So I ordered it!<br />It just arrived this morning and its perfect!!<br /><br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341279739900382466" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAJn8bAzQI/AAAAAAAACVs/AdeeJ2ZwnKE/s400/wisteria+4.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341279739987510834" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAJn8vyRjI/AAAAAAAACVk/f0VNbOd66Yk/s400/wisteria+3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> I chose the red stripe versus the blue; but I really like them both! <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341295556984203202" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAYAnpqZ8I/AAAAAAAACV8/1Snd5SvAHyo/s400/NiermannWeeksItalianChandelie.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 326px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /><br />Still waiting for my chandelier (Niermann Weeks) before the big reveal! <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341279732984137218" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SiAJniqDRgI/AAAAAAAACVc/6UtffwHlCI0/s400/wisteria+2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /><br />But wanted to share what I think is a wonderful find at a great price!<br />(and did I tell you I also had a 20% off coupon?) </div>

My New Bench

My new breakfast room is almost finished. After searching for several months I found a wonderful nine foot long antique Belgian Table with an incredible iron base. The iron work is so interesting that I didn't want to hide the front of it with traditional chairs.(I know the photo leaves a lot to b…

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Millie's House

<div align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Shk_74nxOKI/AAAAAAAACSs/gyVoUH4I89c/s1600-h/IMG_1307.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339369131268454562" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Shk_74nxOKI/AAAAAAAACSs/gyVoUH4I89c/s400/IMG_1307.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> It has been a crazy two weeks - My computer crashed and I was unable to blog or access any of my pictures. The kids were winding down with school and we had the end of the year projects due - I have learned more about The Boston Aquarium's Water Management Program and the wonderful state of Wisconsin than any Mother should know. Finally we are back on track - thanks so much for your patience.</div><div align="center">.</div><div align="center">So now after a very long wait we get to tour Millie's house in New Orleans!!! Millie and I have known each other almost 20 years. We have been through relocation's, births, deaths and natural disasters together. Through it all we have stayed good friends despite our distances. Millie grew up in New Orleans and like most, the draw to return to her hometown was so strong; she returned over 15 years ago and will never leave again!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggT0pNZpI/AAAAAAAACSY/uexSZ_VqJ80/s1600-h/IMG_1323.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334549283541444242" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggT0pNZpI/AAAAAAAACSY/uexSZ_VqJ80/s400/IMG_1323.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> Millie is an interior designer, inspired by her own former designer (and dear friend), Jennifer Price of Dixon Smith in Baton Rouge. After Hurricane Katrina, like many others, Millie lost everything. So, when she was able to rebuild and start anew, she decided that since Jennifer had helped her build a such a great foundation, she wanted to give it a whirl on her own. Her results are outstanding! Let's have a look!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548824500635378" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Sggf5GlWhvI/AAAAAAAACRg/pMvjmgSjEr4/s400/IMG_1314.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> As soon soon as you enter the foyer, you know you are in for a treat. The lovely limestone floors, beautiful sconces and botanical prints greet you. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548827719650450" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Sggf5Sk0zJI/AAAAAAAACRo/3gb0x5uO1bs/s400/IMG_1315.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Look at the wonderful detail work on the sconces- aren't they beautiful? <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548219050953474" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SggfV3G5iwI/AAAAAAAACRA/GMTBMQ5Q-l4/s400/IMG_1310.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">The Dining Room has to be my favorite room in Millie's house. A wonderful large round dining table seats ten. Beautiful light fixtures, artwork and accessories make for a very enticing space. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548835995755810" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Sggf5xaAJSI/AAAAAAAACRw/h29-Gsc6pXY/s400/IMG_1316.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div align="center">Millie has a wonderful eye for artwork. My favorite are the French antique theater panels from Tara Shaw. The room seems neutral and warm at the same time - but how? Notice the red ceiling.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334549272731962994" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggTMYBznI/AAAAAAAACSA/0-TOXffojLc/s400/IMG_1318.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div align="center">Here is a close up of the beautiful chandelier and ceiling. Notice the contemporary artwork on the wall to the left. A better picture can be seen above with Millie and I standing in front of it. I love the contrast of contemporary art with traditional furnishings.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334549280632992978" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggTpzx9NI/AAAAAAAACSQ/8CgstMCu7d4/s400/IMG_1320.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" />A close up of her buffet; notice the oyster plates and antique candlesticks. </div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548224591309938" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SggfWLv0rHI/AAAAAAAACRI/bnJlfl896cg/s400/IMG_1311.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Although the lighting is bad in this photo, I wanted you to see how you enter the dining room from the kitchen. Notice the gorgeous aubusson rug. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334549267579667602" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggS5LoBJI/AAAAAAAACR4/GfWPZJp1450/s400/IMG_1317.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Here is the eating area in Millie's kitchen. The lighting in this photo is so bad, but when I took it the kitchen was flooded with wonderful morning sun.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334549275496534834" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SgggTWrJ0zI/AAAAAAAACSI/MJU5jmY6JBs/s400/IMG_1319.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> I adored her lantern over her kitchen table. I loved the patina and the crown on top. I very well may have to copy her and put this in my own kitchen.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548814005802338" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Sggf4ffMFWI/AAAAAAAACRQ/JWF6bi95iXA/s400/IMG_1312.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" />Her bathroom, tucked under her foyer staircase, was incredibly difficult to photograph and the pictures do not do it justice. It was a lovely little jewel box with silvery taupe wall paper and custom forged fixtures. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548815060147074" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Sggf4jakG4I/AAAAAAAACRY/WfX9UKNER1g/s400/IMG_1313.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Millie even had an iron artist create this toilet paper holder for her. New Orleans has wonderful artisans and because she has lived there all her life she has many connections and can create beautiful custom pieces. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548213938563986" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SggfVkEAq5I/AAAAAAAACQ4/rgmY0VEMCe8/s400/IMG_1309.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Finally the living room - I really love the elegance of this room. But truth be told, this is also the family room! Millie has three children and as such, created a room that is beautiful but also child friendly. Notice the gorgeous curtains, artwork and bookcases. I love how Millie painted the insides of the bookcases chocolate brown to highlight her collections.<br /><div align="center"><div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548209106243874" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SggfVSD5USI/AAAAAAAACQw/aZep9vNcgiI/s400/IMG_1308.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Hidden in the fabulous amoire is a retrofitted custom bar. Fabrics are velvets and chenilles which hold up to children's wear and tear. Rugs are simple sisal which add texture and interest. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334548207580333298" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SggfVMYFxPI/AAAAAAAACQo/trBvx5wbrxA/s400/IMG_1307.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></div></div><br /><br /><br /></div></div><p align="center">Perhaps the most stunning part of the space is the painting by Amanda Talley. What a wonderful feeling it brings to this room. I also love Millie's collection of framed black and white prints of her family.</p><p align="center">I should have taken photos of the upstairs- Millie's bedroom is gorgeous, filled with antiques and custom Leontine linens. The children's bedrooms are also adorable! But I will save that for another day! If you are interested in contacting Millie please check out at <a href="http://milliegdesigns.blogspot.com/">MG Design and Consultation</a>. Thank you for sharing your house with us, Millie!!</p>

Millie's House

It has been a crazy two weeks - My computer crashed and I was unable to blog or access any of my pictures. The kids were winding down with school and we had the end of the year projects due - I have learned more about The Boston Aquarium's Water Management Program and the wonderful state of Wiscons…

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HOME DECOR: CHILDS PLAY

<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I love creating rooms for young people</span>. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Children have boundless imaginations and interviewing them for a room redesign is a lesson in possibilities. Whether tweens, teens or preschoolers, they have no fear of color and they know exactly what they love. Nine year old Hailey wanted purple, hot pink, butterflies and fairies. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Oh, and her other favorite - turquoise. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Her mother was a little worried about that combination. </div><div style="text-align: center;">She feared that Hailey would grow out of a theme room and </div><div style="text-align: center;">wanted something that would grow up with her daughter. <img alt="" border="0" height="423" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338238356755337122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6CgjKuXXXlYCOoCst3Dn6NE69lmrefHzKjt2N8x1YsLMNFce2W3d-rgb0V11802p8VtzIDVa00oxch-cSyksmfrhyphenhyphenZHFlMlFN-3fsTmkZKWIyU-jMclcfpTQW3BDeYVgTSdzXlyEsRuA/s640/Davis+-+Haileys+Room.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /> Here is Hailey's new room. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Fit for a beautiful princess, it is sophisticated enough to grow with her with minmal changes, </div><div style="text-align: center;">and has all the elements she wanted in a room of her own. </div><div style="text-align: center;">We started with the walls. A soft lavender with a touch of grey. </div><div style="text-align: center;">More subdued than Hailey first wanted. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I convinced her to 'wait and see' on the wall color. </div><div style="text-align: center;">If she didn't like the finished product, walls were easy to paint over. </div><div style="text-align: center;">What I wanted was a wall that complimented the room and didn't overpower it. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198538944801810" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHK2VLTIo7VVSy2C2vfknotoXcwPnWp2QkHJJ-79ebZqccfsvrgKCP0y_e0NsL2QYbcKwDr1BQhbsbXiqJkP4puiyVqZn4SxiHHWCN1SYl8QUnNzHucREIDIIkith8aAW6Qh44Boqrfe4/s320/lavender+walls.jpg" style="cursor: hand; display: block; height: 228px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 217px;" />Next came the fabrics. Mini check and larger checks in lavender. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Solid hot pink in the softest minky, </div><div style="text-align: center;">soft pink and white stripe. </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWGQuxeOZS2epNUHrvHALwy7hyphenhyphenhRVUX2E5E0ee38EvQp4zqE0wc_65wzC6S3CdKbYPGV5gzMJFBL_KqXcFAVFBqm5-uIf8W8dSdpFp20hQyAv52ZHkEGQM2s2c6w3Eb7K5mWD6uuoWvdM/s1600-h/small+check+purple.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198341657817794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWGQuxeOZS2epNUHrvHALwy7hyphenhyphenhRVUX2E5E0ee38EvQp4zqE0wc_65wzC6S3CdKbYPGV5gzMJFBL_KqXcFAVFBqm5-uIf8W8dSdpFp20hQyAv52ZHkEGQM2s2c6w3Eb7K5mWD6uuoWvdM/s320/small+check+purple.jpg" style="cursor: hand; display: block; height: 176px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 193px;" /></a> <br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMokka5km9wIueppnp50-2AM1ETX1ATh5JfmzF6QpSg1cd_8j9fVpt5enPkBm5zfv63F-Sofq2Ras866JPXQp7SeQ2hFFIdBf7KeGmGJqmGbtZA7KjAvMM-TWxttU5upfqy5fIAUI3afI/s1600-h/kravet+la++gardencheck+orchid++LA1127+1059.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198333772898594" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMokka5km9wIueppnp50-2AM1ETX1ATh5JfmzF6QpSg1cd_8j9fVpt5enPkBm5zfv63F-Sofq2Ras866JPXQp7SeQ2hFFIdBf7KeGmGJqmGbtZA7KjAvMM-TWxttU5upfqy5fIAUI3afI/s320/kravet+la++gardencheck+orchid++LA1127+1059.JPG" style="cursor: hand; display: block; height: 320px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px;" /></a> And one wonderful floral with pink, hot pink, lavender and purple to pull it all together. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5JjrIRL72utag2hPWCHPe9o5He1un4ZxOQRZ3CS6sdCII97GrITgJlBoWflX5YKD_axu31sb0SCEe7d5jrmxg0wMAvxxVnvI9rM2UC_BsKWNon6C8dJiyooUDQOQE-7bAqV8KlCz3XPM/s1600-h/flora.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="181" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198332428690546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5JjrIRL72utag2hPWCHPe9o5He1un4ZxOQRZ3CS6sdCII97GrITgJlBoWflX5YKD_axu31sb0SCEe7d5jrmxg0wMAvxxVnvI9rM2UC_BsKWNon6C8dJiyooUDQOQE-7bAqV8KlCz3XPM/s200/flora.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="200" /></a>I was careful not to use juvenile patterns. </div><div style="text-align: center;">These fabrics were fresh and grown-up enough to last for many years. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbzscXi9zvlW2QKfWRL7kg7CWDkAPFZrDp1M0GiqbirUTRwBKQHnupyEJ7hfipi7UhDs-WbfXjJi3Pqp4qFmyeGgrDC1TLQxngkSEl4ZAYmKiopaUcVNhX41LfGpMNAxLGnmRXrB_8suE/s1600-h/valance+closeup.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="353" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198330414441474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbzscXi9zvlW2QKfWRL7kg7CWDkAPFZrDp1M0GiqbirUTRwBKQHnupyEJ7hfipi7UhDs-WbfXjJi3Pqp4qFmyeGgrDC1TLQxngkSEl4ZAYmKiopaUcVNhX41LfGpMNAxLGnmRXrB_8suE/s400/valance+closeup.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="400" /></a>I designed a simple cornice box valance for the smaller window in the room and had it covered in the larger check. A scalloped bottom added a feminine touch and the puffy posies - a fun little project I did myself - added a touch of whimsy and youth. (They are removable for when she is a little older down the road). </div><div style="text-align: center;">The room had a large window in an alcove that was a natural spot to create a window seat. We built it and framed it with draperies.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdbOvCRID3AJ_l1Pu4KukRPez0l00E8NVmiR-ltUlLILk-t2LZGloNA2NUlTkrsG7f9KnvgLStsV1eBPw_K7doPWk9iTNZg8Rh9JTGjTaY1sNulE2fa6ofjixpsvS3iSV3ZeZHxC-N4RE/s1600-h/valance+detail.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="400" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338198331786331378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdbOvCRID3AJ_l1Pu4KukRPez0l00E8NVmiR-ltUlLILk-t2LZGloNA2NUlTkrsG7f9KnvgLStsV1eBPw_K7doPWk9iTNZg8Rh9JTGjTaY1sNulE2fa6ofjixpsvS3iSV3ZeZHxC-N4RE/s400/valance+detail.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="305" /></a>I added floor length drapes to the scalloped cornice valance there. On the inside edge I repeated the scallop detail. We flanked the window seat in bookshelves. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZeARcio19q8Dz3hobZDa3wRf7YLImSK4RgyegA1MQXACjXBXk-FYo94ktxFb47ciNYSkLeVPMAWJwzLXc-n6dR7XDq-IW2Nge7TqLKosnwre4hy7Q-uTrD9gRHITJSy4AsAp_iw8dAj8/s1600-h/pompom+poof.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338197335918766098" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZeARcio19q8Dz3hobZDa3wRf7YLImSK4RgyegA1MQXACjXBXk-FYo94ktxFb47ciNYSkLeVPMAWJwzLXc-n6dR7XDq-IW2Nge7TqLKosnwre4hy7Q-uTrD9gRHITJSy4AsAp_iw8dAj8/s640/pompom+poof.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="411" /></a>Note the detail of trim and larger check fabric on the bottom of the curtain. Next to the curtain is a pompom pouf - one of Haileys favorite things in her room. Hot pink pompoms in varying sizes were glued to the lid of this soft pink ottoman, creating a very girlish and very soft seat. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxpZkK2MxoJ0lkOcLSjXGyi3KGiB1avqRRSX_TjI0f2_ZoletHYPETlD61dzoynpYzJiMUkEBITWwGoJ9ALt-aXltvG332TZUX8ZJ85eyYfTL0KPQTkRCf7pGEDjZ8RO_gBNVyk6NA794/s1600-h/Davis+-+Haileys+room+-+window+seat.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="424" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338197335749085762" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxpZkK2MxoJ0lkOcLSjXGyi3KGiB1avqRRSX_TjI0f2_ZoletHYPETlD61dzoynpYzJiMUkEBITWwGoJ9ALt-aXltvG332TZUX8ZJ85eyYfTL0KPQTkRCf7pGEDjZ8RO_gBNVyk6NA794/s640/Davis+-+Haileys+room+-+window+seat.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Here is the finished window seat. I wanted it to be inviting, so covered it in a soft hot pink cushion and filled it with fabulous decorative pillows. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSUJn24Br-mWk3MtCP1ht7joPOOfU5d8YkXYIRTV-DvOKfVAl36X4nYK3VLkmsO0ebATYnrv-ygEwDCdMmUgCLZDHErZ4ggoRHIlBua-DkofRDnnGdC-a5WC-FLKwA-KSuzydf0Bq2hbs/s1600-h/IMG_2803.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="509" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338197332686693890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSUJn24Br-mWk3MtCP1ht7joPOOfU5d8YkXYIRTV-DvOKfVAl36X4nYK3VLkmsO0ebATYnrv-ygEwDCdMmUgCLZDHErZ4ggoRHIlBua-DkofRDnnGdC-a5WC-FLKwA-KSuzydf0Bq2hbs/s640/IMG_2803.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>The window seat is a wonderful focal point and draws you into the room. Adjacent to the room, a private bathroom gets the same valance treatment and a shower curtain in the same fabrics as the bedroom. Above the doorway is a series of photos we had taken of Hailey at Blue Moon studio in Laguna Niguel. The studio provided wings, dress and floral wreath for her head, transforming her into a fairy. The photos were magical! Not only does she have a room fit for a fairy princess, she IS the fairy princess. Each time she looks at these photographs she will see how beautiful she really is. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAi2bhrKEKcPXXHqudn7r3Ga5yjZ-4SH6tliETKP9RY9iCon9ouJ3UZhrddMFTVHBvEyWUHVV2fM1J5eEk4xlE1kVrFDeDTKRWgoMrqv0Bpc2FUQpoRgua-Aedgtzxbv8IBnlCVMLh0o4/s1600-h/fairydoll.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="417" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338197326196798946" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAi2bhrKEKcPXXHqudn7r3Ga5yjZ-4SH6tliETKP9RY9iCon9ouJ3UZhrddMFTVHBvEyWUHVV2fM1J5eEk4xlE1kVrFDeDTKRWgoMrqv0Bpc2FUQpoRgua-Aedgtzxbv8IBnlCVMLh0o4/s640/fairydoll.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Here is a close-up detail of the window seat pillows and a fairy doll I created from a pattern. Oh, and don't forget the turquoise our princess requested. We didn't forget the turquoise - I created a butterfly pillow in turquoise minky fabric and trimmed out some of the bed pillows in the same color. </div><div style="text-align: center;">The fairy doll has butterfly wings and pointy toes - and hair the same color as my little client. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht_T64eZdl5kiZAIISnlytaBFed9smxIwvmQ4rg8v9BepmOOmbzO3i3U3dYt7hL1CZGs5Z-fjmr504Vsrn5iFJ4_5no2MaUkpv1ZSk67UEIwI62j4u6kfWlMIX9X2G_i3AxAM_VQmTdyQ/s1600-h/chandelier.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338196155780236930" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht_T64eZdl5kiZAIISnlytaBFed9smxIwvmQ4rg8v9BepmOOmbzO3i3U3dYt7hL1CZGs5Z-fjmr504Vsrn5iFJ4_5no2MaUkpv1ZSk67UEIwI62j4u6kfWlMIX9X2G_i3AxAM_VQmTdyQ/s1600/chandelier.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a> The crowning touch for the window seat is this chic little chandelier, complete with pink crystal beads, clear droplets and soft pink shades. </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisWFuRCxCLte22kVDR8cf_fDlu0Kv-pIUIzCNwUfln2p4-ymhsJty0rk8zcx9zbS1cRd90WBpW4d7UFeNcQh4lpkDZeRIC8n_swzr6jhGDskMXs3ydgi3jzKn6kee0bJb65eq-VLmJhdg/s1600-h/sconces.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338196149982898946" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisWFuRCxCLte22kVDR8cf_fDlu0Kv-pIUIzCNwUfln2p4-ymhsJty0rk8zcx9zbS1cRd90WBpW4d7UFeNcQh4lpkDZeRIC8n_swzr6jhGDskMXs3ydgi3jzKn6kee0bJb65eq-VLmJhdg/s640/sconces.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="582" /></a> We added wall sconces to match at each side of the bed and draped the bed curtains around them. <br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqil4P3Sg895C4mZJk1utWTH2jwBL63_KBoUuOa_j8GavKlbCilgRhoyk5YZsvBKwUrdmQp6Uw4SnsDo0Jyb5801q-oFjTmpmUE9MJHBsYsAQoasdEL6NorGsagn_uKdAtULXu-7aN58k/s1600-h/headboard.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="445" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338196150932496562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqil4P3Sg895C4mZJk1utWTH2jwBL63_KBoUuOa_j8GavKlbCilgRhoyk5YZsvBKwUrdmQp6Uw4SnsDo0Jyb5801q-oFjTmpmUE9MJHBsYsAQoasdEL6NorGsagn_uKdAtULXu-7aN58k/s640/headboard.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>Our growing girl needed a bigger bed. We removed the twin size bed from the room and brought in a queen sized mattress and box spring, elevated with risers to allow for possible storage underneath. We turned the bed sideways because of space concerns and so that the bed didn't completely block the beautiful new window seat. I created and upholstered the headboard, in deep purple corduroy. The darker color adds a little drama, a little sophistication and a little depth to the room. We added a plush chenile shaggy area rug in the same color at the foot of the bed. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdHWvq5K8WqErAjCXpmeIutXCaRBItj8smqQRKEOmSXPPKiBHNhXKxpZnba59ETdTTLM0wRqxt7TH-L9NzY1xw9HLKrvsEBJyTTfNngNz1BY4K0eDBPRFymmONmOSfIMU9mO6o0aa8Brk/s1600-h/cornice+detail.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="457" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338196144367187362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdHWvq5K8WqErAjCXpmeIutXCaRBItj8smqQRKEOmSXPPKiBHNhXKxpZnba59ETdTTLM0wRqxt7TH-L9NzY1xw9HLKrvsEBJyTTfNngNz1BY4K0eDBPRFymmONmOSfIMU9mO6o0aa8Brk/s640/cornice+detail.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>The crowning touch of the room is the bed cornice and draperies. My carpenter created the cornice from my drawings and specifications. Painted white and trimmed with decorative molding, it holds the beautiful draperies and valance that frames the bed. We used the pink and white stripe against the wall and repeated the same curtain as in the window seat area. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHk-cH-IFCoSc-7MPjjhAZJFL-cxyJuQNxuCmnmtrsvr1MC2jg6AfYNvtsWzC646zoaVRTOP_9WKBcLZbkW-3RVDgEcQW2x854bSccgwwo4vc7t2Ndht_wgz7i2y8ojT7lBNractuZry0/s1600-h/beaded+fringe.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="273" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338196141591068770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHk-cH-IFCoSc-7MPjjhAZJFL-cxyJuQNxuCmnmtrsvr1MC2jg6AfYNvtsWzC646zoaVRTOP_9WKBcLZbkW-3RVDgEcQW2x854bSccgwwo4vc7t2Ndht_wgz7i2y8ojT7lBNractuZry0/s320/beaded+fringe.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="320" /></a> Our valance over the bed is trimmed in 3" long lavender, pink and white sparkling beaded trim for drama. </div><div style="text-align: center;">It is a little girls dream.</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqCkapX8t2dJQ3wDIZss1j-ZIKcoC2j3OEbCj-gvJApc6YejXtl7NAV-coqMeu6OrldmuxFg8u1Q6yoijRO69posj9lsQW1_pFb4GNZady8kx5QxWdUYkbtATf8UT_re9za7TZXJhTn4g/s1600-h/fairy+doll1.jpg"></a>While Hailey wanted butterflies and fairies, I didn't want to create a 'theme' room. </div><div style="text-align: center;">So we brought in the fairies and butterflies in more subtle ways. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I created butterfly appliques to add to pillows on the window seat and made the fairy doll with golden hair and butterfly wings. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoPC5F34QE1aFlW7n05SKimG95eYVAqYxOvS8G1gS9KRFi61im3nO_47ESe7mXbpI9I75pZpTrVmbmbqoMpzr2k_54172oq0QnvNM1MhqMFdeG-0cYwsEAG5oWB1xcTngZJhDDKoP3lYE/s1600-h/more+fairy+hints.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="320" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338195056488409186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoPC5F34QE1aFlW7n05SKimG95eYVAqYxOvS8G1gS9KRFi61im3nO_47ESe7mXbpI9I75pZpTrVmbmbqoMpzr2k_54172oq0QnvNM1MhqMFdeG-0cYwsEAG5oWB1xcTngZJhDDKoP3lYE/s320/more+fairy+hints.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="280" /></a>A bronze fairy sculpture sits on the nightstand (along with the most perfect lamp with a glass shade that has hand painted flowers in pink and purple). </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioR8huR_VKhMgYDxjC2PRv2sLcuBW0ymbMKynLQwfQm40-3IKj6uYelSqljnvl3bbmOYUXzIl_eIS83RrXefB4lNYpPT-Ll2QxofbEabbW77ktUmKgNkH-Fcqb9uWb5HkEbAdQv2tK_-Y/s1600-h/reflection.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338195050397849522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioR8huR_VKhMgYDxjC2PRv2sLcuBW0ymbMKynLQwfQm40-3IKj6uYelSqljnvl3bbmOYUXzIl_eIS83RrXefB4lNYpPT-Ll2QxofbEabbW77ktUmKgNkH-Fcqb9uWb5HkEbAdQv2tK_-Y/s640/reflection.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="558" /></a>Hailey's favorite thing in the room was the fairy garden under a glass dome that I crafted. The base is a soup tureen, minus the lid, and the pedestal is a scalloped bowl, turned upside down and epoxied to the tureen to give it height and the importance it needed. The glass dome fits it perfectly. <br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhURNmN38DEE3FuplHg8FXfRU0Q0fCf04Q3hxcD3WIgU0Fhyphenhyphen-TWlXsPriMgj5YyBQ7qVAc4kBEcUblKctXCJq5bhQyEr9RuYK97IYeJckBcmudUSeAnF33Yo3pqEuEx4YcX8VemKEHZzoc/s1600-h/justfairydome2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338195048552504082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhURNmN38DEE3FuplHg8FXfRU0Q0fCf04Q3hxcD3WIgU0Fhyphenhyphen-TWlXsPriMgj5YyBQ7qVAc4kBEcUblKctXCJq5bhQyEr9RuYK97IYeJckBcmudUSeAnF33Yo3pqEuEx4YcX8VemKEHZzoc/s640/justfairydome2.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="568" /></a>I love to add a personal touch to a room, and in Haileys room I was able to add several things that I created. This fairy dome was a delight to make. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I found the tiniest silk flowers, tiny ivy and mounds of dried preserved moss. </div><div style="text-align: center;">I had previously attended a fairy garden class at MandM Nursery in Santa Ana with a friend. </div><div style="text-align: center;">There I found Flower Fairy figurines, a little gated metal arbor and a tiny brick pathway. </div><div style="text-align: center;">This indoor version needs no watering! </div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydE5VjwJrP5NbLScdOTgpNyr0_EkVQ7MnUAFaOy_COh7t7Ai4-BKGjXSakwMT-rb3HZK750zCCsncx8WFmEulN-Vvw7BNz-uD-Ef7mjICniGeFh37-BTSwrp-c9shAQcNGwsFsLaOrUI/s1600-h/fairydome.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338193430533497634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydE5VjwJrP5NbLScdOTgpNyr0_EkVQ7MnUAFaOy_COh7t7Ai4-BKGjXSakwMT-rb3HZK750zCCsncx8WFmEulN-Vvw7BNz-uD-Ef7mjICniGeFh37-BTSwrp-c9shAQcNGwsFsLaOrUI/s320/fairydome.jpg" style="cursor: hand; display: block; height: 329px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 444px;" /></a> It is difficult to see because of the glare on the glass, but if you look closely you will see the arbor covered in ivy and the fairy standing beneath it. </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSLnACWKWuZHky2OkuNhaeogT4NOXfRwWCRv_9-5jqNUsfDbkgTdq4k9qOPoE6gy0LEjtsLjy30BwONF2aK400A55b-BMNZa1VETN4nNEAd9yBYCF04BVVQMxrQ0ZFZDlnvXb8uC7kdng/s1600-h/disk%231+019.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="424" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338193425198782226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSLnACWKWuZHky2OkuNhaeogT4NOXfRwWCRv_9-5jqNUsfDbkgTdq4k9qOPoE6gy0LEjtsLjy30BwONF2aK400A55b-BMNZa1VETN4nNEAd9yBYCF04BVVQMxrQ0ZFZDlnvXb8uC7kdng/s640/disk%231+019.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> <br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7NSxNYhYPirKtcaV-524zqpNofZmzBBS6xW64wpSvZ9Nagl-SPHcnY8YyRRkcrGskZh8_Wi5ih_nOQg2lpp9BbEgKIVW_8KoJc0m0PoaegK3nEt_7qozX8je9OO8xSy6uMg3LAqqrEBc/s1600-h/bathroom+fairy.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338193422548733730" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7NSxNYhYPirKtcaV-524zqpNofZmzBBS6xW64wpSvZ9Nagl-SPHcnY8YyRRkcrGskZh8_Wi5ih_nOQg2lpp9BbEgKIVW_8KoJc0m0PoaegK3nEt_7qozX8je9OO8xSy6uMg3LAqqrEBc/s200/bathroom+fairy.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="140" /></a> The adjacent bathroom has a large bronze fairy sculpture on the vanity, </div><div style="text-align: center;">bringing the fairy realm into that room as well. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifE_w5mH8WqWn5yRHPv5WueTh9RLt5QPggmB-xZhjSulR-zNWESZjHyfTZwyth1jem5KRquWhQr0UtsZL7drvD_Qgp7m9fA_aNPC1-oKMD6KGCGYRjQOyUwBDf58VEZYS8Pv3sJS3tVrc/s1600-h/IMG_2801.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="462" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338193413799175634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifE_w5mH8WqWn5yRHPv5WueTh9RLt5QPggmB-xZhjSulR-zNWESZjHyfTZwyth1jem5KRquWhQr0UtsZL7drvD_Qgp7m9fA_aNPC1-oKMD6KGCGYRjQOyUwBDf58VEZYS8Pv3sJS3tVrc/s640/IMG_2801.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>Another view of the bed. </div><div style="text-align: center;">The picture on the wall is another portrait of Hailey </div><div style="text-align: center;">taken at the Blue Moon Photography salon in Laguna Niguel.</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">I hope you enjoyed seeing this room. </div><div style="text-align: center;">My client and I think it is magical - </div><div style="text-align: center;">which is after all what we were going for.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">The very nature of a kids room is over the top as far as color, pattern, drama, whimsy and creativity, </div><div style="text-align: center;">and is the better for it. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Where else in your home can you have as much fun with as much abandon? </div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I would love your comments! </div><div style="text-align: center;">Please click on 'comments' below to leave yours. </div><div></div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

HOME DECOR: CHILDS PLAY

I love creating rooms for young people. Children have boundless imaginations and interviewing them for a room redesign is a lesson in possibilities. Whether tweens, teens or preschoolers, they have no fear of color and they know exactly what they love. Nine year old Hailey wanted purple, hot pink, b…

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HOME DECOR: The GREAT outdoors... Alana's New Resort

<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s1600-h/001.jpg"></a></div>Alana's home was built in the early 80's. A typical tract home when they purchased, but with a nice size back yard and within a couple houses of the end of a culdesac. Over 20 years after it was built, her home was worth well over twice what they paid for it, but it still looked like a typical tract home. With a teenage boy and a nearly teenage girl, Alana wanted a pool and spa with entertaining areas to appeal to the kids and their friends, and enjoy family time together. Since we were beautifying the back of the house, we decided to give the front of the house a facelift at the same time. (Feel free to click on any photo for a closer look).<br /><br /><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s1600-h/001.jpg" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="400" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350432593367391874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s640/001.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="640" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br /><br /></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s1600-h/001.jpg"></a></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s1600-h/001.jpg"></a></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORs3XnOU9gjq4hu-4cDtI4ppGwxJU9dXMzrgxzRWVWSf-NkvMD87eXDDT0pIoaW7hLSEK-ul3UemQb5JvHWFAP9zJWdOBKq9ftr3C-fxHmAsvGt4Sch3-CnYx8oNT4_WTT6ME_iaIZw4/s1600-h/001.jpg"></a></div><div align="justify">We interviewed 3 recommended contractors and agreed on Sean Ponce of Ponce Pools. I liked him because it was evident that he took pride in his work, and the more we talked to him, the more excited he became - talking about space planning and materials and design ideas. Alana felt the same way. We felt he caught and understood our vision, and had good ideas and suggestions of his own. His work was impeccable and his site was clean and tidy. His design was beautiful and exactly what Alana wanted. Inspections passed flawlessly. We thoroughly enjoyed working with him. </div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Front walkway - before picture. I wanted to have a wider and more direct walkway to the front of the house. </div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="justify">Front courtyard entry - before picture. The front of the house is barely visible.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGDLxzIaZV7MbwaO1NQVrtOE8t9hTmMwiNNRhZkE_WH25vAGdRo14Z7NhCI9nyDHwq3CMhRbf9Y1Xoy-8ObBvdMX55USLKg-NiJ670jYSHegDZrqtdecxhaIMCddEtqGS8W12DBrF9C3w/s1600-h/davis+entry+before.jpg" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350432588895369122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGDLxzIaZV7MbwaO1NQVrtOE8t9hTmMwiNNRhZkE_WH25vAGdRo14Z7NhCI9nyDHwq3CMhRbf9Y1Xoy-8ObBvdMX55USLKg-NiJ670jYSHegDZrqtdecxhaIMCddEtqGS8W12DBrF9C3w/s640/davis+entry+before.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="548" /></a></div></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: center;">To make a more beautiful entry, we decided to redo all the hard surfaces (walkways, patios and driveways), center the front walkway, remove the overgrown trees that were blocking the front of the house, put stone on the garage columns, walls and gate pilasters, and redo the ironwork.  </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: center;">Stonework in progress.</div><div align="center"></div><div align="justify"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiazGy43IP8eNKTPFkV-FfZWTixz1RePxZnr-k3oUu0Ee6wtFrtFMBF2dYfXPNX9ayxKE3gWlew7XY58kpKtVnBaZ8VFvfaFhPu0C4H78kJnqYSfT_WPtbJVlHff7WO-rJBziu5C_mq1UQ/s1600-h/Davis+-+stonework+progress1.jpg" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="439" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350432579590234898" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiazGy43IP8eNKTPFkV-FfZWTixz1RePxZnr-k3oUu0Ee6wtFrtFMBF2dYfXPNX9ayxKE3gWlew7XY58kpKtVnBaZ8VFvfaFhPu0C4H78kJnqYSfT_WPtbJVlHff7WO-rJBziu5C_mq1UQ/s640/Davis+-+stonework+progress1.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="640" /></a>Newly completed front landscape and hardscape with curb appeal! You will notice we also added a new roof to the equation, getting rid of the orange terracotta tile roof that clashed with the color scheme. </div></div><div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuQvu4kvb_NN1Zf9dm3xL5rVr7DsPib2BL8iqg_9DCtGHJgmZT7_ym25_6w26-Xo-TSd8U0vDWhI86XR3f4xK9FV3sRMeq_REsbM7ffrW-t1Vl1LZFqyaEHk80pY3Ri29AjxtyAcoXq8/s1600-h/new+gate.jpg" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="380" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350431471923822434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuQvu4kvb_NN1Zf9dm3xL5rVr7DsPib2BL8iqg_9DCtGHJgmZT7_ym25_6w26-Xo-TSd8U0vDWhI86XR3f4xK9FV3sRMeq_REsbM7ffrW-t1Vl1LZFqyaEHk80pY3Ri29AjxtyAcoXq8/s640/new+gate.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="640" /></a>The new front walkway of lavender and blue flagstone, prefab steps, and beautiful stone columns and planter bowls. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIMRdV12iX8vnqHlYg42aIwpzv4itS-qhdctQeEKA6-WJ_ovPVPmw8Wlvd2esLaN5ueRwzDIQ3p5ChVYXXAP99uSu6Dh8Wz5NKtnw1q1BJZyoDOcnpAwR4lmxXQCbHyD0If6MSHieX4YQ/s1600-h/front+of+house+rock+veneer.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350431469483340418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIMRdV12iX8vnqHlYg42aIwpzv4itS-qhdctQeEKA6-WJ_ovPVPmw8Wlvd2esLaN5ueRwzDIQ3p5ChVYXXAP99uSu6Dh8Wz5NKtnw1q1BJZyoDOcnpAwR4lmxXQCbHyD0If6MSHieX4YQ/s640/front+of+house+rock+veneer.jpg" style="float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;" width="640" /></a> <br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEium_wOC9hQ0Rhaz_GISf2NUQFx-ZTB44t2MNZAuiK-SopIcyuosarlXJsaFjjvN9mKxSfZwFsj0bN4OusnPxFgPsA05nFQ_aBPMz7LDBeS9X1QNRpd_gtMje46_4SG_3CDWSEm2fivFoU/s1600-h/davis+new+courtyard.jpg">I</a> <img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425598482231170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEium_wOC9hQ0Rhaz_GISf2NUQFx-ZTB44t2MNZAuiK-SopIcyuosarlXJsaFjjvN9mKxSfZwFsj0bN4OusnPxFgPsA05nFQ_aBPMz7LDBeS9X1QNRpd_gtMje46_4SG_3CDWSEm2fivFoU/s640/davis+new+courtyard.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /> In the courtyard, herbs are grown on a sunny windowsill. <img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425594366443234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvwdP-E7W2XojBxt0Mz9fKudU2lSTbUtiumefiN-zoRw5FcCiDifrY3dbBjnCAYwNVzZgRqD9m2ZYHRfviuRsgJjODt-BgtOde5IpdPr9kXlKv_UntnjDPibQhOzf3IDR96Mct8pWOUFI/s640/courtyard+wall+fountain.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="478" /> A musical wall fountain was installed on the wall in the courtyard. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqZStwobcP4gp7wzduptZM2NWYofIEFJSuXkFjvrDDNeS7UosomvUXtFPtD-FD7MnODYxfUkF-jKEnw8aScqsV7B-97jBQQ47Mm4KvyXWUbjUvUcfsjFG0q5RyU2Hg_dXG3sUFDi5nkE/s1600-h/courtyard+after+(2).jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425582320404146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqZStwobcP4gp7wzduptZM2NWYofIEFJSuXkFjvrDDNeS7UosomvUXtFPtD-FD7MnODYxfUkF-jKEnw8aScqsV7B-97jBQQ47Mm4KvyXWUbjUvUcfsjFG0q5RyU2Hg_dXG3sUFDi5nkE/s640/courtyard+after+(2).jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="465" /></a> A custom iron trellis frames the beautiful new fountain in the courtyard in stone and travertine. This photo shows the stonework pattern on the inner patio. <img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425577477478034" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXTX-lenF7M0_7luP3c9DbccBjBlRXDBDEgux4Hjz81wr81DySD4SkFl3i6F4dbbmTTdYvjxiBVL4fquFRmifZTTFSNfi5oZx6QbwDzv560NIxxmYz0Nyek-zLRnfDI3-uF45LbXRF3A/s640/courtyard+after.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /> View of gate from front door looking out to the street. We filled the charming courtyard with perennials, climbing roses, and topiaried trees. </div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd-nTSxwrN8Gyha9t8f13D5Z6QesWwnox4CNJQAaeXMgi85MqZE1M1A-JrHpuECQKpwLL0GkB388cGnVOH6w6KA3duTTnkqYaDAVd9V7JUZaSJ_yrIyFPZhpRCuJmqbeNYIV-usDYQzq8/s1600-h/davis+new+gate.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425013993131090" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd-nTSxwrN8Gyha9t8f13D5Z6QesWwnox4CNJQAaeXMgi85MqZE1M1A-JrHpuECQKpwLL0GkB388cGnVOH6w6KA3duTTnkqYaDAVd9V7JUZaSJ_yrIyFPZhpRCuJmqbeNYIV-usDYQzq8/s640/davis+new+gate.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="479" /></a>Walkway leading to front door.  We made no less than 6 trips to stoneyards before we found the perfect stone for the columns and walls. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLLB_uBdB1nDdKaNcVwqsF7CQm2hHdC2AJKwlPqiAx3fWGgRo3rTv8ktoVJcxxL67Ub-cA0ymlX2q0yrYcKGX7NGlbjNAtvaccqIRvRDGFxx8XpIJA18HYQ3UNEPoUyNXO0m-slk7UKiI/s1600-h/closeup+front+steps.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425006430037154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLLB_uBdB1nDdKaNcVwqsF7CQm2hHdC2AJKwlPqiAx3fWGgRo3rTv8ktoVJcxxL67Ub-cA0ymlX2q0yrYcKGX7NGlbjNAtvaccqIRvRDGFxx8XpIJA18HYQ3UNEPoUyNXO0m-slk7UKiI/s640/closeup+front+steps.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Front steps, pilasters and planters. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeYB1MvKO7F85ruGjxwkb2r-1rA6YGDzMby-vY3yffzs2Bg6-ge5Pys0hh5HnBBMn36eceDIxRxEbsL-t2q1rJ0UZv3lCvYa4-NcFG8pTPu91DoDk2lpzWzqWMsri6NwXhzvqU5DRHsRM/s1600-h/closeup+front+planter.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="640" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350425001103627234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeYB1MvKO7F85ruGjxwkb2r-1rA6YGDzMby-vY3yffzs2Bg6-ge5Pys0hh5HnBBMn36eceDIxRxEbsL-t2q1rJ0UZv3lCvYa4-NcFG8pTPu91DoDk2lpzWzqWMsri6NwXhzvqU5DRHsRM/s640/closeup+front+planter.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="480" /></a> In the backyard we added a large curved deck to the upper story, which created an atrium beneath, perfect for family and entertaining. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoMoPDNv93ETUG4gKHwACZuAKBDOZYjrWH_TU1_6r_Fi-84zKFaCl7p8-6aPCtujDpV1l92UHCh4dVGyyu3f7rrUaYESMeWYgpy2jEuDx_YSvfMrSzRDni8L2dKhUY6u5-O1198JJsTm4/s1600-h/disk%231+056.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="424" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350424996177670194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoMoPDNv93ETUG4gKHwACZuAKBDOZYjrWH_TU1_6r_Fi-84zKFaCl7p8-6aPCtujDpV1l92UHCh4dVGyyu3f7rrUaYESMeWYgpy2jEuDx_YSvfMrSzRDni8L2dKhUY6u5-O1198JJsTm4/s640/disk%231+056.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Progress on the deck. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyg3-cLyt3D0NxFcTlr0hDPWO9PTBS5RdQz9C7oRVkL67TwNOtkYKXV_TL9fJk4vAQPP00juIJ3WilUMIj1ZGNvXGloDMYpgl4Y0_YG9HNj6sMsW12BZPCKTYTV-EO382tgi5A9Vwouos/s1600-h/disk%231+055.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="424" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350424990738859714" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyg3-cLyt3D0NxFcTlr0hDPWO9PTBS5RdQz9C7oRVkL67TwNOtkYKXV_TL9fJk4vAQPP00juIJ3WilUMIj1ZGNvXGloDMYpgl4Y0_YG9HNj6sMsW12BZPCKTYTV-EO382tgi5A9Vwouos/s640/disk%231+055.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> The contractor elevated the pool area to enable a 9 foot depth. The waterslide is visible at the far side in this photograph.<img alt="" border="0" height="569" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350423796177258082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmHde9OD9cSCKsudfatifofQbUKAqqlcvAAm5UQHsIKA5ReRBoCacGJncDcknF9caLrAWTa_zsZYiGdfQioGDvLCnxUNzYGt_8uCKYuT_sBYfuA5MNKFKHkWMfwAup4jGCWyiQKrCklZs/s640/davis+view+from+livingroom.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" />It was important to me that the view from the living room was beautiful and inviting. </div><div><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgazf5wnkjPB4ynxp4YX3Ck0l7e0uCZmmBi4zQUXcHW18if3-jwrigehWZoiu4K6BChYauq2ueyaqu87764QTMIgLYnXdvownjMX8qiaCzdk4vXn-DBPt_AL6dyGJtY4BgMQOhyjFyAFXg/s1600-h/deck.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350423792110339986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgazf5wnkjPB4ynxp4YX3Ck0l7e0uCZmmBi4zQUXcHW18if3-jwrigehWZoiu4K6BChYauq2ueyaqu87764QTMIgLYnXdvownjMX8qiaCzdk4vXn-DBPt_AL6dyGJtY4BgMQOhyjFyAFXg/s640/deck.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>With the deck finished, it created a new space large enough for deep seating, a pingpong table and teenage slumber parties. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9wdWO4ZPP4jnCwHU78KfThd3S3AwUOub_GqWrEFgpRnqJpuHzwBSLxXK41IF3nGa64hUmGusRmUq5Fi4N3pxFWQzP2066qc-PPVIQHP9tz1a1ML2-UvY_PaBo2VfudmvQi8xBXgwkp3Q/s1600-h/davis+new+deck.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350423782423460562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9wdWO4ZPP4jnCwHU78KfThd3S3AwUOub_GqWrEFgpRnqJpuHzwBSLxXK41IF3nGa64hUmGusRmUq5Fi4N3pxFWQzP2066qc-PPVIQHP9tz1a1ML2-UvY_PaBo2VfudmvQi8xBXgwkp3Q/s640/davis+new+deck.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> View of the finished ceck. We also added curtains to close off the patio area (not yet installed in this photo) for privacy or protection from the weather. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQOE8W2yskSczH4yKzTaPwuFBj8Xre-l_QEnoOOviyAMZVqmvwgsxbMtmLM3Mf-mlvx0ZPHUWTQ9LV3XhzYDNgzKUeK8Uc7qOKpw5dCWVBsBubhOBjAOGGzIEldIfGCDs4tovafOOY0DA/s1600-h/IMG_0101.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350423780861792578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQOE8W2yskSczH4yKzTaPwuFBj8Xre-l_QEnoOOviyAMZVqmvwgsxbMtmLM3Mf-mlvx0ZPHUWTQ9LV3XhzYDNgzKUeK8Uc7qOKpw5dCWVBsBubhOBjAOGGzIEldIfGCDs4tovafOOY0DA/s640/IMG_0101.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Under the deck: A full outdoor kitchen with granite bar, 48" barbecue, hot plate, icemaker and refrigerator, with room to spare for a large dining area, a fireplace and deep seating. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQ6ODgQsudVQYVudQozfHakNE49cn5WZUScvf13uhJCRQEZeqGejvT8T3pH40ga3gh25V8T6SfYNizxEfv4bPdWKuyDeVCx7IG6HalWXZ4wngyH2KlhyeXRbq6heHmG2bgQL8Odm5xpI/s1600-h/davis+outdoor+fireplace.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="479" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350423770809727314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvQ6ODgQsudVQYVudQozfHakNE49cn5WZUScvf13uhJCRQEZeqGejvT8T3pH40ga3gh25V8T6SfYNizxEfv4bPdWKuyDeVCx7IG6HalWXZ4wngyH2KlhyeXRbq6heHmG2bgQL8Odm5xpI/s640/davis+outdoor+fireplace.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> Ceiling fans for cooling and infrared heaters for warmth were added. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglMkPIzAA6atRDY6BIC8DaqcmlT16Ez79_h9N7ys01ikX67exqZexSohYArZSXHJV1y0Y5S3gc1oIFQghMhr_74yy4gD0y_ZcNcHsXlsD0wHxsCQ5qsHyNW5a3qe1pqTgHX6eVh6KGjvQ/s1600-h/under+patio+davis+home.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350422149935060658" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglMkPIzAA6atRDY6BIC8DaqcmlT16Ez79_h9N7ys01ikX67exqZexSohYArZSXHJV1y0Y5S3gc1oIFQghMhr_74yy4gD0y_ZcNcHsXlsD0wHxsCQ5qsHyNW5a3qe1pqTgHX6eVh6KGjvQ/s640/under+patio+davis+home.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVUPnLFCuo7E6qLucwX8TabPz9uougec736MNuYMpdGHCRDCIBzYPDttJcAf8Y_8GkzMOfm5bfLGwbGsNSvLej_DvsSbkC10rywGK8pAir42aZ8mh8PPTS8VqMLWoCNTBkx_aQlqQiEKc/s1600-h/davis+outdoor+kitchen.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNBhE-3rcOYhUSGqg2_JKZLH2u36hoLFBtTC8nM1Wdia0uFnELubo2_d-CYjXxPyGD7KFTRk0zRQfzyTXT1i8UH-OjoaImZJ51UGOUNr9nTWwFPLsHlVv9T44Sa6WMbpyDNWymeOYxSLM/s1600-h/bar.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350422128676139090" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNBhE-3rcOYhUSGqg2_JKZLH2u36hoLFBtTC8nM1Wdia0uFnELubo2_d-CYjXxPyGD7KFTRk0zRQfzyTXT1i8UH-OjoaImZJ51UGOUNr9nTWwFPLsHlVv9T44Sa6WMbpyDNWymeOYxSLM/s640/bar.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> A flat screen television makes watching the 'game' a fresh air event.<img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350422121510786706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi48UipBmmePXysgqqtl59_N1MT2oKgY1ZXs6jw4ltu_ZXoN3LK13BhWDPeup72kBw_ZUG2ndBpyKgKJD6c0ZQpFjSWae1J70jw5jG7fqc79z0LPM-HVDVmd6qfZmkx-4Bt7qTr4OJQsOM/s640/barbecue+%26+kitchen.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></div><div>The sliding glass doors were replaced with folding lanai doors (top left of the picture) for easier access to the outdoor space.</div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uXgMHiFBHkYV-u-f3uph9FZdOL1hBys4Qp05PF7QXMt3OzJVJG8ZqroJRFnK2X3TdI2wLFEwuIIPxJSAwoK9trGErTwIhAAWQ3H5otR2LjX7FJpvqwWl1qPAjW7EYRj1zp0KbzSShus/s1600-h/Davis+-+pool+%26+spa+construction+3.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335149747473440866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uXgMHiFBHkYV-u-f3uph9FZdOL1hBys4Qp05PF7QXMt3OzJVJG8ZqroJRFnK2X3TdI2wLFEwuIIPxJSAwoK9trGErTwIhAAWQ3H5otR2LjX7FJpvqwWl1qPAjW7EYRj1zp0KbzSShus/s640/Davis+-+pool+%26+spa+construction+3.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a>The rockscape for the pool and the slide (top of the photo) in progress. <br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyv2MD3tzncuxD8XEAi8WWvKEvRMhc-batSz3O2B5LdK8bxQWDdEMkENiVnmc6ga0v9YFcCFcQymbyUymZkWn685UTITDFhp84waBIKIG-Zq0F6941vT8eXQdFecikYiYJW_QtlVsiuKE/s1600-h/davis+pool+rockscape.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="480" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335149740248573890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyv2MD3tzncuxD8XEAi8WWvKEvRMhc-batSz3O2B5LdK8bxQWDdEMkENiVnmc6ga0v9YFcCFcQymbyUymZkWn685UTITDFhp84waBIKIG-Zq0F6941vT8eXQdFecikYiYJW_QtlVsiuKE/s640/davis+pool+rockscape.JPG" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></a> And completed, with waterfall and pebble coated saltwater pool. An 8 person spa (not visible in this photo) was completed at the other end of the pool<img alt="" border="0" height="400" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335149739731719058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit4injdfAo5sTSdK3V3fcNlA54Z5TwTwoUURVsXB0Amt6mgsULNbKM0gwgwIBlLPNeApmL4lcSP3MbnymEvcEEJpw-ODq9cCpSZ-us5Uq74FLKljl8F2kZolPjiX5M0eqqxkLFZ7p_Z7E/s640/001.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></div><div></div><div>Alana's cookie cutter tract home goes from blah.... <br /><br /><div><div><img alt="" border="0" height="470" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335149731955541554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijsldxsbYDIDRHOZU9J8o-C5cSnpawufOvylqDFc6lOzByNqRE5oaajtMZRc8qhPymCbgf6GtTmnS06rjOF_Q-nJL86tfItBDDoM4hGpKAKafcCKTs_RcMeeUu0MGE3aILgivJgVtisJk/s640/davis+new+curbappeal.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" width="640" /></div><div style="text-align: center;">to Beautiful -</div><div style="text-align: center;">the showcase of the neighborhood.</div><div></div><div></div><div> </div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

HOME DECOR: The GREAT outdoors... Alana's New Resort

Alana's home was built in the early 80's. A typical tract home when they purchased, but with a nice size back yard and within a couple houses of the end of a culdesac. Over 20 years after it was built, her home was worth well over twice what they paid for it, but it still looked like a typical tract…

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