Good morning! First can I just say I HAVE THE ABSOLUTE BEST FOLLOWERS AND READERS IN THE ENTIRE WORLD!!!!
Your amazingly kind, funny, witty and generous comments kept me smiling all day long! This has been an exceptionally hectic week. Getting my son to and from Massachusetts for a short camp, having so much going on at the house, and on top of that ?it seems the few commitments I reluctantly made for the summer all seem to be occurring within a 10 day period! August, I am praying will be calmer! ?So literally every minute of every day and night has been chock full with little “down time”. I am craving some desk duty to scour my favorite blogs and spend some quality time with all my blog friends. Calgon take me away! Wednesday night we went to a fundraiser and saw Carly Simon in concert. I must say she rocked the house, it was A LOT of fun. Her music is timeless and seamlessly appeals from the youngest generation to the seniors. Yesterday, we were off (a group of 15) for an all day wine tasting tour for one of my best and dearest friends. We hit 3 wonderful wineries on Long Island’s south fork, had a wonderful light lunch outside on the patio of one of the vineyards it was so wonderful, and we were blessed with the most perfect weather, could not have custom ordered it to be any more perfect! It was a nice and much needed day off for me.?So, its been a busy and successful albeit hectic week, and I am wishing you a wonderful day!
HOUSE UPDATES. The kitchen floor, oh I love it so, got its second coat of primer and got it ready for the delivery of the kitchen.They just started installing the main boxes, the boring part but exciting too! So far so good…..today they will possibly get to the upper cabinets then they start applying all the trim, doors,etc……the limestone on the porch is getting done and looking fabulous. The trim upstairs is nearly done and they are just about to begin downstairs. They have made great progress on the back hall with the paneling and its coming out really beautifully. ?Millwork continues at a rapid pace and limestone for outdoor porch is nearing completion. So have a look………(sorry for the repetition of a few photos, I get carried away)
Dining room crown moldings complete
The long awaited floors!
The following pictures are of stain samples against the stone for breakfast room paneling
Kitchen pictures below….
Install has officially begun!
Close up of lightly glazed finish
Back stair hall banisters getting put in
Stove and stone hood will eventually go between these cabinets
Sink wall
Family room getting secondary beams installed
Breakfast bay getting secondary beams installed
Back stair hall
Back stair hall
This will eventually have a window seat
The stair dome, picture doesn’t do it justice but its a 9 foot beautiful plaster dome
These next few pictures are from inside the porch….
PRETTY WRAPPING PAPER. I got a lot of inquires about the “peacock paper” I used for my gift wrapping for my good friends birthday. I found it!I love wrapping gifts and get into trying creative things. I was asked by several as to my sources. Good ol Michaels for ribbon and when its 50% off which is often, I stock up. I keep organza in several colors on hand, as it adds such elegance to any gift. I always buy cheap fake flowers to embellish gifts with too, its a beautiful touch! ?Back to the paper, bad news is it comes from Europe (figures). ?However I do believe that the company Hartman stationers in NJ ?carries this line so I included their website below and you can pursue it! (As I will be doing). ?Also the link below is directly to the Museum source where the paper is made. So pretty!! And sure enough it IS originally from a wallpaper so for those of you who said you would love it for wallpaper, you were very observant as that is its original use, that was my first thought too…its so beautiful!?Click here for Hartman and here is the direct link.
DEALS ON COPPER POTS. I happened to have been ?near a Williams Sonoma outlet in my travels and they had the Ruffioni gorgeous copper decorative cooking pots on sale! I invested in two stunners, one sauce pot and another large soup pot. They are gorgeous and were an extra 20% off the discounted price. Think this promotion is still on if you are interested.
A FUN ROAD TRIP. I love posting about travel but what I am really craving right now is a great road trip down South. I would start it exploring beautiful Virginia’s horse country then work my way down to Richmond, Charlotte, Charleston, Savannah and end in Atlanta. I would love to take it all the way down to the grand dame of southern cities, New Orleans but I would need two weeks in that case. I hope somehow some way I can make this happen before summer ends (hint Mom, so if you are reading this start packing your bags, lol)??I imagine some of my highlights might look something like this. Do you enjoy road trips?
Ahhh….this is what I want to see!
Maybe stop in to one of Virginia’s well known wineries?
I will hope to spy an open hunt scene
Picture perfect
I will so enjoy touring a few plantation homes
Of course a trolley ride is a must do!
Eating al fresco in Charleston
Exploring elegant and quintessentially Southern towns and neighborhoods?
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And strolling through?elegant lush open spaces like this one…
House drooling is part of the fun!
I look forward to taking in the splendor of tress that are hundreds of years old draped in moss
Of course dining in beautiful old world Southern establishments is a must do
This is so typically South!
Would love to visit this classic beauty in Atlanta
BEAUTIFUL HARDWARE. Well after going full circle, on what hardware and finish I am using, I have at last settled on oil rubbed bronze. It is in the end, the perfect choice for all the materials and finishes I am using. So I am finally “at peace” with my decision. Now the real work begins, what kind of knobs, pulls, etc….I use. This is going to be a trial and error process with me as I am very meticulous so I am going to be ordering a few different styles and “playing” with them on the cabinets once they are fully installed. Any tips from all you experienced pros out there?
A GREAT SUMMER WINE. Why not end it on a great glass of wine. For summer in particular, Domaines Ott is an all time favorite. We have become great friends! And the fact that its packaged in a gorgeous bottle doesn’t hurt, a little pretty always gets extra points. This is a very light and crisp rose. Though I love my red wine, this is a little lighter for summer and I promise you if you try it you will LOVE it.?
So cheers! That’s what I am loving this week. I always love to know if there is something special that caught your eye or that you are loving this week! Wishing you a wonderful and happy Friday!
You’re kitchen is going to be amazing and those floors remind me of our home in Belgium! Love the south and Swan House is a must-see if you’re in Atlanta. Heading home tonight after a busy three days shopping and hoping for cooler temps in our neck of the woods. Hope you have a great weekend! xxoo
Wowsers Tina! So much to love in the house as it is coming along! So fun to watch as the tedious parts start giving way to the fun parts!! It just keeps getting better. No advice from me on hardware, you are doing great on your own. I will be trying out that wine for sure. I also love the elegance and beauty of the South, what a fun way you have of thinking up things to do!
WOW! You outdid yourself this time,Tina! But you could have left off all the personal stuff-you know that most people only care about your HOUSE and DECORATING SKILLS!;>) Who CARES if you saw Carly Simon?!? (okay-anyone sending me hate wishes-Tina knows I am kidding) BTW. I saw ol’ Carly back in the 70’s and she was great then!
The house is really shaping up. I can’t wait till you show them MY room though- you know the one I want- big bathroom and the best view…Thanks~ xo Diana
What gorgeous peaks at your home. The flooring (and everything else) is exquisite. I would love to take a trip to Savannah… my favorite Southern city. But not in the summer. Savannah natives say that in the summer the gnats are so thick they stick to your lip gloss! Very early spring is my favorite time for a girl’s trip to Savannah. Yvonne
Beautiful post! You do have a lot going on! Your house is stunningly gorgeous. Love so much about it… the beams, the arches, the floors! I can’t wait to see it all come together – especially that kitchen! I’m heading to Charleston for a weekend trip in two weeks! I’m excited! And I loved that you hope to stop a hunt scene… I fox hunted a number of years and loved every second. Such a rush!
Hope you have a great weekend! I guest posted about kitchens on Interior Design Musings today and saw your comment. Glad I found your blog!
I had responded on your prior post just this morning, to your comments on my new post. THANK YOU for your kind and wonderful words about my writing. It really means a lot to me that my readers understand what I am trying to say,for I aim to be a CLEAR communicator. THANK YOU. NOW…for this magnificent world of yours! WOOOOOO HOOOOOO…your photos are making my heart skip beats here! YOWSA TINA, what in thee Sam Hill do y’all do for a livin’? teehee…I know, that was so crude, for someone that is wanting to be clear, precise and elegant. But I have never, ever seen the likes of your building in Blogland. Really. I am very honored that you come to visit me and that your kindness is as visible as clear water. THANK YOU. NOW, have yourself a glorious day!!!! Anita
Hello Tina: So much to see here that we find it all almost overwhelming. How you manage to keep on track with it all and make the thousands of decisions on every small detail which must be required daily is quite beyond us.
Whilst we totally agree with you that the finishing details are so important in the final ‘look’, nevertheless, for us it is the ‘bones’ of the rooms which are essential if the finished product is to be satisfactory. And, in this respect, the flooring in the kitchen looks to be an absolutely splendid basis from which everything else can be set off. It oozes quality and looks to have been beautifully laid. Its sand-washed tones of grey are so very elegant and, no doubt, very practical too in standing up to the wear and tear of a busy family kitchen.
Good Morning Tina, Thank you for you lovely note. It means so much to me. Your home~ I am not sure there are enough words!! Such fun to watch, and anticipate the final results. You may be too close to the project to have butterflies in your belly, but I will tell you that I do!! Enjoy your busyness… it will probably keep your mind off some of the craziness! Have a lovely weekend~
First off your home is the most beautiful home I have ever seen! Just breathtaking, the details blow me away, I even showed my husband who is now following,haha! Second, love your gift wrapping skills, thanks for the lead. Last love Domaine Ott so much that it was the inspiration behind my 40th birthday cake, so you are talking to a fellow fan! Have a great day.
Hi Tina~ You are my “go to” blog every Thurs. (Friday) morning to see all your updates! WOW! I love the stone flooring and the porch. But to be truthful there is NOTHING that I haven’t loved yet! And I’m with you for a visit to the south…Charleston is so charming and inviting and Atlanta is nothing less. I still want to get to Savannah. Have a wonderful weekend. xo~ Karen
I could hardly wait to get my day underway and sit down with a large cup of coffee and drool over every picture of your home this morning. I now know exactly where I want to spend my time. The porch is absolutely amazing!! The gorgeous paneled ceiling and the SPECTACULAR arched limestone windows are unbelievable…I can feel the warm sunshine pouring through the windows already!! When you take your trip down South, stop through NC and I’ll have a guest room waiting. Hope your weekend is wonderful and a little more relaxing than this week has been!!
Tins, every week I see something new and amazing that just makes this house more spectacular! You must be getting SO excited!!! I remember when we built our house, once the cabinetry started going in it seemed like the rest flew by and it was done in no time….hope that’s true for you (although you could say ours was a slightly different scale from yours 🙂 Stacy
Tina, The 2 samples for the paneling in your breakfast room are very nice with the floor. I might think I would choose the patina of the largest sample panel. I wish I could visit together with you that classic beauty in Atlanta!! Ooohhh what a beautiful house! But yours will be as beautiful my friend! xx Greet
I am speechless at the level of craftsmanship between all the woodworking, the outrageous limestone details, the flooring, the trim work, its all just over the top!!!!! Do you kiss the ground you walk on everytime you visit? I would! Love the bronze hardware, I have the same in my kitchen and its perfect!! Would also love to do a trip down south, how fun! I will try that rose as I tend to drink lots of it during the summer. Cheers to you!
Tina your house just gets prettier and prettier, can’t believe how you manage a busy agenda, family, friends and a tasteful house renovation… you are a rock star!
I just can not get over your house- the gorgeous is almost overwhelming- the details are just perfection and I can hardly wait to see it finished. You must feel like you’re living in a dream…gorgeous!!
Hi Tina. Those floor are great. I visited a friend this morning whose house is being handed over y the builders and it was cawling with people like little ants! But so excited for her. Yours is gorgeous and I am looking forward to next week. I love those copper pots… DEVINE! Have a great weekend
I just wrote a long response that somewhow got deleted on my end….so I’ll leave you with…love that Domaine Ott! A favorite of ours for sipping while playing cards in our adirondack chairs!
The house is coming along so beautifully!!!! Enjoy your weekend! xx
Tina, if I may add one stop to your southern road trip, you simply must stop in Greenville, SC. It’s right between Charlotte and Atlanta, and is truly a gem of a town.
I may be as excited for your kitchen as you are!! The house is just so lovely! I love your road trip idea! Such a beautiful part of the country. Is that Atlanta home a Phillip Schutze home? He designed the house in Sea Island that my family always rented for the fourth of July. The owner passed away and it’s under construction by new owners so we haven’t been back in a couple of years. I feel so lucky to have been able to stay in such a historical home. I LOVED your comment on my post today about scheduling an “appointment” with a realtor when you were 12. That poor realtor! That is one of the funniest stories ever! Have a great weekend!
Tina, we are in love with the outdoor room with the limestone and fireplace! As the entire house, it is so beautiful. Sounds like a great trip. We love visiting Charleston. We’ll meet you when you get to New Orleans…lunch at the Houmas House! XO Angela and Renee
Your home is amazing! I am so please you are sharing the process…don’t know to many people that love molding/woodwork like myself! My house is tiny in comparison to yours but I can proudly say that it boast some beautiful wood work . So looking forward to seeing your house evolve..
Your posts are amazing eye-candy to me. First your outside shot of your home looks like a castle to me. It’s going to be beautiful. You introduce me to wonderful sights and tastes. Thank-you. I love road trips. Sometimes they are better than hectic vacations.
I love all the arched doorways and windows. I can hardly wait to see your finished kitchen. I have been visiting Atlanta annually for years. It’s an exciting city, and I always leave wishing I had more time to enjoy what the city has to offer.
Each single week, I get more and more excited to see the progress, it is sooo gorgeous! I can’t wait to see everything done and I look forward to every update! This house is beyond anything anyone could dream of.
Love road trips, we’ve been on a few with our friends, it was a riot! The south is definitely on our list.
All your handles are gorgeous, I’d be hard pressed to make a choice too!
BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!! your home is sooooo gorgeous. Can not wait to see it fully decorated. You are so Blessed to have such a lovely home, the kind of home that we all would love to have! I really like the second and last choice for the bronze hardware. That is definitely not what I would call a porch,, simply stunning!!!
Tina, your home is looking breathtaking! Trying to stay on top of each decision and detail is a credit to you! I so much enjoy your posts!It’s like nothing I’ve ever experienced before! WOW. KL
Tina, You have been one busy lady!! Your home is beyond belief. I just grin everytime you give us a tour. I can not even imagine living in such grandeur! I love your excitement and it is so fun to follow along with you!!! Have a wonderful weekend sweetie!! Kathysue
I just thought I would come take another look at your magnificent home my dear. SO LOVELY, and I bet you are just aching to get in!!!!! Happy day, Anita
How do you sleep at night, with all of the images and details that must be percolating in your head? The post today is teeming with ideas and all of the choices you have to make is mind boggling! So exciting! Yes to all road trips!!! My husband and I were on that SOuthern road trip last July! Savannah – swoon! Charleston – divine! I’d go in a minute! Where are the car keys??
Love your house pics! It’s so exciting when the cabinets go in. That paneling around the stair is gorgeous, the limestone floor is exquisite and those windows…fabulous! Sounds like you’re busy – good, with fun things to do.
If you ever make it to Memphis, the former home of the Mr Williams of Williams-Sonoma, you would appreciate their outlet store with great discounts on everything from copper pots to dish towels. Pottery Barn and West Elm outlets are adjacent also. They have literally millions of square feet of warehouse space in Memphis, so “fresh” merchandise arrives in the stores daily.
Your home is jaw dropping …the kitchen is going to be so much fun. Thanks for taking the time to keep us in the loop.
I am familiar and like Domaines Ott, too. Really nice on warm days…and with a Salade Nicoise. You have probably been to E. Dehillerin in Paris for the copper pots, right? We have several from there…and I saw some nice ones recently at our T.J Maxx! Great post.
Tina! I can’t believe how fast everything is coming along now! I am getting excited to see the finished beauty! I LOVE the Ruffioni copper pots. I also love the new stainless! Have a great Sunday! Teresa xoxo
Your house is incredible Tina! I have a feeling that I am gong to love your kitchen!!! BEautiful work you’re doing in choosing the perfect touches! and that wrapping paper is exquisite!
YOur home updates are always fabuolous! I am really loving your stairwell dome! Wow! As always, your your posts are so full of information about “everything”, it should be deemed the “go to” for everything one desires in home decor and lifestyle! I, for one, love the “hunt” image, too!
OMG!!! I have just found your blog and I LOVE it!!!! Your house is going to be absolutely breathtaking! GORGEOUS!!! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the evolution!!!
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Your amazingly kind, funny, witty and generous comments kept me smiling all day long! This has been an exceptionally hectic week. Getting my son to and from Massachusetts for a short camp, having so much going on at the house, and on top of that ?it seems the few commitments I reluctantly made for the summer all seem to be occurring within a 10 day period! August, I am praying will be calmer! ?So literally every minute of every day and night has been chock full with little “down time”. I am craving some desk duty to scour my favorite blogs and spend some quality time with all my blog friends. Calgon take me away! Wednesday night we went to a fundraiser and saw Carly Simon in concert. I must say she rocked the house, it was A LOT of fun. Her music is timeless and seamlessly appeals from the youngest generation to the seniors. Yesterday, we were off (a group of 15) for an all day wine tasting tour for one of my best and dearest friends. We hit 3 wonderful wineries on Long Island’s south fork, had a wonderful light lunch outside on the patio of one of the vineyards it was so wonderful, and we were blessed with the most perfect weather, could not have custom ordered it to be any more perfect! It was a nice and much needed day off for me.?So, its been a busy and successful albeit hectic week, and I am wishing you a wonderful day!
You’re kitchen is going to be amazing and those floors remind me of our home in Belgium! Love the south and Swan House is a must-see if you’re in Atlanta. Heading home tonight after a busy three days shopping and hoping for cooler temps in our neck of the woods. Hope you have a great weekend!
xxoo
Wowsers Tina! So much to love in the house as it is coming along! So fun to watch as the tedious parts start giving way to the fun parts!! It just keeps getting better. No advice from me on hardware, you are doing great on your own. I will be trying out that wine for sure. I also love the elegance and beauty of the South, what a fun way you have of thinking up things to do!
WOW! You outdid yourself this time,Tina! But you could have left off all the personal stuff-you know that most people only care about your HOUSE and DECORATING SKILLS!;>) Who CARES if you saw Carly Simon?!? (okay-anyone sending me hate wishes-Tina knows I am kidding) BTW. I saw ol’ Carly back in the 70’s and she was great then!
The house is really shaping up. I can’t wait till you show them MY room though- you know the one I want- big bathroom and the best view…Thanks~ xo Diana
What gorgeous peaks at your home. The flooring (and everything else) is exquisite.
I would love to take a trip to Savannah… my favorite Southern city. But not in the summer. Savannah natives say that in the summer the gnats are so thick they stick to your lip gloss!
Very early spring is my favorite time for a girl’s trip to Savannah.
Yvonne
Beautiful post! You do have a lot going on! Your house is stunningly gorgeous. Love so much about it… the beams, the arches, the floors! I can’t wait to see it all come together – especially that kitchen! I’m heading to Charleston for a weekend trip in two weeks! I’m excited! And I loved that you hope to stop a hunt scene… I fox hunted a number of years and loved every second. Such a rush!
Hope you have a great weekend! I guest posted about kitchens on Interior Design Musings today and saw your comment. Glad I found your blog!
My precious friend,
I had responded on your prior post just this morning, to your comments on my new post. THANK YOU for your kind and wonderful words about my writing. It really means a lot to me that my readers understand what I am trying to say,for I aim to be a CLEAR communicator. THANK YOU. NOW…for this magnificent world of yours! WOOOOOO HOOOOOO…your photos are making my heart skip beats here! YOWSA TINA, what in thee Sam Hill do y’all do for a livin’? teehee…I know, that was so crude, for someone that is wanting to be clear, precise and elegant. But I have never, ever seen the likes of your building in Blogland. Really. I am very honored that you come to visit me and that your kindness is as visible as clear water. THANK YOU. NOW, have yourself a glorious day!!!! Anita
Hello Tina:
So much to see here that we find it all almost overwhelming. How you manage to keep on track with it all and make the thousands of decisions on every small detail which must be required daily is quite beyond us.
Whilst we totally agree with you that the finishing details are so important in the final ‘look’, nevertheless, for us it is the ‘bones’ of the rooms which are essential if the finished product is to be satisfactory. And, in this respect, the flooring in the kitchen looks to be an absolutely splendid basis from which everything else can be set off. It oozes quality and looks to have been beautifully laid. Its sand-washed tones of grey are so very elegant and, no doubt, very practical too in standing up to the wear and tear of a busy family kitchen.
Good Morning Tina,
Thank you for you lovely note. It means so much to me.
Your home~ I am not sure there are enough words!! Such fun to watch, and anticipate the final results. You may be too close to the project to have butterflies in your belly, but I will tell you that I do!!
Enjoy your busyness… it will probably keep your mind off some of the craziness!
Have a lovely weekend~
Good morning, Tina!
WOW! I can’t wait to see your kitchen! I love the space, the windows, the beams.
Don’t you “pinch” yourself sometimes???? 🙂
Wishing you a very blessed weekend!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
First off your home is the most beautiful home I have ever seen! Just breathtaking, the details blow me away, I even showed my husband who is now following,haha!
Second, love your gift wrapping skills, thanks for the lead. Last love Domaine Ott so much that it was the inspiration behind my 40th birthday cake, so you are talking to a fellow fan! Have a great day.
Hi Tina~ You are my “go to” blog every Thurs. (Friday) morning to see all your updates! WOW! I love the stone flooring and the porch. But to be truthful there is NOTHING that I haven’t loved yet! And I’m with you for a visit to the south…Charleston is so charming and inviting and Atlanta is nothing less. I still want to get to Savannah.
Have a wonderful weekend.
xo~
Karen
I could hardly wait to get my day underway and sit down with a large cup of coffee and drool over every picture of your home this morning. I now know exactly where I want to spend my time. The porch is absolutely amazing!! The gorgeous paneled ceiling and the SPECTACULAR arched limestone windows are unbelievable…I can feel the warm sunshine pouring through the windows already!! When you take your trip down South, stop through NC and I’ll have a guest room waiting. Hope your weekend is wonderful and a little more relaxing than this week has been!!
Tins, every week I see something new and amazing that just makes this house more spectacular! You must be getting SO excited!!! I remember when we built our house, once the cabinetry started going in it seemed like the rest flew by and it was done in no time….hope that’s true for you (although you could say ours was a slightly different scale from yours 🙂
Stacy
Tina,
The 2 samples for the paneling in your breakfast room are very nice with the floor. I might think I would choose the patina of the largest sample panel.
I wish I could visit together with you that classic beauty in Atlanta!! Ooohhh what a beautiful house! But yours will be as beautiful my friend!
xx
Greet
I am speechless at the level of craftsmanship between all the woodworking, the outrageous limestone details, the flooring, the trim work, its all just over the top!!!!! Do you kiss the ground you walk on everytime you visit? I would!
Love the bronze hardware, I have the same in my kitchen and its perfect!! Would also love to do a trip down south, how fun! I will try that rose as I tend to drink lots of it during the summer.
Cheers to you!
Tina your house just gets prettier and prettier, can’t believe how you manage a busy agenda, family, friends and a tasteful house renovation… you are a rock star!
Hugs & kisses from Rio!
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I just can not get over your house- the gorgeous is almost overwhelming- the details are just perfection and I can hardly wait to see it finished. You must feel like you’re living in a dream…gorgeous!!
Hi Tina: To win the cocktail table you need to go to http://blog.hgtv.com/design/2011/07/15/freebie-fridays-cocktail-tables-from-dovecote-decor/ at HGTV. Good Luck!!
Just love seeing the kitchen coming together! And I’d love to see that amazing home in Atlanta – wow – so grand and elegant – like your future home…:)
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Hello! What a beautiful post, I love seeing all of the updates going on in your new home. Love the floors and the porch!
Have a great weekend.
Hi Tina. Those floor are great. I visited a friend this morning whose house is being handed over y the builders and it was cawling with people like little ants! But so excited for her. Yours is gorgeous and I am looking forward to next week. I love those copper pots… DEVINE! Have a great weekend
Veronica
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I just wrote a long response that somewhow got deleted on my end….so I’ll leave you with…love that Domaine Ott! A favorite of ours for sipping while playing cards in our adirondack chairs!
The house is coming along so beautifully!!!! Enjoy your weekend!
xx
Tina, if I may add one stop to your southern road trip, you simply must stop in Greenville, SC. It’s right between Charlotte and Atlanta, and is truly a gem of a town.
I may be as excited for your kitchen as you are!! The house is just so lovely! I love your road trip idea! Such a beautiful part of the country. Is that Atlanta home a Phillip Schutze home? He designed the house in Sea Island that my family always rented for the fourth of July. The owner passed away and it’s under construction by new owners so we haven’t been back in a couple of years. I feel so lucky to have been able to stay in such a historical home. I LOVED your comment on my post today about scheduling an “appointment” with a realtor when you were 12. That poor realtor! That is one of the funniest stories ever! Have a great weekend!
You home is going to be a work of art…and some major love. When will you be in? You day yesterday sounds perfect for girlfriends. Sending love, Tina….
Tina, we are in love with the outdoor room with the limestone and fireplace! As the entire house, it is so beautiful. Sounds like a great trip. We love visiting Charleston. We’ll meet you when you get to New Orleans…lunch at the Houmas House! XO Angela and Renee
I’d love to see Swan House as well – a southern icon. Love Domaine Ott – just had it last weekend – delicious!!
Your home is amazing! I am so please you are sharing the process…don’t know to many people that love molding/woodwork like myself! My house is tiny in comparison to yours but I can proudly say that it boast some beautiful wood work .
So looking forward to seeing your house evolve..
Your posts are amazing eye-candy to me. First your outside shot of your home looks like a castle to me. It’s going to be beautiful. You introduce me to wonderful sights and tastes. Thank-you. I love road trips. Sometimes they are better than hectic vacations.
I love all the arched doorways and windows. I can hardly wait to see your finished kitchen. I have been visiting Atlanta annually for years. It’s an exciting city, and I always leave wishing I had more time to enjoy what the city has to offer.
Each single week, I get more and more excited to see the progress, it is sooo gorgeous! I can’t wait to see everything done and I look forward to every update! This house is beyond anything anyone could dream of.
Love road trips, we’ve been on a few with our friends, it was a riot! The south is definitely on our list.
All your handles are gorgeous, I’d be hard pressed to make a choice too!
Have a great week-end Tina!
It just keeps getting better!
BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!! your home is sooooo gorgeous. Can not wait to see it fully decorated. You are so Blessed to have such a lovely home, the kind of home that we all would love to have! I really like the second and last choice for the bronze hardware. That is definitely not what I would call a porch,, simply stunning!!!
Tina, your home is looking breathtaking! Trying to stay on top of each decision and detail is a credit to you! I so much enjoy your posts!It’s like nothing I’ve ever experienced before! WOW.
KL
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Your home is beautiful. Why ruin such a great post by promoting the cruel and barbaric activity of hunting?
Rina Deych, RN
Tina, You have been one busy lady!! Your home is beyond belief. I just grin everytime you give us a tour. I can not even imagine living in such grandeur! I love your excitement and it is so fun to follow along with you!!! Have a wonderful weekend sweetie!! Kathysue
Wow, I am just loving watching your home come together! I can’t wait to see the kitchen. Oh the patience you must have.
Have a happy weekend, can’t wait to do it all over again on Monday!
Can I go with you on your trip?! I would LOVE to see some of the southern states and love road trips, lol!
I just thought I would come take another look at your magnificent home my dear. SO LOVELY, and I bet you are just aching to get in!!!!! Happy day, Anita
How do you sleep at night, with all of the images and details that must be percolating in your head? The post today is teeming with ideas and all of the choices you have to make is mind boggling! So exciting!
Yes to all road trips!!! My husband and I were on that SOuthern road trip last July! Savannah – swoon! Charleston – divine! I’d go in a minute! Where are the car keys??
Serious Insanity, this progress…and I mean that in the best of ways!! Janell
Love your house pics! It’s so exciting when the cabinets go in. That paneling around the stair is gorgeous, the limestone floor is exquisite and those windows…fabulous! Sounds like you’re busy – good, with fun things to do.
Love the update posts. I always try to pick a weekly favorite, but it’s impossible, everything looks beautiful. The floors look amazing!
If you ever make it to Memphis, the former home of the Mr Williams of Williams-Sonoma, you would appreciate their outlet store with great discounts on everything from copper pots to dish towels. Pottery Barn and West Elm outlets are adjacent also. They have literally millions of square feet of warehouse space in Memphis, so “fresh” merchandise arrives in the stores daily.
Your home is jaw dropping …the kitchen is going to be so much fun. Thanks for taking the time to keep us in the loop.
I am familiar and like Domaines Ott, too. Really nice on warm days…and with a Salade Nicoise. You have probably been to E. Dehillerin in Paris for the copper pots, right? We have several from there…and I saw some nice ones recently at our T.J Maxx! Great post.
Tina!
I can’t believe how fast everything is coming along now! I am getting excited to see the finished beauty!
I LOVE the Ruffioni copper pots. I also love the new stainless!
Have a great Sunday!
Teresa
xoxo
Your house is incredible Tina! I have a feeling that I am gong to love your kitchen!!! BEautiful work you’re doing in choosing the perfect touches! and that wrapping paper is exquisite!
YOur home updates are always fabuolous! I am really loving your stairwell dome! Wow! As always, your your posts are so full of information about “everything”, it should be deemed the “go to” for everything one desires in home decor and lifestyle! I, for one, love the “hunt” image, too!
OMG!!! I have just found your blog and I LOVE it!!!! Your house is going to be absolutely breathtaking! GORGEOUS!!! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the evolution!!!